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Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.9 Cu. Ft., 900 Watts with 10 Power Levels, 6 Cooking Presets with One-Touch Express Cook, Eco Mode, Child Safety Lock, & Mute Button - Black

A compact 900W countertop microwave with a stainless-steel interior, child safety lock in the handle, 6 presets and Eco Mode. Good value for studios, dorms, and small kitchens.

91.2 Dude Score Read
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Farberware 0.7 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave Oven – 700 Watts Power, Auto Cook Settings, Defrost, Easy Clean and Child Safety Lock - Black

Compact and budget-friendly, the Farberware 700W countertop microwave is a simple, programmable option for small kitchens and offices — but owner reports show mixed reliability and some safety concerns.

85.1 Dude Score Read
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BLACK+DECKER Digital Microwave Oven with Turntable Push-Button Door, Child Safety Lock, Stainless Steel, 0.9 Cu Ft

A compact 0.9 cu ft, 900W countertop microwave with stainless-steel interior, 10 power levels and quick presets. Good for small kitchens—but owners report noise and some reliability issues.

90.0 Dude Score Read
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Nostalgia Retro Microwave Oven - 0.7 Cu Ft, 700-Watt Countertop Size with Glass Turntable, Child Safety Lock, 8 Auto-Cook Programs, Digital Clock - Pink

A compact, style-forward 0.7 cu ft countertop microwave with 700 watts, 10 power levels, and a rotating glass turntable. Good for small kitchens and fans of retro looks; mixed owner reports on noise and interior size.

90.3 Dude Score Read
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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-SS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft with 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor, 12 Auto Menus Mute Function ECO Mode Easy Clean Interior, 1000W, Silver

A 1.2 cu ft countertop microwave with a stainless-steel interior, smart humidity sensor and 10 power levels. Well-liked for even heating and long service life, but keypad layout and confusing special modes draw repeated complaints.

93.7 Dude Score Read
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BLACK+DECKER EM720CB7 Digital Microwave Oven with Turntable Push-Button Door, Child Safety Lock, 700W, Stainless Steel, 0.7 Cu.ft

A compact 0.7 cu.ft countertop microwave with 700W power, 10 power levels, and a push-button door. A good small-kitchen option, though owners report noise, sliding, and occasional fan issues.

87.4 Dude Score Read
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COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/Off, ECO Mode and Easy One-Touch Buttons, 0.7cu.ft, 700W, Black

A compact 0.7 cu ft countertop microwave with 700W cooking power, ECO mode, a mute button, and one-touch presets — great for tight kitchens but owners report durability and electrical caveats.

92.1 Dude Score Read
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TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu Ft, 12.4" Removable Turntable Smart Humidity Sensor 12 Auto Menus Mute Function ECO Mode Easy Clean Interior Black Color 1000W

A popular 1.2 cu ft countertop microwave that lists 1000W output and a humidity sensor. Strong on features and value, but owner reports on reliability and safety are mixed — check the listing and warranty.

92.1 Dude Score Read
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Farberware 0.7 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave Oven – 700 Watts Power, Auto Cook Settings, Defrost, Easy Clean and Child Safety Lock - Stainless

A compact, no-frills countertop microwave listed at 0.7 cu. ft. with 10 power levels and six presets. Good value for small kitchens and offices, but check the listing for voltage and model specifics.

90.5 Dude Score Read
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