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Microwave Ovens

GE Countertop Microwave Oven, Compact 1.1 Cubic Ft., 950-watt Capacity, 6 Auto Cooking Settings, Child-Lock Technology, Kitchen Essentials for The Countertop, Dorm Room or Apartment, Stainless Steel

A straightforward 1.1 cu ft, 950-watt GE countertop microwave aimed at apartments, dorms, and kitchens that need a compact reheater. Good value for basics, with some owners reporting noise and fit issues.

86.3 Dude Score Read
Microwave Ovens

Chefman Compact Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu. Ft., 700W with 10 Power Levels, 3 Cooking Presets with One-Touch Express Cook, 2 Defrost Settings, Child Safety Lock, & Mute Button – Stainless Steel

A compact 700W countertop microwave with a stainless-steel interior and exterior, 10 power levels, child lock, and three one-touch presets. Good fit for small counters and offices, but owners note noise and a few reliability flags.

91.5 Dude Score Read
Microwave Ovens

GE Countertop Microwave Oven, 1,150-watt Capacity, 1.6 Cubic Ft., 8 Auto Setting Cooking Settings, Child-Lock Technology, Kitchen Essentials for the Countertop, Dorm Room or Apartment, Stainless Steel

A 1.6 cu ft, 1150W countertop microwave from GE with sensor presets and a stainless-steel interior. Owners like the heating speed and looks but several report dented deliveries and some noise/overheating issues — inspect on arrival.

85.1 Dude Score Read
Microwave Ovens

GE Compact Countertop Microwave Oven, 0.7 Cubic Ft., 700-watt Capacity, 6 Auto Cooking Settings, Child-Lock Technology, Dorm Room or Apartment, Stainless Steel

A small, stainless-steel countertop microwave with 700 watts and a two-step child lock. Good fit for dorms and tiny kitchens, but owner reports on control-panel and turntable issues are mixed.

84.3 Dude Score Read
Appliances

GE 30" Over-the-Range Microwave, 1.6 Cu. Ft., 1000 Watts, 300 CFM Hood Vent, LED Lighting, Auto Defrost, Easy Mount Install, Stainless Steel, JVM3160RFSS

A straightforward, budget-friendly 30" over-the-range microwave from GE: 1.6 cu ft, 1000 watts, 300 CFM venting. Good value if you inspect delivery and accept some packaging/fit caveats.

81.9 Dude Score Read
Microwave Ovens

GE 4-in-1 Countertop Microwave Oven, 1.0 Cu Ft, 1050W Convection Microwave with Air Fry & Broil, Compact and Quiet, Stainless Steel, Ideal for Apartments, Dorms & Offices, GCST10A1WSS

A compact 4‑in‑1 countertop oven that combines microwave, convection, broil and air‑fry modes. Good for small kitchens, but read the spec inconsistencies and owner notes before you buy.

83.4 Dude Score Read
Microwave Ovens

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
Microwave Ovens

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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