Where would we be without microwaves? From heating and defrosting to air frying to memorable movie nights with instant buttery popcorn, they’re a true kitchen staple. These days, microwaves do more than ever. Whether you’re looking for a unit with tons of features or a sleek appliance that will get the job done, here are our best microwave picks to suit any family’s needs and budget.
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Size: 1.5 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1200 watts
Warranty: 1 year parts and labour, 10 years limited on magnetron
Features: Anti-bacterial interior, glass touch keypad, sensor cook and reheat, LED lamp, inverter technology
The six-wheel turntable supports tall and heavy items.
Some users report that the glass touch and keypad control panel is hard to get used to.
Size: 1.1 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1100-1199 watts
Warranty: 1 year parts and labour
Features: Auto cook, clock, child lock, auto defrost, adjustable cook time
Six auto cook options take the guesswork out of heating food.
Doesn’t feature inverter technology.
Size: 1.1 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1000 – 1199 watts
Warranty: 18 months parts and labour
Features: Auto cook buttons, child lock, adjustable cook time, auto defrost
Comes with an easy-to-clean glass turntable.
Can only heat one dinner plate at a time.
Size: 1.0 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1000 watts
Warranty: 18 month parts and labour coverage with carry-in service
Features: Adjustable cook time, adjustable power level, child lock, clock, convection, digital display, keep warm feature, more/less function, auto defrost, auto cook
Serves as an air-fryer, convection oven and microwave, eliminating the need for multiple kitchen appliances.
May take a while to learn the multiple functions.
Size: 0.7 cu. ft.
Wattage: 700 watts
Warranty: none
Features: Auto-defrost, 10 power levels, 6 one-touch cooking menus, kitchen timer
Features an easy-to-use keypad, digital clock, and timer.
At 700 watts, some items may take longer to heat up.
Size: 1.6 cu. ft.
Wattage: 1200 watts
Warranty: 1 year parts and labour
Features: Adjustable cook time, adjustable power level, auto cook, auto defrost, auto reheat, child lock, clock, digital display, keep warm feature, more/less function, quick on option, recessed turntable, sensor cook, sensor defrost, sensor reheat
LED lighting reduces overall power consumption.
This mega microwave will take up a lot of counter space.
Life gets busy, and sometimes you just need to feed the family, fast. With its large capacity and hexagonal-shaped, six-wheel turnable and inverter technology, this microwave evenly heats even heavy and tall items, so you can heat dinner for the whole family in no time. And with an interior anti-bacterial coating, cleaning it is a downright dream.
If you’re looking for a mid-sized countertop microwave with tons of standard features that won’t break the bank, this unit offers bang for your buck. The convenient auto cook options adjust heating levels for different foods, the slim design is easy to clean and busy families will love the one-touch defrost.
If you’re looking for a machine to pop popcorn, reheat coffee, and defrost the odd packet of chicken when you’re not sure what else to pull out for dinner, this is it. The compact unit does the trick without taking up too much space, because sometimes basic is best. (Plus you need room for that toaster oven!)
Sure you want hot food, but what about crispy French fries, perfectly browned chicken, or airy pie crusts? This unit is designed for families who want more from their microwaves. The built-in air fryer offers a healthier alternative to regular fried fare; the same convection technology circulates air evenly without creating hot spots in your food.
This sleek unit is great for heating up snacks and making coffee or tea, but it can also handle basic plates and smaller mains. It’s the perfect size and price for dorm rooms, cottages and the office, and it covers all the basics in the main kitchen, too.
When you’ve got a large family to feed, a giant to-do list, and a million things to remember, this microwave saves the day. Stuck with frozen chuck or chicken? Enter the one-touch defrost. Need to heat leftovers, casseroles, baked potatoes or hamburgers quickly and evenly? Sensor cooking is here to help. Once dinner is done, this unit’s wipeable stainless steel and smoked-glass finish means cleanup is easy, too.
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