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Best Microwaves 2026

Top microwaves recommendations.

Best Microwaves 2026: Top Picks Reviewed

AllReviews ranks the best microwaves using combined critic and editorial scores. Top picks include Panasonic NN-SN966S Countertop/Built-In Microwave, GE Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Oven, LG NeoChef Countertop Microwave.

Our Top Picks

Best Overall

NN-SN966S Countertop/Built-In Microwave

Panasonic

$249.95
Best Premium

MVEM1825F

LG

$399.99
Also Great

Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Oven

GE

$469.00

Top Microwaves Reviewed

10 products
Panasonic NN-SN966S Countertop/Built-In Microwave
9.2/10
  • Type:Countertop/Built-In
  • Power:1250W
  • Capacity:2.2 cu. ft.
  • Turntable Size:16.5 inches
$249.95
Best Premium
LG MVEM1825F
9.0/10
  • Power:1000 watts
  • Capacity:1.8 cu ft
  • Dimensions:29.9 x 15.4 x 16.3 inches
$399.99
GE Profile Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
9.0/10
  • Type:Over-the-Range
  • Power:1050W
  • Capacity:2.1 cu. ft.
  • Turntable Size:14.25 inches
$469.00
LG NeoChef Countertop Microwave
8.8/10
  • Type:Countertop
  • Power:1200W
  • Capacity:2.0 cu. ft.
  • Turntable Size:14.2 inches
$136.68
Farberware 1,100-Watt Microwave with Smart Sensor
8.5/10
  • Size:1.1 cubic feet
  • Power:1100 watts
$130.00
Samsung Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking
8.5/10
  • Type:Countertop
  • Power:1000W
  • Capacity:1.4 cu. ft.
  • Turntable Size:14.2 inches
$179.99
Toshiba EM131A5C-BS Microwave Oven
8.3/10
  • Type:Countertop
  • Power:1100W
  • Capacity:1.2 cu. ft.
  • Turntable Size:12.4 inches
$136.68
GE GCST07N1
8.0/10
  • Size:0.7 cubic feet
  • Power:700 watts
$150.00
Breville the Smooth Wave
7.1/10
Read our review
  • Power:900 watts
  • Capacity:1.2 cu ft
  • Dimensions:20.5 x 16.1 x 12.8 inches
$299.95
10

BLACK+DECKER

EM925AB9

BLACK+DECKER EM925AB9
7.0/10
  • Power:900 watts
  • Capacity:0.9 cu ft
  • Dimensions:19.1 x 14.1 x 11 inches
$89.99

How We Review Microwaves

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Our recommendations consider:

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  • Pros and cons mentioned across reviews
  • Price-to-performance value
  • Reliability and build quality feedback
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