If you need both room and power, the Panasonic NN-SN67KS Compact Microwave is an excellent choice. This little microwave has 1.2 cubic feet of capacity and a power of 1200, which is the highest in our comparison.

This microwave also has 15 auto cook settings, ranging from quinoa and oats to soup, omelets, and veggies. There are 11 power settings and a three-level popcorn button to help you achieve the perfect pleasure.

To make life a little simpler, the Panasonic NN-SN67KS Compact Microwave has sensor cooking, which automatically changes the power and cooking time for different meals to ensure they are completely cooked. Because of the inverter rapid defrost feature, you won't have to wait as long for meals to thaw. Furthermore, inverter technology properly warms the food that you insert in your microwave.

This microwave is the most costly in our roundup, and it comes in black, white, and stainless steel. While some reviewers complain about the interior light, claiming it isn't bright enough, others appreciate how easy it is to use and clean - see our article on how to clean a microwave for some helpful hints.

Specifications

• Watts: 1200
• Capacity: 1.2 cubic feet

Link to buy: www.amazon.com/Panasonic-Compact-Microwave-Cooking-Popcorn/dp/B07PSY2RVD/ref=sr_1_5?

Pros

• Powerful
• Large capacity

Cons

• Pricey
• Not a very bright internal light

The Toshiba EM131A5C-SS microwave is among the best countertop microwaves on the market. It contains 1100 watts of power and 10 distinct power settings. It comes in both black stainless steel and stainless steel, and it has 1.2 cubic feet of cooking capacity.

This tiny microwave does not have a thick rear, as other models have, so it will not take up much space. The sensor menu is pre-programmed, so you can simply push a button and it will automatically cook selected meals using the appropriate settings. Sensor Reheat, Sensor Pizza, Potato, Rice, Frozen Veggies, and Frozen Entrée are all pre-programmed choices.

Another feature we appreciated was the'sound off' option, and you can even turn off the buzzer on this microwave if the noises bother you.

This Toshiba microwave has a reasonable wattage for the price, although some consumers were unhappy with the power. Overall, the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS is a great value given the price and number of functions you receive with this tiny microwave, not to mention its stylish design.

Specifications

• Watts: 1100
• Capacity: 1.2 cubic feet

Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Toshiba-EM131A5C-SS-Microwave-Interior-Stainless/dp/B076VB5JFQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?

Pros

• Easy to clean
• Sensor cooking
• Spacious

Cons

• Not as powerful as some other models

The Black+Decker EM720CFO-PMB is a wonderful low-cost microwave that costs less than $70. The Black+Decker EM720CFO-PMB, with 0.7 cubic feet of internal capacity, isn't the largest, but it's also the cheapest in our roundup. You get ten power levels, an Express Cook mode, and an auto menu option for the price.

The Black+Decker EM720CFO-PMB is lightweight and small, with a digital control panel that allows you to effortlessly pick any setting you want. This microwave also comes with useful extras like a safety lock.

Although the Black+Decker EM720CFO-PMB is a wonderful small microwave, it only has 700 watts of power. While this is an excellent microwave, some people complained that it works slowly because it isn't the most powerful. Other consumers claimed that this microwave didn't take up too much room on their counter and that it was great at simple duties like defrosting and heating food.

Specifications

• Watts: 700
• Capacity : 0.7 cubic feet

Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-EM720CFO-PMB-Digital-Microwave/dp/B08BRYDNXN/ref=sr_1_1?

Pros

• Multiple cooking levels
• Digital controls

Cons

• Quite small capacity
• Only 700 watts

The Faberware FMO11AHTBKB is a tiny microwave with plenty of room for cooking and reheating food. It has a capacity of 1.1 cubic feet yet won't take up much room on your tabletop.

With a price tag of less than $100, you get a lot of room for your money and the option of a stainless steel or black finish. This countertop microwave includes a pull handle rather than a push button and an easy-to-use digital display.

With the Faberware FMO11AHTBKB, you'll receive 10 power levels, an Express Cook mode, and a Memory Function that learns your cooking preferences. Furthermore, six pre-programmed cooking options are available, including popcorn, pizza, potato, beverage, dinner plate, or frozen veggies.

Users praise the Faberware FMO11AHTBKB microwave for its 'excellent features,' and many have remarked on how'stylish' it appears in their kitchen. Other consumers stated that for the price, this microwave provided them with all they need. When used, this microwave is rather noisy, according to a few reviews.

Specifications

• Watts : 1000
• Capacity : 1.1 cubic feet

Link to buy: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Farberware-1-1-cu-ft-1000-Countertop-Microwave-Stainless-Steel-Black/1000700762?

Pros

• Powerful, Big capacity

Cons

• Noisy
• Only six cooking programs

With 0.9 cubic feet of capacity, the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST isn't the largest microwave in our roundup, but it has some wonderful features that make it easy to maintain and clean. Aside from its useful functions, the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST is a very sleek and attractive microwave that seems premium despite being less expensive than some other models.

This microwave, which has LG's smart inverter, warms more evenly and precisely, rather of blasting your entire dish. Internally, the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST is built for ease of operation. The controls are composed of smooth glass, and there are no traditional dials to navigate.

The smooth outside shell of this microwave makes it simple to clean and wash down, but within the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST is a stain-resistant anti-bacterial coating that seeks to prevent build-up inside your microwave. Because of the EasyClean coating, you don't need to use harsh cleaning agents to keep this microwave clean; instead, simply wipe it off with a wet towel.

The hexagonal stabilizer is another basic yet ingenious feature of the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST that we enjoy. Because most microwaves only have a three-point stabilizer, this makes the microwave turntable considerably more robust and less prone to tip.

Users give the LG NeoChef LMC0975ST excellent marks for aesthetics and performance. Other consumers remarked on how simple this microwave is to operate and how 'silent' it is. A few critiques include the fact that this microwave is very pricey, and that it is prone to exhibiting fingerprints and stains on the outside.

Specifications

• Watts : 900
• Capacity : 0.9 cubic feet
• Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/LG-NeoChef-1040W-Microwave-LMC0975ST/dp/B075GTM781

Pros

• Anti-bacterial coating
• EasyClean interior

Cons

• Smaller capacity than some other models
• No alternative colors