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Best Built-In Microwaves

Updated July 2018
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
KitchenAid
1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Stainless Steel
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Bottom Line

A stylish but pricey addition to a range remodel. Solidly built, but programming can be time-consuming and it may begin to run noisy after a few months of use.

Pros

Includes convection as well as microwave cooking, both of which cook fast and evenly within its 1,000-watt rating. Stainless steel finish and sleek built-in form match many oven range configurations.

Cons

Requires many steps to program food for cooking. Fan tends to run noisy. Drop-down door can be annoying to work around.

KitchenAid
1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Black
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Bottom Line

A control dial is an interesting design choice that helps save panel space on this compact built-in.

Pros

With 2 trim kit sizes included, oven can fit seamlessly into space over most ranges. Smaller width, just over 22 inches, is great for narrower spaces. Cool-down and keep-warm features are a nice plus.

Cons

No timer included on control panel. Too many buttons to push to do simple functions like defrost, along with an odd timer dial. Instruction manual isn’t well written. Drop-down door may make accessing interior difficult.

Best Bang for the Buck
Frigidaire
Gallery 2.0 cu. ft. Microwave in Stainless Steel, Built-In Capable with Sensor Cooking
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Bottom Line

A faulty door latch design mars an otherwise reliable microwave with a plethora of one-touch preset functions.

Pros

Preset cooking times are just one feature among 28 one-touch functions. Can be placed on countertop or built in as needed. Runs quietly.

Cons

Trim kit must be bought separately. Timer will not stop beeping until manually switched off. Door may stick and is tough to open.

GE
Profile Advantium 30 in. Electric Wall Oven with Speed Cook and Convection in Stainless Steel
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Bottom Line

Works best as a supplemental oven, but its overall performance is mediocre considering its hefty price.

Pros

Combines microwave functionality with convection and conventional features. Microwave functions reliably, and control panel is easy to learn.

Cons

Conventional and convection features do not circulate air well. Microwave is underpowered for its price. Oven light won’t stay on, and sensor cooking is somewhat off. 15-second time increments are more annoying than helpful.

Westinghouse
0.6 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave Oven in White
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Bottom Line

Sometimes simple is the way to go, especially if tons of features and max power aren’t needed in a microwave. Works as a good supplemental heating option.

Pros

Analog dial design is great for those with vision or cognitive issues. Option for either built-in or countertop placement.

Cons

Very low wattage limits cooking to just the basics. Small interior oven. Takes 2 hands to open if not anchored.

How we decided

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  • 5 Models Considered
  • 5 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 134 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
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    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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    • Samantha
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      Writer
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    KitchenAid

    1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Stainless Steel

    KitchenAid

    1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Stainless Steel

    A stylish but pricey addition to a range remodel. Solidly built, but programming can be time-consuming and it may begin to run noisy after a few months of use.
    $0
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    KitchenAid

    1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Black

    KitchenAid

    1.4 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave in Black

    A control dial is an interesting design choice that helps save panel space on this compact built-in.
    $0
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    Frigidaire

    Gallery 2.0 cu. ft. Microwave in Stainless Steel, Built-In Capable with Sensor Cooking

    Frigidaire

    Gallery 2.0 cu. ft. Microwave in Stainless Steel, Built-In Capable with Sensor Cooking

    A faulty door latch design mars an otherwise reliable microwave with a plethora of one-touch preset functions.
    $0
    ×

    GE

    Profile Advantium 30 in. Electric Wall Oven with Speed Cook and Convection in Stainless Steel

    GE

    Profile Advantium 30 in. Electric Wall Oven with Speed Cook and Convection in Stainless Steel

    Works best as a supplemental oven, but its overall performance is mediocre considering its hefty price.
    $0
    ×

    Westinghouse

    0.6 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave Oven in White

    Westinghouse

    0.6 cu. ft. Built-In Microwave Oven in White

    Sometimes simple is the way to go, especially if tons of features and max power aren’t needed in a microwave. Works as a good supplemental heating option.
    $0