Microwave Cooking for One by Marie T Smith

Shopping for Microwave Utensils and Other Kitchen Essentials

Buy A Microwave Oven

Now that you've read How to Buy A Microwave Oven, and know what to look for when purchasing a microwave oven, we present some microwave ovens for your consideration. We've searched the Internet and found that Abt Electronics has the largest online selection. Abt is one of the nation's leading independent retailers of consumer electronics and appliances. They provide friendly and knowledgeable customer service and an incredible selection of top quality name brand merchandise at the best available prices. Abt is an authorized online retailer for every major brand.

Everybody's needs are different, so which microwave oven is right for you depends on how much and how fast you want to cook. Presented here is the wide selection of microwaves offered at Abt Electronics. I recall the very first microwave oven my mother purchased which started the whole journey of learning to use it which ultimately resulted in Microwave Cooking for One. That first oven cost over $800. A comparable oven today costs less than $100. My research shows that on the whole microwave ovens (except some of the smaller compact models) are very good or excellent in quality. So it isn't really a question of which brand is better than another, as much as which features suit your needs, lifestyle and pocketbook. I have done my best to find out all the basic information about each model, but there are some that I simply couldn't find out for sure if it has a turntable or what size it is.

All of these microwaves have the three most important features you should look for when buying a microwave oven as discussed in How to Buy a Microwave Oven: (1) at least 700-watts, (2) a touch-panel control, and (3) at least three power levels. Under-the-cabinet and over-the-range models are listed; however, remember that unless space is an issue for you, the most convenient to use are the counter top models where you can safely leave the dish in the oven, add ingredients, stir and rearrange the food.

Reminder: If you decide to purchase an oven that is more than 700-watts, be sure to go to the Conversion Chart area of this site and print out the conversion chart for your new microwave oven.

For a complete list of all countertop microwaves currently available at ABT Electronics, please CLICK HERE.

Amana

Model Wattage Capacity Power
Levels
Turntable
Amana AMC5143 Countertop Microwave Oven:
AMC5143AAS
(stainless steel)
1100 1.4
cu ft
Ten No
Amana AMC2206 Countertop Microwave Oven:
AMC2206BAW
(white)
1100 2.0
cu ft
Ten Yes
 

General Electric (GE)

Model Wattage Capacity Power
Levels
Turntable

GE JES738 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES0738DPWW
(white)

JES0738DPBB
(black)

700 0.7
cu ft
Ten 10⅝"

GE JES736 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES0736SPSS
(stainless steel)

700 0.7
cu ft
Ten 10⅝"
GE JES1334 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES1334WH
(white)

1100 1.3
cu ft
Ten 12⅝"

GE JE740 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JE740WH
(white)

JE740BK
(black)

700 0.7
cu ft
Ten 10"

GE JES1460 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES1460DNWW
(white)

JES1460DNBB
(black)

1150 1.4
cu ft
Ten 12⅝"

GE JES1344 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES1344SK
(stainless steel)

1000 1.3
cu ft
Ten 12-13/16"
GE JEM25 Spacemaker II Microwave Oven:

JEM25DMWW
(white)

JEM25DMBB
(black)

800 1.0
cu ft
Ten 12-5/16"

GE JES2051 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES2051DNWW
(white)

JES2051DNBB
(black)

JES2051DNBB
(stainless steel)

1200 2.0
cu ft
Ten 16;"

GE JEB1860 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JEB1860DMWW
(white)

JEB1860DMBB
(black)

JEB1860SMSS
(stainless steel)

1100 1.8
cu ft
Ten 14⅛"

GE PEM31 Profile™ Spacemaker II Counter Top or Under Cabinet Microwave Oven (Under Cabinet Mounting Kit sold Separately):

PEM31DMWW
(white)

PEM31DMBB
(black)

PEM31DMCC
(bisque)

PEM31DMCC
(stainless steel)

800 1.0
cu ft
Ten 11-5/16"

GE PEB2060 Profile™ Countertop Microwave Oven:

PEB2060DMWW
(white)

PEB2060DMBB
(black)

PEB2060DMCC
(bisque)

PEB2060SMSS
(stainless steel)

1200 2.0
cu ft
Ten 16"

GE JES2251 Countertop Microwave Oven:

JES2251SS
(stainless steel)

1200 2.2
cu ft
Ten 16"
 

Panasonic

Model Wattage Capacity Power
Levels
Turntable

Panasonic NN-SN651 Countertop Microwave Oven:

NN-SN651W
(white)

NN-SN651B
(black)

1200 1.2
cu ft
Ten 13½"

Panasonic NN-SN661 Countertop Microwave Oven:

NN-SN661S
(stainless steel)

1200 1.2
cu ft
Ten 13½"

Panasonic NNH965 Genius Countertop Microwave Oven:

NNH965WF
(white)

NNH965BF
(black)

1200 2.2
cu ft
Ten 16½"

Panasonic NNSD787 Countertop/Built-In Microwave Oven:

NNSD767S
(stainless steel)

1250 1.6
cu ft
Ten 15"
Panasonic NNSD797 Countertop Microwave Oven:

NNSD797S
(stainless steel)

1250 1.6
cu ft
Ten 15"

Panasonic NN-SD967 Luxury Full Size Countertop Microwave Oven:

NN-SD967S
(stainless steel)

1250 2.2
cu ft
Ten 16½"

Panasonic NN-SD997 Countertop Microwave Oven:

NN-SD997S
(stainless steel)

1250 2.2
cu ft
Ten 16½"
 

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