GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking and Defrost - Stainless Steel
Customers are saying
Customers praise the overall performance, ease of use, and generous size of this GE appliance. While many users appreciate its powerful wattage and quiet operation, some have noted concerns regarding the lack of backlighting on the control panel. Additionally, a small number of users reported issues with uneven cooking results and the unit becoming quite warm during use. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its functional design and reliable daily utility.
Color
Stainless Steel- Color FinishStainless steelProduct Height12 7/8 inchesProduct Width21 3/4 inchesProduct Depth17 3/4 inchesApp CompatibleNoMicrowave TypeCountertopTurntable Diameter13 5/8 inches
1.6 Cu. Ft. Capacity
1150 Watts (IEC-705 test procedure)
Sensor Cooking Controls
Automatically adjusts time and power for delicious cooking results.
Weight and Time Defrost
Simply enter the weight of the food, and the oven automatically sets the optimal defrosting time and power level or set your desired time for defrosting.
Turntable
Rotates food throughout the cycle.
Two-Step Child Lock
This mandatory feature helps prevent unintended use by younger family members, with the option to deactivate it if not needed.
Instant On Controls
One-touch instant operation.
Control Lockout
Helps prevent accidental activation.
"Add 30 Seconds" Button
Increases cooking times with one touch.
Timer On/Off
Minute timer helps keep you on track.
Reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 398 reviews
- Overall Performance (130)
- Ease of Use (61)
- Size (56)
- Power (34)
- Design (16)
- Visibility (8)
- Cooking Performance (4)
- Control Scheme (3)
- Heat Dissipation (3)
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| Pros for GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking and Defrost - Stainless Steel | |||
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| Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Size, Power, Design | Overall Performance, Size, Ease of Use, Noise Level, Design | Overall Performance, Noise Level, Ease of Use, Size, Power | Overall Performance, Size, Ease of Use, Noise Level, Power |
| Cons for GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking and Defrost - Stainless Steel | |||
| Visibility, Cooking Performance, Control Scheme, Heat Dissipation | Door Lock | Turntable Functionality | Door Lock |

































































