Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- JVM3160DFBB
- |
- SKU:
- 1694257
Customer reviews
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 9002 reviews
(9,002 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Performance4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Cook Settings4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are pleased with the ease of use, performance, and reasonable price of the 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave. Many find the size ideal and appreciate the straightforward installation process. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding scratches on the door and difficulty reading the control panel. Additionally, a few users have noted issues with the visibility of the display and the lack of illumination on the keypad.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Product Design and human factors
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Under unit light way too low. Lettering on controls way too light and hard to read. Pressure necessary to activate controls way too hard especially for older people with arthritis. It should be as easy to press as your mobile phone. Handle isn't anywhere near as comfortable to grip as the Kitchen Aid microwave. I was an industrial product designer. Give this product a very poor rating.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .We appreciate you reaching out and are sorry to hear that you have not been pleased with the overall design and functionality of your new microwave. We know the frustration that comes from an appliance not operating in the way we want and apologize for any frustration this has caused. We truly value your feedback and have passed it along to our microwave design and development team for future improvement and consideration. Please feel free to contact us any time with questions you may have as we are always here to help. -Chris@GEA
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
GE quality control is terrible.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got purchase home, found that box said was black, was white. Best Buy ordered a new unit with free pickup and delivery. After delivery, found was missing the bracket that bolts to the wall. Called GE, they "ordered" a replacement part, 2 weeks and still no bracket.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Broke under two years, short warranty.
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Microwave broke within a year and a half. No longer under warranty and GE wants $120 before parts/labor to even look at it, while a new microwave on sale is $200.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 2 out of 5 stars
Replacement For an Old GE Microwave that Died
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.After 6 months of use I had to have it repaired under warranty. This unit had the same wattage as the last but seemed to be hotter that my original..
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hello Alaskabob - We are very sorry to hear that your unit required repair after only six months. This is certainly not something we would expect to occur. Our hope is that the unit was quickly repaired under the product warranty, and that you receive many years of good service from the microwave. Thank you for choosing GE Appliances for your cooking needs. - TREY@GEA
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Doesn’t last!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It just stopped working. The microwave makes a humming noise, but does not heat anything. The repair cost is equivalent to purchasing a new one. This microwave replaced a KitchenAid microwave which lasted 25 years. My other microwave which is a GE countertop microwave is 19 years old and still going strong. Sadly, this one lasted 2.5 years, and of course it is out of warranty. Very disappointed!
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hi there, we're pleased to know your other GEA microwave is going strong, but awfully sorry to hear your microwave quit working. We pride ourselves on quality, so we can only imagine how disappointing this has been for you. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we're wishing you the best moving forward. - Guy@GEA
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good replacement for a step down microwave.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Glad to have a bisque replacement for my kitchen but not happy about the vent flapper that makes it sound like I have a critter in my attic when the wind blows. Wish I could have been told about that before installation.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Bisque
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 2 out of 5 stars
Ge microwave
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My microwave is making a strange noise, I need a phone number to ask questions.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Stay away from this one.
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It broke almost at the one year mark, and got it fixed by the manufacturers warranty. Now we are at the 2nd year and it broke again, and now the useless extended warranty is not showing up to fix it.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Many defects
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Problems started immediately. It doesn’t make sound when the timer or cooking time is over. The motor gets very loud while cooking and then goes back to normal. The screen doesn’t always display properly, certain parts of it won’t light up. We haven’t had it a year and I don’t think it will last much longer.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent value
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We use it for reheating beverages and food as well as steaming vegetables. We have had this microwave for several weeks now and it is simple to operate and does a nice job. The fan works well as does the lighting. I'd buy this product again.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Didn't even last 2 years
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I'm very disappointed. My GE microwave shorted out this week, less than 2 years of owning it. I had the electrician out to make sure it had nothing to do with our electricity and it didn't. My previous microwave lasted over 15 years. I wish I could remember which brand it was as I won't waste my time with GE again. Beware!
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hello KansasMom, thank you for your review. We are sincerely sorry your microwave stopped operating properly so soon into its lifespan. We truly understand how that would be frustrating. Please know that this is not the ownership experience we strive for. We hope we will have the opportunity to earn your trust back in the future. -Chris@GEA
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Do not purchase
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It barely works now and it hasnt even been 8 months. It hasnt even been used daily.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .We're glad you reached out. Please PM/DM us on Facebook/Instagram/X with a copy of your review, any service confirmation/case numbers you may have, and the complete model/serial numbers of your unit so we can further investigate. -Don@GEAppliances
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review of Washing machine delivery
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Delivery was on time and well executed, answering all questions politely. Very satisfied with the delivery men. Very upbeat and friendly.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Big disappointment
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I brought this to replace one I had for 15 years. This one died 30 days after install. Had to call GE repair. They came and said the mother board went. They have to order it. Will be allegedly one week. Big disappointment to have a brand new microwave die. Had to buy a small counter one until this one is fixed. On another note. The fan runs whenever you use it and it is loud.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Hi there, we're so sorry to hear this microwave died after just 30 days when your last unit lasted 15 years and that your fan is louder than expected. After such a long time, we can imagine how disappointed you must feel, so we want you to know we're confident our technician will get you taken care of. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we're wishing you the best. Thank you for choosing GE Appliances. - Guy@GEA
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Lasted less than 6 months
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Lasted less than 6 months. Fine while it worked but 6 months? Nope don't buy
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Thanks for sharing you feedback. We would like to find out more details. Please PM/DM us on Facebook/Instagram/X with a copy of your review, any service confirmation/case numbers you may have, and the complete model/serial numbers of your unit so we can further investigate. -Don@GEAppliances
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
not working today after 18 months.
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not working today after 18 months of use. Looks like no warranty from GE.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from GE Answers
Posted .Thanks for reaching out to us. Your microwave offered a one-year limited warranty. Given the difficulties you've had with your microwave, we encourage you to send us (GE Appliances) a private message on one of our social channels (Facebook, Instagram) with your contact information, model and serial numbers and a copy of your review so we can research your situation. -Vikki@GEAppliances
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
DUD
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Do not purchase this microwave Purchased GE microwave July 12, 2021 From Best Buy Had a PF error message on August 13, 2021 PF stands for power failure our power did not go out and the microwave quit working We unplugged to reboot but still no luck I was hoping we would at least get a year or two out of it We installed this ourself and it is not easy Dissatisfied
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Noisy!!!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Installed this microwave, and it has an incredibly loud buzzing/vibrating noise. And, I mean loud. It sounds like something is broken or damaged. The delivery box was in good condition. I installed it, myself, and it was gently and correctly installed. I bought this to replace an older microwave because it seemed to be wearing out. (Heating took more time, the inside light would only come on when the microwave started, and the light underneath was not working.) Looks like I'll have to reinstall the old one and return this one. That's a ton of work just because I made the mistake of buying this microwave.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - White
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Control panel
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Can't see
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The control panel is not backlit - can't see it Trying to return the product was a nightmare
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
No, I would not recommend this to a friend Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Still new. Solid basic unit.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.We got this as an open box item. Took a little time to install as the mounts from the old GE didn't line up. But other than that, it works just fine. Nothing special, but it's a microwave. I don't need it to do backflips.
This review is from GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Convenience Cooking Controls - Stainless Steel
I would recommend this to a friend












