Microwaves
Best Countertop Microwave with Handle (2026): 5 Models Side by Side
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For a countertop microwave, the COMFEE leads this list: it has a 0.7 cu ft capacity, 700 watts, and 6 auto-cook functions, with an ECO mode and a sound on/off button. If a handle is the deciding feature, the Chefman has a handle and a control lock, with a 1.1 cu ft capacity and 1000 watts.
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Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallCOMFEE' Countertop Microwave Oven9.8 View on Amazon -
9.6 View on Amazon -
Also GreatTOSHIBA Microwave Oven9.4 View on Amazon -
Also GreatChefman Countertop Microwave9.4 View on Amazon -
Also GreatBLACK+DECKER Countertop Microwave Oven9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on capacity, wattage, auto-cook presets from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Capacity | Wattage | Auto-cook presets | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. COMFEE' Countertop Microwave Oven | 0.7 cu ft | 700 W | 6 functions | 20.3 lb | 1-year |
| 2. Farberware Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 cu.ft. | 0.7 cu ft | 700 W | 6 functions | 22.5 lb | 1-year |
| 3. TOSHIBA Microwave Oven | 0.9 cu ft | 900 W | 6 functions | 24.9 lb | 1-year |
| 4. Chefman Countertop Microwave | 1.1 cu ft | 1,000 W | 3 functions | 30.9 lb | 1-year |
| 5. BLACK+DECKER Countertop Microwave Oven | 1.1 cu ft | 1,000 W | 6 functions | — | 1-year |
COMFEE' Countertop Microwave Oven
It pairs 700 watts and 6 auto-cook functions with an ECO mode, a sound on/off button, and one-touch buttons.
- Capacity: 0.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 700 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 6 auto-cook functions and one-touch buttons
- Buyers who want an ECO mode and a sound on/off button
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 0.7 cu ft
- You need power past 700 watts
It has 11 power levels, two defrost settings by weight or by time, and a timer function. The auto-cook functions cover popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen veggie, beverage, and reheat. The box includes a microwave oven and a manual instruction book, and it carries a 1-year warranty. It weighs 20.3 lb.
Farberware Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 cu.ft.
It pairs 700 watts and 6 preset options with 10 power levels, multi-stage cooking, and an LED display.
- Capacity: 0.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 700 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 10 power levels and multi-stage cooking
- Buyers who want 6 preset options and defrost by weight or time
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 0.7 cu ft
- You need power past 700 watts
It has 10 power levels with multi-stage cooking and 6 one-touch options, including popcorn, potato, and pizza. Defrost by weight or by time is built in, and a kitchen timer and clock help track time. Interior lighting lets you view the dish, and it carries a 1-year warranty. It weighs 22.5 lb.
TOSHIBA Microwave Oven
It pairs 900 watts and 6 preset menus with 11 power levels, a mute function, and a 10.6-inch turntable.
- Capacity: 0.9 cu ft
- Wattage: 900 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 11 power levels and 6 preset menus
- Buyers who want a mute function and a 10.6-inch turntable
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 0.9 cu ft
- You need power past 900 watts
It has 6 preset menus for popcorn, pizza, potato, and more, with a clock and kitchen timer. Defrost by weight or by time is built in, and one-touch start covers 1 to 6 minutes at full power. The box includes a glass turntable, a manual instruction, and a microwave oven, and it carries a 1-year warranty. It weighs 24.9 lb.
Chefman Countertop Microwave
It pairs 1000 watts and a 1.1 cu ft capacity with a handle, 10 power levels, and 3 one-touch presets.
- Capacity: 1.1 cu ft
- Wattage: 1,000 W
- Auto-cook presets: 3 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a handle and a control lock
- Buyers who want 3 presets and a +30 seconds button
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 1.1 cu ft
- You need power past 1000 watts
It has 10 power levels and 3 presets for popcorn, beverages, and leftovers, with time and weight defrost. The handle has a control lock, and a mute option silences beeps. The turntable is glass, and it carries a 1-year warranty. It weighs 30.9 lb.
BLACK+DECKER Countertop Microwave Oven
It pairs 1000 watts and a 1.1 cu ft capacity with 6 one-touch presets, express cooking, and 10 power levels.
- Capacity: 1.1 cu ft
- Wattage: 1,000 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 6 one-touch presets for popcorn, potato, and pizza
- Buyers who want express cooking and 10 power levels
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 1.1 cu ft
- You need power past 1000 watts
It has 6 preset menus for popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetable, beverage, and dinner plate. Express cooking starts heating with shortcut buttons, with 1000 watts and 10 power levels. The box includes a microwave oven, and it carries a 1-year warranty. The turntable measures 12.4 inches.
How to choose
Capacity and wattage
Capacity in cubic feet tells you the interior size, and wattage tells you the power at full power. The COMFEE has 0.7 cu ft and 700 watts, the Farberware has 0.7 cu ft and 700 watts, the TOSHIBA has 0.9 cu ft and 900 watts, the Chefman has 1.1 cu ft and 1000 watts, and the BLACK+DECKER has 1.1 cu ft and 1000 watts. Match the capacity to the space on your counter and to the dishes you heat, and match the wattage to the power level you want at full power.
Presets, power levels, and defrost
A preset is a one-touch program for a food, a power level sets how much power is used, and defrost by weight or by time sets defrost from a weight or a time. The COMFEE has 6 auto-cook functions and 11 power levels, the Farberware has 6 preset options and 10 power levels, the TOSHIBA has 6 preset menus and 11 power levels, the Chefman has 3 one-touch presets and 10 power levels, and the BLACK+DECKER has 6 one-touch presets and 10 power levels. The COMFEE, Farberware, TOSHIBA, and Chefman each have defrost by weight or by time.
Handle, controls, and sound options
For a handle, look at the Chefman, which has a handle with a control lock. All five have a control lock. For sound, the COMFEE has a sound on/off button, the TOSHIBA has a mute function, and the Chefman has a mute option. Controls vary: the COMFEE uses buttons, the Farberware uses buttons, the TOSHIBA uses buttons, the Chefman uses buttons, and the BLACK+DECKER uses buttons. Check the control style and the sound option before choosing.
FAQ
Which microwave is best for a handle?
The Chefman has a handle with a control lock, a 1.1 cu ft capacity, and 1000 watts. It has 10 power levels and 3 one-touch presets.
What capacity and wattage do these microwaves have?
The COMFEE has 0.7 cu ft and 700 watts, the Farberware has 0.7 cu ft and 700 watts, the TOSHIBA has 0.9 cu ft and 900 watts, the Chefman has 1.1 cu ft and 1000 watts, and the BLACK+DECKER has 1.1 cu ft and 1000 watts.
Do these microwaves have a control lock?
All five have a control lock. The Chefman has a control lock on the handle. The COMFEE, Farberware, TOSHIBA, and BLACK+DECKER also have a control lock.
Which microwaves have a mute function?
The COMFEE has a sound on/off button, the TOSHIBA has a mute function, and the Chefman has a mute option.
