Microwaves
Best Small Compact Microwave (2026): Top 4 by the Specs
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For a small compact microwave, the COMFEE' leads this list: a 0.7 cubic foot countertop model with 700 watts, 11 power levels and a 10-inch glass turntable. The Emerson and TOSHIBA match it at 0.7 cubic feet and 700 watts, while the BLACK+DECKER adds 1.1 cubic feet and 1000 watts in a larger body.
Starting out? See the main guide: Best Countertop Microwave
Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallCOMFEE' Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu.Ft9.8 View on Amazon -
9.7 View on Amazon -
Also GreatTOSHIBA Countertop Microwave Oven9.3 View on Amazon -
Largest CapacityBLACK+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 | 0.7 cu ft | 700 W | — | 20.2 lb | One-year |
| 2. Emerson Compact Countertop Microwave Oven | 0.7 cu ft | 700 W | 6 functions | 22.8 lb | One-year |
| 3. TOSHIBA Countertop Microwave Oven | 0.7 cu ft | 700 W | 6 functions | — | 1-year |
| 4. BLACK+DECKER Countertop Microwave Oven | 1.1 cu ft | 1,000 W | 6 functions | — | 1-year |
COMFEE' Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu.Ft
A 0.7 cubic foot countertop microwave with 700 watts, 11 power levels, weight and time defrost and a control lock.
- Capacity: 0.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 700 W
- One-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 11 power levels
- Buyers who want weight and time defrost
Skip it if
- You want more than 700 watts
- You want a capacity larger than 0.7 cubic feet
The 10-inch glass turntable sits inside a 0.7 cubic foot cavity, and the control panel adds a clock, a kitchen timer and a memory function. One-touch express cooking runs 1 to 6 minutes with a +30 second button, and defrost works by weight or by time. It weighs 20.2 lb and carries a 1-year warranty.
Emerson Compact Countertop Microwave Oven
A 0.7 cubic foot countertop microwave with 700 watts, 10 power levels, 6 cooking presets and time and weight defrost.
- Capacity: 0.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 700 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- One-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 6 cooking presets
- Buyers who want a 99-minute digital timer
Skip it if
- You want more than 10 power levels
- You want a warranty longer than 1 year
The 0.7 cubic foot cavity runs at 700 watts with 10 power levels and a removable glass turntable. The 6 presets cover popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen and fresh vegetable, beverage and reheat, and defrost works by time or weight. Express cooking starts with one button, and it weighs 22.8 lb.
TOSHIBA Countertop Microwave Oven
A 0.7 cubic foot countertop microwave with 700 watts, 11 power levels, 6 auto menus and ChefDefrost.
- Capacity: 0.7 cu ft
- Wattage: 700 W
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want ChefDefrost
- Buyers who want an Eco Mode
Skip it if
- You want more than 700 watts
- You want a capacity larger than 0.7 cubic feet
The 9.6-inch glass turntable sits in a 0.7 cubic foot cavity with 11 power levels and 6 auto menus. ChefDefrost runs up to 40% faster than traditional methods, and the panel adds Eco Mode, a clock, a kitchen timer and a control lock. One-touch start runs 1 to 6 minutes at full power.
BLACK+DECKER Countertop Microwave Oven
A 1.1 cubic foot countertop microwave with 1000 watts, 10 power levels and 6 one-touch presets.
- Capacity: 1.1 cu ft, the largest here
- Wattage: 1,000 W, the most here
- Auto-cook presets: 6 functions
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 1000 watts
- Buyers who want a 1.1 cubic foot cavity
Skip it if
- You want more than 10 power levels
- You want a warranty longer than 1 year
The 12.4-inch turntable sits in a 1.1 cubic foot cavity, and the 6 presets cover popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetable, beverage and dinner plate. Express cooking starts with shortcut buttons at 1000 watts and 10 power levels, and the panel adds a control lock. It carries a 1-year warranty.
How to choose
Size and power first
All four are countertop models, but size and power split them: the COMFEE', Emerson and TOSHIBA are 0.7 cubic feet at 700 watts, while the BLACK+DECKER is 1.1 cubic feet at 1000 watts. Match the cavity to the plates you reheat and the watts to how fast you want food hot.
Presets and defrost
Every pick here has 6 auto-cook presets and express cooking, so compare the defrost and control extras instead. The COMFEE' and Emerson defrost by weight or time, the TOSHIBA adds ChefDefrost with Eco Mode, and the COMFEE', Emerson and TOSHIBA add a kitchen timer. The BLACK+DECKER keeps it simpler with 6 presets, express cooking and a control lock.
Power levels and turntables
Power levels run 11 on the COMFEE' and TOSHIBA and 10 on the Emerson and BLACK+DECKER, so check the steps you want for gentle heating. For turntables, the COMFEE' uses a 10-inch glass turntable, the TOSHIBA a 9.6-inch glass turntable, and the Emerson a removable glass turntable. The BLACK+DECKER uses a 12.4-inch turntable.
FAQ
What size microwave fits a small kitchen?
The COMFEE', Emerson and TOSHIBA are 0.7 cubic feet at 700 watts, while the BLACK+DECKER is 1.1 cubic feet at 1000 watts. Compare the cavity and the outer dimensions against your counter space.
Which microwaves have a control lock?
The COMFEE', Emerson, TOSHIBA and BLACK+DECKER all add a control lock, and the COMFEE' uses a 2-step version.
How do the defrost options differ?
The COMFEE' and Emerson defrost by weight or time, and the TOSHIBA adds ChefDefrost for faster defrosting.
How much power do these microwaves use?
The BLACK+DECKER runs at 1000 watts, while the COMFEE', Emerson and TOSHIBA run at 700 watts.
