This Farberware countertop microwave delivers 700W in a compact 0.7 cu ft stainless exterior for $79.99, backed by an enormous 32,700-review base at 4.4 stars. It is one of the best-validated budget microwaves available and earns its reputation as a reliable workhorse for light to moderate household use.
Small households, apartments, offices, or anyone who primarily reheats single servings, beverages, and smaller dishes. The $79.99 price makes it an easy first microwave or replacement without overthinking the decision.
Skip if
You regularly heat large dishes or casseroles, 0.7 cu ft is genuinely compact, and the 10.6-inch turntable limits container size. If you cook proteins from raw in the microwave, higher wattage models will perform noticeably better.
Capacity 0.7 cu ft
Wattage 700 W
Power levels 10
Installation Countertop
Width 17.3 in
Controls Buttons
Priced 71% below the category median ($271.99 across 81 tracked models)
Capacity of 0.7 cu ft - smaller than 78% of the 84 models we track
Wattage of 700 W - lower than 87% of the 84 models we track
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 32,700 owner ratings
Value for money4.2/5
$114 per cubic foot, below the category median
Popularity5.0/5
32,700 owner reviews, more than most models here
Storage space1.2/5
0.7 cu ft, compact for this category
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other kitchen ranges, cooktops, wall ovens, range hoods and microwaves we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
At 0.7 cu ft and 700W, this Farberware is built for compact, everyday use. The 17.3-inch width and 12.99 x 17.3 x 10.14-inch footprint make it one of the smaller standard countertop models available, fitting easily in tight kitchens, offices, or dorm rooms. The 10.6-inch turntable works for mugs, bowls, and small plates but is not sized for dinner plates.
The 10 power levels give reasonable control for a 700W unit, you can select lower settings for gentle warming or defrosting without running at full power. Button and keypad controls are tactile and uncomplicated. Stainless steel exterior at this price is a visual upgrade over cheaper models that typically come in plain white or black.
The buying signal here is exceptional: 32,700 reviews at 4.4 stars and no model on this list comes close to that review volume. That kind of feedback base at a maintained 4.4 rating is a reliable indicator that the vast majority of buyers, across a wide range of use cases, find it performs well and holds up over time at the price paid.
Pros
Massive 32,700-review base at 4.4 stars, one of the most validated microwaves in the category
Compact 17.3-in width and lightweight 22.5 lb body suits small kitchens and offices
10 power levels for a 700W unit provides good reheating control
Stainless steel finish at a sub-$80 price is unusual for this wattage class
Runs on 120V standard outlet, no special requirements
Cons
700W is lower than mid-range models, larger items take longer to heat
0.7 cu ft cavity and 10.6-in turntable limit dish size
Not suited for defrosting large proteins efficiently compared to 1000W+ models
Specifications
Capacity
0.7 cu ft
Wattage
700 W
Power levels
10
Installation
Countertop
Width
17.3 in
Controls
Buttons
Color
Stainless Steel
Turntable
10.6 in
Dimensions
12.99 X 17.3 X 10.14 In
Weight
22.5 lb
Voltage
120 Volts
Smart
Not Smart Home Compatible
Performance notes
At 700W across 10 power levels, this microwave handles reheating beverages, leftovers, soups, and single servings well. It is not designed for power-heavy tasks like rapidly defrosting a whole chicken or cooking large portions from raw. The compact 0.7 cu ft interior fits a standard mug, a medium cereal bowl, or a shallow plate. The button and keypad controls are simple to operate with no programming complexity. The 17.3-inch width fits on most countertops with clearance to spare.
What buyers say
With 32,700 reviews at 4.4 stars, buyer sentiment is broadly and consistently positive at a scale that is statistically meaningful. This review volume suggests millions of purchase decisions, and the maintained rating points to reliable performance, durability at the price, and ease of use that meets expectations for compact budget microwaves. It is one of the most heavily validated models in the entire countertop category.
For typical light tasks, warming a mug of coffee, reheating a bowl of soup, softening butter, defrosting a small item, 700W is adequate. Cooking from raw, reheating large dense portions, or defrosting big cuts of meat will take longer than with a 1000W or 1200W model. If most of your microwave use is reheating, 700W is workable.
Will a standard dinner plate fit in the 0.7 cu ft cavity?
The 10.6-inch turntable is smaller than a standard dinner plate (typically 10.5-11 inches in diameter). Some plates may just fit, but the clearance is tight. Shallow plates may rotate; deeper bowls or wide dishes are more likely to be restricted. Expect to stick with smaller bowls and mugs for easy clearance.
How does this compare to the Farberware 0.7 cu ft black model (B01EIZSDWO)?
Both are 0.7 cu ft, 700W with 10 power levels and nearly identical dimensions. This stainless model (B07VS476X8) has 32,700 reviews at 4.4 stars versus the black model's 6,600 reviews at 4.2 stars, a larger, higher-rated sample. The stainless finish and 10.6-inch turntable (vs. 10.0 in on the black) are minor differences. Both are credible picks at the same price.
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