You can spend less than $100 on a countertop microwave—or multiples of that on a larger, more advanced model. Spending more typically gets you more power and convenience features, such as a ...

Our tests help you find a reliable, top-performing microwave for your kitchen counter To pick the best countertop microwaves, Consumer Reports tests models to ensure that they're easy to operate ...

But most microwave ovens have less usable space than advertised, according to our tests: In fact, both over-the-range (OTR) and countertop microwaves have a usable capacity of about 50 percent of ...