Full-size countertop microwaves are ideal for those of you who would like to cook meals rather than simply reheat foodstuff. They all have capacities of more than 2 cubic feet and are ideal for big families. The standard features of these microwaves are one-button defrosting and reheating in addition to touch controls and turntables. They are capable of measuring internal humidity levels with the censor technology, which helps determine when a dish is done. Most also would offer child clocks and delay timers. To help you match your refrigerator and range designs, companies are now offering microwaves in various finishes, for instance, stainless steel. But, while being roomy, full-size microwaves occupy more counter space than compact or mid-size models.
Many full-size countertop microwaves boast an array of features starting from roomy turntable and finishing with cooking sensors. Many models will also come with inverter technology, a feature many consumers find very attractive. Microwaves that use this technology do a much better job of even cooking as they provide continuous heat at a lower power level, as opposed to cycling off and on.
Visit Microwaves Store | GE Profile JES2251SJ Microwave Review | 4.8 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | $254.99 |  | Review Visit Site |
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 | Panasonic NN-SD967S Microwave Review | 4.5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | $190.67 |  | Review Visit Site |
 | Panasonic NN-SD997S Microwave Review | 4.5 | 5 | 4.8 | 4 | 5 | $210.65 | | Review Visit Site |
 | Sharp R-520KS Microwave Review | 4.5 | 5 | 4.8 | 3.8 | 5 | $169.99 | | Review Visit Site |
GE Profile JES2251SJ Microwave Review
- Reliability:
- 4.8
- Easy to Clean:
- 5
- Price:
- $254.99
- Heats Evenly:
- 5
- Powerful:
- 5
- Quiet:
- 5
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Most reviewers agree that the best feature of the GE Profile JES2251SJ microwave is its extra-large capacity (2.2 cubic feet), in addition to reliable sensor-cooking feature and ease of use. To deliver continuous cooking power, which ensures more even cooking, this microwave uses popular inverter technology. Its roomy interior can accommodate a 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Most owners like its stylish stainless-steel exterior, and note that its cooking and defrosting performance are excellent. On the other hand, this microwave oven takes up substantial counter space, with some users also thinking that the control panel is not intuitive enough. As well, some customers reported reliability concerns, indicating that the turntable would rotate but the microwave wouldn’t heat. However, we find that many microwaves that use inverter technology have similar complaints. This model offers a one-year warranty, but, at the same time its magnetron tube is covered for five years (the element that creates microwave energy).
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Panasonic NN-SD967S Microwave Review
- Reliability:
- 4.5
- Powerful:
- 5
- Heats Evenly:
- 5
- Quiet:
- 4
- Easy to Clean:
- 5
- Price:
- $190.67
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The Panasonic NN-SD967S, a 2.2-cubic-foot microwave, looks incredibly similar to its predecessor, but we didn’t see quite as many reliability complaints about it. Indeed, the major comes down to the control panel: the Panasonic NN-T945SF used to have only touch controls, while the Panasonic NN-SD967S has a dial for time control in addition to touch buttons. Features and dimensions are the same. This model boasts stainless-steel design and 1,250-watt cooking power in addition to sensor cooking, auto-defrosting and inverter technology.
Most of the user reviews for the Panasonic NN-SD967S are positive. For instance, it earned a 4.5-star rating in 20 reviews at ABT.com. The users indicated this model was easier to use, but some owners indicated they would prefer the dial controls to the typical touchpad. Amazon.com users gave this model a 4-star rating, indicating they liked its large capacity and easy-to-use control panel, with most saying it cooks evenly and quickly.
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Panasonic NN-SD997S Microwave Review
- Reliability:
- 4.5
- Powerful:
- 5
- Heats Evenly:
- 4.8
- Quiet:
- 4
- Easy to Clean:
- 5
- Price:
- $210.65
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The Panasonic NN-SD997S is another Panasonic microwave that earned positive feedback in user reviews. Unlike the other two models, it has a different control panel that uses raised buttons and a turning dial, with all other features being identical. As many as 30 reviewers at Amazon.com gave it an above-average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5. Owners praised its inverter and sensor technologies, indicating that both would take the guesswork out of microwave cooking. One user noted that the popcorn mode was perfect and he did not see a single burnt piece come out of a bag. Its large capacity can accommodate a 9-by-13-inch baking pan, with its intuitive control panel being another plus. Many reviewers at ABT.com would agree with this statement, giving this microwave a perfect 5-star rating. At the same time, some users reported it stopped working after just a few years of use.
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Sharp R-520KS Microwave Review
- Reliability:
- 4.5
- Powerful:
- 5
- Heats Evenly:
- 4.8
- Quiet:
- 3.8
- Easy to Clean:
- 5
- Price:
- $169.99
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The standard Sharp R-520KS offers a large 2-cubic-foot capacity with a stylish stainless-steel design, and might interest those of you who don’t want to spend extra for a converter microwave oven, or are wary of the reliability problems. This microwave offers an electronic touchpad display, a 16-inch turntable, and 1,200-watt cooking power. Cooking features include a warming mode that keeps food warm until serving time, a cooking sensor, four defrost options, and auto-defrost. It takes up the same amount of counter space with its 24″ wide and 20″ deep, even though it has a slightly smaller capacity than the GE and Panasonic microwaves. It also come with 4 years of coverage for its magnetron tube, in addition to one-year parts and labor warranty.
Most of the users’ reviews for Sharp R-520KS are by and large positive, however, it gets lower marks in one independent test because of its noise. Over 20 users at Amazon.com give it 4 stars out of 5, and almost 30 owners at Walmart.com give the microwave a 4.5-star rating. These users note this microwave cooks well, particularly with the various sensor settings, and is easy to use. Some users say that all the predefined settings were particularly handy. According to other reviews, it is very easy to clean.
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