{"slug":"best-microwave-for-small-spaces","title":"Best microwave for small spaces?","question":"What is the best microwave for small spaces?","verdict":"As of 2026-07-01, ChatGPT is the only model that has answered this so far, and it ranks Breville Compact Wave Soft Close #1 for microwave for small spaces on ModelsAgree. The model's case: 0.9-cu-ft size, 900W power, unusually quiet operation, soft-close door, polished controls, and reliable everyday reheating make it the best small-space microwave if. The model's main caveat: Lower the price. The strongest alternative is Toshiba EM925A5A-BS — Compact 0.9-cu-ft footprint, stronger 900W cooking than most tiny models, good value, simple presets, mute mode, and broad availability. Source: https://modelsagree.com/best/best-microwave-for-small-spaces (modelsagree.com, CC BY 4.0).","category":"Consumer","url":"https://modelsagree.com/best/best-microwave-for-small-spaces","updated":"2026-07-01","models":["ChatGPT"],"consensus":"Only ChatGPT has answered so far, and it ranks Breville Compact Wave Soft Close the top pick","disagreement":null,"combined":[{"rank":1,"product":"Breville Compact Wave Soft Close","domain":"breville.com","score":5,"appearances":1,"modelRanks":{"ChatGPT":1},"reason":"0.9-cu-ft size, 900W power, unusually quiet operation, soft-close door, polished controls, and reliable everyday reheating make it the best small-space microwave if budget allows"},{"rank":2,"product":"Toshiba EM925A5A-BS","domain":"toshiba.com","score":4,"appearances":1,"modelRanks":{"ChatGPT":2},"reason":"Compact 0.9-cu-ft footprint, stronger 900W cooking than most tiny models, good value, simple presets, mute mode, and broad availability"},{"rank":3,"product":"GE JES1072SHSS","domain":"geappliances.com","score":3,"appearances":1,"modelRanks":{"ChatGPT":3},"reason":"Very small 0.7-cu-ft body, clean stainless look, dependable basic controls, and a footprint that fits tight apartments, dorms, and office kitchens"},{"rank":4,"product":"Panasonic NN-SB458S","domain":"panasonic.com","score":2,"appearances":1,"modelRanks":{"ChatGPT":4},"reason":"Compact 0.9-cu-ft capacity, 900W output, straightforward controls, and a sturdier feel than many budget small microwaves"},{"rank":5,"product":"BLACK+DECKER EM720CB7","domain":"blackanddecker.com","score":1,"appearances":1,"modelRanks":{"ChatGPT":5},"reason":"Cheap, widely available, genuinely compact 0.7-cu-ft size, simple one-touch buttons, and good enough performance for drinks, leftovers, and frozen meals"}],"perModel":{"ChatGPT":[{"rank":1,"product":"Breville Compact Wave Soft Close","reason":"0.9-cu-ft size, 900W power, unusually quiet operation, soft-close door, polished controls, and reliable everyday reheating make it the best small-space microwave if budget allows","fix":"Lower the price"},{"rank":2,"product":"Toshiba EM925A5A-BS","reason":"Compact 0.9-cu-ft footprint, stronger 900W cooking than most tiny models, good value, simple presets, mute mode, and broad availability","fix":"Add sensor reheating"},{"rank":3,"product":"GE JES1072SHSS","reason":"Very small 0.7-cu-ft body, clean stainless look, dependable basic controls, and a footprint that fits tight apartments, dorms, and office kitchens","fix":"Increase power above 700W"},{"rank":4,"product":"Panasonic NN-SB458S","reason":"Compact 0.9-cu-ft capacity, 900W output, straightforward controls, and a sturdier feel than many budget small microwaves","fix":"Improve cooking evenness"},{"rank":5,"product":"BLACK+DECKER EM720CB7","reason":"Cheap, widely available, genuinely compact 0.7-cu-ft size, simple one-touch buttons, and good enough performance for drinks, leftovers, and frozen meals","fix":"Upgrade from 700W to 900W"}]},"missedByModel":{"ChatGPT":[{"product":"Toshiba EM131A5C-BS","reason":"better all-around microwave but too large for many small spaces"},{"product":"Whirlpool WMC20005YB","reason":"clever rounded-back corner design but too underpowered and niche"}]}}