Chefman Countertop Microwave Oven 0.7 Cu. Ft., 700 Watts with 10 Power Levels, 6 Cooking Presets with One-Touch Express Cook, Eco Mode, Child Safety Lock, & Mute Button - Black

I bought this microwave primarily because, after 75 years of commercial availability, the intelligence level of our society has collapsed to the point that it intersects with the mad rush to have the government regulate everything. Now, microwave ovens are required to have childproof locks on the doors—even in households and other environments that never see children. This model has the idiocracy built right into the handle, letting me trigger the childproof feature in the same step I use to open the door. It allows me to pretend we don’t live in a dystopian world ruled by bureaucrats. All the other microwave ovens I looked at use a two-step process that would only frustrate people who just want to open a darn microwave door. This model comes with a warning sticker on the door explaining how to open it. If you're a landlord or have a VRBO, you'll want to leave the sticker on because otherwise somebody is going to rip the handle off trying to get the door open, or maybe even go the nuclear option and try to pry it open with a knife. People aren't going to stand there trying to solve a microwave rubicks cube at the expense of their Hot Pocket getting cold. Even when it's for the children! I have no doubt this microwave is actually using all 700 watts of its rated power. It outcooks the 700-watt Sunbeam it replaced—the little ray of sunshine that opened either by pulling the door or pressing the huge “open” button, without any needless bureaucratic hurdles or handles standing in the way. A microwave oven from a more civilized age. My only major complaint about this microwave is that the keypad requires superhuman strength in the fingers to register that a button has been pressed. I recommend putting your shoulder into it and letting your body weight do the work to avoid getting an injury. The microwave needs to be up against a wall to use it because the force required to use the keypad will push the microwave back until there is something to stop it, and then you need to keep pushing until it beeps. And if you want, for example, to hold the "4" button down for it automatically start for 4 minutes instead of pressing 4-0-0-start, you have to maintain Herculean pressure against the 4 button for several strenuous seconds, straining to keep your knuckles from buckling like you're trying to hold an entire set of encyclopedias against the wall using only the strength from a single finger. And I mean all the encyclopedias. From A to Z. It's easier to do 4-0-0-start so frankly that feature requiring the encyclopedia maneuver is worthless. I suppose the manufacturer is trying to future-proof their microwaves against full-blown microwave tyranny, where even the buttons would have to be childproof, because frankly, these buttons already are. The microwave works well, it looks sleek, it is the proper size and noise level for it's wattage, it needs to be up against a wall, and the child-proof door opening mechanism is the best in it's class.

The Chefman Countertop Microwave has officially become the most reliable member of my kitchen. At 0.7 cubic feet, it doesn't dominate the counter — it just quietly handles business. The 700 watts heat things up at a respectable pace, and the 10 power levels mean I'm not nuking my leftovers into a science experiment anymore. Six cooking functions cover everything from quick reheating to defrosting without requiring an engineering degree to operate. The controls are intuitive, the interior is easy to clean, and the compact footprint works even in a modest kitchen setup. I've had microwaves that behaved like divas — this one just shows up and performs. Consistent, reliable, and no drama. For an apartment, dorm, office, or any space where counter real estate is precious, the Chefman delivers. Solid investment.

I bought this microwave for a small apartment, and it's been exactly what I needed. Despite its compact size, it has plenty of room for reheating leftovers, making popcorn, or warming up frozen meals. It doesn't take up much counter space, which is a huge plus in a smaller kitchen. The controls are simple and straightforward, and I like that there are quick-start buttons for common cooking times. It heats food evenly for everyday use, and the door opens and closes smoothly without feeling cheap. At 700 watts, it may take a little longer than larger, more powerful microwaves, but that's expected and hasn't been an issue for me. It's quiet, reliable, and has performed consistently since I started using it. Overall, this is an excellent microwave if you're looking for something affordable, compact, and dependable. It's a great choice for apartments, dorm rooms, offices, or anyone who doesn't need a full-size model. Highly recommended!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’m very happy with this microwave! It works great, heats food quickly and evenly, and is very easy to use. The size is perfect and it looks nice in my kitchen. So far, it has been working perfectly and I’m very satisfied with my purchase. Definitely recommend it!

Small, compact, and doesn't pull too many watts. Exactly what I needed. If I pull more than a thousand watts where I'm renting, the lights start to flicker and I'm at risk of tripping a breaker. This is absolutely a great option for exactly that setup. It takes up very little space atop my mini fridge and runs well below the threshold that I need it to be at. It does take longer but is not an issue for home use.

This is a great smaller microwave oven. Great size, lots of room inside for a 10" dinner plate, and easy to operate. I also like the white interior. Also good weight so it doesn't slide when you open it. Great buy!!

Works good for what I need. I cook alot and dont use the microwave much. But its small enough and works well. I like the lock feature on the door.

Heats well, I haven’t experienced any problems with the child proof lock and like that there is no beeping when done heating. It is a little noisy when running. It is a good microwave for the price.

I would def. buy this again, very compact doesn't take up alot of space would be great for dorm room, I use it in my home I don't have alot of space but I don't use it for large items so works perfect, would def. recommend it

Ce micro-ondes Chefman de 0,3 m³ (environ 20 litres) est une excellente option pour ceux qui cherchent un appareil compact sans sacrifier la puissance. Voici mon retour après test : ​- Format idéal : La taille correspond exactement à la description. Il ne prend pas trop de place sur le plan de travail, ce qui est parfait pour les petites cuisines ou les studios. ​- Performance de chauffe : Avec ses 900 Watts, il chauffe rapidement et uniformément. Les 10 niveaux de puissance permettent d'ajuster la cuisson avec précision selon les besoins. ​- Fonctionnalités : L’appareil offre de nombreuses options et préréglages (popcorn, pomme de terre, etc.) qui facilitent l'usage quotidien. Le mode Éco est également un ajout appréciable pour limiter la consommation d'énergie. ​- Sécurité enfant (Le gros point fort) : Installé sur un plan de travail à hauteur des enfants chez moi, la fonction de verrouillage de sécurité est un vrai plus indispensable qui apporte une grande tranquillité d'esprit. ​Le petit bémol : Le seul point de frustration est l'absence d'une fonction "démarrage rapide" (type touche +30 secondes instantanée dès la première pression) que l'on retrouve souvent sur d'autres modèles. Il faut ici effectuer une ou deux manipulations supplémentaires pour lancer la chauffe. ​En résumé : Un appareil robuste, esthétique et très sécurisant, idéal pour un usage familial quotidien malgré l'absence de raccourci rapide.

Powerful for the money I’m not too sure. I’m in love with the child proof handle that you have to push it up before you open it. You get used to just opening the door and this one you have to remember to push it up. It’s on top of my fridge in my shack kitchen outside and it’s difficult to reach that far to open that door but definitely keeping it. It’s the right size and it has lots of power.

Big space I love it

Absolute piece of garbage. Doesn’t heat anything. Bought a few months ago. For my service truck at work. Finally set up and went to use today. Turns on sounds fine table turns properly. Zero heat. So I’ll just eat cold leftovers and never give chefman a dime again. Return window closed. Only option is to go back and forth with company directly. No thanks I’ll just buy elsewhere and steer as many people away from these people as I can. I’ll buy locally where human interaction exists. Done with it.