Updated: 02 Aug 2025

10 Best compact microwaves of 2025

Updated: 02 Aug 2025

#1

Best Choice

Panasonic 32L 1100W Inverter Sensor Microwave Oven, Black (NN-ST665BQPQ)

9.9

Panasonic

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Main highlights

Precise Power Control

Add Time with One Button; When you want to heat something up a bit more after cooking or heating it; Press the button to set the heating time to produce exactly the kind of results you want

19 Preset Auto Menus for Easy Cooking; Pre-programmed cooking cycles with sensor automatically adjusts the cooking time and power levels; with a touch of a button
#2

Best Value

Russell Hobbs RHMM701R 17 Litre 700 W Red Solo Manual Microwave with 5 Power Levels, Ringer & Timer, Defrost Setting, Easy Clean

9.7

Russell Hobbs

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When the cooking cycle has finished the microwave has a handy ringer function that will sound to alert you

Once you have prepared the microwave for use, simply place your food in suitable cookware, open the door and position onto the turntable.

Compact and stylish, the RHMM701 is the perfect everyday microwave, ideal for cooking a variety of meals in minutes.
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#3

Panasonic 20L 800W Compact Microwave Oven with Auto Menus, Silver (NN-ST23QMQPQ)

9.6

Panasonic

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QUICK 30 FEATURE allows you to set or add cooking time in 30 seconds increments up to 5 minutes, by the touch of one button

ADD TIME FEATURE allows you to add cooking time during and at the end of the cooking process, by keeping the same settings

8 auto menu cooking categories, auto reheat function and 5 variable power levels
#4

Russell Hobbs RHMO10, Compact Microwave, 8 Pre-set Menus, Black

9.5

Russell Hobbs

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The Compact Microwave is a 20 litre cavity capacity microwave with a stylish mirror door finish to compliment any kitchen style

Pre-set Cooking Menus: Featuring 8 handy preset menus, to get the perfect result including; popcorn, vegetables, potato, soup, fish and pizza reheat

Comfortably fitting a standard size of dinner plate, it comes with a removable and dishwasher safe glass turn-table for easy cleaning
#5

Panasonic 20L 800W Compact Microwave Oven with Auto Menus, White (NN-ST21QWQPQ)

9.4

Panasonic

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QUICK 30 FEATURE allows you to set or add cooking time in 30 seconds increments up to 5 minutes, by the touch of one button

ADD TIME FEATURE allows you to add cooking time during and at the end of the cooking process, by keeping the same settings.

8 auto menu cooking categories, auto reheat function and 5 variable power levels.
#6

Panasonic 25L Compact Microwave Oven with 8 Auto Menus, Quick Defrost, 5 Power Levels, Child Lock, Black (NN-ST34NBQPQ)

9.2

Panasonic

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QUICK 30 FEATURE is a handy button enabling you to quickly set your cooking time. Simply press the ‘Quick 30’ button and then ‘start’ to start your reheating. Each press of the button adds an additional 30 seconds (up to a total of 5 minutes) so you can quickly get the desired cook time

ADD TIME. Another great addition to the microwave as it enables you to add extra time to your cooking, either after or while you are using the microwave to ensure you get the results you want

8 PRESET AUTO MENUS. Takes the guesswork out of cooking, with dedicated menus for; Chilled Meat, Frozen Meal, Fresh Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Fresh Fish, Potatoes, Chicken and Casserole Rice
#7

LG NeoChef 23L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven - Black

9.1

LG

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Smart Inverter Magnetron - Precise power control & more even cooking results

Sleek Minimalist Design - One piece glass front with simple touch buttons.

Anti-Bacterial EasyClean- Eliminates 99.99% of harmful bacteria
#8

Russell Hobbs 17 Litre 700W White Solo Manual Microwave With Groove Design, 5 Power Levels, Integrated Timer And Defrost Function, Easy Clean RHMM723

9.0

Russell Hobbs

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COMPACT DESIGN – This 17L microwave will fit seamlessly onto any countertop without taking up too much room

700W POWER – With plenty of power, it's super quick and convenient to cook up your favourite meals

5 POWER LEVELS INCLUDING A DEFROST SETTING - Whether you’re re-heating leftovers, cooking a jacket potato from scratch or defrosting food you can easily tailor the cooking to your needs
#9

Panasonic 25L Compact Microwave Oven 900W with 5 Power Levels, White (NN-ST34NWQPQ)

8.7

Panasonic

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Main highlights

QUICK 30 FEATURE is a handy button enabling you to quickly set your cooking time. Simply press the ‘Quick 30’ button and then ‘start’ to start your reheating. Each press of the button adds an additional 30 seconds (up to a total of 5 minutes) so you can quickly get the desired cook time

ADD TIME. Another great addition to the microwave as it enables you to add extra time to your cooking, either after or while you are using the microwave to ensure you get the results you want

8 PRESET AUTO MENUS. Takes the guesswork out of cooking, with dedicated menus for; Chilled Meat, Frozen Meal, Fresh Vegetables, Frozen Vegetables, Fresh Fish, Potatoes, Chicken and Casserole Rice
#10

Russell Hobbs RHRETMM705C 17 L 700 W Cream Compact Retro Solo Manual Microwave with 5 Power Levels, Timer, Defrost Setting, Easy Clean

8.5

Russell Hobbs

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Main highlights

compact design, ideal for kitchens with limited space

EASY CLEAN – With a wipeable painted interior and removable glass turntable which is dishwasher safe, it’s super easy to keep clean

5 microwave power levels and a defrost setting to tailor r cooking experience