Aussies have rated LG as the top pick in Canstar Blue’s latest microwaves ratings, with five-star ratings for durability, performance, design, features and functionality, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Our review compares microwaves on customer satisfaction, so you can find out what other Aussies think about the compared brands before you go ahead with a purchase. Think of it as like asking hundreds of your closest mates which microwave they think is best!
Canstar Blue surveyed 857 Australians for their feedback on the new microwave(s) they’ve purchased and used in the last three years.
The winning brand is the one that receives the highest overall satisfaction rating once all the scores from the overall satisfaction criteria are combined and averaged.
Find more detailed information on our Most Satisfied Customer methodology.
LG was rated five stars for durability, performance, design, features and functionality, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction. It scored four stars for value for money.
LG offers an extensive range of microwave ovens at multiple price points. Its NeoChef Smart Inverter microwaves are typically equipped with easy-touch controls, tempered glass doors, anti-bacterial interior coating and fast cooking options. The inverter technology enables more precise temperature control and even heat distribution. LG’s microwaves range in capacity from 23L to 56L.
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Panasonic was rated five stars for durability and features and functionality. It scored four stars for value for money, performance, design, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Panasonic offers a range of convection, inverter and flatbed microwave models. Many Panasonic microwaves are equipped with LED illumination, 30- second cooking functions and a turbo defrost mode. Its models range in capacity from 20L to 44L.
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Samsung scored five stars for durability. It was rated four stars for value for money, performance, design, features and functionality, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Samsung offers several microwaves with white, stainless-steel and mirror finishes. Most models feature humidity sensors, pre-set cooking modes, scratch-resistant ceramic interiors and energy-saving modes. Some models also have SmartSensor technology that sets an optimal cooking time and power.
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Anko scored five stars for value for money. It received four-star ratings for durability, performance, design, features and functionality, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Kmart’s Anko brand offers a small line of microwaves at more affordable prices . Many models feature auto-cooking menus, child safety locks, multiple power levels, clock functions and the ability to defrost by weight or time. Anko microwaves come white, black and silver colour options .
Sharp scored four stars in every category: durability, value for money, performance, design, features and functionality, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Sharp offers an extensive line of microwaves in three sizes: compact, mid-size and large. Most Sharp microwaves feature a stainless-steel exterior, favourite cooking modes, LED display, child locks, smart auto-menus and capability to extend cooking times. Sharp stocks multiple types of microwaves, with flatbed, inverter and commercial options available.
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Bellini was rated four stars for value for money, performance, features and functionality and ease of cleaning. It scored three stars for durability, design, ease of use and overall satisfaction.
Bellini has a small range of microwave ovens with stainless-steel or black exteriors. Its models commonly feature electronic control panels, glass turntables and child locks. Bellini’s 25L Digital model has a grill feature to add functionality and improve cooking times.
Morphy Richards was rated four stars for durability, value for money, ease of use and ease of cleaning. It scored three stars for performance, design, features and functionality and overall satisfaction.
The Morphy Richards microwave range features several models, with black or white colour options available. It offers a 20L model and larger 34L microwaves that have grill and convection cooking capability. Most models have inverter technology, smart defrost presets and automatic programs for express cooking.
Breville was rated four stars for durability, performance, design and features and functionality. It scored three stars for value for money, ease of use, ease of cleaning and overall satisfaction.
Breville has a small range of microwaves, each featuring an easy- clean stainless-steel design. Most models have space-saving flatbed interiors, favourite settings and instant start shortcuts. Breville’s Combi Wave model can be used as an air fryer, convection oven and traditional microwave.
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Not all brands in the market qualify for our ratings (based on minimum survey sample size), but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth considering. Here are several more brands to check out before making a purchase decision.
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