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Saturday, January 28th
Almost every homeowner in America has had a Maytag appliance, from fridges and other kitchen electrics to clothing care and more. Originally started over 100 years ago and now part of the Whirlpool brand family, this brand seeks to be one you trust when it's time to buy a new microwave.
Not much to choose from
You're not going to be overly impressed with Maytag's selection of microwave ovens. At the time of our most recent shopping trip, we found just six total choices: one countertop and the rest over-the-range styles. On the positive side, none of them were priced over $725, and almost all of them had plenty of customer reviews - with an average of about 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Just the basic features
Maytag's most popular microwave, coming in with over 1000 ratings, is the Over-the-Range with Stainless Steel Cavity (1.7 cu.ft.). Priced at a decidedly affordable $349, this model has an easily-cleaned interior and a charcoal odor filter to keep smells out of your kitchen. No, it doesn't come with any cool "smart" features (other than the push-button opening instead of a handle), but almost 95% of buyers would recommend it to other customers.
Lots of rebates
Another perk with Maytag is rebates. Almost every time we're shopping for appliances, Maytag is the brand that has some special offer that gets us some money back. If you've decided that one of their microwave ovens is right for your kitchen, be sure to see if there are any current rebates - and then follow the redemption instructions carefully to get your cash back (or gift card, or whatever form your rebate may take).
Decent warranties
How about warranty coverage? Maytag doesn't spell it out in the product information, but from what we can tell, most models have a 10-year limited warranty on the magnetron at a minimum plus sometimes on the interior (specifically if it's stainless steel). Be sure to look for that information on the retailer's site before making your purchase - and don't be afraid to purchase an extended warranty if that coverage is offered.
Good company reputation
In terms of reputation, Maytag shares the "A+" rating earned by parent company Whirlpool. That's always a plus. And, with hundreds (or even thousands) of customer ratings on Maytag microwaves that say they're good products that get the job done, that's extra reassurance that you'll be happy with your purchase here.
Reliable choice though lacking in selection
We give Maytag microwaves a better-than-average rating for customer satisfaction. The brand comes up a little short with respect to selection - you won't see anything cutting-edge or luxury-level in their inventory - but you might find the right appliance at the right price with Maytag.
For most of us, it's hard to imagine a kitchen without a microwave. Who heats up water for cocoa on the stove or reheats an entire meal in the oven anymore? A novelty in most homes in the 1980s, these appliances have become so common that it takes you aback when you don't see one in the kitchen - or even at the office.
Microwave oven styles have come a long way from the bulky countertop appliances of the past. Yes, you can still get models like that - after all, a dorm room isn't going to have a place to install a microwave - but the majority of kitchens now include a ready-made space under the cabinets or over the range just for a microwave. Today's more modern homes may incorporate microwave ovens as built-ins that match the oven and the refrigerator with pull-down doors, or even as a pull-out drawer in a kitchen island.
While some people have held onto concerns that microwave ovens might be unsafe because of the way they cook food, those fears are unfounded. Manufacturers go to great lengths to make sure that the biggest risk of using a microwave oven is when people eat their food before it cools off a bit (we've all done that breathy-mouth-thing when we just couldn't wait for that delicious snack to be ready - and regretted it for days afterwards).
Not only have microwave designs expanded, but their capabilities have grown too. Convection for faster cooking, air fryer functions, and voice controls are just a few features that may "wow" you, especially if you're replacing a trusty old model that finally gave up the ghost after a decade or more of faithful food-cooking service in your home.
With so many options, where do you start? Walk yourself through this checklist as you figure out which microwave oven and brand are right for you:
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