Whirlpool Review

Saturday, January 28th

2023 Microwave Oven Reviews

Whirlpool

• 22 microwave oven models to choose from (countertop, over-the-range, built-in)
• Prices range from $116 to $979
• In business for over 100 years
• "A+" rated and accredited by the BBB

The Whirlpool brand family is extensive, starting with the flagship company in 1911 and expanding over the years to incorporate other businesses (many of which you'll see separately in our microwave oven reviews). Most homes these days have had a Whirlpool appliance at some point: a washer, dryer, refrigerator, range, or a microwave oven.

Affordable free-standing styles

Need a simple microwave that gets the job done? Whirlpool has three countertop models under $200 that fit the description, even one with a 1.1 cu.ft. capacity. You still won't pay an arm and a leg if you need a bigger free-standing microwave, though: we spotted a 2.2 cu.ft. option with 1200 watts of cooking power for $379.

Some good features for less than $1,000

Then again, maybe it's your big day to upgrade and you want the most tricked-out microwave that Whirlpool has to offer. At the time of this evaluation, that was the 1.9 cu.ft. Smart Over-the-Range Microwave with Scan-to-Cook Technology, priced at $979. Ever seen a microwave with a touchscreen before? It can learn your family's cooking habits and suggest presets based on your favorites. And, for anyone with visual challenges, this microwave also has a proximity sensor that adjusts the display size based on the distance of the person nearby.

Not as many high-end options available

That may come up a little short if you're looking at what "tricked out" means with other brands: usually air fryer capabilities, convection cooking, and a stainless steel interior, at a minimum. Whirlpool is not the brand for you if you want the absolute most cutting-edge technology in your microwave, to be honest.

Perfect score with the BBB

But, we still give Whirlpool a solid ranking among microwave oven brands. Why? First off, the company gets an "A+" and accreditation from the Better Business Bureau. That's not a given in this industry, so it's worth mentioning because it means you can count on the company to handle problems appropriately.

Customers say these microwaves are reliable

Our other reason is the thousands of five-star reviews we found on a wide range of Whirlpool microwave ovens. For example, on a fairly basic over-the-range model with 1.7 cu.ft. capacity and 10 power levels, there were more than 6700 customer ratings with an average of 4.6 stars. Not only are these appliances popular, but they go the distance in terms of customer satisfaction. That's important because, from the looks of it, most Whirlpool microwaves only have a one-year warranty - so you want it to be well-made for maximum longevity, and customer feedback seems to indicate you'll get that here.

Good overall choice for basic microwave ovens

Whirlpool isn't going to make your jaw drop with some incredible new feature or have you bragging about how cool your microwave is. Is that really necessary? Not if you want a reliable appliance at a great price point - from a company that has an excellent reputation like Whirlpool does. You should shop with another brand if you need convection cooking or an air fryer capability, but for a traditional microwave that works, Whirlpool is a solid choice.