Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. People love over-the-range (OTR) microwaves ...

CR tests countertop and over-the-range models from Commercial Chef, GE, LG, and other brands Countertop microwaves are often cheaper and don't require installation ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe Over-the-range (OTR) microwaves are not notably better than good ...

Before you shop for your next microwave, here’s a takeaway from our tests: Bigger can be better. Of the 23 microwaves we recommend, all but two have a claimed capacity of 1.2 cubic feet or more.