TOSHIBA Countertop Microwave Oven 1.2 Cu Ft
- Capacity: 1.2 cu ft
- Wattage: 1000 watts
- Turntable Diameter: 12.4 inches
- Heating Method: Microwave
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, quiet microwave with a real child safety latch, worth it if you can adapt to a stop button placed right under the cook-time key.
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ASIN: B076VB5JFQModel: EM131A5CCategory: Countertop Microwave Ovens
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Overview
This 1.2 cu ft, 1000-watt countertop microwave uses a humidity sensor that reads steam to adjust cook time automatically, sized for an apartment kitchen or break room rather than a full family kitchen.
The listing text calls it 1100 watts in one place while the attribute spec lists 1000 watts output with 1600 watts input; 1000W is the number that matches the model's rated spec sheet. The console layout draws one recurring complaint: the stop button sits directly under the cook-time button.
- 1.2 cu ft interior, 12.4 inch turntable
- 10 manual power levels
- 6 preset auto-cook menus
- Digital clock and countdown timer display
Who it's for
Fits anyone replacing a failing microwave in a small kitchen or office who wants a child-resistant door and a quiet operating mode. Less suited to a large family that wants a bigger interior or a control layout that doesn't require relearning button positions.
Pros and cons
- Child-resistant door latch, not a simple pull
- Mute function silences all beeps
- Humidity sensor adjusts cook time automatically
- Stop button sits directly under cook-time button
- Sensor mode runs slower than manual timing
- Defrost reported as inconsistent by some owners
Where it stands among countertop microwave ovens
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 19 countertop microwave ovens lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 100 countertop microwave ovens we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | EM131A5C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Turntable Diameter | 12.4 inches |
| Item Weight | 34.6 poundshigher than 61% of 32 countertop microwave ovens |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16 × 20.6 × 11.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.2 cu fthigher than 61% of 94 countertop microwave ovens |
| Heating Method | Microwave |
| Defrost System Type | Defrost |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Power Consumption | 1100 wattshigher than 57% of 64 countertop microwave ovens |
| Energy Consumption | 1550 wattshigher than 95% of 67 countertop microwave ovens |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Programs | 10 |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Frequency | 0 MHz |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Additional Features | ECO+Mute, Humidity Sensor |
Closest rivals on specs
GE GCST11N1WSS Compact Countertop Microwave 1.1 Cu Ft- Item Weight 34.6 vs 30 pounds (+15%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the actual wattage of the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS?
The spec sheet lists 1000 watts of microwave output power with 1600 watts of input power; some marketing copy elsewhere says 1100 watts, but 1000W matches the model's rated output.
Can I run the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS silently?
Yes, holding the number 8 key for a few seconds disengages the beeps for a mute mode.