Empava Over the Range Microwave Oven with Screen Touch Control
- Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
- 1.7 cu ft
- 1000 watts
- Touch
A functional over-the-range replacement with real venting power, but quality control has been inconsistent enough to warrant checking the unit closely on delivery.
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How it ranks among the 37 over-the-range microwave ovens we track
4.2★ across 71 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
71 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 37 over-the-range microwave ovens we track - how the scorecard works · full over-the-range microwave ovens data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Empava EMPV-30OTR01 is a 1000-watt over-the-range microwave with a 1.7 cu ft interior, 300 CFM venting fan, and sensor cooking, built to replace an existing over-range unit rather than sit as a standalone appliance.
As a range-hood replacement, fit and finish during installation matter more than usual, and reviews are split: several buyers describe a straightforward two-person install and years of trouble-free use, while others received units with cosmetic cracks or a rotating platter and start button that never worked correctly. Anyone buying this needs the venting fan to actually work, not just the microwave features, since it's the reason to choose an over-the-range unit at all.
- 1.7 cu ft interior, 1000 watts
- Two-speed 300 CFM venting fan
- 30-second express cooking, child lock
- 2-year US manufacturer warranty
Who it's for
Suits homeowners replacing an existing over-the-range microwave who need working venting and don't mind handling installation with a second person. Not a fit for anyone who can't tolerate the small risk of a defective unit on arrival, since at least one buyer received two faulty units in a row.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Long-term owners report years of reliable, quiet daily use and describe installation as manageable with two people. Against that, multiple reviewers received units with problems out of the box, including a light that wouldn't turn off, a start button that didn't work, a rotating platter that never stopped, and cosmetic cracks or dents on arrival.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 300 CFM fan actually vents the cooktop below
- Pre-programmed sensor menus for common foods
- Large display numbers noted as easy to read
- Reported to run quietly once working correctly
- Some units arrived with a stuck-on light or dead start button
- Cosmetic cracks or dents reported on delivery
- Installation generally needs two people
- Quality control appears inconsistent between units
Performance notes
The 300 CFM venting fan pulls smoke and steam from the cooktop below, a job standalone countertop microwaves can't do. Sensor cooking and pre-programmed auto menus, including popcorn, potato, veggies, and pizza, handle common reheating without manual time entry. Reviewers who kept a working unit report years of reliable daily use, quiet operation, and quick heating.
Specifications
| Brand | Empava |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15 × 29.9 × 15.7 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 12.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.7 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Heating Method | Electromagnetic Radiation |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 11 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 1000 Watts |
| Power Consumption | 1000 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Turntable |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Cooking Program | Sensor Cooking |
| Item Type Name | in Stainless Steel, EMPV-30OTR01 |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Additional Features | Child Safety Lock, Digital Control, One Touch Button, Timer, Turntable |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in over-the-range microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empava Over the Range Microwave Oven with Screen Touch ControlThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 71 | 3.8 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER EM044KB19 Over The Range Microwave Oven with One TouchBLACK+DECKER | 4.4 / 5 | 12,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Farberware Over-the-Range Microwave OvenFarberware | 4.4 / 5 | 1,190 | 4.3 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE FFMV1846VS 30" Stainless Steel Over The Range Microwave with 1.8 cu. ft.…Frigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 769 | 4.3 / 5 |
| COSMO COS-2413ORM1SS 24 in. Stellar Collection 1.34 cu. ft. Over the Range Microwave in…COSMO | 4.4 / 5 | 486 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Empava over-the-range microwave ovens
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Empava EMPV-30OTR01 vent to outside the house?
It runs a two-speed 300 CFM fan system designed to vent cooktop smoke and steam, standard for an over-the-range microwave.
How long is the warranty on this Empava microwave?
Empava backs it with a 2-year US-based manufacturer warranty, double the industry norm cited in the listing.
Can one person install this microwave alone?
Reviewers generally recommend two people for installation given its size and over-the-range mounting.