TOSHIBA Small Microwave Oven with 11 Power Levels
- Compact Microwave Oven
- 0.7 cu ft
- 700 watts
- Touch
A genuinely quiet, small-footprint microwave for light use, with real control over beeps and display brightness, at the cost of slower cook times than higher wattage models.
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How it ranks among the 16 compact microwave ovens we track
4.2★ across 259 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
259 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
This is a 700 watt, 0.7 cubic foot compact microwave with 11 power levels, six auto-cook menu buttons, ChefDefrost, and a sound-off eco mode. It suits small kitchens, dorms, and apartments where counter space is tight and full oven power is not required.
Reviewers keep pointing to two things: the beep can be switched off entirely, and the display can be dimmed, which matters if this sits in a bedroom or small apartment. Because output tops out at 700 watts, cook times run longer than a full-size 1000W+ microwave, and the child lock holds the door shut until the unit finishes beeping out its cycle, which several owners found inconvenient without kids in the house.
- 0.7 cu ft cavity, 9.6 inch turntable
- 700W output, 1020W input power
- ChefDefrost and 6 auto-cook menus
- Sound on/off and eco mode controls
Who it's for
Fits people replacing a bulky over-range unit with something quieter and smaller, including college students, RV owners, and anyone wanting a secondary microwave for a break room or camper. Not the pick for households that reheat large plates or need fast full power.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners consistently praise the ability to silence the beep and dim the display, and most say it fits typical dishware despite the compact size. Complaints center on the child lock forcing a wait before the door unlocks, one report of the housing getting hot on top during a long cook, and the popcorn setting running short for a full bag.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Beep tone and display can both be switched off
- ChefDefrost speeds up thawing versus standard defrost
- 11 power levels plus six auto-cook menu buttons
- Small enough for tight counter space
- Lower wattage means longer cook times than full-size units
- Child lock keeps the door shut until the full beep sequence ends
- Display runs bright before you turn it down
- Cavity is too small for large platters
Performance notes
The 700 watt output (1020W draw) means recipes written for 1000W+ microwaves will need extra time. ChefDefrost is built to cut defrosting time versus the standard defrost cycle while keeping food texture more even. The 9.6 inch turntable and 11.8 x 11.7 x 8.1 inch cavity fit a dinner plate, mugs, and a small casserole dish, but large platters will not turn freely.
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | MM-EM07PA(BK) |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 12.2 × 17.1 × 9.5 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 9.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.7 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Defrost |
| Heating Method | microwave radiation |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 700 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 11 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Glass |
| Inner Material | glass |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Microwave Rack |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Item Type Name | TOSHIBA Small Microwave Oven with 11 Power Levels, ChefDefrost, Sound On/Off & Eco Mode, 0.7 Cu Ft, 700W, Black, MM-EM07PA(BK) |
| Cooking Program | Defrost, Keep Warm, Preheat, Reheat, Soften |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Additional Features | Child Safety Lock, Defrost, Eco Mode, Express Cook, One Touch Button |
| Frequency | 2.45 GHz |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOSHIBA Small Microwave Oven with 11 Power LevelsThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 259 | 3.7 / 5 |
| COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/OffCOMFEE' | 4.4 / 5 | 28,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Farberware 1.1 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave OvenFarberware | 4.4 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| 1.6 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave Oven in WhiteMagic Chef | 4.4 / 5 | 403 | 4.2 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE EMW788RETRO 0.7 cu. ft. Retro MicrowaveFrigidaire | 4.2 / 5 | 480 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the TOSHIBA MM-EM07PA(BK)
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Toshiba MM-EM07PA(BK) loud when it beeps?
The beep tone can be turned off completely through the control panel, and several owners run it silent.
Will this microwave fit a full dinner plate?
Reviewers report it fits a standard dinner plate, mugs, and a small casserole dish, though the 0.7 cu ft cavity limits large platters.
Does the child lock cause problems without kids at home?
Some owners found it forces you to wait through the full beep cycle before the door unlocks, which can feel like an unwanted delay.