Breville
the Smooth Wave Microwave
$400
Microwave Oven · RANK 03
Toshiba
7-in-1 Countertop Microwave Oven
Good Housekeeping's lab found this combo unit's mac-and-cheese reheat more even than every single-purpose microwave tested. Seven modes add real convection and air-fry capability, but also a steeper control learning curve.
$300 typical
EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-07-313 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-01
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance8.1/ 10
design6.0/ 10
value7.4/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
This costs more because it genuinely consolidates several cooking appliances and, unusually for a combo, Good Housekeeping found class-leading microwave heat distribution. Do not buy it merely for the seven-mode label if you need only reheating.
MATERIALS
ExteriorStainless-steel finish
Durable, heat-tolerant external surface for a multi-mode oven.
CavityNon-stick coated interior
Eases cleanup after air-frying and roasting, although it is not as durable as a stainless cavity.
Door hardwarePull handle
More direct and ergonomic than a push-button door release.
Power systemInverter electronics
Supports consistent microwave output and gentler lower-power cooking.
CRITERIA
10/10
Even Heating
Good Housekeeping found its casserole more even than every other tested model.
9/10
Power Control
Inverter system supports consistent lower-power heating.
7/10
Clear Controls
Basic controls are accessible, but seven functions add complexity.
8/10
Fit & Capacity
1.0-cu-ft cavity saves counter space but limits large casseroles.
6/10
Reliability Access
More heating systems and electronics create more potential service points; one-year warranty.
7/10
Quiet Operation
Convection/air-fry fans add noise relative to a microwave-only unit.
IDEAL FOR
- ·Small kitchens replacing several appliances
- ·Users who will use convection and air fry
- ·Measured even microwave reheating
NOT FOR
- ·People who only reheat food
- ·Large casserole households
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
Handsome stainless compact oven with a sensible handle. More modes create more controls and a steeper learning curve than a simple microwave.
LONGEVITY
One-year limited warranty; the multifunction design is space-efficient but inherently more complex to service than a microwave-only model.
PRODUCT PHOTOS
EVIDENCE (3)
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