Best countertop microwaves with 1200 watts

Top pick: Toshiba ML-EM62P (SS) Large Countertop Microwave — a true 1200-watt countertop with sensor cooking, express-cook keys and preset menus, so reheating and defrosting are one-touch rather than guesswork. Stainless finish, roomy enough for dinner plates.

Who the others suit:

• Panasonic NN-SN67KS — if you want Panasonic's inverter-style even heating in a compact 1.2 cu ft body.
• 2.2 CuFt 1200-Watt (Walmart) — if you cook for a family and want the biggest cavity.
• LG 1.5 cu ft — if you want a bit more power (1,250 W) and a mid-size stainless box.
• Comfee' — if you want the most watts for the least money, in a small 0.9 cu ft footprint.
• BrandsMart 1.6 cu ft models — if you want a mid-size 1200-watt unit with 10 power levels.

All are countertop models at or above 1200 watts.