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Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave vs GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave

Both are 0.9 cu ft, 900-watt countertop microwaves with 10 power levels, a turntable and a clock, so they heat food about the same. The Hamilton Beach adds 6 auto-cook menus and a child lock, and its 31,000-plus ratings average 4.5 out of 5. The GE JES1095DMBB is slightly shallower and shorter, which helps on a tight counter, and GE has the longer track record in kitchen appliances. Buy the Hamilton Beach for preset cooking and family safety; buy the GE for a compact footprint and a familiar appliance brand.

  • Choose the Hamilton Beach if you want one-touch presets for popcorn, potatoes and frozen dinners, plus a child lock.
  • Choose the GE JES1095DMBB if counter depth is tight and you want a simpler, slightly more compact 900-watt unit.

Prices

  • Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave: $18.00 at Mercari (last seen Nov 9)
  • GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave: $98.84 at Walmart (checked today)
  • Difference: the Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave is $80.84 cheaper than the GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Countertop Microwave Oven

Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave

Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Countertop Microwave Oven

4.5(31,184 ratings)
$18.00at MercariChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • One-touch presets cover popcorn, potato, pizza, beverage and frozen dinner
  • Child lock keeps kids from starting it
  • Time and weight defrost modes
  • Large base of owner ratings averaging 4.5 out of 5
  • Stainless steel exterior with interior light
Cons
  • Deeper body at 15.6 in
  • Heavier at about 35 lbs
  • Stainless finish only
  • California prop 65 warning for styrene and BPA
GE
GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave (JES1095DMBB)

GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave

GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave (JES1095DMBB)

$98.84at WalmartChecked 57 min ago
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Pros
  • Shallower 14.5 in depth fits tighter counters
  • Black stainless steel finish option
  • Simple 10-level, 900-watt operation
  • GE's long history in kitchen appliances
Cons
  • No listed auto-cook menus
  • No child lock listed
  • Few published owner ratings to judge reliability
  • Slightly taller at 11.5 in

What separates them

Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft MicrowaveGE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave
Auto-cook menus6 presets, including popcorn, potato, pizza, beverage and frozen dinnerBasic defrost and reheat functions, no listed auto menus
Child lockYes, locks the touchpadNot listed
Depth15.6 in14.5 in
Height11.06 in11.5 in
Width19.02 in19 in
Finish optionsStainless steel onlyBlack stainless steel
Power and capacity900 W, 0.9 cu ft, 10 levels900 W, 0.9 cu ft, 10 levels
Owner feedback volume4.5 out of 5 from over 31,000 ratingsNo comparable rating count given

Price history

$134.10$18.00
Nov 1Nov 10
  • Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave: lowest $18.00 on Nov 9 at Mercari.
  • GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave: lowest $98.84 on Nov 10 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave

  • WalmartNew

    In stock

    $69.00Checked 57 min ago
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  • MercariNew

    Availability unknown

    $18.00Checked Nov 9
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknown

    $60.00Checked Nov 9
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  • RV Parts GiantNew

    Availability unknown

    $86.49Checked Nov 9
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GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave

  • Acceptance Appliance CentersNew

    In stock

    $116.10Checked 57 min ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Availability unknown

    $98.84Checked 57 min ago
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  • HomeryNew

    Availability unknown

    $103.50Checked 57 min ago
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  • East Coast ApplianceNew

    Availability unknown

    $116.10Checked 57 min ago
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Specs compared

SpecHamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft MicrowaveGE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave
colorSilverStainless Steel
Depth15.6"14.5 in deep
Height11.06"11.5 in high
Width19.02"19 in wide
Wattage900 Watts900 watts
FinishStainless SteelBlack Stainless Steel
TurntableYesYes
Door OpeningSidewaySideway
FeaturesClock, Display, Turntable, DefrostClock, Turntable, Display, Defrost
actual_colorStainless steel—
size0.9 cu ft—
Cooking HighlightsTimer, Kitchen timer—
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SpecHamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft MicrowaveGE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave
Cooking ModesDefrost, 6 auto-cooking menus—
Installation TypeCountertop—
Weight35.27 lbs (assembled product)—
Power SourceElectric—
Power Highlights10 power levels—
Voltage120 V—
Cavity Capacity0.9 cu. ft.—
Control TypeTouch pad control—
Interior Size0.9 cu. ft.—
Style

What reviewers say

Hamilton Beach 0.9 cu ft Microwave

  • 4.5 / 531,184 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 across more than 31,000 ratings, buyers mostly find it a dependable small microwave for the money. Complaints center on the touch controls and the lack of sensor cooking rather than heating performance.

What people mention
  • HeatingPraisedOwners say it heats and defrosts food evenly at a steady pace.
  • SizePraisedBuyers like that it fits a dinner plate while leaving counter space free.
  • ControlsMixedThe one-touch presets are handy, but some find the touch pad stiff or slow.
  • FeaturesCriticisedSome wish it had sensor cooking instead of setting times by hand.

GE 0.9 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave

Owners of GE compact countertop microwaves generally describe them as reliable for reheating and easy to use. Common complaints center on modest power and a small cavity rather than build quality.

What people mention
  • Heating powerMixedOwners say 900 watts is fine for leftovers but slower than 1,000-watt and 1,200-watt microwaves.
  • SizeMixedThe 0.9 cu. ft. cavity suits plates and mugs but is tight for large casserole dishes.
  • Ease of usePraisedButton controls and preset functions are described as easy to learn.
  • BuildPraisedOwners report the unit holds up well with daily use.

Questions and answers

Which is better for reheating and popcorn?
They heat about the same at 900 watts in 0.9 cu ft. The Hamilton Beach is easier for popcorn because it has a dedicated one-touch preset.
Which lasts longer?
Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. The Hamilton Beach has far more owner ratings, averaging 4.5 out of 5, which is the better reliability signal here. GE has the longer appliance track record overall.
Is the Hamilton Beach worth stepping up to over the GE?
If you want auto-cook presets and a child lock, yes. If you only reheat and defrost and need a shallower unit, the GE covers it.
Will either fit under a cabinet?
Both are about 11 to 11.5 in tall and 19 in wide. The GE is 1.1 in shallower, so it clears a tight counter depth more easily. Leave vent clearance on top and sides either way.
Do both have a turntable and defrost?
Yes. Both have a glass turntable, a clock, a display and defrost, and both open from the side with a handle.
Which is better for a family with young kids?
The Hamilton Beach, because it has a child lock that disables the touchpad. The GE does not list one.

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Microwave
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Handle TypeDoor with handle—
Exterior MaterialStainless Steel—
Cooking Power900W—
Power Output900 watts—
Safety HighlightsChild Lock—
Interior LightingYes—
Capacity—0.9 cubic feet
Volume (cu. ft)—0.9
Placement—Countertop
Power (W)—900
Power Levels—10