Bella 700-Watt Compact Microwave Oven, 0.7 Cubic Feet, White with Chrome

*************Update*********My original review is below but I wanted to add some things via an update as of 10/2017:This microwave is still going strong. Please keep in mind, this is indeed a budget microwave that I bought because I didn't have the cash at the time to buy one that was twice the price. I've got a family of 5 and that means a microwave gets somewhat of a beating on a regular basis. Here is how it has held up since December:It is actually looking pretty good for all the usage it's seen in its life (not a year just yet but will be in December). Knock on wood...no issues with heating or anything of the sort. Something that I would like to add is that I really dislike the timing function on the microwave. I used that a ton on my last one but I really don't utilize it because it is a bit of a pain. Keep that in mind if that is important to you. Also, the buttons definitely take a firmer press than my previous microwave but with all the usage it is seeing, how it has held up and the value, I consider this a good budget buy for anyone in a similar situation.******Update******After my microwave of a decade unceremoniously died during a round of cooking some potatoes, I had realized microwaves had changed a little since I last bought one but not too much... Still, I had some research to do.I found one microwave that looked beautiful, right price and larger but the reviews were marred with exploding glass...not good! That led me to this one and I'll admit, the reviews helped; thank you!Here is what I think thus far:This is a lot more powerful than I anticipated and more so than my last one (a GE of the same size). It took 1.25 minutes to get a cup of water boiling whereas my last microwave took over 2 minutes. NICE! This Bella microwave (I got the white version) looks nice and even though it has a pull to open door, it doesn't move for me and stays put. If not, it'd be going back for sure.Pros (some subjective):Looks good (this is the subjective one)Heats quickly for me (your mileage may vary if you had an expensive one before)Has a turntableClock is niceHas adjustable cooking cycles (manual has good info)Auto defrost functionPrice is alright and fairSmall footprint on the counter (I've got a small kitchen so this is good for me)Cons:Door is a pull to openIf something occurs or goes badly, I'll update my review. If you've got any questions, I'll be happy to assist.

While this microwave over works okay for what I use it for -- it might not be so great for someone who needs a microwave often and has to use it everyday. You have to hold onto the body of the microwave to open it and also push the buttons. Everything works hard on this microwave. You have to push very hard on the buttons to make it work -- but for my purposes (only once a week) it is okay for me.

I love the size and the 700 watts. I just need it to warm stuff up and I don't want my breakers tripping. I do love the style so much I bought the Bella coffee and toaster.

You do NOT have to use two hands to open the door as many have said. You just open the door with your left hand and push your thumb of the SAME hand against the body edge of the unit and the door opens up without moving the microwave.The buttons are NOT hard to press as many have said. Just take the protective plastic off the touchpad and the buttons are more sensitive. The color is NOT screwed up as many have said. They just forgot to take the plastic shrink wrap off the unit which makes it look weird until you do. The unit is much quieter than my last 700 watt unit. My MAIN gripe is that since I replaced my old 700 Watt unit with this 700 Watt unit, and it appeared to have the same dimensions, I assumed I could fit the same sized bowls in this new one. Nope. My pasta dish that is designed to hold one pound of pasta won't fit into this oven but it DID fit into my old Goldstar (now LG) microwave oven. It has all the same functions as my old one. You can adjust heat settings for more even but slower cooking (important to me since I like things heated up evenly) If you read the manual once, you'll be good to go. Some reviewers said that some of the buttons didn't work. WRONG. Read the manual once and you will learn how to use it. This isn't rocket science. I didn't need to read the manual, but I did because so many reviewers were complaining about things that just aren't true and I decided to see if the manual explained them. It does.This heats at the same speed as my old 700 watt unit. I think people who are saying that it doesn't heat very well are comparing it to much more powerful units.Some people said it's a nice looking microwave. HUH? It looks like a cheap piece of junk LOL. But, I don't care about the looks.The BIG issue for me is that even though this is a 700 Watt unit (the same as my old one) and it has approximately the same dimensions, the interior is smaller. One big bowl that I always used will NOT fit in this thing.So, 3 stars.If it lasts, it's a great buy. If it dies, I WILL update this review.I use a microwave daily so we shall see.

I have had this microwave for just one week. It's a nice size for my small kitchen but the interior is very small compared to the last compact microwave I had (Sharp). An average size dinner plate just fits, anything larger will not. But it is more powerful than my last oven and seems to cook the food evenly. Two things that I don't like: you have to push the buttons really hard! Maybe its a safety feature, but so annoying I considered returning it. Plus, when you push the buttons (hard), or pull on the door handle, the oven slides on the counter. So you have to hold the oven with one hand while pressing the buttons or opening the door. I pretty much solved this problem by putting a rubber mat underneath it. It is pretty (I have the white) and the perfect size, so I will just have to get used to the stubborn buttons.

Very good product for the low price. You have to was it a few seconds longer for the 700 watt microwave but this is not an issue with me. This small pretty model fits perfectly on my counter with my other white and silver appliances and it serves all of my microwaving needs. Note: the handle is not a solid metal but chrome colored and it has to be grasped from the left side using your left hand - this took little getting used to. Nevertheless, I am very happy with this purchase.

This is great for heating a single thing at a time. Heating up a plate of food or a cup of water. It is not super powerful (~700W) but does the job just fine.

Nice for apt.

Instead of getting the item pictured . I received a whole different microwave . I posted a photo showing the one I received. I am very disappointed.

The microwave was a bit smaller than expected, even though measurements are given. But it's a great little microwave.

Very nice quality and price

So disappointed in this product. I have had microwave for 2 months and it died on me and it's not used frequently.

Works well, great for the price

Looks and size good, woefully underpowered

Super cute, perfect for a dorm or apartment, has all the necessary features at a good price.

The Bella 700 watt Microwave Oven has so far matched my expectations .The Microwave Oven fits great in my small kitchen and heats food a little quicker than the 700 watt Kenmore...