Nostalgia Retro Yellow
Score: 64/100
Toshiba ML-EM09PA Black
Score: 65/100Rankings
The Toshiba ML-EM09PA is a compact 0.9 cu ft countertop microwave delivering up to 900 W output and featuring six preset menus, child lock, and mute mode. Its slower heating due to a measured 628 W output and limited interior size are notable drawbacks. Best suited for single users or small apartments.
The Nostalgia Retro Yellow microwave provides a compact 0.9 cu ft interior with 800 W output and a nostalgic design that fits tight countertop spaces. Its lower power and limited cooking features, such as a single speed and lack of child lock, restrict its usefulness for larger meals. Best suited for individuals or couples seeking style and basic reheating in small kitchens.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
25.5 Lbest | 25.5 Lbest | |
800 W | 900 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.3 kg | 11.29 kgbest |
— | 11best | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1,350 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 52.1 cm | 47.5 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Power Output (W) | 800 W | 900 W |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 15.3 kg | 11.29 kg |
Width (cm) | 52.1 cm | 47.5 cm |
Height (cm) | 29.2 cm | 27.2 cm |
Depth (cm) | 41.9 cm | 37.3 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Toshiba ML2-EM09PA(BS) for its quiet mute function, compact size, and convenient preset menus, but they criticize its slower heating due to a measured 628 W output and the limited chamber capacity that struggles with larger dishes. Uniformity concerns and the lack of inverter technology are also highlighted as downsides.
Everyday users appreciate the microwave's easy one-touch operation, quiet mute mode, and space-saving dimensions, finding it handy for reheating drinks and small snacks. Common complaints focus on the small interior, slower cooking compared to higher-wattage units, fingerprint-prone exterior, and occasional uneven heating.
