Toshiba EM131A5C-BS
Score: 67/100
Farberware Classic Microwave
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Toshiba EM131A5C-BS is a 1.2 cu ft countertop microwave praised for its smart sensor and ECO mode. Its heavy build and absence of inverter or convection limit flexibility. Best suited for families that value sensor precision over compact size.
The Farberware FMO07AHTBKJ is a budget-friendly 0.9 cu ft microwave offering basic reheating and defrost functions with LED lighting. Its low power and limited interior space reduce cooking speed and dish size flexibility. Best for small apartments or dorm rooms where cost and compactness matter most.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
34 Lbest | 25 L | |
1,000 Wbest | 900 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.7 kg | 0.454 kgbest |
10best | 10best | |
120 Vbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 52.07 cm | 48.51 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 32.51 cm | 29.21 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Capacity (L) | 34 L | 25 L |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Power Output (W) | 1000 W | 900 W |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 15.7 kg | 0.4536 kg |
Width (cm) | 52.07 cm | 48.51 cm |
Height (cm) | 32.51 cm | 29.21 cm |
Depth (cm) | 43.43 cm | 40.39 cm |
Display(1) | ||
Display Type | Digital | LED |
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Professional reviewers commend the Toshiba EM131A5C-BS for its strong heating performance, intuitive sensor cooking, and convenient features such as mute, ECO mode, and a clear digital display. They acknowledge its solid build and suitability for family-sized meals, but note the medium capacity and absence of inverter or convection technology limit its versatility for larger or more specialized cooking tasks.
Everyday users praise the microwave for delivering evenly heated, moist food thanks to the sensor, fitting standard 12-inch pizzas, and offering a quiet, stylish design that blends into modern kitchens. Recurring complaints focus on its bulky size, heavy weight, occasional sensor misfires, and the lack of advanced power control or convection capabilities.
“reliable staple”
“perfect veggies”
Professional reviewers find the Farberware FMO07AHTBKJ surprisingly capable for its budget class, emphasizing its even heating, strong defrost performance, and reliable hot-pocket results despite the modest 700 W output. The model's simplicity, safety lock, and memory function are praised, while the lower wattage is noted as a trade-off for speed.
Everyday users appreciate the microwave's compact size, interior lighting, and safety lock, rating its value and construction highly. Common criticism centers on the slower cooking speed and limited interior height, with some users feeling the capacity is too small for larger meals.
