Toshiba EM131A5C-BS
Score: 67/100
Galanz Retro Microwave Oven
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Galanz GLCMKZ07BER07 combines a retro blue look with a 0.7 cu ft cavity and 700 W power, featuring many auto-cook presets. It is limited by low power and small capacity, without sensor or convection features. Suitable for renters or tiny-home dwellers seeking a stylish, space-saving microwave.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
34 Lbest | 19.8 L | |
1,000 Wbest | 700 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 15.7 kg | 9.2 kgbest |
10best | 10best | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 52.07 cm | 44.5 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 32.51 cm | 24.1 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Capacity (L) | 34 L | 19.8 L |
Features(1) | ||
Sensor Cooking | true | false |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Power Output (W) | 1000 W | 700 W |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 15.7 kg | 9.20 kg |
Width (cm) | 52.07 cm | 44.5 cm |
Height (cm) | 32.51 cm | 24.1 cm |
Depth (cm) | 43.43 cm | 35.6 cm |
Display(1) | ||
Display Type | Digital | LED display with clock and timer |
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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”
“quick access to commonly used settings”
Professional reviewers commend the GLCMKZ07BER07 for its eye-catching retro aesthetics, unusually large turntable for a compact unit, and user-friendly preset menus, making it an excellent fit for renters and tiny-home dwellers. However, they caution that the modest 700 W output and limited 0.7 cu ft capacity restrict its usefulness for larger households or tasks that demand higher power or convection capabilities.
Everyday users consistently praise the microwave's nostalgic styling, bright color options, and straightforward LED interface, noting that the preset programs simplify everyday cooking. The most common criticism centers on the small interior volume, which many feel limits meal size, and the modest power level that can lengthen cooking times.
