Best High-End Microwaves Over $500
High-end microwaves are a different category entirely. Built-in and drawer models require precise cutout dimensions, professional installation, and matching cabinetry. At this tier you get flush installation, premium finishes, sensor cooking, convection, and serious build quality. Dimensions and clearances are especially critical here — a misfit at $800 is a painful return.
Typical wattage
1100–1250W
Installation types
Built-in, Drawer, OTR
Key feature
Flush cabinetry fit
Critical step
Measure cutout before ordering
- ✓ Built-in and drawer models require an exact cabinet cutout — take three measurements and verify against the spec sheet.
- ✓ Most premium models include a trim kit to cover the gap between the unit and cabinet face — confirm it's included or priced separately.
- ✓ Convection and sensor cooking are nearly standard at this tier; inverter technology is a worthwhile differentiator for even heating.
- ✓ Stainless interiors are easier to clean and more durable than painted cavities — worth confirming in spec sheets.
131 models in this guide
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131 microwaves found
Café
CVM519P2PS1 (1.9 cu ft), otr
19" Wx18" Hx30" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
0"
Vent Gap
GE
PEB7227ANDD (2.2 cu ft), built-in
24 1/8" Wx19 3/4" Hx19 3/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0.5"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
LG
MHEC1737F (1.7 cu ft), otr
29 15/16" Wx16 7/16" Hx15 1/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
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0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
0"
Vent Gap
Café
CVM521P2MS1 (2.1 cu ft), otr
19" Wx18" Hx30" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
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0"
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0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
0"
Vent Gap
Cosmo
COS-12MWDBK-NH (1.2 cu ft), drawer
23 5/8" Wx15" Hx23 7/8" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
Cosmo
COS-12MWDSS-NH (1.2 cu ft), drawer
24" Wx15" Hx25" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
Forno
FMWDR3000-30BLK (1.2 cu ft), drawer
30" Wx15 7/8" Hx22 1/2" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
GE
JK3800SHSS (1.7 cu ft), built-in
26 3/4" Wx42 3/8" Hx26 7/8" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0.5"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
KoolMore
KM-MD-1BSS (1.2 cu ft), drawer
25 1/8" Wx14 7/8" Hx23 5/8" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
⚡Requires dedicated 20A circuit
ZLINE
MWD-1 (1.2 cu ft), drawer
23 1/2" Wx14 3/4" Hx23 1/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
ZLINE
MWD-1-BS-H (1.2 cu ft), drawer
23 1/2" Wx14 3/4" Hx23 1/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
ZLINE
MWD-1-H (1.2 cu ft), drawer
23 1/2" Wx14 3/4" Hx23 1/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
ZLINE
MWDZ-30-CB (1.2 cu ft), drawer
29 3/4" Wx15 3/4" Hx23 3/8" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
ZLINE
MWOZ-24-BS-KG (1.6 cu ft), built-in
23 1/2" Wx17 7/8" Hx22 1/4" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0.5"
Door Swing
1"
Vent Gap
Café
CSB912P2VS1 (1.7 cu ft), built-in
27" Wx50 5/8" Hx27 1/2" D
Manufacturer Required Clearances
Clearances
0"
Top
0"
Each Side
0"
Back
0"
Door Swing
0"
Vent Gap
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