Best Large (Full-Size) Microwaves

Large microwaves are built for serious cooks and big families. At 1.6 to 2.2+ cubic feet with 1100–1250W, they handle 13×9 casseroles, whole chickens, and bulk meal prep. Many include convection baking, inverter technology, and premium finishes. If your kitchen is a command center rather than a side counter, a large microwave earns its footprint.

• ✓ A 2.0+ cu ft capacity fits a 13×9 casserole dish, large serving bowl, or whole pizza box — for real cooking, not just reheating.
• ✓ 1100W+ becomes important here — a large cavity at low power heats the outer edges unevenly while the center stays cold.
• ✓ Many large models include convection baking or crisper trays — genuinely useful features in this capacity tier.
• ✓ Inverter technology (found in premium models) provides true variable power, not just on-off cycling — worth seeking out for delicate defrost.

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