Ever gone shopping for a specific product only to find that every option on the market is just plain ugly? In our series Not Hideous, we suss out the best high-performance buys that aren’t total eyesores. Function, meet form.
Certain kitchen appliances are not known for their beauty, and can clash with well-designed kitchen interiors. If you’re tired of looking at the massive eyesore that is your dull microwave (and that’s probably a monster to clean), I’m here to let you know your kitchen aesthetic doesn’t have to suffer.
Even though my limited home-chef skills support my committed relationship with my microwave (I’m more of a baker), I still have beef with it. I love using it to heat up quick meals, but I don’t love its functional appearance, which is why I was so glad to discover that actually-stylish microwaves exist.
With a little digging around the internet, I found microwaves that boast curved retro designs, sleek metallic finishes and opaque pastel wrappings — a welcoming contrast from the typical blocky white and black options most people have in their kitchens.
To help you add some personality to your kitchen space, we rounded up the most highly praised stylish microwaves that you’ll actually be proud to show off.
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Promising review: "Got this for the kitchen in my new house, which has white tiles and grey cabinets so I wanted a pop of color. This microwave looks perfect and, since it’s Farberware, it’s a good, reliable appliance. It fits nicely on my counter top & doesn’t take up too much space while being able to accommodate whatever I need to microwave." — Barbara Burke
Promising review: "Lovely little micro wave. Perfect fit for my counter top. Big enough to heat small plates and liquids. We really only want it for reheats and popcorn. Love the nostalgic look. Even my husband - who notices nothing - said “ that's actually really nice”" — JCG
Promising review: "We’ve had our Haden microwave for about six months now, and it has been an excellent purchase. Not only is it super cute, but it functions really well as we use it to re-heat beverages and food, as well as to cook potatoes or eggs when our oven was out of commission." — Holsberry1235
Promising review: "It's perfect for small spaces and minor heating or warming which is all I use it for. But according to the instruction manual, this appliance does a whole lot more. It's neat and clean looking. I'm happy." — ShopperLoo
Promising review: "My boyfriend and I just got our own place and I got to decorate the kitchen myself so I decided on a teal Blue aesthetic. This is literally the only appliance that fit perfectly! I like how I can adjust the strength of the microwave. The buttons are simple. It looks so retro which I loooove. Everyone who sees it compliments it! Met all of my expectations and its one of my favorite appliances in my kitchen!" — Lauren
Promising review: "I have been using this cute and functional microwave for close to 3 years now and I have absolutely no issues with it. It is so easy to use, really retro looking (my home was built in 1955) with no updates to kitchen, so I have an authentic retro kitchen for it !! LOL Really, it works like a charm, wouldn't change anything about it. Treat it with love, it will do the same for you 🤗" — Dory
Promising review: "I needed a microwave that was small enough to fit into a tight space under the counter top. This thing fit perfectly, looks great, very clean face. Works great, is super quiet, has a pleasant chime sound." — Cmonster
Before You Go
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