Brand Name | TOSHIBA |
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Model Info | EC042A5C-BS |
Item Weight | 44.8 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 21.5 x 21.77 x 12.99 inches |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | EC042A5C-BS |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Energy Use | 1500 Watts |
Capacity | 1.5 Cubic Feet |
Energy Consumption Hot Air (if existing) | 1.75 Kilowatt Hours |
Installation Type | Countertop |
Part Number | EC042A5C-BS |
Special Features | Humidity sensor, ECO+Mute, Manual, Convenction function |
Color | Black Stainless Steel |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Door Hinges | Right |
Material Type | Stainless Steel |
Included Components | Grill Rack*2, Manual*1, Turntable*1 |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Item Weight | 44.8 Pounds |
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Brand | TOSHIBA |
Product Dimensions | 21.5"D x 21.77"W x 12.99"H |
Color | Black Stainless Steel |
Capacity | 1.5 Cubic Feet |
Special Feature | Humidity sensor, ECO+Mute, Manual, Convenction function |
Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
Installation Type | Countertop |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Included Components | Grill Rack*2, Manual*1, Turntable*1 |
About this item
- 【3-in-1 Multifuntional Countertop Microwave】One microwave with multi-functions of microwave, convection, combi. (convection+microwave) can fulfill more usages
- 【One Kitchen Appliance, Better Texture】 Combines microwave and convection cooking in one appliance, with auto bake, defrosting and auto roast menus. Also with pre-programmed sensor menu for optimum results of popular foods like frozen pizza, vegetables and more.
- 【Large Capacity for a Family Size】 13.6inch removable turntable can fit a whole roasted chicken, 12-inch pizza
- 【Convenience Features】 One-touch popcorn, memory function, speedy cooking, multistage cooking, clock and kitchen timer, mute function. Mute function: If you wish to mute the buzzer of the microwave, press and hold the button "8" on the keypad for 3-5 seconds. The buzzer is automatically switched off after a long beep.
- 【Product Specs】 1000 watts microwave power with 10 power settings, external dimension (W*D*H): 21.77*21.5*12.99inches, internal dimension (W*D*H):15.5*15.35*10.2 inches, Φ 13.6-inch removable turntable
- 【Note】 Measure first before purchase!
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ASIN | B071ZSCY1P |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,895 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #12 in Countertop Microwave Ovens #14 in Convection Ovens |
Date First Available | July 3, 2017 |
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Product Description
This Toshiba 1.5 cu. Ft. 1000 watts microwave oven with its (black) stainless steel finish and timeless look can match different kitchen styles. It features a convection function with 4 auto bake menus & 4 Auto roast menus, a sensor function with 13 auto menus, one touch popcorn button, easy defrosting by weight/time, microwave cooking with 10 power levels, warm hold function, express cook buttons for 1-6 mines and memory function. It is equipped with a bright LED cavity light, a glass turntable, energy-saving ECO mode, a mute button, a clock and a kitchen timer. The bright LED digital display, easy-to-read control panel and easy-to-grip door handle further improve the user experience. The stainless steel cavity is scratch and rust-resistant and is also easy to clean. For further information please kindly refer to the user manual and cookbook provided as a PDF document below the product description section.
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Toshiba Black Stainless Steel Microwave and Convection Oven
Fully-featured Countertop Microwave and Convection Oven
- 1000 watts with 10 power levels
- Oven capacity: 1.5 cu. ft.
- Turntable diameter: 13.6’’
- External dimensions: 21.77 ’’ *21.50 ’’ *12.99’’ (W*D*H)
- Internal dimensions: 15.5 ’’ *15.35 ’’ *10.2’’ (W*D*H)
Auto Bake Menu:
- Frozen Pizza
- Muffins
- Biscuit/Dinner Roll/Bread Stick
- Frozen French Fries
Auto Roast Menu:
- Beef
- Whole Chicken
- Turkey Breasts
- Pork
Convection Cooking
-- Offers Versatile Cooking Methods
This microwave oven features convection function and offers 4 auto bake menus plus 4 auto roast menus. Along with the microwave function, you can reheat, bake or grill using either one or both functions for versatile cooking results.
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Smart Sensor with 13 Auto MenusThis microwave oven features sensor function that takes the guesswork out from cooking. Built-in sensor constantly detects the humidity level of the food during cooking, then automatically adjusts time and temperature. |
Warm Hold FunctionThis microwave oven features sensor function that takes the guesswork out from cooking. Built-in sensor constantly detects the humidity level of the food during cooking, then automatically adjusts time and temperature. |
Easy-to-clean Stainless Steel CavityThe stainless steel cavity is featured with hard-wearing materials, making it scratch and rust-resistant. Just a few wipes with a damp cloth to clean the interior, maintenance has never been so simple and convenient. |
Energy-saving Eco ModeMinimizing 50%* standby power by turning on ECO mode. Save energy consumption and operating cost as well as protect our planet. |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
53,095
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4.4 out of 5 stars
6,475
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Price | $99.99$99.99 | $129.04$129.04 | $179.99$179.99 | $188.38$188.38 | $169.99$169.99 |
Capacity | 0.9 Cu.ft | 1.2 Cu.ft | 1.3 Cu.ft | 1.5 Cu.ft | 1.6 Cu.ft |
Color | Black Stainless Steel | Black Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Black Stainless Steel | Black Stainless Steel |
Preset Recipes | 6 | 12 | 23 | 21 | 6 |
Sensor Cooking | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Work with Alexa | - | - | ✓ | - | - |
Convection | - | - | - | ✓ | - |
Sound On/Off Option | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Power | 900 Watts | 1100 Watts | 1100 Watts | 1000 Watts | 1200 Watts |
Compact size(W*D*H) | 19.15 x 15.91 x 11.48 inch | 20.51*17.14*12.83 inch | 20.4*16.6*12.4 inch | 21.77 x 21.50 x 12.99 inch | 21.77*17.91*12.87 inch |
Turntable(Diameter) | 10.6 inch | 12.4 inch | 12.4 inch | 13.6 inch | 13.6 inch |
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Noise level | 4.0 | 4.9 | — | 4.1 | 4.8 | 4.1 |
Easy to use | 3.9 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.0 | — | 4.4 |
Easy to clean | 4.4 | — | 4.3 | 4.5 | — | 4.6 |
User interface | 3.7 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 3.6 | — | — |
Value for money | 4.3 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Meco Innovations | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
capacity | 1.5 cubic feet | 1.4 cubic feet | 1 cubic feet | 0.9 cubic feet | 0.9 cubic feet | 1.1 cubic feet |
installation | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop |
power levels | 10 | 3 | — | 5 | 11 | 10 |
number of programs | — | 20 | — | 6 | 11 | — |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Metal | Stainless Steel | Aluminum, Plastic |
model name | EC042A5C-BS | 1.4 cu.ft Smart Inverter Works with Alexa Countertop Microwave Oven | TOSHIBA MASTER Series | ML2-EM09PA(BS) | Microwave Airfryer Oven | Chefman MicroCrisp Digital Microwave Oven, |
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Customers like the appearance and value of the microwave oven. They say it looks good and is good value for the money. Customers are also satisfied with the size. However, some customers have reported issues with the readability of the screen and keypad in low light. Opinions are mixed on heating, noise, ease of use, and quality.
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Customers like the size of the microwave oven. They say it has a nice interior size, is big enough for oversized plates, and has s a roomy oven interior. They also say it heats things up quickly, has t he right size turntable, and is powerful. Some mention that the inside capacity is large enough to fit a turkey and then some.
"Looks great, very sleek. The interior is well lit, and it’s surprisingly quiet...." Read more
"Everything we expected. Would recommend. Light is brighter than past models so it makes for a great night light in the kitchen." Read more
"Great microwave. Large enough to cook several meals at the same time. It does take a lot of counter space. I would buy it again." Read more
"...The user button to change from the auto timer is very small and difficult to use but it works. The same goes for the power level button...." Read more
Customers like the value of the microwave oven. They say it's a useful and money-saving addition to their kitchen, with good size and power for the money. Some say it is at the perfect money/performance point and is completely worth it.
"...That’s not an issue here. Easily worth the $120, if I’d known this would be so much better than my old one I would’ve upgraded years ago...." Read more
"As described. Reasonable price. Number of units sold is huge - 59k - and highly rated. Very large capacity. Great for family. High watts...." Read more
"...This is a dumb, cost cutting feature that reduces the value of the oven...." Read more
"I paid a little more than at the big w company but it is completely worth it, buy it!..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the microwave oven. They mention that it looks good, has a beautiful white interior, and a bright white LED light. Some appreciate the slick exterior and handle. Overall, most are happy with the functionality and performance of this product.
"Looks great, very sleek. The interior is well lit, and it’s surprisingly quiet...." Read more
"...Quiet, brightly lit interior, large capacity, lovely to look at, push button coding pad is large enough to see...." Read more
"Very nice and easy to use." Read more
"...Plenty of power and a sleek look. Very pleased!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the microwave oven. Some say it works great and performs beautifully, while others say it stopped working and displayed an error code on the screen. Some customers also mention that the clock feature on the control board stopped functioning.
"...Cook times are greatly reduced and the cooking is more even.Defrost by weight works perfectly, amazingly so...." Read more
"...Overall it works reasonably well and eventually we will get used to the touch pad. Will I buy another one?? Probably not." Read more
"...The Bad:The exhaust fan sometimes keeps running when you open the door and even after the cook cycle is complete & the door is closed...." Read more
"Great microwave. Large enough to cook several meals at the same time. It does take a lot of counter space. I would buy it again." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise level of the microwave oven. Some mention that it's surprisingly quiet, while others say that it gets loud and the door clangs shut really loud. The beeping is annoying, and the noise becomes increasingly annoying if you are in the kitchen while it is running.
"Looks great, very sleek. The interior is well lit, and it’s surprisingly quiet...." Read more
"...When I plugged it in for the first time it made a horrible noise I thought what the heck this is brand new where is this noise coming from??..." Read more
"...Plenty of room inside for large dishes. Runs very quietly and seems to heat quite quickly...." Read more
"...The Toshiba seems more efficient so far, but makes more of an annoying noise...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heating of the microwave oven. Some mention that it works well, heats things up quickly, and is better at heating things more evenly. They also enjoy the sensor reheat option. However, others say that it doesn't heat quite as well as the LG unit, and that the inside of the door is extremely hot. They mention that the convection temperature is lowballed.
"...It heats food much quicker than my old microwave, and it actually heats food evenly—you know how annoying it is when you reheat lasagna or something..." Read more
"...It takes longer to heat things up than my Panasonic did despite having a higher wattage rating...." Read more
"...Coffee & tea perfectly hot within 1 minute and I like mine HOT.Cook times are greatly reduced and the cooking is more even...." Read more
"...It's not perfect! The temp for convection is definitely lowballed. I add about 30% more time when baking anything. Frozen pizzas turn out good...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the microwave oven. Some find it super easy to use, with short but precise instructions. They also say the controls are easy to operate and the setup was easy. However, others say it's not intuitive for the average user, has overcomplicated instructions, and the manual that comes with it is useless.
"...by Toshiba has clearly written, well organized and short but precise instructions...." Read more
"We have had microwaves for 40 years this one is the best we had. Easy to use, and perfect temperature control for what ever your doing!" Read more
"...The user button to change from the auto timer is very small and difficult to use but it works. The same goes for the power level button...." Read more
"Love this microwave it's easy to use and works much better than my older one for sure." Read more
Customers find the screen of the microwave oven hard to read in low light. They also say the user panel is impossible to read without bright light. The touch pad is dark and has poor contrast, making it difficult to read the controls. Customers also mention that the numbers and start buttons are not well visible.
"...The touch pad is not very sensitive and sometimes requires more than one push to activate a function...." Read more
"...as it takes twice as long as the Emeril Lagasse and does NOT crisp nearly as well...." Read more
"...years and it’s worked flawlessly except the last 2 months my display has gone bad. The right numerals fade in and (mostly out the past few weeks)...." Read more
"...The control pad is dark & very hard to see, especially at night as others here have mentionedThe interior light could be brighter..." Read more
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The first one I purchased for myself was a 1100 watt magic chef in the late 1980's it travelled with me for decades and worked great for something like 20 years and was still working when I gave it to a friend.
Then in the 2000's I noticed a shift where it was not common to find 1100 watt microwaves and it has continued till this day where 1000 watts is where most top out.
Anyway there have been other microwaves all pretty much disappointing in performance and as of recently I said that's it! I want a high performance microwave with a good interior size no more of these cramped 1.2 CF interiors and purchased this one as the exterior dimensions are not that much greater at 1.6 CF interior room.
When I received this one I was at first amazed how light weight it is compared to the one it was replacing and realized it is the inverter technology lightening things up. It is so light weight in fact it will skid across the table opening and closing it.
No problem I just put some drawer liners under the feet to keep it from sliding around.
When I plugged it in for the first time it made a horrible noise I thought what the heck this is brand new where is this noise coming from?? at first I thought it was a bad gear in the turn table mechanism and tried to turn it with my fingers to feel if there was anything wrong with it but it was tight which it should be.
After turning it on and off a few times I zeroed in on the sound and discovered it was a fan hitting something internally so being a technician I took the cowling off being very mindful not to touch any high energy components like capacitors or come in contact with wiring which could be potentially lethal.
Note: It does require tamper proof Torx head screw drivers or a very good precision set of Torx drivers to remove the case screws to get into the appliance.
Note: I do not recommend or endorse nor encourage that anyone should do as I have done but illustrate an issue with Quality Control on Toshibas part and the actions I took to correct it so others are aware when making this purchase they may encounter the same issue.
Note: People who are unfamiliar with electricity, electronics or working with and around High Voltages weather it be DC or AC Circuits should not attempt to open one of these units as it can be lethal. Certain components like capacitor's will carry a lethal charge of electricity that can last for weeks even when unplugged and it can kill you.
Note: I myself have been an electronics Technician in many professional work environments including appliance repair for decades and am still learning and always wary of touching anything I do not understand and even more cautious of touching things I do understand.
I then discovered a metal duct work for channeling the air over components was not installed correctly (see picture included with this review) and I needed to bend it to get it out of the way of the fan blades, Two screws later and cautiously removing the shroud using insulated magnetic tools then a quick bend with a pair of needle nose plyers replaced the shroud and the problem was solved.
After repairing this minor Issue, the Microwave works better than any I have ever used.
Coffee & tea perfectly hot within 1 minute and I like mine HOT.
Cook times are greatly reduced and the cooking is more even.
Defrost by weight works perfectly, amazingly so.
The feature to turn off the chimes is priceless no more stupid loud dinging when starting and finishing a cook cycle.
When you turn off the noise however the kitchen timer also does not make noise.
The microwave is also extremely quiet when running.
All in all I am very pleased with this Microwave and hope what I experienced was just a one off, otherwise Toshiba had better get there Quality Control act together or there are going to be allot of returns for a very simple issue that should never have been permitted to leave the factory.
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
The first one I purchased for myself was a 1100 watt magic chef in the late 1980's it travelled with me for decades and worked great for something like 20 years and was still working when I gave it to a friend.
Then in the 2000's I noticed a shift where it was not common to find 1100 watt microwaves and it has continued till this day where 1000 watts is where most top out.
Anyway there have been other microwaves all pretty much disappointing in performance and as of recently I said that's it! I want a high performance microwave with a good interior size no more of these cramped 1.2 CF interiors and purchased this one as the exterior dimensions are not that much greater at 1.6 CF interior room.
When I received this one I was at first amazed how light weight it is compared to the one it was replacing and realized it is the inverter technology lightening things up. It is so light weight in fact it will skid across the table opening and closing it.
No problem I just put some drawer liners under the feet to keep it from sliding around.
When I plugged it in for the first time it made a horrible noise I thought what the heck this is brand new where is this noise coming from?? at first I thought it was a bad gear in the turn table mechanism and tried to turn it with my fingers to feel if there was anything wrong with it but it was tight which it should be.
After turning it on and off a few times I zeroed in on the sound and discovered it was a fan hitting something internally so being a technician I took the cowling off being very mindful not to touch any high energy components like capacitors or come in contact with wiring which could be potentially lethal.
Note: It does require tamper proof Torx head screw drivers or a very good precision set of Torx drivers to remove the case screws to get into the appliance.
Note: I do not recommend or endorse nor encourage that anyone should do as I have done but illustrate an issue with Quality Control on Toshibas part and the actions I took to correct it so others are aware when making this purchase they may encounter the same issue.
Note: People who are unfamiliar with electricity, electronics or working with and around High Voltages weather it be DC or AC Circuits should not attempt to open one of these units as it can be lethal. Certain components like capacitor's will carry a lethal charge of electricity that can last for weeks even when unplugged and it can kill you.
Note: I myself have been an electronics Technician in many professional work environments including appliance repair for decades and am still learning and always wary of touching anything I do not understand and even more cautious of touching things I do understand.
I then discovered a metal duct work for channeling the air over components was not installed correctly (see picture included with this review) and I needed to bend it to get it out of the way of the fan blades, Two screws later and cautiously removing the shroud using insulated magnetic tools then a quick bend with a pair of needle nose plyers replaced the shroud and the problem was solved.
After repairing this minor Issue, the Microwave works better than any I have ever used.
Coffee & tea perfectly hot within 1 minute and I like mine HOT.
Cook times are greatly reduced and the cooking is more even.
Defrost by weight works perfectly, amazingly so.
The feature to turn off the chimes is priceless no more stupid loud dinging when starting and finishing a cook cycle.
When you turn off the noise however the kitchen timer also does not make noise.
The microwave is also extremely quiet when running.
All in all I am very pleased with this Microwave and hope what I experienced was just a one off, otherwise Toshiba had better get there Quality Control act together or there are going to be allot of returns for a very simple issue that should never have been permitted to leave the factory.
The looks are pretty standard, it's not ugly, it's not beautiful, but it is really good at what it does. I've never popped popcorn so perfectliy in my life and I've also never set a bag on fire before. lol Just make sure you punch in the right time before walking away! I've also noticed that cold dishes warm up about 4x faster than my old 1K watt Panasonic and more evenly.
So far, i don't use any of the special modes since I never really do anything but warm stuff up but on a whim I did try the defrost on a big block of bacon ends. It performed beautfifully. It defrosted without cooking and it was such a nice surprise that it actually worked!
The other part I really like about it (and don't like) is that it's just so darn quiet. I keep yelling at my kids to start the microwave because I literally can't hear it from a few feet away. I thought they just put it in the microwave and left it there like they usually do. Sorry kids... It's actually even quieter than my fridge. It's amazing.
The door handle actually opens up the door without any stupid buttons or latches, too. A huge improvement over my panasonice and that dumb button that always breaks.
Overall, am I happy with this? I'm beyond happy. I will never go back to Panasonic!
Oh, I guess the only real complaint (a minor one) is that the buttons can be a little hard to push sometimes and the clock is unreadable at my height (5'11 if that matters). The top of the numbers are cut off when I'm standing next to it unless I stoop down a little to see the full display.