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4.5 | 23 Reviews

1.6 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave with 1,200-Watt Cooking Power

Whirlpool WMC30516HB

Features

  • 1200-Watt Microwave Cooking Power for fast cooking and defrosting
  • Avoid unintended use with Control Lock Mode
  • Get the right amount of heat and time with Microwave Presets

Quick Specs

  • Type: Microwave
  • Style: Countertop
  • Width: 21.75"
  • Height: 12.8125"
  • Depth: 17.25"
  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Microwave Capacity: 1.6 cu. ft.
  • Microwave Wattage: 1200.0 watts
  • Recessed Turntable: Yes
  • Convection Microwave: No
  • WiFi Connected: No

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Dishwasher-Safe Turntable Plate

Clean up spills on the turntable by simply putting it in the dishwasher.

1,200-Watt Cooking Power Get quick and even cooking with 1,200 watts of cooking power.

1.6 cu. ft. Capacity Easily fit dishes of various sizes with 1.6 cu. ft. capacity.

1200-Watt Cooking Power Cooks quickly to boil water, defrost ingredients or warm completed dishes to enjoy again.

Add 30 Seconds Option Quickly set the microwave timer to 30 seconds or add it to already in-progress cooking time with the touch of a button.

Control Lock Mode Disable the control panel to avoid unintended use and easily clean controls.

Dishwasher-Safe Turntable Plate Clean up spills on the turntable by simply putting it in the dishwasher.

Electronic Touch Controls Navigate through cooking modes and options with controls that are as easy to use as they are to clean.

Microwave Built-In Trim Kit (Optional) Create a custom look that allows for easy installation in standard-sized cabinets over select 27" or 30" wall ovens.

Microwave Presets Get just the right amount of heat and time, whether you re cooking or defrosting, with specific preset options.

Recessed Glass Turntable Heat larger items like cooking bowls so you can prepare vegetables, party mix or soups in the microwave.

Sensor Cooking Automatically tracks the cooking progress of your food and adjusts the cook time as needed.

Features

  • 1200-Watt Microwave Cooking Power for fast cooking and defrosting
  • Avoid unintended use with Control Lock Mode
  • Get the right amount of heat and time with Microwave Presets
Certifications
Prop65 Standard
Dimensions
Carton Depth 20.25
Carton Height 15
Carton Width 24.5
Gross Weight 42
Net Weight 0

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Microwave
  • Style: Countertop

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 21.75"
  • Height: 12.8125"
  • Depth: 17.25"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Microwave Capacity: 1.6 cu. ft.
  • Microwave Wattage: 1200.0 watts
  • Recessed Turntable: Yes
  • Convection Microwave: No
  • WiFi Connected: No

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4.5 out of 5

95% of reviewers recommend this product.

4 Stars

Satisfactory features and performance

Noname76 11/22/2019

Was purchased as a replacement for a failed unit. Seems to work satisfactorily, only thing I don't like is the door latch works too hard.
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5 Stars

Well Made!

BKM1955 11/4/2019

Had it about a month. Had trouble finding the right size for our needs. This one is perfect. Want it big enough for larger dishes on the inside without taking so much counter space. THis one fits the bill.
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5 Stars

Great Micowave!

Pixie 19 11/1/2019

Microwave came with a new house I purchased and it works very well and it looks great in my kitchen!
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4 Stars

Microwave

Clincher 10/23/2019

I am still learning how to use this microwave. My old one was new when I sent it to college with my daughter in the fall of 1985. It was smaller and about half the power. So sorry you may not believe this but it's true. This new unit works so fast I have to be careful not to set it for to long. Example my husband eats instant oatmeal almost every morning. Old took 2:30 to 3 minutes new takes 1:34minute. I love it.
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5 Stars

GREAT

Robhaslam13 10/2/2019

LOVE it GREAT microwave works GREAT perfect fit GREAT color
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5 Stars

Awesome features!

Erlayne56 9/23/2019

We bought this and the trim kit a month ago and we love it! This Whirlpool microwave is perfect for the space and our lifestyle.
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4 Stars

Good quality

BigCatGirl 8/23/2019

I am happy with this purchase. I do wish the button to open it wasn't quite so stiff. Hopefully it will get looser over time.
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5 Stars

Great microwave.

Minnie2 8/23/2019

My last Whirlpool microwave lasted ten years. That's why I purchased another one.
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3 Stars

Good microwave

West Michigan 7/25/2019

We had a previous model that was very similar. Same size, same power rating. The old one seemed to always be stronger than 1200 watt and cook faster than any of the food directions said. This one seems to take longer to cook things (but it's on par with food directions now) but they seem cook more evenly than the previous model. The feet were uneven and it wobbled until we put little rubber stick on feet. It's very quiet in comparison.
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5 Stars

Pleased

rocked144 6/17/2019

Great Micro Wave Oven! Use it every day. It is much quieter than the oven I had before.
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5 Stars

Simple to use and effective

Hft2 4/29/2019

Appliance has optimal power and is easy to use. Buttons are effective time savers.
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3 Stars

Decent Microwave

SCResident 4/27/2019

Our 10 year old whirlpool microwave died and we needed a replacement. The size is about the same, but we had to buy a new trim lit to install it in the same opening.
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3 Stars

Would be great if the door had a Handle

Penn State Peaches 4/26/2019

This was the replacement for the same model that did not last 6 months before developing a problem that could not be corrected. That problem was not related to the push button door opener. Am taking this opportunity to share my concern with microwaves with push button doors instead of handles, which seems to be the 'in thing' with manufacturers. Our previous microwave was a different brand name, but it also had to be 'slammed' to get it to work, which is why we replaced it. For 15 years we had microwave ovens with several different brand names, physical sizes and wattage in four facilities. All had door handles, could be quietly and gently closed, worked as expected and were still functioning when I left. We will continue to look for a counter top machine that has a door handle. Admittedly, our microwave use is reheating leftovers for two of us and warming water for my instant coffee. My husband would be pleased if I could just put in the time, power level, push the start button and have the warming process begin without all the DOOR signage that the microwave turns on so often. We have several other Whirlpool appliances that function well and are dependable. It is a disappointment to have the push-button door on the microwave that makes it not user-friendly in our home. Thank you for allowing me to share my concern with this feature.
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5 Stars

It Fits

Howe85 3/22/2019

It is working just fine and got us back in cooking options
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5 Stars

Excellent Value!

Hector626 12/7/2018

I just replaced another Whirlpool microwave that lasted about 12 years. Hoping this one lasts just as long.
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5 Stars

A nice replacement

who cares about the name 12/6/2018

After 18 years of faithful service our old Whirlpool microwave started making noises and the turntable became very jerky. We wanted another one just like the old one and found this one which was an updated version (including price) of the one we had. We didn't have to relearn how to use it because it had the same features as the old one.
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5 Stars

simple to use

cookie7653 10/29/2018

Had a different brand that stopped working... Compared other brands and this one has more for the money...
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5 Stars

Overall functionality

Gettn' smoked 10/16/2018

Very happy with the replacement. My clock did not work, WH executed a replacement.
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5 Stars

Ease of features

Sweetie3 8/25/2018

Recently bought new home appliances was included. Like fact it is is talked as wall unit.
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4 Stars

Easy to Operate

rprice4499 4/20/2018

This microwave came with the newly built house my wife and I just purchased. It seems to be adequate but doesn't have that solid feel when you shut the door. Makes some mild sound when operating. It does get the job done though.
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4 Stars

old school but perfect for my use

Tony14 3/19/2018

Replacement model for previous model. Same features, size & functionality.
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5 Stars

Super easy

Microbabe 2/19/2018

Super easy to use and great features to boast about.
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Great preforming

Matador 357 2/13/2018

This is a great improvement over my previous microwave. Am enjoying all features.
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