GE - 1.9 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave with Sensor Cooking - Slate

Our original GE Performance microwave had to be replaced as the fan/vent piece fell off - the plastic parts were worn out. This new one does NOT heat things up as quick as our old one; for example a cup of coffee used to heat up in 17 seconds - now it takes 25-30 seconds. Also, on this new model you have to push 2 more buttons/controls compared to the old one for a simple heating!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We've generally purchased all GE appliances for our kitchen, particularly the Profile models. They are both aesthetically attractive as well as technially very reliable and easy to operate. Our dealers installation service was excellent.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We purchased the JVM7195FLDS back in February 25, 2025. I am happy to report, we have not had any issues with the controls or the performance of the over the range microwave. At first we questioned the power rating of being only 1000 watts/ (IEC-705 test procedure) when there are microwaves on the market that are 1500 watts. But suffice to say, it cooks any type of food that we have placed in it. From potatoes to processed foods, and of course pop-corn. I have read many concerns of the fan going on by itself. There are two instances that this happens. If your cook top range becomes too hot, or after placing something in the microwave, and heat has built up. This is absolutely normal. The lighting configuration was a bit of a disappointment. There is only one center bulb, and not very bright I might add. Other manufactures provide a light on both sides of the microwave. This can be remedied by providing an LED bulb with the same socket type. There is a history of GE's circuitry issues, in this case, the microwave. What is the probable cause? Steam from the cook-top below. When I have a pot of boiling water, I place the pot furthest from the microwaves control panel. And if that cannot be done, I place a lid to redirect the steam away from the area. Carbon Filter: This past week, I finally saw a little orange light indicating that the carbon filter needs to be changed. Now, I know that people have complained about the cost. However, there are alternatives. No, not to reuse them, because the are designed to be replaced. Think again. I have tried every feature possible on this model. They all work as advertised, and expected. With the exceptions of the lighting issue, I am happy with our microwave and hope it will last longer than five years.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This microwave replaced a unit that was nearly identical except for the controls. We have been very pleased with its performance. Eventually we will get used to the control pattern, but we did not find it as intuitive as the previous unit.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Decent. It is essentially identical to the mocrowave I replaced. Two differences I noticed, 1) It makes a loud noise when it first starts (which still startles me), but after 2 seconds runs as normal. 2) I noticed that the older one had a metal handle, and this newer one has a plastic handle. Otherwise, works as expected.