Presto PowerPop Microwave Popcorn Popper
- 3 quart batches in about 2 1/2 minutes
- Microwave popper, no stovetop use
- 6 1/2 x 10 inch minimum cavity, compacts included
- With or without oil, salt added before popping
- Paper PowerCup concentrators, supply included
- Bowl and lid dishwasher safe, base wipes clean
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A microwave popper that makes a large batch with or without oil and washes easily. It works only in a microwave and depends on paper cups that wear out and must be replaced.
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ASIN: B00005IBXKModel: 04830Category: Popcorn Poppers
Overview
A microwave oven cavity, even a compact one, is where this popper works. A transparent bowl locks onto a removable base and holds a paper cup, and the two focus microwave energy onto the kernels.
Popping loose kernels instead of bagged corn means fewer scorched or unpopped kernels, and seasoning can go in before popping. The limits are that it needs a microwave and that the paper cup is a consumable that eventually needs replacing.
Who it's for
A kitchen with a microwave, including a compact one, and a taste for popcorn made to order suits this popper. A home without a microwave gets nothing from it, because it has no way to heat on its own.
Pros and cons
- Pops with or without oil
- Sized for compact microwave ovens
- Bowl and lid dishwasher safe
- Cups included for repeat batches
- Microwave only, no standalone heating
- Paper cups wear out and need replacing
- Base is wipe-clean only
- Warranty term not spelled out in specs
Performance notes
The base and the paper cup concentrate microwave energy, so kernels at the bottom of the bowl heat quickly and few are left unpopped. A cup lasts for a number of batches, longer without oil than with it. Seasoning goes in before popping, which spreads it evenly through the batch.
Specifications
| Brand | Presto |
|---|---|
| Model | 04830 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 16 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 9.88 x 9.61 x 5.12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 3 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Popping Method | Microwave |
| Dishwasher safe | Bowl and lid; base wipes clean |
| Minimum microwave cavity | 6 1/2 inches tall by 10 inches wide |
| PowerCup supply | Package of eight included |
| PowerCup life | About 12 batches with oil, 24 without |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Special Features | Some parts dishwasher safe |
Closest rivals on specs
Brentwood PC-486W Hot Air Popcorn Maker 8 Cup- Capacity 3 vs 2 quarts (+50%)
Elite Gourmet Hot Air Popcorn Popper 4 Quart- Capacity 3 vs 4 quarts (-25%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Presto PowerPop a stovetop or electric popcorn machine?
No. It is a microwave popper and works only inside a microwave oven, using a bowl, a removable base and a paper cup.
What popcorn does the Presto PowerPop work with?
The listing names yellow, white and hybrid popcorn, popped with or without oil.
How many batches does a PowerCup last?
About 12 batches with oil or 24 without.
How do I clean the Presto 04830?
The bowl and lid are dishwasher safe and fully immersible. The base simply wipes clean.