TOSHIBA Countertop Microwave Oven 1.2 Cu Ft
- 1.2 cubic feet, 12.4 inch turntable
- 1000 watts in the title, 1100 in the description
- 10 power levels
- 12 auto menus in the title, 10 programs in the specs
- Humidity sensor reheating for six foods
- ECO mode and mute
- 3 favorite time and power combinations can be stored
- 34.6 lb, 16 by 20.6 by 11.8 inches
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A midsize silver countertop microwave with humidity sensing and a mute option. Its power is given as both one thousand and eleven hundred watts, so check the label.
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ASIN: B076VB5JFQModel: EM131A5CCategory: Countertop Microwave Ovens
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Overview
Reheating, defrosting and cooking from a countertop spot is the job of this silver Toshiba microwave, which uses a humidity sensor to finish common foods on its own. A glass turntable on a roller ring rotates the food.
Apartments and offices get sensor reheating, a mute option and a wipe-clean interior behind a stainless exterior. The listing contradicts itself on wattage and on how many presets exist. Counter space matters, as the cabinet is wide and heavy.
Who it's for
Renters, students and office teams get sensor reheating and quiet operation. The interior wipes down easily. Cooks relying on exact times from the label should confirm the wattage first.
Pros and cons
- Humidity sensor reheating
- Easy clean interior
- Removable turntable and roller ring
- Stored favorite combinations
- Wattage stated two ways
- Preset counts differ across fields
- Heavy and wide for small counters
Performance notes
A humidity sensor reads steam from the food and ends reheating on its own, so presets avoid guessing at time. Power can be set across the listed levels, with one-touch minutes for quick starts. A roller ring and glass turntable rotate the food for even heating. The wattage conflict matters because cooking times follow power.
Where it stands among countertop microwave ovens
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 19 countertop microwave ovens lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 100 countertop microwave ovens we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | TOSHIBA |
|---|---|
| Model | EM131A5C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Turntable Diameter | 12.4 inches |
| Item weight | 34.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 16 inches deep, 20.6 inches wide, 11.8 inches high |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.2 cubic feet |
| Wattage | 1000 watts (title); 1100 watts (description) |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Glass turntable, manual instruction, microwave oven, roller ring |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Programs | 10 |
| Control Type | Touch, buttons, keypad |
| Additional Features | ECO+Mute, Humidity sensor |
| Cooking Program | Reheat, defrost, cook, boil |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS work as a built-in or over-the-range microwave?
No. The installation type is countertop, and no trim kit is listed.
What is the real wattage of the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS?
The title and spec table say 1000 watts, while the description says 1100 watts. Check the label on the unit.
How many presets does the Toshiba EM131A5C-SS have?
The title says 12 auto menus and the spec table says 10 programs. The description says sensor reheating covers six popular foods.