Farberware Countertop Microwave 900 Watts
- Countertop Microwave Oven
- 0.9 cu ft
- 900 watts
- Push button
- Better rated than 68%
- More reviewed than 72%
A reliable small-footprint microwave for tight kitchens, quiet in daily use, with one easy-to-miss setup step, peeling the protective film off the button panel, that trips up new owners.
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How it ranks among the 85 countertop microwave ovens we track
4.4★ across 1,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
A 0.9 cubic foot, 900 watt countertop microwave with 10 power levels, six one-touch presets, interior LED lighting, and a child safety lock, sized for apartments, dorms, or a break room.
This is Farberware's compact stainless steel microwave rather than a full-size kitchen unit, built to fit small counters without giving up multi-stage cooking or weight-based defrost. Several reviewers replacing much older, larger microwaves noted it runs quieter and heats evenly despite the smaller footprint.
- 900 watts, 0.9 cu ft capacity
- 10 power levels, multi-stage cooking
- Six one-touch presets
- Interior LED lighting, child lock
Who it's for
Good for apartments, dorm rooms, or a secondary kitchen where counter space is tight. Not the choice for households that regularly cook full meals in the microwave and want maximum wattage or interior volume.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who downsized from larger, older microwaves found this one quieter and just as reliable for everyday heating. The most common early complaint was stiff buttons, traced to a protective film left on the control panel that some buyers did not notice until after use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact 0.9 cu ft size fits small counters
- Runs quiet compared to older microwaves
- Ten power levels plus weight or time defrost
- Child safety lock included
- Protective film on the buttons is easy to miss and makes them feel stiff
- Fewer preset functions than some larger microwaves
- 900 watts is lower than some full-size units
Specifications
| Brand | Farberware |
|---|---|
| Model | FM09SSE |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.9 × 19.1 × 11.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.9 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Defrost |
| Heating Method | Radiant |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 900 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 900 Watts |
| Power Consumption | 900 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Brushed Stainless |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Microwave |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Push button |
| Number of Programs | 6 |
| Cooking Program | Multiple |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Item Type Name | 900-Watt with LED Lighting, Child Lock, Easy Clean Interior |
| Additional Features | Child Safety Lock |
| Frequency | 108 MHz |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in countertop microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farberware Countertop Microwave 900 WattsThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 1,100 | 4.3 / 5 |
| COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/OffCOMFEE' | 4.4 / 5 | 28,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter…Panasonic | 4.3 / 5 | 8,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Nostalgia RMO4BK Retro 0.9 Cubic Foot 800-Watt Countertop Microwave OvenNostalgia | 4.6 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu FtTOSHIBA | 4.4 / 5 | 32,299 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Farberware FM09SSE
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Why are the buttons hard to press on a new Farberware FM09SSE?
A thin protective film covers the button panel out of the box; reviewers say peeling it off from a small tab at the bottom of the panel makes the buttons press normally.
Is 900 watts enough for daily cooking?
Reviewers coming from larger 1200-watt microwaves found 900 watts sufficient for regular reheating and cooking.
Does it have a child lock?
Yes, a child safety lock is included.