: A very cheap microwave may take twice as long to heat food and can leave dishes dangerously hot while the food remains cold in the center.

“I bought the cheapest microwave (700 watts) I could find. It was $45 at Walmart... Honestly, once this microwave dies out... I'll be buying a better quality microwave with higher watts.” Reddit · r/personalfinance · 6 years ago

: Some budget brands, such as Magic Chef , have been noted by repair professionals for poor longevity and issues like keypad failure or overheating. Community Perspectives

: Cheap units (often under 700 watts) are frequently placed on "exchange lists" by manufacturers, meaning they are designed to be replaced rather than repaired if a major part like the magnetron fails.