The GE JES1072SHSS is a very small, budget-friendly countertop microwave. While it lacks fancier features like a steam sensor for more automatic microwaving, you can mute its controls. It comes in a few different colors, which isn't always the case for countertop models, so you can pick one that matches your kitchen decor.
Our Verdict
- Mute controls option.
- Very compact design.
- Somewhat slow.
- No steam sensor.
The GE JES1072SHSS is a slow microwave. It only has 700 watts of power, and most microwaves will heat food faster.
- Mute controls option.
- Very compact design.
- Somewhat slow.
- No steam sensor.
Changelog
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Updated Mar 31, 2026:
We mentioned the LG NeoChef MSER2090S in the Power box for users looking for a faster microwave.
- Updated Mar 04, 2026: Version 1.1 of our microwave test bench adds a score for Internal Capacity and adds tests for Ease of Use and In-Use Noise. For a more detailed breakdown of the changes, see our full changelog.
- Updated Jul 10, 2024: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
This microwave comes in 'Black,' 'White,' and 'Stainless Steel.' We tested it in 'Stainless Steel,' and you can see the label for the unit we tested here.
You might notice that the model number on the label has an extra digit (JVM6175SK62SS). This isn't a different model, but an extra number that indicates when the unit was made, according to the manufacturer.
If you come across another variant, let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.
Popular Microwave Comparisons
The GE JES1072SHSS is a budget-friendly microwave with a very compact design. Unlike the equally small Cuisinart CMW-70, you can mute its controls. However, it only has 700 watts of power and won't heat food very quickly. If you want a small, fast microwave, you might prefer the high-end LG LMC0975ST. The Toshiba EM131A5C-BS isn't quite as small, but it's faster and has a steam sensor, so it's a good option if you want something with all the bells and whistles.
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The LG NeoChef MSER2090S is a better microwave than the GE JES1072SHSS for most people. It's a much larger and more powerful model, so there's more room to heat larger dishes, and it cooks faster. The LG's glass touch panel is more responsive and pleasant to use than the GE's membrane touch panel. While the GE lets you start simple cooking programs with one button press, the LG makes it slightly easier to adjust the power level or set a specific cook time, like heating for 2.5 minutes at 50% power. That said, the GE is quieter, so you may prefer it for that reason.
Test Results
It's one of the smallest microwaves we've tested, making it well-suited for small kitchens without a lot of counter space. The cooking chamber light isn't that bright, so it's difficult to see inside when the door is closed.
The GE JES1072SHSS has simple controls. You can easily start a 1-6 minute cooking cycle with the numbered buttons, and it has dedicated modes for foods like 'Popcorn' and 'Potato.' There are also buttons for reheat and defrost modes. There's a dedicated button for muting the controls, so it's easy to mute and unmute whenever you want. However, it doesn't have a steam sensor that could allow the microwave to automatically calculate the cook time.
This 700-watt model heats food more slowly than many other microwaves. If you prefer something faster, consider the LG NeoChef MSER2090S.
Microwaves all heat food in shallow dishes quite similarly. Heating evenness depends on what type of food you're microwaving, how much of it there is, and what container you're using. If you're interested in knowing more about microwave performance, check out our investigation here.
There's no noticeable difference between microwaves when it comes to evenly heating food in deep containers. Evenness depends on what you're heating, not what microwave you use. You can read more about our investigation into microwave performance here.