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
- 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.
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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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