The GE JES1145SHSS is a medium-sized, budget-friendly microwave. It has simple controls with the usual functions, like express cook, which allows you to start it at the push of a button, defrost mode, and a 'Popcorn' button. However, it lacks a steam sensor for more automatic microwaving, and you can't mute the controls.
Our Verdict
- Heats food quite quickly.
- No steam sensor.
- No mute option.
The GE JES1145SHSS is a 950-watt microwave that can heat food quite quickly, but many 1000-watt microwaves, like the Sharp SMC1162HS, are much faster.
- Heats food quite quickly.
- No steam sensor.
- No mute option.
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.
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Updated Oct 28, 2024:
We've added a link to our new 'Best Cheap And Budget Microwaves' article to give more options for people looking to buy a new microwave.
- Updated Jul 10, 2024: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
This microwave comes in Black (JES1145DMBB), Stainless Steel (JES1145SHSS), and White (JES1145DLWW). We tested it in 'Stainless Steel,' and you can see the label here.
You might notice that the model number on the label has an extra digit (JES1145SH1SS). This isn't a different model, but an extra number that indicates when the unit was made, according to the manufacturer.
If you encounter another variant, let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.
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The GE JES1145SHSS is a budget-friendly microwave. It's a good option if you want to save money but need something a bit bigger than cheaper options like the GE JES1072SHSS. However, it has only 950 watts of power and won't heat food as quickly as some microwaves, like the Sharp SMC1162HS, which is another affordable, medium-sized microwave that also has a mute function.
If you're still looking for a microwave, check out the best microwaves and the best cheap and budget microwaves.
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