Can anyone recommend a quality brand/model over-the-range microwave (microhood) that isn junk?”
Whirlpool Gold GH4155XP (*est. $450) Over-the-range microwave. The Whirlpool is a top performer if you’re looking for a microwave that mounts under the cabinet over your range. This 1000-watt full-sized microwave oven has a capacity of 1.5 cubic feet, and it ships with a four-speed exhaust fan to vent your cooking area. Keep in mind, however, that these types of microwaves can cost three times as much as countertop models, and installation and venting can be tricky. —- Snippet from the full review Over-the-range microwave ovens Over-the-range microwaves (alternatively called “microhoods”) have been gaining in popularity because they save countertop space and often have a sleek look. They are more expensive because the microwave must also vent the range below it, necessitating dual fans. This type of microwave weighs 55 pounds or more, which can make attaching one to a cabinet above the stove a challenge. They also require a dedicated electrical outlet in the cabinet, which means you
