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iWavecube IW600SIL 600-Watt Personal Desktop Microwave Oven, Silver | 
| Brand: iWavecube
Category: Kitchen
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Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 95643
Color: Silver
Shipping Weight (lbs): 15.1
Dimensions (in): 10 x 10.5 x 12
Model: IW600SIL
UPC: 094922776273
EAN: 0094922776273
ASIN: B002Q4V62E
Release Date: November 13, 2009
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| Features:
| • | 600-watt personal-size microwave oven weighs only 12 pounds | | • | Push-button controls with digital display; 0.3-cubic-foot interior; quiet operation | | • | Settings for all small foods: hot sandwiches, coffee, soup, popcorn, use rack to pop popcorn and sandwiches, large bags will require additional time for popping | | • | Fold-down carrying handle; ideal for a small kitchen, dorm room, office, boat, or RV | | • | Measures 10 by 10-1/2 by 12 inches; perfect for the dorm-room or for use in other small space |
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Product Description
The iWavecube is the world's smallest microwave yet boasts 600-watt of power. It's so small and light, there's even a handle on it. The patented iWavecube measures 10-1/2-inch wide by 12-inch high by 10-inch deep. By taking up less than one cubic foot of space and weighing only 12-pound, you can put the portable iWavecube anywhere in your home including the family room, or the sacred "Man Cave". It’s extremely quiet. In only a few minutes, the iWavecube zaps popcorn, coffee, soup, and pocket sandwiches. The iWavecube is small and light enough to be called the world’s first personal microwave, which means that you decide when, where, and how you want to use microwave power, which makes the iWavecube the most versatile appliance ever made. If you have a small kitchen or need microwave power on a boat, camper or RV, the iWavecube makes the most of limited space. For yourself, a family member of a BFF, the iWavecube is a great gift anytime of the year.
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 Handy, handy, handy! December 21, 2009
Aderyn (Small-Town Michigan, USA)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
This is by far the cutest, handiest microwave oven I've ever seen. With a footprint of about 10 x 10 inches, it takes up barely more space than a standard sheet of paper, and it is only a foot tall. Of course, that means the cooking area is limited, but this is not meant to be an all-purpose microwave; rather, it's an option for a small space or for someone who needs portability. It even has a fold-down handle on top to carry it.
The iWavecube can be used with either timed cooking or automatic programs. The programs include coffee, popcorn, hot sandwich, soup, and, interestingly, gel pack for those heat 'n' use therapeutic packs. If not using an automatic program, the timer is set in an odd, but very intuitive way. There are buttons for 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, and 5 minutes. The choices can be combined to customize the timing; for example, pressing the 5-minute button twice sets it for 10 minutes. The 30-second button doubles as the start button, making it a quick, instant-on choice. I have this feature on my full-size microwave, and it's one that I use frequently. It's surprising how often 30 seconds seems to be just the right time, especially when something is almost, but not quite, done.
The first thing I tried was the classic: popcorn. To give you an idea how small the interior is, a standard size bag of microwave popcorn, when fully popped, pretty much fills it. It popped relatively quickly (considering the oven's 600 watts) and thoroughly. I also tried it for reheating coffee and, again, the automatic option worked well.
One caveat: The best feature of this oven is its portability, and if you don't need that or the exceptionally small size, you may be able to do better price-wise with a different model. Note also that the controls are on top, so if you want to keep it on an eye-level shelf, you will need to move it down to actually use it.
However, if you need a small microwave in a variety of locations -- say, your home office, workshop, and RV, this would be a great choice. It would also be perfect in a studio apartment, dorm room, or as a personal microwave in an office (given how disgustingly dirty shared microwaves usually become, I might even want it in an office where a group lunchroom microwave was available).
When I travel, I often stay in bargain motels to save expenses, which means I'm often without a microwave. I anticipate taking this handy appliance along any time it's a driving trip. I might even include it as a carry-on when I use Amtrak -- I can just imagine other travelers' faces when they see me climb aboard with my microwave!
Is it the ne plus ultra of microwaves? No, but what it does, it does very well. December 30, 2009
lizellis (Virginia)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
It is true that appearances can be deceiving. This tiny microwave resembles a child's toy but when put to the test, it delivers enough power to heat your coffee or soup or to pop your microwave popcorn. Although at 600 watts, it takes slightly longer to do the job than my larger, 1100 watt oven, we're talking seconds here or at most a minute or two. I think that's a fair trade-off for a functioning microwave that takes up as little room and is as light as the iWavecube. The controls, located on the top of the unit, are self-explanatory and easy to navigate and there are convenient pre-programmed settings for several of the most commonly microwaved items. While there is no turntable, I find it no trouble to open the oven midway through the process and either stir or turn the food to produce more even heating.
The beauty of this little appliance is its sheer convenience and portability. It will fit virtually anywhere you choose to place it and if you change your mind, it's no problem to pick it up by its convenient handle and move it to a new location. While I consider its diminutive size to be an asset, in some situations it's a limitation. For instance, with interior dimensions of approximately 8" wide, 6" high and 8" deep, its capacity is restricted to a single cup or a small plate; larger items simply won't fit inside. But if you're looking for a microwave that will fit into a small space and has enough power to adequately heat your food or drink, the iWavecube is an ideal solution.
iWaveCube Microwave Oven February 6, 2010
A. Horvath (east Coast, USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
At maximum power level of 600 watts, the iWaveCube is nothing to brag about in terms of performance. Nevertheless the product is well constructed, works quietly and well. I purchased the iWaveCube primarily for its compact size - it takes less than a square foot of counter top space. If size and portability is a strong requirement then this product is highly recommended. As the product's description states, it is meant for desk/counter top use, not from higher shelf space - the controls and display are on top making them inaccessable from an elevated position. There are stronger microwaves on the market for cheaper price but not this small. It is sufficiently powerful to (re-)heat cups, bowls and small plates of food. The absence of a turntable does not deter from its usefulness.
Great Portable Microwave for Camping, Travels, Bathrooms and More! December 9, 2009
Wendy Suto (Cleveland, OH USA)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
The iWaveCube small portable microwave is ideal for so many life situations, including for hotel bathrooms, campers and trailers, bathrooms in homes, and even to place in basements next to couches for quick and easy popcorn, hot cocoa and cider when visitors come to hang out! It is indeed the world's smallest microwave, as the website says. It is only 12 lbs, and measures Measures 10.5"W x 10"D x 12"H. Its heating capability is 600 watts, just like the regular sized microwaves out on the market. The customer service was superb and the delivery was speedy and the product is affordable too. I would highly recommend this product to other business travelers and for those who enjoy traveling in their motor homes and campers as well as for those who just enjoy the convenience of having a portable microwave "right there when they need one."
Small footprint, good power December 22, 2009
RSRCHB4UBY (CA USA)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is a great product if you want a microwave oven for heating small meals. It will fit smaller items (i.e. cup of water, cup of soup, sandwich, etc.), but not larger ones. I was able to put a pastry plate inside, but a dinner plate will definitely not fit.
It took about 4 minutes to heat an 8 oz cup of water to brew tea. In one minute, the microwave heated a pastry plate full of pasta and melted cheese on top; however the lack of a turntable caused one side of the food to be considerably hotter than the other.
The operation is very quiet. The control touch pad is located at the top of the appliance and is easy to understand and use. It has a few preset buttons such as "sandwich" and "coffee". The cooking time is entered via two buttons: one adds a minute with every push, the other adds 10 seconds.
The oven is 12" tall, 10" deep, and 10" wide and will easily fit on a desk or in a small kitchen in an RV or boat. It is also great for camping if AC power is available at camping grounds.
Overall, this is a great portable microwave oven, but it will not replace your This is a great product if you want a microwave oven for heating small meals. It will fit smaller items (i.e. cup of water, cup of soup, sandwich, etc.), but not larger items. I was able to put a pastry plate inside, but a dinner plate will definitely not fit.
It took about 4 minutes to heat an 8 oz cup of water to brew tea. In one minute, the microwave heated a pastry plate full of pasta and melted cheese on top; however the lack of a turntable caused one side of the food to be considerably hotter than the other.
The operation is very quiet. The control touch pad is located at the top of the appliance and is easy to understand and use. It has a few preset buttons such as "sandwich" and "coffee". The cooking time is entered via two buttons: one adds a minute with every push, the other adds 10 seconds.
The oven is 12" tall, 10" deep, and 10" wide and will easily fit on a desk or in a small kitchen in an RV or boat. It is also great for camping if AC power is available at camping grounds.
Overall, this is a great portable microwave oven, but it will not replace a regular microwave oven if you use it often.
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