About Pastel Horn
Pastel Horn is an independent buying-guide site about countertop microwaves, the kind that sits on your counter and plugs into a regular outlet.
We write for people replacing an old microwave, setting up a new kitchen or adding a second one to a basement, office or guest suite. Our aim is to help you find a model that fits your counter, heats the way you like and stays easy to use.
What we cover
Our guides cover countertop microwaves from brands like Panasonic, Sharp, BLACK+DECKER, GE, Frigidaire, Galanz and Ninja. We sort them by size, power, color, style and budget.
We also explain the parts that confuse most shoppers. That means cubic feet, watts, inverter power, sensor cooking, flatbed designs and microwaves that also air fry.
How we work
We read the specs, the features and the maker's own information for every model we cover. We also look at what owners often report after using one at home.
Then we turn it into plain guides, side-by-side comparisons and short lists of picks. Our How we research page has the details.
What we don't do
We don't make or sell microwaves, and no brand pays us to rank its products.
Pastel Horn isn't affiliated with Panasonic, Sharp, BLACK+DECKER, GE, Galanz, Ninja or any other maker.
We don't claim to have tested every model ourselves. When we pick something, we tell you why, based on its specs, its features and buyer feedback.
How we earn money
Some links on this site go to stores like Amazon. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
That never changes which products we pick. Our affiliate disclosure has the details.
Get in touch
Found a mistake or have a question about a guide? Tell us on our contact page.