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Customer Reviews for GE Profile 1.1 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave in Black Slate with Sensor Cooking, Fingerprint Resistant

Internet #304789507

Model #PEM31FMDS

Store SKU #1003177451

  • Turntable on / off feature
  • Sensor cooking controls - automatically adjusts time and power
  • Black slate finish resist smudges and fingerprints

Customer Reviews

  • 4.1
    out of 3,327 reviews
  • 77% recommend this product
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Perfect fit
Purchase this microwave to replace another GE microwave that lasted 13 years! It fit perfectly in the cabinet cutout. Gave it 4 stars as I only had the microwave for a month.
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    • Recommended
    Perfect size and features
    I love that this microwave can be installed under the counter or built in!! We’ve updated the kitchen and I just had to have a new SS hood vent to replace the old (GEProfile) microwave. I didn’t want the microwave taking up counter space so this model is perfect!! With no kids living at home the smaller size works out great for us. We haven’t gotten it installed above the wall oven yet therefore I’ll have to add photos at a later time; but it’s going to look amazing 🤩 BTW I have furnished my kitchens with GE and GE Profile appliances for the past 40 years.
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      • Recommended
      Durable Ge Space saver
      Works great for our busy lifestyle. Conveniently hangs under cabinet to save counter space and looks great. This is our second GE with same model last one lasted 7 years in a busy 5 adult household.
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        Good microwave
        Although it’s smaller and less powerful than our prior microwave, it looks good and does its job.
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          • Recommended
          Grate
          Very functional and very simple to handle. Highly recommended
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            • Recommended
            Great product
            Great product. It was a replacement item for an 800 watt device. It works better than the original microwave installed by the Builder in Jan 2020. Microwave is countertop but cabinet installed.
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              Disappointed
              Doesn’t seem to have the same quality as other GE profile appliances. All my other appliances are the Profile brand including my previous microwave. I changed to move to a smaller unit that is built into the cabinets, having the optional trim kit. I’m disappointed in the quality. It opens very “clunky” and is not stainless steel in the inside, rather a white metal. The door grinds when opening and it lacks the Profile emblem. I honestly thought I either ordered or received a lower option microwave. I’m stuck with it since I designed my new kitchen with it specified in.
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              Response from GE_AppliancesAug 13, 2024
              We only want the best from our appliances, and it’s unexpected to hear that your new microwave has left you feeling less than impressed. We’re constantly working to make our appliances better, and we’ll be sure to forward your feedback about the quality of the door and the unit overall to our product team so we can continue to improve.
                Solid Microwave
                Great Microwave. Perfect size. When installing, clear ventilation path on back right helps.
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                  Can’t see
                  The key pad is extremely hard to read. The numbers and letters are dark like the front of the unit. No contrast
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                  Response from GE_AppliancesJul 31, 2024
                  We are going to pass your feedback about the control panel along to our product team to review. That way we can look for improvements we can make going forward. Thank you again for sharing.
                    EXACTLY WHAT WE WANTED!
                    Love it! Fits our space perfectly! AND WHITE! SO EASY TO WORK!
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                      • Recommended
                      Excellent microwave
                      Replaced an old GE microwave with this one and so far it works great. Just like the old one and we hope it lasts equally as long. Only hiccup is the trim kit doesn't fit but we have a solution.
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                        • Recommended
                        Expensive but looks good
                        Expensive replacement but looks good in cabinet. Not sure why it so expensive.
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                          Only under 12" cabinate microwave
                          This is the only under 12" cabinate microwave that we can find. Of course it works like a charm. But, it is sleek, good looking, easy to clean inside and outside. We love it
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                            • Recommended
                            Lasted less than 3 years- on my third unit
                            This is the third time I have had to replace this model. It is the only unit that fits in our kitchen, so we are forced to keep replacing it with the same model. The microwave works good---until it doesn't. For us, each unit lasted about 2.5 yrs.
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                            Response from GE_AppliancesJul 3, 2024
                            We're very sorry to hear that you've had to replace your microwave three times. We appreciate you choosing GE Appliances for your home and we hope that you will reach out to us in the future for assistance with your unit.
                              Replacement for old Spacesaver model.
                              Have only been using it 2 weeks so can’t give a true review for quality. It’s just a microwave. Don’t know why it costs more than most. I do like the sleek design. I don’t like the push to open. We bought it to replace our GESpacesaver that lasted 35 years! Hope this one makes it half that.
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                              Response from GE_AppliancesJun 18, 2024
                              We are honored to have you as a part of the GE Appliances family, and we are confident that this new microwave will serve you for many years to come. This is such a beautiful model with many great heating features that we are sure you'll enjoy!
                                • Recommended
                                Great microwave
                                Well made microwave unit for our kitchen. Easy to clean and silent.
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                                  • Recommended
                                  Keeping it simple
                                  This is the second time I’ve purchased this exact same microwave. That clearly makes a statement. It’s compact, offers many cooking options, and does all I need. We like owning easy-to-use appliances.
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                                    • Recommended
                                    Love this product !!!!
                                    I love this microwave it’s beautiful and is really highly rated !
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                                    Response from GE_AppliancesApr 23, 2024
                                    We’re so happy to hear that you’ve been enjoying your new microwave and that you’ve found it easy to use. We love the fantastic features this model offers.
                                      • Recommended
                                      Happy to have found
                                      The only microwave we could find anywhere to fit in our cupboard. I was happy to find something that fit as the whole kitchen had been designed mistakenly with a retired model. We didn’t know until it was time to purchase and found it was discontinued. This saved the day. I gave it 3 stars for the price. I have no idea why they have an 800 watt microwave that is this small priced this high.
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                                      Response from GE_AppliancesApr 8, 2024
                                      Finding the right appliance for you is an exciting moment, especially when it comes to something that typically sees a lot of use like a microwave, and we’re thrilled that you decided to make GE Appliances a part of your home.
                                        • Recommended
                                        No contest. The vey brst
                                        This is by far the best small countertop microwave. GE is the only one to offer the option to stop the turntable for cooking thins in a longer than the microwave is deep.
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                                          • Recommended
                                          Major Design Flaw.
                                          The microwave works great but has a significant and in my opinion major design flaw. On my model, the operating controls are not illuminated and as a result are very difficult to see when installed in a cabinet. In order to select the desired operating activity, it almost requires a flashlight to illuminate the control panel.
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                                          Response from GE_AppliancesMar 12, 2024
                                          Thank you for providing us with your feedback. This microwave model was designed without a backlit control panel. However, we will be sure to pass these comments along to our product team for review, as we're always looking for new ways to improve our products.
                                            Nice built in look
                                            Just had the new microwave installed. Prior microwave lasted about 10 year. I like the look of the black model vs the stainless steel one.
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                                              Perfect fit and finish
                                              Great replacement for my previous GE built in. Perfect fit no cutting required
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                                                Good features... easy to use!
                                                Works okay for low watt microwave. Size was important to fit under cabinet.
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                                                  • Recommended
                                                  Best microwave
                                                  Our new GE microwave works great and the size is exactly what we needed. It is placed on a shelf specifically planned for our new house. We didn’t want one in the lower cabinet or one that was built in so this was the perfect alternative.
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                                                    I love the size!
                                                    It is the perfect size for what I need. Love the stainless steel front. It has a lot of features to choose from. Had a great experience when shopping,
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                                                      • Recommended
                                                      MICROWAVE WITH THE PROPER DIMENSIONS
                                                      We own a 1984 GE Spacemaker microwave that is built into our kitchen cabinets. After 38 years we decided maybe we should see if we could find another microwave that would fit in the space. I discovered GE still makes a Spacemaker with the same dimensions. It was a bit pricey but it fits and if it lasts as long as the other I'm OK with it. The old one still works but takes 6 min. to reheat a plate of food. There is a learning curve with the new one as it is digital and the old one had two dials and a button. But we are pleased so far. Thank you GE. The only negative was that it took a month to get it. Luckily we were in no hurry.
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                                                        • Recommended
                                                        Fits perfectly under a cabinet.
                                                        We had the earlier space saver model for 20 years, the inside paint started peeling so we replaced it with this newer model quieter and heats things quickly.
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                                                          • Recommended
                                                          Perfect Size
                                                          This new low profile replaced original microwave low profile in dedicated cabinet space. We think old one made it 25 years! Old one worked great but finally gave out. So glad to get basically same microwave again. No need to learn new appliance. Love it!
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                                                            Food reheat and sensor cooking is great.
                                                            This is our second one of these! Perfect for a two person household.
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