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Kenmore 6633[9]
 
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$119.88
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Summary: This 1.2 cubic-foot 1000-watt midsized countertop Kenmore microwave has a sensor, auto-defrost, and touchpad controls.
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Type: Midsized countertop microwaves
About - Kenmore 6633[9]

The Kenmore 6633[9] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, countertop microwave oven models like the 6633[9] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Heating evenness:
This reflects how evenly a model reheated a dish of cold mashed potatoes.

Defrosting evenness:
This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck.

Speed of heating:
This score is based on the temperature rise of water heated in the microwave.
About This Brand

This brand, sold at Sears, offers a wide number of countertop microwave ovens, with prices ranging from $70 to $350. Capacities are from 1 to 2 cubic feet, and some models provide convection cooking. Kenmore over-the-range models measure about 1.5 to 2.0 cubic feet and have wattage ratings of 900 to 1,200; they cost $200 to $800. Sears offers a wide range of OTR ovens and sells a model with GE's Advantium speed-cook technology.

Features & Specs - Kenmore 6633[9]
info Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) 1.2
info Watts 1000
info Convection mode No
info Sensor Yes
info Detailed prompts Yes
info Stainless/SS-look option No
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User Reviews - Kenmore 6633[9]
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1.0
I own a Kenmore Model 86053
3/16/2013
Pros
Attractive Design
Easy To Clean
Powerful
Simple Controls
Cons
Unreliable
Best Uses
Defrosting
Leftovers
Comment:
I use the microwave for reheating and occasional popcorn only. My Kenmore model #86053 stopped working for any time over 30 sec. If set for more time it does not shut off at the set time, it just keeps on going and going till I pull the plug. It is less than 2 years old. Seems to me that is a short time when only two adults use it...no kids. Going shopping for another than will NOT be a Kenmore despite CR best buys recommendations.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
1.0
Broken in 3 months
3/1/2013
Pros
Heats Evenly
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
Within the first 2 months it sounded like a explosion <br />and sparks flew. I checked to make sure there was no metal. If I put a cup with water in while cooking it seems to work ok. It now puts off a smell everytime I use it and not the turntable stopped working. Into the trash it has gone at 6 months
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
5.0
Works Great
2/11/2013
Pros
Heats Evenly
Simple Controls
Simple Display
Cons
Best Uses
Defrosting
Frozen Food
Leftovers
Quick Meals
Comment:
The microwave has been flawless from day one. Not one problem and the settings are just right. I particularly like the vegetable setting and defrost. It is used 3-5 times a day and I can trust it.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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