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Customer Reviews for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Model: JVM1540DMWW
SKU: 8235171
UPC: 084691172727
This over-the-range microwave features a recirculating vent fan with a grease filter to keep the air in your kitchen free of unwanted cooking aromas. The CircuWave cooking system is packed with features to make it easy to prepare a wide range of foods.
Average Customer Rating:
2.5
out of 5
(47 Reviews) 47
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Customer Reviews for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Review 1 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Similar to old model but quality and price less
Customer Rating
2.0
Unit was the only GE white unit in stock over the holiday's when my 11 year old model broke. This unit has most of the same features. The difference is this model was half the price of my older model and I can tell the differences. The fan is extremely noisy, like can't hear people when at the stove with microwave on. The door seems flimsy. I don't expect it to last 11 years like the old one. If it was easy to take down and put a new one up I would return it.
What's great about it: It works
What's not so great: Too noisy
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, A vent system over range
About me... Parent of kids
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 2 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Very loud fan!
Customer Rating
1.0
Replaced a 13 year old GE with this one. The fan is soooooo loud. I would never recommend this unit.
What's not so great: TOO LOUD!
This product is or has... A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, Big enough to handle large items, Easy to clean, too loud!
About me... Casual Cook, All about design
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 3 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Great product - great buy!
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Teacher321
from aiken, sc
on 01/10/2012
Excellent price, easy to install and operate. Looks great - love it!
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, A vent system over range, Easy to clean
About me... Casual Cook
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Broke Quick!
Customer Rating
1.0
This micorwave broke 6 days after I had it installed. Infact, it stopped running Christmas afternoon when we were preparing our feast! Ge came out within a week to fix it, only to find one day later the unit is running extremly loud. Looks like we have to call GE once again!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 5 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Not so good........
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: stolijoe
from grand rapids michigan
on 12/27/2011
Anything you see that is higher than one star is a most likely a review of the microwave they day the unit was bought. There is no question that the microwave is very nice. I love this microwave. However, this microwave did not last more than six months before it started to make loud buzzing noises, then eventually three months later it stopped heating. We bought the extended warranty, and the bill, covered in full, was over twice the cost of the microwave. The use of the microwave was to heat water for coffee in the morning, then reheat food later at night. Very little use. As the microwave is fixed and now functional, I have set a reminder on my calendar to start looking for a new one before the extended warranty is up in another year. It will not be a GE.
What's great about it: It looks nice in the kitchen working or non working.
What's not so great: Poor quality
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, The power to cook quickly!, A vent system over range, Big enough to handle large items, Easy to clean
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 6 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Cheap but works
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MooKoo
from Arkansas
on 12/04/2011
Our 12 year old GE spacemaker would not heat up, and I believe it would have cost about $90 to replace the magnatron, plus labor, so we decided to get a replacement. We went in-store at Best Buy and got this at a good deal, better than the online sale price. When we got home, we installed it ourselves, keeping the old bracket from the old microwave oven. The difference between the old one (1999 model) and the new one (2011) is that the new one feels flimsy and is noisy, but it has a turntable. Also, there is an extra 'special metal alloy' rack in this new model. So far, it works, so I have no complains.
What's great about it: It works
What's not so great: Noisy and flimsy
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, A turntable that cooks evenly, Easy to clean
About me... Casual Cook, Brand conscious
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Okay but disappointed
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: PJEKC
from Kansas City MO
on 11/12/2011
11 years ago we bought the early model of this microwave and it has been wonderful! We've never even had to change the light bulbs. But 2 weeks ago the circuit board on the underneath blew and the replacement cost would have been $189. SO we purchased a newer model of the same GE spacemaker ... or so you would think. SHAME on GE - this new model is flimsy and the over the stove light gets very hot! My dishes get way too hot inside and a little piece of the door broke off and had to be glued back on. The digital clock is crooked and the door and control panel aren't flush along the bottom. AND it is noisy!! Think twice before purchasing this.
What's great about it: IS a spacemaker
What's not so great: Not quality merchandise
About me... Casual Cook, Big Family
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 8 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
good deal.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: tomacito
from troutdale
on 11/02/2011
was looking for an affordable microwave and found one good price and good product.
What's great about it: nice and affordable.
This product is or has... Sensor cooking that works well, A turntable that cooks evenly, Quiet, A vent system over range, Easy to clean
About me... Casual Cook
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
great microwave for the price
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: jenster
from wisconsin
on 09/09/2011
replaced old microwave GE with this model. not as fancy as our old one which had a volume adjuster so you could mute the beeping noise...if little ones were sleeping. prev model lasted 11 years which i was told is a long time for products "now a days". too soon to know how long will last but to date good product!
What's not so great: no volume to adjust beeping tone when food is done. with small kids i cannot use when they are sleeping
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, A vent system over range, Big enough to handle large items, Easy to clean
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Just what I wanted to replace the old one.
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: gugno1
from Boynton Beach, FL
on 08/24/2011
Works just fine for what I require. Obviously not for the gourmet cook. But then again, why would a gourmet cook use a microwave anyway. Great microwave for your basic heat and eat.
What's great about it: Easy to install and use.
What's not so great: The over the range light is totally inadequate.
This product is or has... Shortcut keys that save time, A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, Quiet, Big enough to handle large items, Easy to clean
About me... Casual Cook
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Great unit, buy two you'll need the extra one...
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: PotatoHeadBobby
from Ventura, CA
on 08/19/2011
Great looks, great functions, only last 2 years... I'm on my third one.... first two died and I'm not ready to remodel kitchen so bought another... what the definition of insanity?? So if you buy, have a backup plan in 2 years as you will need another one….
This product is or has... A turntable that cooks evenly, The power to cook quickly!, Quiet, A vent system over range, Big enough to handle large items, Easy to clean, lasts only two years
About me... Casual Cook
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 12 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Not very reliable
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Anonymous
from Orlando
on 07/20/2011
Brand new out of the box....did not work at all. When the engineer arrived he did not even have the correct partsd. Now wait again foor the next appointment. Do not go with GE!!!
What's great about it: Reasonable price
What's not so great: Does not work!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 13 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Ongoing problem, why don't they fix it
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: ATSgrl
from South Dakota
on 06/02/2011
We've had our GE Spacemaker for a little less than 2 years. The buttons have stopped working one by one. Right now, the only number buttons working are the 5 and the 6. Cost for new panel is approx. $75 plus labor to fix it. Guess it's time for a new microwave and it won't be a GE.
What's great about it: seems to cook well
What's not so great: address this control panel issue already!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 14 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Another one bites the dust.
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: NoMoreGESpacemaker
from Denver, Colorado
on 05/24/2011
We have had this microwave for 2.5 years. Came home today and the key pad has shorted out and needs service. Parts and $69.99 visit alone is more than the unit and this is before we pay labor. My father worked for GE for 37 years and we have been loyal to the brand. No More! I will take my chances on another brand.
What's great about it: it looked nice while it worked.
What's not so great: durability
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 15 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Cut short
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: shicks6
from Indianapolis, IN
on 05/20/2011
Sounds like my problem is a lot of others as well. I can say my microwave lasted almost 4 years,but last week the keypad died. I would think that a microwave should last longer than that and also the keypad would be one of the last things to go out. Too much moisture when boiling water? Do You think the engineers would have thought of that? Im trying to limp through with just the potato, popcorn and 30 sec setting til I can replace it. I worked at GE in Louisville in the 70's and 80's. Their appliances were a great deal and good quality. But now? Not so sure. I have a GE range as well and the keypad is sticking.
What's great about it: Inexpensive (cheap?)
What's not so great: cheap?
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 16 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Built to go in a land fill
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: TAMTAMTAM
from NY
on 04/26/2011
Our GE SpaceSaver Microwave was designed so you have to call a repairman to change the bulbs. The covers open away from you, the bulbs are screwed in backwards and they are sealed in, hence the instructions, "break the seal and gently turn the bulb" mean, break the bulb, spend an hour trying to remove the base, go blind trying to see what you are doing while leaning backwards over the regular oven, then call the repairman, wait 2 weeks for the bulbs to come in, wait an extra 4 hours for the repairman to arrive and then pay them $145! Guess what brand of any appliance is no longer in my consideration set?
What's great about it: It's Cheap
What's not so great: It's Cheaply made
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 17 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
great basic micro
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Brian240
from Alaska
on 01/29/2011
For the price this is a wonderful microwave. Love the express settings and the 'add 30 secs' button.
What's great about it: good price
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
required repair visit within first 30 days
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: l85003
from San Jose, CA
on 01/03/2011
The microwave developed problems 30 days after installation. It stopped responding to the keypad and began misbehaving - sometimes it would not heat, sometimes the light and fan would not turn off. Turned out that the glass plate in the door was misaligned and prevented the door from closing properly. The sensor could not “see” that the door was closed so things wouldn't work. The repairman pushed the glass into alignment and said this was the second one he’d seen with this problem. It appears that GE’s quality control is poor at the factory. This is an easy problem to detect and prevent at the factory - even I could see that the glass was protruding past the plastic frame when the repair person pointed it out. The repair was covered under the 1 year warranty period. The GE repair person arrived within the scheduled 4 hour window. However, it was an unnecessary inconvenience since I had to take off a half day of work
What's great about it: price was great
What's not so great: uncertain about quality
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 19 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Works great!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Mimimommy
from Tracy, California
on 12/21/2010
My last GE lasted nearly 10 years so we wanted to buy another one. We have been really happy with this replacement. My husband & I installed it ourselves over the range. Best Buy even matched their own sale offer within a week of us purchasing it.
What's great about it: Space saving & has a cooking shelf inside for.
What's not so great: The vent fan is a little noisy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+4points
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Review 20 for GE Spacemaker 1.5 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Microwave - White
Works GREAT for me....
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: CutiePi
from Chicago, IL
on 12/03/2010
So far I have no complaints. I love the fact that you can heat up two things at once.
What's great about it: Price, design
I would recommend this to a friend!
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