Microwave is small and has a browning element which we have not tried yet. We are happy with the power even though it is 100 watts less than our previous microwave oven. It is also smaller at 1.1 cuft vs 1.4 cuft but we do not think this will be a problem. What may be a problem is the lack of height inside the box due to the heating element. We create steamed milk for coffee in a high ball jar because our expresso machine does not makes it. The froth from the milk will go over the top of the jar and touch the heating element. Getting better at watching it to prevent this. I call it the poor person's way to make cappuccino! Otherwise, very happy with the controls and performance but will let you know about the browning element if it does not perform as advertised!