We replaced our broken microwave (different brand) with this LG and we are very impressed with its performance.  It is the same wattage as the previous one but it just warms faster and better.  The popcorn setting on other brands never really worked on other microwaves we have owned, but it is amazing on the LG.  Almost zero un-popped kernels.  The controls are straight forward.  And it looks great with our LG stove.