Toshiba ML-EM23P(SS) 800W 23-litre microwave

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Product guide

Toshiba ML-EM23P(SS) 800W 23-litre microwave

The Toshiba ML-EM23P(SS) is a 23-litre solo microwave rated at 800 watts, with digital controls, one-touch express cooking and six listed auto-cook programmes. Its countertop format and defrost options suit everyday reheating and cooking, while buyers should note that the listing’s claims about power levels and some operating details are not fully consistent.

At a glance

Six auto-cook programmes and one-touch express cooking offer quick access to frequently used settings.
Defrost is listed as automatic, with the feature description specifying weight- or time-based operation.
The listing describes a stainless-steel finish and an easy-clean surface.
A child-lock function is claimed in the feature description.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£87.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

23-litre capacity offers room for a range of routine household cooking and reheating while retaining a countertop format.
Express cooking can be started by selecting a time from 1 second to 6 minutes, according to the listing.
The combination of digital controls, a timer and pre-programmed options offers several ways to set everyday cooking.

Technical specifications

25 specifications

Identity
Brand	Toshiba
Model	ML-EM23P(SS)
Product type	microwave oven

Cooking
Microwave output	800 watts
Capacity	23 litres
Power consumption listed	800 Watts
Power levels listed	11
Auto-cook programmes	6
Cooking programme	Auto Cook
Defrost system	Auto Defrost
Heating method	microwave radiation
Turntable diameter	31.4 Centimetres
Timer	Timer Function Available

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	39.7D x 48.5W x 29.3H centimetres
Weight listed	13.11 Kilograms
Installation type	Countertop, Freestanding

Controls and electrical
Control method listed	Button
User input listed	Buttons
Voltage	240 Volts
Frequency	50 Hz

Materials and finish
Colour	Silver
Material listed	Stainless Steel

Other listing details
Recommended use	Residential
Manufacturer part number	EM823A-P00F00
Country of origin	China

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing consistently identifies the model as an 800-watt, 23-litre solo microwave, but other details are inconsistent or unconfirmed: the title says six auto-cook settings while the details list six programmes, and the listing gives 11 power levels without a matching description of those levels. Listed control types vary between Button and Buttons. The exterior is given as 39.7D x 48.5W x 29.3H centimetres, while the feature text gives 48.5x39.7x29.3cm, and the title mentions a stainless-steel door handle whereas the material fields say Stainless Steel without clarifying which parts use it. Confirm the selected listing’s exact configuration and fit before purchase.

What’s in the box

Included

Roller ring

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Households wanting a straightforward solo microwave for routine cooking, reheating and defrosting.
Buyers who prefer one-touch express timing and pre-programmed cooking options.
Those with countertop space for a 23-litre appliance and the listed external dimensions.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a grill, convection oven or combination cooking mode. The listing describes this as a solo microwave.
Anyone requiring a confirmed, unambiguous specification for control layout, power-level count or exact exterior measurements before ordering.

Toshiba ML-EM23P(SS) 800W 23-litre microwave · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 8,988 ratings

5 stars76%76%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback describes good performance for routine use and appreciates the appearance, practical capacity, easy-clean surface, straightforward controls and pre-programmed functions. Those reported strengths align with the listed 23-litre capacity and express-cook features, though they are customer perceptions rather than performance guarantees. Durability and noise experiences are mixed, with reports ranging from years of use to an early breakdown and differing views on operating or end-of-cycle noise. Buyers prioritising long-term reliability or quiet operation should treat those outcomes as uncertain.

Positive themes

Customers report satisfactory routine performance and appreciate the appearance and usable capacity.
Customers praise the easy-to-clean surface, uncomplicated controls and pre-programmed functions.

Mixed feedback

Durability feedback varies, with reports of both long service and breakdown after a few months.
Noise impressions differ, including reports of quiet operation and of loud noise when heating ends.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a solo microwave or a combination model?

The listing identifies the ML-EM23P(SS) as a solo microwave. It does not list grill or convection cooking.

How much cooking space does it have?

The stated capacity is 23 litres. A turntable diameter of 31.4 Centimetres is also listed.

What defrost options are described?

Auto Defrost is listed, and the feature description says defrost can be set by weight or time.

What are its external dimensions?

The dimensions field lists 39.7D x 48.5W x 29.3H centimetres. The feature text presents the order differently, so check the required installation clearance against the selected listing.

Are six auto-cook settings and 11 power levels confirmed?

The listing gives six programmes and 11 power levels, but its wording around the auto-cook settings and power-level details is not fully consistent. Confirm the controls and programme options for the specific listing.