Toshiba ML-EM31P(SS)/CA 1.2 cu. ft. Microwave
A practical mid size sensor microwave for reheating, held back a little by its 900 watt output.
The short version
- Apartments, condos and offices that need a mid size countertop microwave
- People who mostly reheat leftovers and frozen meals
- You want built-in or over the range installation
- You cook large frozen items often and want 1,000 watts or more
- Your counter is shallow, since the unit is over 17 inches deep
What owners like
- Sensor reheat keeps leftovers and frozen meals from drying out
- Turntable is large enough for full dinner plates
- Simple controls and the option to mute the beeps
Common complaints
- Stainless front picks up fingerprints
- Loud operation at high power
- 900 watts is slower than higher wattage models
Based on Toshiba Canada's product page, the Amazon.com and Amazon.ca listings, and a hands-on review of the closely related US model EM131A5C-SS. No independent review of the 900 watt Canadian model was found, so performance themes lean on its US sibling..
Research scores
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Ownership
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What it does
A 900 watt, 1.2 cubic foot stainless steel countertop microwave with a humidity sensor, sold by Toshiba in Canada.
- Humidity sensor that adjusts reheating time to the food's moisture
- Six sensor auto menus plus a popcorn button
- Eco mode for lower energy use
- Sound on/off, per the Amazon listing
- Two step child safety lock
- LED interior light and an easy clean interior
A sensible mid size microwave for reheating and everyday cooking in a small kitchen, with sensor reheat, an eco mode and a mute option. The trade-off is power: at 900 watts it heats more slowly than the 1,000 watt US version of this design, and the stainless front shows fingerprints.
How it compares
Specs
- Capacity
- 1.2 cu. ft.
- Power
- 900 watts, 10 power levels
- Turntable
- 12.4 inch glass
- Exterior size
- 20.5 x 17.2 x 12.8 inches (W x D x H), per Toshiba
- Weight
- 34.6 lb
- Electrical
- 120V, 60Hz
- Warranty
- 1 year limited
Questions
How many watts is the Toshiba ML-EM31P?
Toshiba rates it at 900 watts with 10 power levels.
Can you turn off the beep on the Toshiba ML-EM31P?
Yes. The listing includes a sound on/off function.
Does a 12 inch plate fit?
The glass turntable is 12.4 inches across, so a standard dinner plate fits.
Is the ML-EM31P the same as the Toshiba EM131A5C?
They share the design and sensor features, but the Canadian ML-EM31P is rated at 900 watts while the US EM131A5C is rated higher.
Sources
- Toshiba Lifestyle Canada: ML-EM31P(SS)/CA 1.2 cu. ft. 900W countertop microwave
- Amazon.com listing B09NR71NPW
- Amazon.ca listing B09NR71NPW
- The Kitchenly: Toshiba EM131A5C-SS microwave review
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.
