7 Microwave Carts That Will Instantly Upgrade Your Kitchen

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A microwave cart is so much more than a parking spot. These carts can also provide extra storage, clear up counter space, and introduce a dash of style and whimsy to your kitchen in the process. Those with smaller spaces can also benefit from the added shelving and convenience that a microwave cart provides, particularly for items like cutting boards and other cooking utensils and knickknacks.

No matter how spacious or cramped your kitchen is, there is a microwave cart out there that will make your life easier — and your kitchen eminently more functional. We set out to find great options for people at a range of price points, with different setup and design needs in mind.

The Best Microwave Carts

• Best for Large Kitchens: Lark Manor Aralene Kitchen Pantry

• Best Vintage Style with Hooks: Ibukye Kitchen Cart with Removable Hooks

• Best Utilitarian Cart: DlandHome Microwave Cart Stand and Utility Storage Shelf

• Best Rolling Wooden Cart: International Concepts Wood Top Rolling Microwave Cart

• Best Small Metal Rack: Rockpoint Stainless Steel Table with Caster

What to Consider

What you want and need from your microwave cart will depend on your kitchen set-up and your specific needs. Keep the following in mind, and you’ll end up with a cart suitable for you and your kitchen:

Size

How big is your kitchen? Think carefully about how much space you can give up and what your storage needs are before making a final selection.

Style

We found microwave carts that would look at home in modern, farmhouse, traditional, and commercial-style kitchens. Think carefully about how the cart will fit in with your aesthetic before making it a permanent feature in your space.

Bells and Whistles

Do you just want a stand for your microwave, or would you also like to store other kitchen utensils, plates, spices, tools, and more? We offer a range of options.

We reviewed hundreds of options, consulted expert assessments, and read through thousands of real-life user reviews. Read on for the best options on the market, and get ready to roll out an instant kitchen upgrade!

Aralene Kitchen Pantry

This Aralene cabinet will hold your microwave — and so much more. There is plenty of room for storage behind closed doors in two pull-out drawers, and you can display pretty plates and kitchen tchotchkes behind the glass cupboard. You’ll also appreciate the excellent craftsmanship, charming details, and classic silhouette.

Reviewers appreciate the “attractive,” “sturdy,” and “functional” piece, but warn that it’s “not easy” to assemble. Luckily, the directions are straightforward and easy enough to manage, given time and patience.

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Kitchen Cart with Removable Hooks

This wallet-friendly rectangular microwave cart is great for smaller spaces. The microwave rack features three shelves, with a top shelf that holds up to 55 pounds. The cart also includes 10 removable S-shaped hooks for hanging utensils, towels, and other kitchen items.

The cart is on wheels, which means it can be moved around as needed, but if you want to keep it in one place, you can lock the wheels with brakes. The sturdy, rustproof, stain-resistant construction means this cart will serve you for years to come.

More than 75% of reviewers on Amazon give this microwave cart 5 out of 5 stars. This cart does require assembly, but it usually takes less than 20 minutes.

Microwave Cart Stand and Utility Storage Shelf

This microwave cart features two sections with three tiers each, allowing you to store your microwave and several other kitchen accessories. The kitchen cart frame is made from heavy-duty, powder-coated metal materials, ensuring stability and durability.

The cart features modern, simple lines and practical touches, such as six metal S-hooks perfect for hanging cooking tools.

More than 80% of reviewers on Amazon give this cart 5 stars. Reviewers love its “perfect size,” saying “it fits all of my small kitchen appliances.” Another reviewer says that unlike many other things sold online, it’s “exactly as pictured.”

Wood Top Rolling Microwave Cart

This classic wooden microwave cart is just big enough to hold a microwave and store a few larger kitchen accessories. The streamlined and simple but elegant design will be an asset to any kitchen, especially ones decked out in modern or farmhouse styles.

The cart includes four wheels with lockable casters, so you can move the cart or keep it in one place as needed. Reviewers “love” this “beautiful” cart, and “almost regret” having to hide the top shelf with the microwave. This cart stands up to wear and tear and long and enthusiastic use over several years.

Stainless Steel Table with Caster

This sharp-looking silver metal microwave cart will look great in modern kitchens. It is made of 18-gauge stainless steel for high-volume use, with an adjustable galvanized steel undershelf for customizable storage space.

The rounded front and back edges soften impacts in small spaces. The cart features adjustable height feet that don’t scratch the floor. Reviewers love the “high quality” of the unit, saying the “fantastic” microwave cart “size is perfect.”

5-Tier Kitchen Baker’s Rack

This is an eminently practical microwave cart, especially if you need a lot of storage. The five-tier baker’s shelf rack is easy to install with a simple wrench tool, and the height of each shelf can be changed as needed. The microwave cart is constructed of dent-resistant carbon steel and can hold up to 500 pounds.

The wheels on the bottom of the unit can lock in place as needed. The wallet-friendly price is also an asset. Reviewers love the “sturdy” cart, praising its many “needed shelves,” and saying it “lasts a long time.”

4-Tier Rolling Microwave Cart

This metal microwave cart provides a lot of storage in a relatively small unit. The unit provides four-tier storage, two metal wire hook rails with five hooks, two metal wire drawers, and built-in lockable wheels and adjustable feet. The standing rack provides the perfect perch for your microwave plus plenty of room for spices, kitchen tools, and more.

This is a great option for apartments and dorms. The materials are water-resistant and durable. Reviewers say the process of assembling this cart is easy, and that the resulting cart is “useful for additional storage” and “holds quite a bit.”

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