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4.6

Matthew Vande ★★★☆☆ in the last week
Pros:
- The product itself works exactly as described. When extended, it does a pretty good job of exhausting the front half of my cooktop. Not perfect, but significantly better than it did prior to installing this. The front of my microwave no longer … read more is covered in condensation, which I know was a leading factor in the demise of my previous microwave/hood.
- It's well built, installs easily, and came with good instructions.
Cons:
- Expensive for what it is, which is essentially some bent metal pieces and some screws. Hats off to them, though, because I don't know of another item on the market that is equivalent to this without being built into the actual microwave/hood itself.
- For obvious reasons, you really need to have this extended any time you wish to exhaust your cooktop. When closed, it will block the vent under the microwave. I'm going to have to train myself to extend it, even when only using one of the back burners. Not a deal breaker.
- Probably my biggest issue is purely theoretical, but thought it was worth mentioning... it might not matter to you, but it did to me. When I was in the process of purchasing it from their website, it had a space available at checkout for "coupon code". Like many other people, I Googled to see if there were any active coupons that I could apply to my purchase. I tried all the various codes that came up and inevitably, every single one of them came up as "not a valid code". Except one... The one that did come up as a valid (but expired) code at checkout at the Microvisor website? "TRUMP". I find it odd that a company would advertise their political leanings like this, especially for an item that I would think tends to appeal more to people on the left-leaning end of things. Much like Tesla is now realizing, it's probably best to keep that stuff to yourself or you risk ostracizing a good portion of your target market. Worth sending back? I'll be honest... I seriously thought about whether to buy it. If they had a viable competitor, I probably would have bought from their competitor. In the end, my desire to properly address my kitchen exhaust outweighed my disapproval of the (theoretical) political leanings of the company. Do with that information what you will.
A very well thought out, but overpriced, product.
jan kalick ★★★★★ in the last week
Wasen't really to sure about this product but I took a chance on the Microvisor Hood! And I am glad I did! This product is very well constructed and pretty simple to install!! It does what it is designed to do! To bad I did not discover it sooner!!! … read more Thank you Microvisor it really helps with my cooking!!!
Katerina Michou ★★★★★ in the last week
As promised excellent quality and I installed in 20 min ! Thank you !
Marco Morana ★★★★★ in the last week
Solid construction and fits perfectly under my microwave. 100% recommend the extendable/retractable version as well.
Katherine Welsh ★★★★★ in the last week
Great customer service! I ordered the stationary model but before it was delivered, I called to see if I could change to the retractable one. George helped me through the process of returning the stationary one and ordering the retractable one. The … read more video and explanation for installation was a bit confusing because the video kept going back and forth to the printed version to the human version, but we finally figured it out. The Microvisor works as advertised and really decreased the amount of smoke and fumes going up on the face of my cabinets and onto the ceiling. I did order the clip on LED light that was advertised on their website and I'm glad I did because the light of my microwave is somewhat hidden with the Microvisor and I really like direct light when I'm cooking.
Allyson Heisey ★★★★★ a week ago
Arrived undamaged and was very easy to install. It does a great job of diverting the steam from the stove top away from the microwave electronics.
Roz Wentz ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
This came in a timely manner and was easy to assemble and install. It works as advertised. I would recommend this product to anyone who has a microwave over the range.
Marc Soles ★★★★☆ 2 weeks ago
Installation was easy,and so far I like how well it works. One minor downside is when it is in the retracted position it blocks microwave light, so you have to pull it out to have light. No biggie.
Martin Handy ★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
Easy to install. Install instructions could be a little nicer, but they work.
More importantly, it works! When frying things on our stove, the cabinets above would get covered with junk. Now, nothing. I've watched the smoke rise from the side … read more and the hood catches a lot more than before.
It looks good too. Our daughter thought it was always there.
Gary Arvedon ★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
I am very impressed at the customer service I received with my order of a removable hood for under my microwave. While there were some delays in freight, mostly due to the holidays, the company worked with me. I would very much recommend their products … read more for friends or anyone that has suffered with a smoky kitchen and limited venting under standard over the range microwaves.
Z Z ★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
Looks and fits great!!! Installation was a breeze!!! Looks like it was originally part of the appliances. Would definitely buy again!!!!
Graham Boone ★★★★★ a month ago
Awesome product. I have an externally-vented microwave exhaust hood, but steam/smoke/fumes often escaped to the front due to the somewhat weaker suction of my setup. If only there was some way to extend the 'reach' of my microwave, a scoop … read more of sorts? It might not increase the suction but it would direct more to the exhaust ports. It would have to look good, almost 'factory', and preferably be easy to remove for cleaning/not-in-use. I thought this thing would be my great invention, but Microvisor beat me to it apparently! It's simple, easy to install and remove, and just a solid product. No crazy sharp edges I could find. Took me less than 10minutes to install, while drinking my morning coffee. Customer service was responsive too, when I ordered the wrong item at first.
William Carter ★★★★★ a month ago
We bought the Microvisor Hood because our microwave is mounted above our stove (range) and also acts as the exhaust fan. This was an issue in our last house too. When I read about the Microvisor Hood, I just had to try it. The Microvisor Hood should be … read more offered by every microwave manufacturer as an accessory for over the range mounting. It works exactly as described and directs the smoke, fumes etc... to the exhaust fan of the microwave instead of into the air. It was very simple to install and took only minutes with 2 people. It also looks like it came from the factory as part of the microwave.
Terry Howard ★★★☆☆ a month ago
Instructions and video were not good. Rear magnets were weak and I had to loosen front screws so the magnets would hold but also had to remove rear screws because the magnets would not grab because those screws were in the way. Finally got it to hold, … read more boiled some water to try it out and steam was escaping through the front upper opening and I have one of the best microwaves that has a pretty powerful exhaust fan. Very disappointed. Over priced for what you get. I am capable of modifying it but why do they sell something that clearly needs to be improved?
Iris Quizhpi ★★★★★ a month ago
My friend told me about you guys, and we were a little bit skeptical about the product TILL we actually purchased it and put it to work. You can definitely see how the product sends the ventilation right where it is supposed to go. I am getting a second … read more one for my second kitchen!
Arah Hycenth afor ★★★★★ a month ago
Got this hood extension from microvisor and it worked out so great, easy to install and fits perfectly. George was so helpful in making sure it got to us in canada despite all ups and down from the shipping company. I recommend them for all your hood … read more extensions.
Brad Osborne ★★★★☆ a month ago
This is a good product and I couldn't find anything similar on the market. Installation wasn't that hard and delivery was good. The hood helps exhausting though it doesn't take care of everything. It would be good if they sealed the … read more gap between the deployed hood and the microwave, but that's only a minor source of additional leakage.
Don Seibert ★★★★☆ a month ago
We love our new Microvisor hood. It really helps to capture the frying smoke and vapors and redirect them into the regular filtering system. My only complaint is that there was only 1 little screw provided for attaching the hood to the slides, so I … read more went to Lowe's who was unable to duplicate it, other than thread, so the right side only closes partially. Can you please send me another screw"
Sha M ★★★★★ a month ago
It’s perfect and helps my microwave vent do its job. Mr George Tsakiris was especially helpful with questions before I purchased.
Crystal Balke ★★★★★ a month ago
This hood has been a miracle!! Because we didn’t have a hood anytime we cooked anything that had any form of oil in it. It ended up all over our microwave and cabinets that are above the stove, this hood has completely changed that! There is no longer … read more any mess above our stove when cooking. In the best part, it is super easy to install. My only complaint if any is I wish I would’ve known about this sooner!!

Pros:
- The product itself works exactly as described. When extended, it does … More a pretty good job of exhausting the front half of my cooktop. Not perfect, but significantly better than it did prior to installing this. The front of my microwave no longer is covered in condensation, which I know was a leading factor in the demise of my previous microwave/hood.
- It's well built, installs easily, and came with good instructions.
Cons:
- Expensive for what it is, which is essentially some bent metal pieces and some screws. Hats off to them, though, because I don't know of another item on the market that is equivalent to this without being built into the actual microwave/hood itself.
- For obvious reasons, you really need to have this extended any time you wish to exhaust your cooktop. When closed, it will block the vent under the microwave. I'm going to have to train myself to extend it, even when only using one of the back burners. Not a deal breaker.
- Probably my biggest issue is purely theoretical, but thought it was worth mentioning... it might not matter to you, but it did to me. When I was in the process of purchasing it from their website, it had a space available at checkout for "coupon code". Like many other people, I Googled to see if there were any active coupons that I could apply to my purchase. I tried all the various codes that came up and inevitably, every single one of them came up as "not a valid code". Except one... The one that did come up as a valid (but expired) code at checkout at the Microvisor website? "TRUMP". I find it odd that a company would advertise their political leanings like this, especially for an item that I would think tends to appeal more to people on the left-leaning end of things. Much like Tesla is now realizing, it's probably best to keep that stuff to yourself or you risk ostracizing a good portion of your target market. Worth sending back? I'll be honest... I seriously thought about whether to buy it. If they had a viable competitor, I probably would have bought from their competitor. In the end, my desire to properly address my kitchen exhaust outweighed my disapproval of the (theoretical) political leanings of the company. Do with that information what you will.
A very well thought out, but overpriced, product.
Matthew V ★★★☆☆
Wasen't really to sure about this product but I took a chance on the Microvisor … More Hood! And I am glad I did! This product is very well constructed and pretty simple to install!! It does what it is designed to do! To bad I did not discover it sooner!!! Thank you Microvisor it really helps with my cooking!!!
Jan K ★★★★★
As promised excellent quality and I installed in 20 min ! Thank you !
Katerina M ★★★★★
Solid construction and fits perfectly under my microwave. 100% recommend the … More extendable/retractable version as well.
Marco M ★★★★★
Great customer service! I ordered the stationary model but before it was delivered, … More I called to see if I could change to the retractable one. George helped me through the process of returning the stationary one and ordering the retractable one. The video and explanation for installation was a bit confusing because the video kept going back and forth to the printed version to the human version, but we finally figured it out. The Microvisor works as advertised and really decreased the amount of smoke and fumes going up on the face of my cabinets and onto the ceiling. I did order the clip on LED light that was advertised on their website and I'm glad I did because the light of my microwave is somewhat hidden with the Microvisor and I really like direct light when I'm cooking.
Katherine W ★★★★★
Arrived undamaged and was very easy to install. It does a great job of diverting … More the steam from the stove top away from the microwave electronics.
Allyson H ★★★★★
This came in a timely manner and was easy to assemble and install. It works … More as advertised. I would recommend this product to anyone who has a microwave over the range.
Roz W ★★★★★
Installation was easy,and so far I like how well it works. One minor downside … More is when it is in the retracted position it blocks microwave light, so you have to pull it out to have light. No biggie.
Marc S ★★★★☆
Easy to install. Install instructions could be a little nicer, but they work. … More
More importantly, it works! When frying things on our stove, the cabinets above would get covered with junk. Now, nothing. I've watched the smoke rise from the side and the hood catches a lot more than before.
It looks good too. Our daughter thought it was always there.
Martin H ★★★★★
I am very impressed at the customer service I received with my order of a removable … More hood for under my microwave. While there were some delays in freight, mostly due to the holidays, the company worked with me. I would very much recommend their products for friends or anyone that has suffered with a smoky kitchen and limited venting under standard over the range microwaves.
Gary A ★★★★★
Looks and fits great!!! Installation was a breeze!!! Looks like it was originally … More part of the appliances. Would definitely buy again!!!!
Z Z ★★★★★
Awesome product. I have an externally-vented microwave exhaust hood, but steam/smoke/fumes … More often escaped to the front due to the somewhat weaker suction of my setup. If only there was some way to extend the 'reach' of my microwave, a scoop of sorts? It might not increase the suction but it would direct more to the exhaust ports. It would have to look good, almost 'factory', and preferably be easy to remove for cleaning/not-in-use. I thought this thing would be my great invention, but Microvisor beat me to it apparently! It's simple, easy to install and remove, and just a solid product. No crazy sharp edges I could find. Took me less than 10minutes to install, while drinking my morning coffee. Customer service was responsive too, when I ordered the wrong item at first.
Graham B ★★★★★
We bought the Microvisor Hood because our microwave is mounted above our stove … More (range) and also acts as the exhaust fan. This was an issue in our last house too. When I read about the Microvisor Hood, I just had to try it. The Microvisor Hood should be offered by every microwave manufacturer as an accessory for over the range mounting. It works exactly as described and directs the smoke, fumes etc... to the exhaust fan of the microwave instead of into the air. It was very simple to install and took only minutes with 2 people. It also looks like it came from the factory as part of the microwave.
William C ★★★★★
Instructions and video were not good. Rear magnets were weak and I had to loosen … More front screws so the magnets would hold but also had to remove rear screws because the magnets would not grab because those screws were in the way. Finally got it to hold, boiled some water to try it out and steam was escaping through the front upper opening and I have one of the best microwaves that has a pretty powerful exhaust fan. Very disappointed. Over priced for what you get. I am capable of modifying it but why do they sell something that clearly needs to be improved?
Terry H ★★★☆☆
My friend told me about you guys, and we were a little bit skeptical about the … More product TILL we actually purchased it and put it to work. You can definitely see how the product sends the ventilation right where it is supposed to go. I am getting a second one for my second kitchen!
Iris Q ★★★★★
Got this hood extension from microvisor and it worked out so great, easy to … More install and fits perfectly. George was so helpful in making sure it got to us in canada despite all ups and down from the shipping company. I recommend them for all your hood extensions.
Arah Hycenth A ★★★★★
This is a good product and I couldn't find anything similar on the market. … More Installation wasn't that hard and delivery was good. The hood helps exhausting though it doesn't take care of everything. It would be good if they sealed the gap between the deployed hood and the microwave, but that's only a minor source of additional leakage.
Brad O ★★★★☆
We love our new Microvisor hood. It really helps to capture the frying smoke … More and vapors and redirect them into the regular filtering system. My only complaint is that there was only 1 little screw provided for attaching the hood to the slides, so I went to Lowe's who was unable to duplicate it, other than thread, so the right side only closes partially. Can you please send me another screw"
Don S ★★★★☆
It’s perfect and helps my microwave vent do its job. Mr George Tsakiris was … More especially helpful with questions before I purchased.
Sha M ★★★★★
This hood has been a miracle!! Because we didn’t have a hood anytime we cooked … More anything that had any form of oil in it. It ended up all over our microwave and cabinets that are above the stove, this hood has completely changed that! There is no longer any mess above our stove when cooking. In the best part, it is super easy to install. My only complaint if any is I wish I would’ve known about this sooner!!
Crystal B ★★★★★
My husband likes the design of the hood and has noticed a difference in fumes/ … More condensation being a lot less. I would’ve given 5 stars but he wishes the corners had some type of bumper on them as he has whacked his head a few times!
Sherry B ★★★★☆
Product is excellent quality and looks like it came with the microwave. I was … More able to install it in minutes. The best part is our house is smoke free when we fry food on the stove. I do not have to open windows or doors to clear the smoke.
Jay Z ★★★★★
I tried to find a microvisor hood and discovered that this is the only available … More maker and seller. The size of the product fits perfectly to attach with the microwave, and the installation is very simple. However, the hood does not fully capture all the fumes from cooking. It manages to catch about 80% of the fumes and steam, while the remaining 20% escapes from the sides and front. In terms of effectiveness, it works at about 80% efficiency. Still, installing it is clearly better than not having one at all.
S ★★★★☆
I was weary about this purchase. However, after installing and using it for … More over a week I find that my investment into purchasing the retractable visor was worth my money. The smell generated during cooking has practically disappeared. Price was a little high but I feel that spending the extra was worth it. I am glad that I bought it. It works!
Imran Z ★★★★★
The microvisor is a game-changer if you have a home with a microwave exhaust. … More Great build quality, really clever design, and really easy to install.
I seared off 12 pounds of beef ribs the first day I got it and didn’t set off my smoke alarm even once, and this smoke alarm will go off if I leave toast in the toaster 30 seconds too long.
Incredible niche product!
Roth B ★★★★★
Great product, works as advertised to keep steam and cooking grease off the … More cabinets above the microwave.
My short wife thought it would block her ability to reach into the microwave, it didn’t.
Excellent order and shipping communications as well as a faster than expected shipment/deliver.
Easy install, very much worth it.
Raymond S ★★★★★
I seriously thought this was a scam at first until i did more research. The … More product is awesome, easy to install, literally 4 screws. Fits like it came straight from the microwave manufacturer. Safely packaged.
No more fumes/steam escaping the vent !
Kenza M ★★★★★
Great look and perfect fit. Didn't take long to figure out the correct … More install configuration.
William D ★★★★★
Great quality, super easy to install, nice shipping, worth the price.
M ★★★★★
Looks great and was incredibly easy to install — I barely had to glance at the … More instructions. It lined up perfectly with the existing screws and took only about 10 minutes to set up. It covers the front two burners perfectly, containing steam and smoke from cooking. Very pleased with this purchase!
Terrance E ★★★★★
If it converted the entire LG front burner, I would give it 5 stars.
Diane St J ★★★☆☆
Definitely has improved the capture efficiency of my range hood.
Matthew C ★★★★★
Arrived ahead of time. Excellent packaging. Easy to install with video assist. … More Works as advertised. Better air uptake from front burners
Terry D ★★★★★
Didn't have many options for hood with our microwave setup. This piece … More is a welcome, we'll made , easy to install, item for our kitchen. Thanks much
Anthony C ★★★★★
Easy and safe to order from a New Jersey firm. Quick delivery. I have installed … More both styles, retractable for my home and removable for my sister. Easy install of high Stainless Steel products with a nice look. And, it works great!!!!
George B ★★★★★
Kitchen Aid Over The Range Microwave ( Model KMHC319ESS-4 ):
Awesome product … More and a perfect solution for our cooking fumes problem in our condo …
Description is “Spot-On”, High-Quality, “Eezy-Peezy” install, and it looks GREAT … Highly Recommend!!!
Our neighbor wants one too!!! …
R ★★★★★
Great product! Very quick shipping; we received the order quickly!
So far, we … More really notice the difference with the visor helping get the steam to go up vent.
Recommend it!
Terri F ★★★★★
It does work, and that’s the most important thing if you can get past the initial … More feeling of it being in the way. The stainless steel looks great, like it is part of the microwave. It blocks your view of the back burners and the controls for the oven if they’re on the back instead of at the front. Realistically that shouldn’t be a problem most of the time, since there’s a clock on the microwave and we use the front burners more. But there’s no getting around that it’s in the way, and I don’t know that there’s an alternative with an over the range microwave that doesn’t sacrifice exhaust ability.
Grant K ★★★★☆
Great product. We have the removable hood but we leave it in place and only … More remove it when absolutely necessary,
Betty H ★★★★★
Simple install and quite effective at directing steam back to the air ducts … More rather than collecting on the face of the microwave. Great product!
Jeff R ★★★★★
Had one of these for years. Fantastic product until SOMEONE left it on the stove! … More
Charlie M ★★★★★
awsome vent extender for my vent hood. it was desinged for microwave but i was … More able to use it for my stove hood. really great design and material. super easy installation. heavy duty for sure. i am so happy i found this company. also they were great. the reach back out to me to confirm my order. great customer service. A+
Thomas S ★★★★★
Update: I’ve had this over a year and it still looks like new when I clean … More it. It has saved my new cabinets from grease and moisture. Worth every penny. Couldn’t be happier. Thankful every time I pull the retractable Microvisor out. It solves the problem of grease collecting on cabinets, yet still allows you to space save with the microwave above the stove. I would hope this idea could be sold to an appliance manufacturer. Every above-the-stove-microwave should come standard with a Microvisor . It’s a game changer.
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Love, Love, Love the Microvisor retractable hood! We bought new cabinets and wanted the convenience of the microwave above the stove. Unfortunately I didn’t realize the microwave’s fan wasn’t powerful enough. Researching further, you’ll never find a microwave that’s as powerful as a hood fan. So I had two options -1. Replace the new microwave with a hood or 2. Deal with moisture/grease and wipe down cabinets every.singly.time. Fortunately, Microvisor found a solution! Thank you Microvisor!
Audrey S ★★★★★
Extends as described but hangs lower below microwave than I expected. You must … More extend to use fan and light as described whichj is annoying. Too bad they did not make it with clear glass so the light could be used when closed. Probably OK for those who have cabinets on both sides but as I only hav cabinet on one side I am not sure if I will keep using it.
Thomas C ★★★☆☆
Installed the retractable microvisor hood without any difficulty. It does a … More great job directing smoke and steam towards my externally vented microwave hood, especially for high smoke applications such as stir-fry, where setting off the smoke alarm was certain prior to its installation. Wish I had found this product sooner!
Robert E ★★★★★
I always wondered if there was anything I could do to stop stove heat from rising … More up to the bottom of the microwave, where it ends up causing moisture or grease buildup on the cabinets. Then I came across the Microvisor – what a terrific idea!
Installation was a breeze, and it actually adds a bit of style while blending really well with our setup. It’s well-made and feels like a quality product. Very happy with it so far!
Edwin M ★★★★★
I would have given it 5 stars but it blocks my light on my otr microwave. But … More it does as advertised. Still playing with it, may modify so I don't have to pt it out to use my lights over the range.
It was simple to install, works great, but the light thing bothersome but doable.
John JW W ★★★★☆
Great product. OTR microwaves typically have weaker exhaust fans and are ineffective … More the way they are positioned over the range. The Microvisor hood extension is well designed, easy to install, and resolves the shortcomings of the factory setup. They should have come from the factory with this product.
Alvin B ★★★★★
Works as advertised. Prompt delivery and easy enough to install.
Accomplish … More my needs perfectly.
Thomas G ★★★★★
Great aftermarket accessory for Over The Range microwave ovens with built-in … More ventilation fans. The hood is easy to install, is well made and matches the finish of the oven in the 3 available colors. Easily removable for cleaning, oven maintenance etc.
Michael M ★★★★★