Checkers vs Pick n Pay Price Check: Which Retailer Sells the Most Affordable Microwaves in 2025?
Budget-friendly microwave deals for South African kitchens compared side by side
Affordable Microwaves: The humble microwave—lifesaver of leftovers, popcorn wizard, and oat porridge hero. But with rising living costs in South Africa, even heating up last night’s curry needs a clever spending plan. So, who’s giving you the hottest microwave deals in 2025? We put Checkers and Pick n Pay through the heat test, comparing real-time prices on popular microwave models from brands like Defy, Hisense, and Russell Hobbs.
All prices are based on cash payments sourced from each retailer’s online appliance catalogues as of 3 July 2025.
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Which Store Has the Most Affordable Microwaves in SA?
Price Showdown Table
| Microwave Brand & Model | Size (Litre) | Checkers Price | Pick n Pay Price | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defy 20L Manual Microwave | 20L | R 999 (promotion) | R 1 199 | Checkers |
| Hisense 20L Microwave H20MOMS10 | 20L | R 1 199 | R 1 499 | Checkers |
| Russell Hobbs 30L Digital Microwave | 30L | R 2 199 | R 2 399 | Checkers |
| Samsung 40L Mirror Finish Microwave | 40L | R 3 799 | R 3 799 | Draw |
| Midea 20L Manual Microwave | 20L | R 899 | R 999 | Checkers |
Note: Prices may vary by location and stock availability. Promotional prices valid as of 3 July 2025.
Brand-by-Brand Heat Test
🔌 Defy: South Africa’s Microwave MVP
Defy’s compact 20L model remains a best-seller—and at R 999 at Checkers, it’s a solid R200 cheaper than Pick n Pay’s offering. For students or those equipping a second kitchen, this is your go-to buy.
📡 Hisense: Reliable and Spacious
The Hisense 20L microwave is another household favourite. Checkers lists it at R 1 199, while Pick n Pay charges R 1 499—ouch. That’s a full R 300 saved by going Checkers.
💫 Russell Hobbs: For Style & Size
Need more litres and digital class? The 30L Russell Hobbs beauty is R 200 cheaper at Checkers. The black glass design also looks sleek and modern—ideal for open-plan kitchens.
🪞 Samsung: Premium but Price-Stable
Both stores offer the elegant Samsung 40L microwave at R 3 799. It’s not cheap, but for families who rely on defrosting, reheating and grilling in large volumes, it’s a stylish investment. No winner here—just availability.
⚙️ Midea: The Budget Beater
Midea’s compact 20L model is R 100 cheaper at Checkers, proving again that if you’re pinching pennies, the orange army wins.
Verdict: Where Should You Buy Your Microwave?
Let’s tally up the cart:
- ✅ Checkers wins 4 out of 5 microwave matchups
- ⚖️ 1 model (Samsung) is priced identically
- ❌ Pick n Pay doesn’t beat Checkers on a single unit
So if you’re hunting for affordable microwaves in 2025, Checkers is the clear winner—especially across the most popular budget and mid-range models. That’s money saved for your next grocery run, or maybe a slab of chocolate you’ll reheat on low power later.
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