The Whirlpool Gold GH8155X microwave oven is an over-the-range oven that has a distinct, attractive appearance and a wide array of options and features. In addition to the long list of regular options that you’ve come to know in most microwaves of the day, such as one-touch cooking and a turntable, the Whirlpool Gold GH8155X also has a cycle built in called AccuSimmer. This feature uses a built-in sensor system that can quickly bring liquids to boil, then reduces power so that the liquid is brought to a simmer.

As anyone that had ever heated up soup or coffee in a microwave can attest, a microwave without this feature is always in danger of overheating the liquid, often with catastrophic, sloppy results. AccuSimmer does away with all that mess and lets you enjoy your soup or coffee as it was intended, not scalding hot or splashed all over the microwave.

Note: You can check out many more Whirlpool Microwave products at our Whirlpool Microwave Store.

Looks Great

As far as looks goes, it doesn’t get much better than the Whirlpool Gold GH8155X. This microwave has a stainless steel finish which is very sought after in many modern kitchens due to its attractive, stylish appearance and the ease by which it can be cleaned.

What are the Drawbacks?

Unfortunately, though, there are some drawbacks. The Whirlpool Gold GH8155X is a bit pricey, usually fetching about $400-$500—though this is pretty standard for most over-the-range microwaves, if not a little bit less. Then there are the negative reviews. Truthfully, the line comes down at about 50/50 on this unit, with half saying it’s great and the other half saying it’s the worst. There seem to be a lot of Whirlpool haters out there, so you may want to take some of the reviews with a grain of salt. Don’t let this model get lumped in with dishwashers or refrigerators, as these are very different products.

The Bottom Line

Whirlpool is one of those brands that has had its up and downs and has been hit-or-miss at times, depending on the product. The Whirlpool Gold GH8155X microwave oven is one of those products that has had mixed results, depending on who you talk to. On one hand, you have some folks saying that it is a solid model that soars above its competitors, yet others say that they would never buy from Whirlpool ever again after owning a Whirlpool Gold GH8155X. What it all essentially boils down to is that it is your choice on whose opinion you want to trust.

At the very least, the Whirlpool Gold GH8155X is a great-looking appliance with a great feature in AccuSimmer. AccuSimmer is a feature not found in many microwaves out there and is very convenient for those who like to quickly heat their coffee up before they leave for work. If you’re in need of more counter space and can afford to buy an over-the-range microwave, you’re not likely to find a more affordable unit than the Whirlpool Gold GH8155X. The best thing you can do is make up your own mind when making a purchase such as this, rather than listening to reviews that may not be accurate.

Shop for brand name Discount Microwave Ovens below:

	Panasonic NN-H765BF Full-Size 1.6-Cubic-Feet 1250-Watt Microwave Oven, Black List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $129.99 Used From: $89.99 Average Rating:
	Panasonic NN-H765BF full-size 1.6 cu.ft. 1250 Watt, Easy-To-Use Button Control, Multi-Lingual Menu Action Screen, One-Touch Sensor Cooking (19 Categories), One-Touch Sensor Reheat, Inverter Turbo Defrost, Keep Warm, Popcorn Key, Quick Minute, More/Less Control, Function Key (Black)

	Haier MWM0701TB Compact 2/3-Cubic-Foot 700-Watt Microwave Oven, Black List Price: $54.99 Sale Price: $39.00 Average Rating:
	Meals made to order. Haier's countertop microwave features 8 one-touch programs that act as your short order cook, automatically setting the time and energy level for different foods. Want more control? All the standard controls are there, too...

	Panasonic NN-H765WF Full-Size 1-3/5-Cubic-Foot 1250-Watt Microwave Oven, White List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $119.99 Used From: $95.85 Average Rating:
	Panasonic NN-H765WF full-size 1.6 cu.ft. 1250 Watt, Easy-To-Use Button Control, Multi-Lingual Menu Action Screen, One-Touch Sensor Cooking (19 Categories), One-Touch Sensor Reheat, Inverter Turbo Defrost, Keep Warm, Popcorn Key, Quick Minute, More/Less Control, Function Key (White)

	Sharp R-305KS 1-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Microwave Oven, Stainless List Price: $139.99 Sale Price: $99.00 Used From: $69.00 Average Rating:
	Sharp R-305KS 1100 Watts Stainless Silver Microwave

Panasonic NN-SD688S Prestige 1300-Watt 1-1/5-Cubic-Foot Stainless-Steel Microwave Oven List Price: $179.99 Sale Price: $140.99 Average Rating:

Panasonic, prestige 1-1/5 cu feet stainless steel microwave, one-touch sensor cook and reheat, 1300-watt of high power, inverter technology, inverter turbo defrost, programming dial and button panel for easy programming, 13 1/2-inch turntable, 4-digit readout, reflective mirror door, 10-level power settings, interactive mutli-lingual screen, more/less control feature, keep warm feature, popcorn key, quick minute, delay start and timer, 120-volt, stainless front and painted silver wrap.

CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE, COMES FROM AMAZON SERVICES LLC. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME.

Tags: Cooking, kitchen, microwave oven, review, whirlpool, Whirlpool Gold GH8155X

This entry was posted on Monday, October 13th, 2008 at 7:40 am and is filed under Reviews. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.