Best Bacon Cooker

We'd start most households here. The 11 inch round tray is ceramic, safe in the microwave, the oven and the dishwasher, and the raised ridges hold strips above the fat while it drains away. Because it also works as a meat rack or a serving plate, it earns its cabinet space beyond breakfast.

Owners report that bacon cooks evenly and crisps well, that the vented cover keeps splatter off the microwave walls, and that they prefer ceramic to plastic. The round shape also suits smaller microwaves. The lid is the fragile part: it should be hand washed and kept away from sustained heat. A common complaint is that cooking can run longer than the box suggests, so watch the first batch.

Next to the Onemore Microwave Bacon Tray 11 Inch, this plastic tray is smaller and far more whimsical, and that is the point. The cooking surface measures 9 x 8 inches, enough for four to five strips, and the vented lid releases smoke while keeping the microwave cleaner. It is pitched at kids learning their way around the kitchen with an adult nearby, and at adults who like a lighter touch.

Owners report crisp strips that do not burn, grease that drains off to the side, and a tray that washes well in the dishwasher. The trouble is longevity and size. A common complaint is plastic cracking in the base or around the pig handle after only a few uses, and cooks feeding a family find the tray too small for standard strips.

Unlike the Joie Piggy Microwave Bacon Tray, which lays strips flat, this cooker is a tall borosilicate glass jar with four glass skewers fitted with silicone stoppers, so strips hang while the grease falls to the base. The silicone lid has a built-in spout for pouring the grease off, and the clear glass lets you check crispness without lifting anything.

Owners report that it handles a full pound in one run, that cleanup is a quick trip through the dishwasher, and that it also reheats soup, ramen and corn. On mess, owners report that the grease capture is good, though a common complaint is grease popping out from under the cover. Durability is the bigger worry, with owners describing the glass as fragile and breaking after a quick temperature change. A lid fit problem has also been reported, with the clear silicone cover too wide to sit inside the rods.

For cooks who want glass without the jar format, this 9.84-inch square tempered glass tray is the simpler route. The set includes silicone tongs and pre-cut parchment, so a first batch needs nothing extra. Raised glass ridges lift strips above the fat and deep grooves drain it toward the corners for easy pouring, and the smooth surface wipes clean without trapped grease.

It is microwave and oven safe, and the maker suggests sausages, hot dogs and reheating too. Owners report quick, even results with no plastic touching the food, and they like having tongs in the box. Compared with the ceramic Onemore Microwave Bacon Tray 11 Inch, this one is square and transparent, and it ships with its own tongs and parchment, which suits dorms, RVs and busy mornings.

Tray-style rivals such as the Progressive Microwaveable Bacon Grill keep strips lying flat, whereas the Makin Bacon Microwave Bacon Dish drapes them over drip bars so the fat runs down into the dish below. Strips cook above the grease rather than in it, and a paper towel laid over the top handles splatter. The dish is molded in the USA from BPA-free, high-heat plastic, goes in the dishwasher, and the drip bars nest inside for compact storage.

Owners report crisp results, grease kept off the strips, and cleanup that beats a splattered stovetop. They also say it copes with a whole pound and cooks quickly, with outer strips needing a little longer. Anyone who dislikes handling a paper towel may prefer a model with its own lid, but cooks who want a proven, simple design will find it hard to fault.

Households that outgrow the Joie Piggy Microwave Bacon Tray's four or five strips can step up to this tray, which measures 11.88" x 10.00" x 1.88" and is sized for seven to nine pieces. The grooved surface leaves room for grease to drip away, the vented cover has a recessed handle, and the plastic is BPA free and dishwasher safe. A one year limited warranty backs it.

Owners report crisp bacon, grease that stays in the grooves, and a tray that is simple to use, with sausage working just as well. The large surface is the draw, but a common complaint is that it does not fit smaller microwaves, so check your turntable before buying. Owners also note that the vent holes on the cover are generous, which may let a little splatter out.

Breakage worries are what set this apart from the glass Hmzxsy Glass Microwave Bacon Cooker 100oz and HoPliGhe Glass Microwave Bacon Cooker Pan 9.. It is a three-piece set of silicone and heat-resistant plastic: a collapsible splatter cover, a silicone rack with a honeycomb pattern, and a base tray that collects the oil. The cover has a clear window, folds down for storage, and every part is dishwasher safe. The maker also points to chicken wings, steamed vegetables and pizza reheating.

Owners report crisp bacon that stays out of its own grease, and they like it for kids and quick breakfasts. Capacity is the limit: a common complaint is that it holds only about five pieces, and owners also report it is smaller than expected. Pick it for storage and safety, not for feeding a crowd.