Panasonic NE-12523
A 1,200 W, 0.6 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty.
Amazon $1,248.50$1,248.50
1,200 W0.6 cu ft30
3.1/5
A 1,200 W, 0.6 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for cafes, server stations and moderate restaurant use. It stands out for 100 stored programs and USB menu loading.
- 1,200 WOutput
- 0.6 cu ftCapacity
- MediumDuty
- 120 V, NEMA 5-20Power
Check price at Amazon$1,019
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 1,200 W of heavy-duty power from a standard 120 V circuit
- Stores 100 programs, so staff get the same result with one press
- Stacks two high to save counter space
- USB port copies the same menu to every oven in a chain
Cons
- Needs a dedicated 20 A circuit with a NEMA 5-20 receptacle
- Compact 0.6 cu ft cavity limits tall containers
- Parts and labor are covered for only 1 year
The Midea G1A family
Every Midea G1A model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power class.
| Model | Output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midea 1217G1A (this one) | 1,200 W | 3.1/5 | $1,019 |
| Midea 1817G1A | 1,800 W | 3.7/5 | $1,199 |
| Midea 2117G1A | 2,100 W | 3.9/5 | $1,449 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power class. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 1217G1A |
|---|---|
| Cooking | |
| Output power | 1,200 W |
| Duty rating | Medium |
| Energy feed | Top and bottom |
| Magnetrons | 2 |
| Cavity | |
| Capacity | 0.6 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13 x 12.2 x 6.9 in (W x D x H) |
| Largest pan | 12 in platter |
| Interior | Stainless steel |
| Controls | |
| Controls | Touch |
| Stored programs | 100 |
| Cooking stages | 3 |
| Power levels | 11 |
| Longest timer | 60 min |
| USB menu loading | Yes |
| Braille keypad | Yes |
| Door handle | Grab handle |
| Electrical | |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Plug | NEMA 5-20 |
| Input power | 2,000 W |
| Build | |
| Outside dimensions | 16.5 x 22.1 x 13.4 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 66.1 lb |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, cUL, ETL Sanitation |
| Parts and labor warranty | 1 year |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years |
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