Midea 2117G1A
A 2,100 W, 0.6 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for 100 stored programs and USB menu loading, and needs a 208/230 V circuit.
Amazon $1,449$1,449
2,100 W0.6 cu ft100
3.7/5
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.
- 1,200 WOutput
- 0.6 cu ftCapacity
- HeavyDuty
- 120 V, NEMA 5-20Power
Check price at Amazon$1,248.50
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
- Fits a half-size steam table pan
- Stores 30 programs for repeatable one-press cooking
- Stacks two high to save counter space
Cons
- Needs a dedicated 20 A circuit with a NEMA 5-20 receptacle
- Compact 0.6 cu ft cavity limits tall containers
The Panasonic PRO1 family
Every Panasonic PRO1 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power class.
| Model | Output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic NE-12523 (this one) | 1,200 W | 3.7/5 | $1,248.50 |
| Panasonic NE-17523 | 1,700 W | 4.1/5 | $1,468.50 |
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 | NE-12523 |
|---|---|
| Cooking | |
| Output power | 1,200 W |
| Duty rating | Heavy |
| Energy feed | Top and bottom |
| Magnetrons | 2 |
| Cavity | |
| Capacity | 0.6 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13 x 12.2 x 6.1 in (W x D x H) |
| Largest pan | Half-size 6 in deep pan |
| Interior | Stainless steel |
| Controls | |
| Controls | Touch |
| Stored programs | 30 |
| Cooking stages | 5 |
| Power levels | 15 |
| Electrical | |
| Voltage | 120 V |
| Plug | NEMA 5-20 |
| Current draw | 17.3 A |
| Build | |
| Outside dimensions | 16.6 x 20 x 13.1 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 59 lb |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, NSF |
| Parts and labor warranty | 3 years |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years |
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