A programmable keypad stores a time and power level for each menu item, so anyone on shift heats it the same way with one press. Most store 10 to 100 programs, and the multi-stage models can run a defrost step and a cook step in one program.
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Best Programmable Commercial Microwaves: Under 1,200 W
- Amana RCS10TS#1 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 1.2 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for cafes, server stations and moderate restaurant use. It stands out for 100 stored programs and a cavity big enough for a 14 in platter.
Amazon $626$6261,000 W1.2 cu ft100 - Sharp R-21LTF#2 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 1.0 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for cafes and server stations. It adds 20 programs, 11 power levels and a two-year parts and labor warranty to the R-21L design.
Amazon $540$5401,000 W1 cu ft20 - Midea 1034N1A#3 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 1.2 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for cafes, server stations and moderate restaurant use. It stands out for 100 stored programs and a cavity big enough for a 14 in platter.
Amazon $500$5001,000 W1.2 cu ft100 - Waring WMO90#4 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 0.9 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for cafes and server stations. It stores 100 settings with a Braille keypad, but carries only a one-year warranty.
Amazon $319$3191,000 W0.9 cu ft100 - Panasonic NE-1064F#5 of 11Full review
The all-stainless version of the NE-1054F, for cafes and offices that want a cavity that stands up to daily cleaning. It keeps the 20 programs and half-size pan fit.
Amazon $630$6301,000 W0.8 cu ft20 - Midea 1025F1A#6 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 0.9 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for break rooms, vending and convenience stores. It stands out for 100 stored programs.
Amazon $355$3551,000 W0.9 cu ft100 - Sharp R-21LVF#7 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 1.0 cu ft touch-pad commercial microwave for cafes and server stations. Ten one-touch memories make repeat reheats quick, though it runs at full power only.
Amazon $400$4001,000 W1 cu ft10 - Amana RMS10TSA#8 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 0.8 cu ft touch-pad commercial microwave for break rooms, vending and convenience stores. Twenty programs and four cooking stages cost only about $50 more than the dial version.
Amazon $358$3581,000 W0.8 cu ft20 - Crosson CMO-25L#9 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 0.9 cu ft UL and NSF listed microwave for offices and light cafe use. It has preset menus and multi-stage cooking, but publishes no warranty or electrical draw.
Amazon $380$3801,000 W0.9 cu ft10 - Frigidaire Commercial EMW965#10 of 11Full review
A low-cost 1,000 W, 0.9 cu ft NSF certified microwave for break rooms and offices. Its flat stainless cavity is easy to clean, but its warranty and duty rating are not published.
Amazon $257.48$257.481,000 W0.9 cu ft- - Panasonic NE-1054F#11 of 11Full review
A 1,000 W, 0.8 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for break rooms, vending and convenience stores. It fits a half-size pan and adds 20 programs and a Braille keypad for about $40 more than the dial NE-1025F.
Amazon $351.98$351.981,000 W0.8 cu ft20
Best Programmable Commercial Microwaves: 1,200 W and up (1,200 W and Up)
- Sharp R-CD2200M#1 of 12Full review
A 2,200 W, 0.75 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty and 100 stored programs, and needs a 208/230 V circuit.
Amazon $1,516$1,5162,200 W0.8 cu ft100 - Amana HDC212#2 of 12Full review
A 2,100 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 and 100 stored programs, and needs a 208/240 V circuit.
Amazon $1,759$1,7592,100 W0.6 cu ft100 - Sharp R-25JTF#3 of 12Full review
A 2,100 W, 0.7 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty, and needs a 208/230 V circuit.
Amazon $1,529$1,5292,100 W0.7 cu ft20 - Amana HDC182#4 of 12Full review
A 1,800 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 and 100 stored programs, and needs a 208/240 V circuit.
Amazon $1,541$1,5411,800 W0.6 cu ft100 - Panasonic NE-17523#5 of 12Full review
A 1,700 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, and needs a 208/230-240 V circuit.
Amazon $1,468.50$1,468.501,700 W0.6 cu ft30 - Sharp R-CD1200M#6 of 12Full review
A 1,200 W, 0.75 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty and 100 stored programs.
Amazon $1,221$1,2211,200 W0.8 cu ft100 - Midea 2117G1A#7 of 12Full review
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$1,4492,100 W0.6 cu ft100 - Amana HDC12A2#8 of 12Full review
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 and 100 stored programs.
Amazon $1,302$1,3021,200 W0.6 cu ft100 - Panasonic NE-12523#9 of 12Full review
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$1,248.501,200 W0.6 cu ft30 - Midea 1817G1A#10 of 12Full review
A 1,800 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 $1,199$1,1991,800 W0.6 cu ft100 - Sharp R-22GTF#11 of 12Full review
A 1,200 W, 0.7 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty.
Amazon $1,229$1,2291,200 W0.7 cu ft20 - Midea 1217G1A#12 of 12Full review
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.
Amazon $1,019$1,0191,200 W0.6 cu ft100
