Amana HDC212
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$1,759
The Amana HDC212 is the better commercial microwave overall, rated 4.5 to 4.3. The Amana HDC212 leads on power. The Amana HDC182 costs $218 less ($1,541 vs $1,759).
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Amana HDC182
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$1,541
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Amana HDC212 for power (2,100 W output vs 1,800 W output).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1,200 W and up commercial microwave; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Amana HDC212 | Amana HDC182 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Power 25% | 92 2,100 W output | 69 1,800 W output |
| Capacity 15% | 14 0.6 cu ft cavity | 14 0.6 cu ft cavity |
| Programmability 25% | 100 100 programs, 4 stages, 11 power levels | 100 100 programs, 4 stages, 11 power levels |
| Duty rating 15% | 100 maker rates it heavy duty | 100 maker rates it heavy duty |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year parts and labor | 100 3-year parts and labor |
Specifications
| Amana HDC212 | Amana HDC182 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | ||
| Output power | 2,100 W | 1,800 W |
| Duty rating | Heavy | Heavy |
| Energy feed | Top and bottom | Top and bottom |
| Magnetrons | 2 | 2 |
| Cavity | ||
| Capacity | 0.6 cu ft | 0.6 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13 x 12 x 6.8 in (W x D x H) | 13 x 12 x 6.8 in (W x D x H) |
| Largest pan | Half-size pan | Half-size pan |
| Interior | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Controls | ||
| Controls | Touch | Touch |
| Stored programs | 100 | 100 |
| Memory pads | 10 | 10 |
| Cooking stages | 4 | 4 |
| Power levels | 11 | 11 |
| Longest timer | 60 min | 60 min |
| USB menu loading | Yes | Yes |
| Door handle | Grab handle | Grab handle |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage | 208/240 V | 208/240 V |
| Plug | NEMA 6-20 | NEMA 6-20 |
| Input power | 3,200 W | 3,000 W |
| Current draw | 15.4 A | 14.4 A |
| Build | ||
| Outside dimensions | 16.5 x 22.6 x 13.5 in (W x D x H) | 16.5 x 21.6 x 13.5 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 68 lb | 68 lb |
| Stackable | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, ETL, NSF, CSA | UL, ETL, NSF, CSA |
| Parts and labor warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years | 3 years |