Sharp R-21LTF
#2 in Under 1,200 WFull 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$540
The Sharp R-21LTF is the better commercial microwave overall, rated 3.3 to 2.6. The Sharp R-21LTF leads on programmability and warranty. The Amana RCS10DSE wins on capacity. The Amana RCS10DSE costs $53 less ($487 vs $540).
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Amana RCS10DSE
#8 in Under 1,200 WFull review
A 1,000 W, 1.2 cu ft dial commercial microwave for cafes, server stations and moderate restaurant use. It stands out for a cavity big enough for a 14 in platter.
Amazon $487$487
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Sharp R-21LTF for programmability (20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels vs no stored programs, 1 stage, 4 power levels) and warranty (2-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron vs 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron).
- Choose the Amana RCS10DSE for capacity (1.2 cu ft cavity vs 1 cu ft cavity).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 1,200 W commercial microwave; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Sharp R-21LTF | Amana RCS10DSE |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Power 25% | 8 1,000 W output | 8 1,000 W output |
| Capacity 15% | 71 1 cu ft cavity | 100 1.2 cu ft cavity |
| Programmability 25% | 72 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels | 6 no stored programs, 1 stage, 4 power levels |
| Duty rating 15% | 50 maker rates it medium duty | 50 maker rates it medium duty |
| Warranty 20% | 65 2-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron | 30 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron |
Specifications
| Sharp R-21LTF | Amana RCS10DSE | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | ||
| Output power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Duty rating | Medium | Medium |
| Energy feed | - | Top |
| Cavity | ||
| Capacity | 1 cu ft | 1.2 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13.9 x 14.6 x 8.1 in (W x D x H) | 14.5 x 15 x 8.5 in (W x D x H) |
| Largest pan | - | 14 in platter |
| Interior | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Controls | ||
| Controls | Touch | Dial |
| Stored programs | 20 | None (dial) |
| Cooking stages | 3 | 1 |
| Power levels | 11 | 4 |
| Longest timer | - | 10 min |
| Braille keypad | Yes | No |
| Door handle | Trigger handle | Grab handle |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Plug | NEMA 5-15 | NEMA 5-15 |
| Input power | 1,600 W | 1,500 W |
| Current draw | 14 A | - |
| Build | ||
| Outside dimensions | 20.5 x 16 x 12.1 in (W x D x H) | 22 x 19 x 13.9 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 37 lb | 41 lb |
| Stackable | - | Yes |
| Certifications | - | UL, ETL, NSF, CSA |
| Parts and labor warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years | 3 years |