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 capacity. The Frigidaire Commercial EMW965 costs $282.52 less ($257.48 vs $540).
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Frigidaire Commercial EMW965
#11 in Under 1,200 WFull 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$257.48
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Sharp R-21LTF for capacity (1 cu ft cavity vs 0.9 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 | Frigidaire Commercial EMW965 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 57 0.9 cu ft cavity |
| Programmability 25% | 72 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels | 50 10 programs (rest not published) |
| Duty rating 15% | 50 maker rates it medium duty | 50 duty rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 65 2-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Sharp R-21LTF | Frigidaire Commercial EMW965 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | ||
| Output power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Duty rating | Medium | - |
| Cavity | ||
| Capacity | 1 cu ft | 0.9 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13.9 x 14.6 x 8.1 in (W x D x H) | - |
| Interior | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Controls | ||
| Controls | Touch | Touch |
| Stored programs | 20 | - |
| Memory pads | - | 10 |
| Cooking stages | 3 | - |
| Power levels | 11 | - |
| Braille keypad | Yes | - |
| Door handle | Trigger handle | - |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | - |
| Plug | NEMA 5-15 | - |
| Input power | 1,600 W | - |
| Current draw | 14 A | - |
| Build | ||
| Outside dimensions | 20.5 x 16 x 12.1 in (W x D x H) | - |
| Weight | 37 lb | - |
| Certifications | - | NSF |
| Parts and labor warranty | 2 years | - |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years | - |