The Midea 1034N1A is the better commercial microwave overall, rated 3.3 to 2.5. The Midea 1034N1A leads on capacity, duty rating and programmability. The Panasonic NE-1054F costs $148.02 less ($351.98 vs $500).
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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 $500A 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 $351.98Each 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 | Midea 1034N1A | Panasonic NE-1054F |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Power 25% | 8 1,000 W output | 8 1,000 W output |
| Capacity 15% | 100 1.2 cu ft cavity | 43 0.8 cu ft cavity |
| Programmability 25% | 81 100 programs, 3 stages, 5 power levels | 62 20 programs, 3 stages, 6 power levels |
| Duty rating 15% | 50 maker rates it medium duty | 0 maker rates it light duty |
| Warranty 20% | 30 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron | 30 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron |
| Midea 1034N1A | Panasonic NE-1054F | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | ||
| Output power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Duty rating | Medium | Light |
| Energy feed | Bottom | Bottom |
| Magnetrons | 1 | - |
| Cavity | ||
| Capacity | 1.2 cu ft | 0.8 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 15.1 x 14.6 x 9 in (W x D x H) | 13 x 13 x 8.1 in (W x D x H) |
| Largest pan | 14 in platter | Half-size 6 in deep pan |
| Interior | Stainless steel | - |
| Controls | ||
| Controls | Touch | Touch |
| Stored programs | 100 | 20 |
| Memory pads | - | 10 |
| Cooking stages | 3 | 3 |
| Power levels | 5 | 6 |
| Longest timer | 60 min | 99 min |
| Braille keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Door handle | Grab handle | Grab handle |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Plug | NEMA 5-15 | NEMA 5-15 |
| Input power | 1,600 W | - |
| Current draw | - | 13.4 A |
| Build | ||
| Outside dimensions | 21.8 x 19.2 x 13.5 in (W x D x H) | 20.1 x 16.5 x 12 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 40.6 lb | 34 lb |
| Stackable | Yes | - |
| Certifications | UL, cUL, ETL Sanitation | UL, NSF |
| Parts and labor warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
