Midea 1217G1A vs Sharp R-22GTF

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Sharp R-22GTF is the better commercial microwave overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Sharp R-22GTF leads on warranty, duty rating and capacity. The Midea 1217G1A wins on programmability. The Midea 1217G1A costs $210 less ($1,019 vs $1,229).

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Midea 1217G1A vs Sharp R-22GTF

Which should you buy?

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 weightSharp R-22GTFMidea 1217G1A
Overall rating3.7/53.1/5
Power 25%23 1,200 W output23 1,200 W output
Capacity 15%29 0.7 cu ft cavity14 0.6 cu ft cavity
Programmability 25%72 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels93 100 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels
Duty rating 15%100 maker rates it heavy duty50 maker rates it medium duty
Warranty 20%100 3-year parts and labor30 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron

Specifications

Sharp R-22GTFMidea 1217G1A
Cooking
Output power1,200 W1,200 W
Duty ratingHeavyMedium
Energy feed-Top and bottom
Magnetrons-2
Cavity
Capacity0.7 cu ft0.6 cu ft
Inside dimensions13 x 13 x 7.1 in (W x D x H)13 x 12.2 x 6.9 in (W x D x H)
Largest pan-12 in platter
InteriorStainless steelStainless steel
Controls
ControlsTouchTouch
Stored programs20100
Cooking stages33
Power levels1111
Longest timer-60 min
USB menu loading-Yes
Braille keypad-Yes
Door handleTrigger handleGrab handle
Electrical
Voltage120 V120 V
PlugNEMA 5-20NEMA 5-20
Input power2,000 W2,000 W
Current draw17 A-
Build
Outside dimensions20.1 x 18.5 x 13.2 in (W x D x H)16.5 x 22.1 x 13.4 in (W x D x H)
Weight60 lb66.1 lb
Stackable-Yes
Certifications-UL, cUL, ETL Sanitation
Parts and labor warranty3 years1 year
Magnetron warranty3 years3 years

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