Sharp R-25JTF
A 2,100 W, 0.7 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for its 3-year parts and labor warranty, and needs a 208/230 V circuit.
Amazon $1,529$1,529
The Sharp R-25JTF is the better commercial microwave overall, rated 4.3 to 3.9. The Sharp R-25JTF leads on warranty and capacity. The Midea 2117G1A wins on programmability. The Midea 2117G1A costs $80 less ($1,449 vs $1,529).
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Midea 2117G1A
A 2,100 W, 0.6 cu ft programmable commercial microwave for restaurant lines and quick-service kitchens. It stands out for 100 stored programs and USB menu loading, and needs a 208/230 V circuit.
Amazon $1,449$1,449
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Sharp R-25JTF for warranty (3-year parts and labor vs 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron) and capacity (0.7 cu ft cavity vs 0.6 cu ft cavity).
- Choose the Midea 2117G1A for programmability (100 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels vs 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels).
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 | Sharp R-25JTF | Midea 2117G1A |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Power 25% | 92 2,100 W output | 92 2,100 W output |
| Capacity 15% | 29 0.7 cu ft cavity | 14 0.6 cu ft cavity |
| Programmability 25% | 72 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels | 93 100 programs, 3 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 | 30 1-year parts and labor, 3 years on the magnetron |
Specifications
| Sharp R-25JTF | Midea 2117G1A | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | ||
| Output power | 2,100 W | 2,100 W |
| Duty rating | Heavy | Heavy |
| Energy feed | - | Top and bottom |
| Magnetrons | - | 2 |
| Cavity | ||
| Capacity | 0.7 cu ft | 0.6 cu ft |
| Inside dimensions | 13 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 |
| Interior | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Controls | ||
| Controls | Touch | Touch |
| Stored programs | 20 | 100 |
| Cooking stages | 3 | 3 |
| Power levels | 11 | 11 |
| Longest timer | - | 60 min |
| USB menu loading | - | Yes |
| Braille keypad | - | Yes |
| Door handle | Trigger handle | Grab handle |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage | 208/230 V | 208/230 V |
| Plug | NEMA 6-20 | NEMA 6-20 |
| Input power | 3,200 W | 3,200 W |
| Current draw | 15.5 A | - |
| Build | ||
| Outside dimensions | 20.1 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) |
| Weight | 68 lb | 66.1 lb |
| Stackable | - | Yes |
| Certifications | - | UL, cUL, ETL Sanitation |
| Parts and labor warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Magnetron warranty | 3 years | 3 years |