Sharp R-21LVF vs Sharp R-22GTF

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Sharp R-22GTF rates 3.7 among 1,200 W and up commercial microwaves; the Sharp R-21LVF rates 2.7 among under 1,200 W ones. The Sharp R-21LVF costs $829 less ($400 vs $1,229).

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Sharp R-21LVF vs Sharp R-22GTF

Scores side by side

These two sit in different power class classes (1,200 W and up and under 1,200 W), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power class peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightSharp R-22GTFSharp R-21LVF
Overall rating3.7/52.7/5
Power 25%23 1,200 W output8 1,000 W output
Capacity 15%29 0.7 cu ft cavity71 1 cu ft cavity
Programmability 25%72 20 programs, 3 stages, 11 power levels37 10 programs, 1 power level (rest not published)
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-22GTFSharp R-21LVF
Cooking
Output power1,200 W1,000 W
Duty ratingHeavyMedium
Cavity
Capacity0.7 cu ft1 cu ft
Inside dimensions13 x 13 x 7.1 in (W x D x H)13.9 x 14.6 x 8.1 in (W x D x H)
InteriorStainless steelStainless steel
Controls
ControlsTouchTouch
Stored programs2010
Cooking stages3-
Power levels111
Braille keypad-Yes
Door handleTrigger handleTrigger handle
Electrical
Voltage120 V120 V
PlugNEMA 5-20NEMA 5-15
Input power2,000 W1,600 W
Current draw17 A14 A
Build
Outside dimensions20.1 x 18.5 x 13.2 in (W x D x H)20.5 x 16 x 12.1 in (W x D x H)
Weight60 lb37 lb
Parts and labor warranty3 years1 year
Magnetron warranty3 years3 years

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