My old Sharp Carousel microwave broke after 20 years. I really miss it. I settled on this microwave after trying and returning 2 others (one was the Sharp SMC1655BS). This one is smaller than the old one, but that is no problem. Here are the problems after using it for a couple of months. The least favorite first 1. The buttons are smaller and harder to use and are hard to see (not enough contrast) 2. The turntable is wobbly and comes out easily because the wheels are too big and it doesn't seat all the way. 3. In order to prevent overcooking I set power to 90. While the instructions for 1100 watts say that you have to adjust times, the old microwave was exact and spoiled me. 4. The LEDs can't be read in a bright kitchen because you see the inside of the display – I solved this by putting a light dimmer sheet over it (dark plastic stick on). 5. Because the feet are so small, it slides/moves when you push the door button. 6. It is noisier than the old one, but not too bad. 7. As mentioned by many others, selecting individual seconds is a pain. I stuck with Sharp because my very first microwave was Sharp and it lasted over 30 years (it was handed down to my mom and it was in sad shape, but was still working). I also got tired of shopping for a new oven and settled for this. This oven fits what I needed as far as size and it cooks food and heats my coffee. I use it several times a day so we will see how it

This microwave heats food well and is a great price however there are two small things that bother me about using it. 1) as noted elsewhere the numbers are a little hard to read in dim light. 2) the door closes by itself very quickly. So if I open the door then reach down to grab something from the counter with two hands to put it in if I am not very quick about it the door will be too far shut to actually get the item in the microwave. This can be irritating when trying to warm big items. But overall I am happy with this purchase and would consider this a 4 star item. good but not perfect.

It was the only one in the size we wanted and the price was good. con:The light only goes on when the microwave is running and goes out when you open the door. Also, we have not figured out how to set it for a specific amount of minutes AND seconds. For instance, you cannot choose 1 minute and 20 seconds. It has to be either in whole minutes or 30 second intervals.

Needed a medium size microwave oven, primarily for warming food. This Sharp model was decently priced. Turns out to be easy to use and attractively matches the stainless steel appliances in my kitchen.

Perfect for the price and size, not many bells and whistles but does the job at the right price