Sharp - 1.1 Cu. Ft. Mid-Size Microwave - White

We were looking for a reasonable priced yet good microwave oven for our apartment which doesn't come with built in microwave, and this was good for the price n also looks good on the counter top. We bought it in white to match other kitchen appliances! Does a good job though it's priced less

I moved from an apartment that came with a microwave to one that did not. So, I need a microwave. I didn't want to spend a lot of money because I don't microwave a lot. Generally just for heating water for tea or the occasional reheating of leftovers. I'm single, live alone, and generally don't cook a whole lot. Despite my limited need for a microwave, I wanted something that I could hold on to for a few years if necessary. Which is why I didn't buy the absolute cheapest available. This Sharp microwave has a clean, sleek appearance that would look nice in any space. It's not too big, but not tiny either. It doesn't have a lot of functions and features, but who really uses those things anyway? It has everything you need - clock, timer, various cook power settings and defrost options, plus the option to simply hit one button to start the microwave for 30secs cook time. (Which I've found very useful!) I've had this microwave just over a month and can't say I've experienced any problems yet. It looks nice, it works well, no complaints. I have it sitting on top of my apartment-sized fridge, works well in a small space. I think I got it for $89.99 on sale and I had some money left on a gift card too, so it turned out to be a great deal. Very happy with this microwave.

Great basic microwave. Has all the basics, (auto) defrost, beverage, popcorn, pizza, reheat. And weirder settings like 'potato', actually cooks a potato well. Tried the automatic defrost for poultry, and it does cook parts of meat when defrosting larger weight portions. So keep an eye out for that.

This is my second review on the Sharp Microwave oven. Just a little bit over a year, the door won't open anymore. I took it apart and discovered that one of the cheaply made plastic arm or arc that supports the lever was broken. I contacted Sharp and they did not have the replacement part. They want to charge me for another microwave oven, probably at a slightly below retail price. That means that a tiny plastic part is broken, and I have to replace the entire microwave oven?? What a waste of my money, time, and bad for the environment. Such as poor quality design and workmanship. No more sharp products anymore from now on.

Compact and easy to use. A little better open and close switch would be nice.

Had to return this microwave because the control panel is totally unreadable without a flashlight. Ordered it online so I was not aware. Don't understand why a manufacturer would use dark numbers and letters on a black panel. Does white cost more???

I got this unit as an open box at the Glendale Best Buy for $60. However after using it, I would have had no problem paying the full price of $109 for this unit. It cooks quickly and evenly. (I"m going from a 900 watt microwave to this one which is 11000 watts and absolutely notice the difference in cooking time(s).) If you're looking for a basic Microwave that has a few features, but not all the bells and whistles then this is for you. My only complaint is that, to this point, I haven't figured out if there is a timer feature on the microwave. The timer feature is something I use a lot when doing laundry, or need to know when something else is done, but I can always use my cell phone for that. It's just a shame that such a basic feature isn't included.

Last Sharp microwave died after 8 years of family use so was happy to replace it with another Sharp microwave. Pros+ + It still comes with a light that turns on when cooking. + Simple to use with several quick start buttons (popcorn, pizza, beverage etc.) + 1 step minute buttons - just press a number on the front and it will start two seconds later. Cons- - It is just a little bit quieter than my old Sharp which was not as quiet as other brands out there. - Oven light is only on when cooking. Old model turned light on when door was opened as well. At least it has a light still. - Still getting used to the circular door open button. Can't decide if that is better than the rectangle. Overall, for the money, I don't think the other brands come close in the low price microwave section of the market for features and quality.