Microwave Oven Review
Microwave ovens provide a unique opportunity in the commercial kitchen to perform a variety of tasks. From actually steaming and cooking food, to defrosting, rethermalizing and reheating foods, microwave ovens are a real gem in any kitchen. They are also perfect for cooking smaller items like baked potatoes, heating up soups, or warming up dinner rolls and breads. They have a small footprint, can be plugged in anywhere, do not require ventilation and do not heat up the area around them, making them suitable for any environment, from large commercial kitchens to food trucks and concession stands. With today’s technological advances enabling microwave ovens to feature multiple integrated functions, there are numerous microwave ovens on the market available for venues looking to expand their menu options.
Versatile and .multifunctional, microwave ovens aren't just for heating up food anymore. Some microwave ovens, such as the Amana commercial microwave oven described below, uses multiple heating methods to enable cooks to bring food from the freezer straight to the table, without compromising on texture or appearance. If you are looking to add a microwave oven to your cooking arsenal, be sure to take into account how much you will be using it, what types of foods you plan on using it for, as well as output and speed requirements.
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Panasonic NE-3280 Sonic Steamer Microwave Oven | Amana RC30S2 3000 Watt Programmable Stainless Commercial Microwave
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Amana HDC182 Stackable 1800 Watt Stainless Commercial C-Max Microwave | |
Price | $5,337.71 | $3.912.75 | $1,876.50 |
Power | 3200 watts | 3000 watts | 1800 watts |
Size | 21-1/16"W x 13"D x 9-7/8"H cavity | 16-1/2"W x 21-5/8"D x 13-1/2"H | 13.5"H x 16.75"W x 22.75"D |
Warranty | 3 year parts, labor, and magnetron | 3 year full warranty | 3 year full warranty |
Heating Method | Steaming or Microwave | Microwave | Microwave |
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High-volume settings such as schools, healthcare facilities, cafeteria/buffet operations | Fast casual and other restaurant kitchens requiring basic microwave use |
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