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Choose the right power and controls for your kitchen.
A commercial microwave is often the hardest-working thing in the kitchen.
Commercial microwaves are built to be opened, loaded and run hundreds of times a day. The biggest decision is power: the more watts, the faster each plate heats and the more plates you can serve in a rush.
As a rule of thumb, match the power to how many times a day you will use it.
| Power | Best for | Typical users |
|---|---|---|
| 1000W to 1200W | Reheating and regenerating at a steady pace | Cafés, staff rooms, pubs and small kitchens |
| 1500W to 1900W | Heavy use and fast turnaround in a rush | Busy restaurants, takeaways and canteens |
| Combination | Microwave plus convection and grill, so food browns and crisps | Kitchens without space for a separate oven |
Higher wattage cuts the time for each portion. If you are heating plates back to back at lunchtime, a heavy-duty model keeps the queue moving.
Manual microwaves have a dial or simple buttons. They are quick to learn, which suits kitchens with lots of different staff.
Programmable microwaves store set times and power levels for each dish. Staff press one button and every portion comes out the same, every shift. Many also have a double or triple quantity button to scale the time for bigger batches.
Domestic microwaves are designed for a few uses a day. Commercial models have tougher door hinges and latches, more robust magnetrons and cavities that are easier to clean, so they stand up to the constant use of a business kitchen.
For steady reheating in a café, pub or staff room, a 1000W commercial microwave is a popular choice. If you are heating many portions back to back, a 1500W to 1900W heavy-duty model will be noticeably faster.
A flatbed microwave has no turntable. The energy is spread from below, so the whole base is usable and there are no moving parts to break or clean around.
Only if the manufacturer says so. Some commercial models allow shallow metal containers, most do not. Check the instructions for your model.
Marine spec microwaves are built to run on the 60Hz power supply used on many boats and offshore sites.
