Microwaves

Sharp R-995DW review

Sharp R-995DW

CHOICE Expert Rating

79%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Very good visibility through door.
  • Large pull door handle.
  • Labelling is clear with written functions and symbols.
  • Digital display is bright and clear.
  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • 2 enamel square trays, low rack and high rack provided.
  • Sealed touch controls easy to wipe over.
  • No exposed grill element.
  • Few seams on the exterior. White exterior easy to clean.
  • Oven stops and beeps to prompt user to turn food.
  • Has 2 shelf runners for oven tray.
  • Audio feedback to prompt user to put food in once preheated on convection mode.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Noticeable fan noise after cooking completed.
  • Stainless steel interior OK to wipe over, requires extra attention.
  • Some brushed stainless steel on door handle requires extra attention.
  • Possible discolouration of stainless steel interior, difficult to remove.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
79%
Cooking performance score
81%
Ease of use score
74%
Visibility rating
Very good
Cooking vegetables score
80%
Defrosting mince meat score
87%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
90%
Reheating score
73%
Grilling score
90%
High temperature baking score
75%
Combination roasting score
80%
Combination baking pizza
70%

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
89%
Brand satisfaction score
83%
Country of origin
Thailand
Warranty (years)
1
Shop Ethical rating
D

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Availability
Tested model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
5
Microwave wattage (W)
1000
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
37 x 54 x 55
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
25 x 38 x 39
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
35
Usable volume (L)
37
Website
sharp.net.au

Cost

Price
$1,039.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$12.84
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$29.48

Features

Sensor cook
Sensor reheat
Auto cook
Auto reheat
Adjust time during cooking
Quick boost start
Inverter technology
Delayed start or pre-set cooking
Kitchen timer (standalone)
Multi-stage cooking
Child lock

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