What makes a microwave commercial?
A commercial microwave is built for hundreds of cycles a day rather than a few. Stainless steel cabinets and cavities stand up to constant use and cleaning, and many models feed energy from below instead of using a turntable, so there is nothing to break and more room for plates and containers. Programmable memory means staff press one button and every portion is heated the same way.
Choosing a commercial microwave
- Power: around 1000 W suits light reheating of single portions; 1400 W suits busier cafes and pubs; 1800 W twin-magnetron units handle heavy, constant use.
- Capacity: check the cavity size against your largest plate or container. Flatbed cavities without a turntable fit square containers better.
- Controls: look for programmable memory, multiple-quantity pads and staged cooking. Barcode models select the right program automatically when the product is scanned.
- Power supply: lighter models run from a standard 10 amp plug, while heavy-duty 1800 W units need a 15 amp outlet.
Our range
We stock Benchstar commercial microwaves from FED, from the 25 litre MD-1000L and 34 litre MD-1400 stainless steel models to the MD-1800 Scan & Go barcode microwave for self-service and convenience stores. We also stock Anvil commercial microwaves from 1000W to 2100W, including heavy duty dual magnetron models.
Delivery and our price-beat guarantee
We deliver Australia-wide by tailgate truck, usually within 2 to 5 business days to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide and 4 to 12 days elsewhere. Prices are shown ex GST with the GST-inclusive price alongside. Found a lower price? Send us the link under our Price-Beat Guarantee and we'll send you a one-off discount code.
Commercial microwave FAQs
Can I use a domestic microwave in a commercial kitchen?
Domestic microwaves are designed for a few uses a day. Commercial models have heavier-duty components, stainless steel cavities and programmable controls for constant use through a busy service.
What is a Scan & Go microwave?
It reads the barcode on a packaged food item and automatically selects the right cooking program, so staff or customers only press start. It suits convenience stores, service stations and self-service food stations.