General GEW 1000E Microwave Digital Touch Pad Control Review
If you need something a little more powerful than the average household microwave because you're starting a small food service business or you have a large family that relies heavily on microwave cooking, then the General GEW 1000E Microwave should do the trick. This appliance offers effective cooking power and a practical design for your small enterprise or your large home, and will serve you well for many years to come thanks to its durable construction.
This microwave is built for performance. Its sturdy construction, powerful wattage, and large capacity make it ideal in small cafes, pizzerias, lunch bars, or a large home with a hungry family. The General GEW 1000E Microwave is also built with a full stainless steel interior and exterior, and simply put, it's a commercial standard appliance made affordable for household use.
Effective Cooking Power
The General GEW 1000E Microwave consumes 1500 watts and has an output of 1000 watts, which gives it superior cooking power. Obviously, a 1000-watt output microwave cooks or reheats food more quickly than those with a lower power output. So, if you're looking for a heavy-duty microwave for your home or small business, choosing a 1000w model will be in your best interest. Additionally, the technology in this machine doesn't require a glass turntable and cooks food effectively on a flatbed surface.
Large Capacity
With its large interior of one cubic foot, this microwave can meet your heavy-duty cooking or defrosting needs. You can thaw a huge leg roast, reheat a large casserole dish, or heat several small plates at once so that everyone's food arrives piping hot at the same time. The flatbed design is also far more flexible than turntables. Fitting large and awkward dishes in the microwave will no longer be an issue.
1 cubic ft. cavity size. Picture source
User Friendly Controls
This microwave has a ten option digital control pad to allow you to select the cooking function you need with a single touch. Cooking, reheating, and defrosting modes can all be programmed with the touch sensitive pad. A clear LED display lets you know how long more your item will take to finish cooking.
Built With Safety In Mind
The durable interlock system ensures safety by interrupting the flow of microwave energy the moment the door is opened. Furthermore, the microwave is both ETL listed and holds the UL Certification Mark.
Take a look at how quickly a 1000w microwave cooked up some peanut brittles in the video above!
General GEW 1000E Microwave Digital Touch Pad Control Package Details and Accessories
- The General GEW 1000E Microwave Digital Touch Pad Control is a one piece microwave unit. It doesn't require a removable glass turntable.
- Free shipping is available within the USA
Dimensions
Amazon lists the General GEW 1000E Microwave at 12 x 14 x 20 inches and 37.8 pounds. However, I noticed a discrepancy. According to General (the manufacturer), this microwave measures 20 (W) x 14 (D) x 12 (H) inches and weighs 40 lbs. Shipping weight is 42 lbs. In this case, I would trust GE's specifications over Amazon's. Furthermore, the product specification sheet seems to confirm what General has said about the microwave.
Pros
Whether you're buying for your home or your business, this microwave has a few distinctive pros:
- Because the 1000 watt power output, the microwave cooks through food quickly. There's less risk of food with a tough, overcooked outside and a cold center.
- The flatbed design is just as effective and way more convenient than glass turntable microwaves. You can fit a large square or rectangle dish in the unit without it bumping the sides. There's no risk of chipping or damaging the glass plate too.
- Cleaning is a one step process. Simply wipe down the stainless steel interior – no need to tackle a cumbersome glass plate out of the microwave and into your sink!
Cons
- Some people may find the design not very aesthetically-pleasing and may feel that the microwave would look out of place in modern kitchens. It's not sleek or rounded and it's a bland stainless steel gray.
Having said that, if you do happen to like exposed beams, solid tiles, and strong lines of modern industrial style decor, you'll love the aesthetic. Besides, this is more of a "functionality over form" type of appliance. No point purchasing a beautiful red microwave only to have it frustrate you to no end because it won't work the way you need it to!
Consumer Ratings
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Reviewers at many independent review sites seem impressed with the solid stainless steel design and the easy to use touch pad of this microwave. Small business owners will find that it meets their needs effectively too.
General GEW 1000E Microwave Digital Touch Pad Control Price
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Summary
If cooking for your large family feels like a small business at times, then the General GEW 1000E Microwave will make a great investment. The quality stainless steel interior and exterior, large capacity, and 1000 watts power output mean this appliance can meet the full range of cooking needs, all with a touch of the digital control pad. In homes and businesses where the microwave is an essential part of daily living, this appliance will truly be a life saver.
