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Amana
AMC2166AS 1.6-cu.-ft. Sensor Countertop Microwave

1.6-cu.-ft. stainless sensor model with optional trim route. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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THE SHORT ANSWER

Our take

Amana AMC2166AS is a stainless 1.6-cu.-ft. countertop microwave with 1,200-W cooking output, sensor cook/reheat, ten levels and an optional trim-kit path in the exact-code AJ Madison record. That source lists 120 V and 15 A but does not state 60 Hz, so the model cannot be treated as a verified 120-V/60-Hz match. It confirms a turntable without giving its diameter. The historic Amazon page failed; use the tagged exact-model search and verify the voltage frequency and kit details before planning a purchase or built-in installation.

Consider it for

A household counter user who wants sensor cooking and a 1.6-cu.-ft. cavity, and who will confirm frequency and trim-kit fit before installation..

Look elsewhere if

Do not select it when exact 120-V/60-Hz documentation, a specific turntable diameter, a confirmed trim-kit part number or a direct ASIN mapping is required.

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Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • The exact-code record lists 1.6 cu. ft. and 1,200 W of cooking power.
  • Sensor cook and sensor reheat are identified with ten power levels.
  • The model is countertop-capable and has an optional trim-kit route.

What to weigh up

  • Frequency is not stated alongside the 120-V/15-A field, so U.S. supply compatibility remains unknown.
  • The source does not publish electrical input wattage, turntable diameter or exact trim-kit number.
  • The historical Amazon page failed and the ASIN is not used directly.
Specifications and exact model details

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredAMC2166AS
Capacity1.6 cu. ft. capacity in the exact-code product record
Microwave output1,200 W cooking power; electrical input wattage remains unknown
Cooking approachSensor cook and sensor reheat, ten levels and touchmatic controls are documented
Installation optionsCountertop configuration with an optional built-in trim kit; exact kit fit is not established
Finish and turntableStainless finish and turntable are documented; numeric tray diameter is unknown

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 13, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

Full review: how the features affect your choice

What the features mean for you

Use the exact AMC2166AS code for this stainless model

AJ Madison's exact-code record names Amana AMC2166AS and identifies stainless finish. Keep this residential model separate from Amana's commercial RCS products: a shared brand does not establish the same duty class or electrical package. The frozen historical record also names AMC2166AS, but its Amazon page failed, so the ASIN is not considered a verified current offer. The exact code is the important search term for a manual and any accessory check. Confirm that the seller's page shows AMC2166AS rather than an AMC2165-family variant before using its specifications.

A 1.6-cu.-ft. cavity pairs with a 1,200-W output rating

The exact-code record lists 1.6 cu. ft. of capacity and 1,200 W of cooking power. This is a sizable household cavity compared with the compact models in the roster. The source does not give an exact turntable diameter, so check the actual platter and cavity dimensions for large dishes. The 1,200-W number is explicitly described as cooking power; electrical input watts are not stated and must not be copied from a related model. Capacity and output help compare the option, but neither guarantees fit or a particular cooking result.

Sensor cook and sensor reheat add automatic guidance

AJ Madison's exact-code page marks sensor cooking as present and describes both Sensor Cook and Sensor Reheat. It also lists ten power levels and Touchmatic controls. Those features give a buyer more than manual timer settings to consider, but the product record does not identify a numeric sensor-menu count. Use the instructions for food type and quantity rather than assuming every cycle handles every serving size. The profile records sensor cooking as true because the exact-code source names it; no claim is made about measured accuracy or a guaranteed outcome.

Countertop use and trim-kit use are separate choices

The exact-code record identifies AMC2166AS as a countertop model and also marks an optional built-in trim kit as available. It does not supply the kit's part number or cabinet cutout in the saved entry. Treat the kit as a separate accessory and verify its model-specific fit before planning a cabinet installation. For counter use, check width, depth, ventilation and door clearance against the actual location. The turntable is confirmed, but the diameter is not, so neither a 12-inch nor a 15-inch platter requirement can be matched from this source alone.

The listing does not complete the electrical check

AJ Madison lists 120 V and 15 A for AMC2166AS, but the exact record does not give frequency. The standard U.S. matcher requires both 120 V and 60 Hz, so the profile leaves mainsCompatibility unknown rather than inferring frequency from the market. It also does not state input watts. Check the actual rating plate and matching owner guide for frequency, circuit, grounding, plug and trim-kit installation requirements. The distinction is practical: output supports cooking-spec comparison, while input and circuit details govern electrical planning.

Use its exact-model search to verify the current product identity

The old candidate Amazon page for B008FPPQYW returned an internal error and cannot support a direct ASIN link. The tagged search names AMC2166AS and countertop microwave, but a result should be checked for that full code and stainless finish. Do not transfer claims from the related AMC2165A manual because the saved documentation does not formally crosswalk that manual to AMC2166AS. For a purchase that depends on a kit or electrical detail, obtain the exact AMC2166AS manual and part number. The durable choice facts are capacity, output, sensor controls, countertop form and the known supply-information gap.

Compare for your needs

For a documented U.S. supply and optional kit, compare KitchenAid KCMS1555SSS; for commercial shared use, compare Amana Commercial RCS10TS.

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Before you buy

What cooking output does AMC2166AS list?

AJ Madison's exact-code record states 1,200 W of cooking power; electrical input wattage remains unknown.

Does it have sensor cooking?

The exact-code page lists Sensor Cook and Sensor Reheat and marks sensor cooking as present.

Is it compatible with 120 V / 60 Hz?

The source lists 120 V / 15 A but not frequency. The 60-Hz requirement remains unconfirmed.

Can it be built into a cabinet?

The exact-code record says an optional trim kit is available, but it does not give the part number. Verify the exact fit and cutout.

How large is its turntable?

The source confirms a turntable but gives no numeric diameter. Check the actual platter and cavity before buying.

Where can I check the current price?

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Sources and review basis

Sources & review basis

We use the linked product documentation for the features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

AMC2166AS combines 1.6 cu. ft., 1,200-W output, sensor cooking and an optional kit. Its supply frequency, turntable diameter, kit number and ASIN mapping remain unknown, so verify them before relying on those requirements.

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