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Galanz
GLCMKZ11GNR10 Retro Countertop Microwave

Surf Green retro model with 12.4-in. glass turntable. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

The Galanz GLCMKZ11GNR10 stands out for its Surf Green finish and a well-defined set of quick programs: seven auto-cook menus, ten auto-reheat modes, and eleven power levels. Galanz lists 1.1 cu. ft., 1,000 W output, and a 12.4-inch glass turntable for the exact green suffix's shared color family. Consider it when those controls and the color suit your counter; its preset menus do not establish sensor cooking or a particular food result.

Consider it for

A retro-colored countertop microwave for buyers who want documented menu choices and turntable size.

Look elsewhere if

Look elsewhere if you need a verified trim-kit installation, documented commercial duty, a measured input rating, or a confirmed sensor-cooking feature.

Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • Galanz names the exact Surf Green model suffix and separates it from red, blue, and black variants.
  • The product page lists 1,000 W output, eleven power levels, and a 12.4-inch glass turntable.
  • Seven auto-cook menus and ten auto-reheat modes give the controls more variety than a basic timed model.

What to weigh up

  • The 1.1-cu.-ft. capacity is smaller than the larger Frigidaire Professional models in this draft.
  • Auto-cook and reheat menus do not by themselves confirm a sensor-cooking system.
  • Optional trim-kit installation and electrical input are not specified on the product page reviewed.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredGLCMKZ11GNR10
Capacity1.1 cu. ft.
Microwave output1,000 W rated microwave output
Cooking approachEleven power levels; seven auto-cook menus and ten auto-reheat modes
Installation optionsCountertop; 120 V / 60 Hz
Finish and turntableSurf Green; 12.4-in. glass turntable

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

The green suffix is a real variant, not a generic color guess

Galanz's family page identifies GLCMKZ11GNR10 as Surf Green, alongside separate codes for Hot Rod Red, Bebop Blue, and Vinyl Black. The green model is therefore recorded as its own exact variant instead of being folded into the red code embedded in the page URL or treated as an interchangeable listing. The page says the four colors share the same feature set. A shopper who is choosing by color can use that direct manufacturer naming, while still checking that the product label and current seller result carry the GNR10 suffix. Color changes the room fit and appearance; it does not change the documented capacity or power rating shown for this family.

Preset variety is the clearest control feature

The GLCMKZ11 family page lists seven auto-cook menus for foods such as popcorn, vegetables, oatmeal, corn, and rice, plus ten auto-reheat modes that include drinks, dinner plates, pizza, soup, and pasta. It also documents quick start, time or weight defrost, and eleven variable power levels. These menus give buyers concrete choices to compare with a simpler timer-driven unit. Galanz does not say here that the menus use a food sensor, so this profile does not tag sensor cooking merely because the controls say auto-cook or auto-reheat. Use the mode names and the instruction manual to understand how the selections are intended to work; do not read the menu count as a promise of uniform results for every portion.

The turntable measurement helps with real dishes

The manufacturer lists a 12.4-inch glass turntable and a 1.1-cu.-ft. cavity. The platter diameter is more directly useful than capacity when you have a plate or bowl you want to rotate, although container shape and the remaining cavity clearance still matter. The exterior is 21.1 inches wide, 16.9 inches deep, and 11.2 inches high, with a listed product weight of 29.8 pounds. Measure the counter and check access around the handle and door, not just the appliance's footprint. The page does not document trim-kit compatibility, so the supported category use here is the countertop configuration named in the product description.

Use the wattage and voltage labels carefully

Galanz lists 1,000 W as rated microwave output and gives a supply of 120 V at 60 Hz. Those are useful specifications for comparing the model with other household microwaves. The cited page does not provide a separate electrical-input wattage or current, so do not infer those figures from the 1,000-W output. It also does not claim commercial foodservice use. If a particular circuit, worksite, or safety requirement matters, look for the exact rating plate and installation instructions rather than translating cooking output into a wiring requirement. This is an appliance described for the countertop; any cabinet installation needs affirmative model-specific directions that are not established in the sources reviewed.

Keep adjacent color models separate when ordering

The product's attractive retro styling is useful only if the delivered suffix is the color you intend to buy. GNR10 denotes the Surf Green variant on Galanz's page; RDR10, BER10, and BKR10 identify other colors. The historical ASIN B0BXTBL8QC was not verified against a current exact page, so this guide does not send users directly to it. Instead, the purchase route searches the exact GLCMKZ11GNR10 model and Surf Green wording. Check the product label, the seller's photos, and any included documentation before ordering. These steps guard against a similar-looking color listing without making claims about current stock, condition, or price.

What else to compare

The Toshiba EM925A5A-BS is a compact 0.9-cu.-ft. option with a documented 900-W output and explicit counter clearances. The Galanz offers a larger 1.1-cu.-ft. cavity, 1,000 W output, and a much broader list of auto menus; Amana's commercial RCS10DSE instead targets documented foodservice use and dial operation.

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Before you buy

What color is the GLCMKZ11GNR10?

Galanz identifies the GLCMKZ11GNR10 as Surf Green. Its page lists separate suffixes for the red, blue, and black versions.

Does this microwave have sensor cooking?

Galanz lists auto-cook and auto-reheat menus, but the cited page does not say they use a food sensor. Sensor cooking remains unconfirmed.

What size turntable does Galanz list?

The manufacturer specifies a 12.4-inch glass turntable. Check a dish's shape and clearance as well as its diameter before assuming it will rotate freely.

Where can I check the current price?

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Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product 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

Choose GLCMKZ11GNR10 when Surf Green, an 11-level control range, a 12.4-inch turntable, and its named auto menus fit your household routine. Confirm the exact green suffix on the item and do not assume sensor cooking or a built-in trim-kit route from the retro countertop styling.

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