Our take
Safeplus Retro_02 is a compact 0.7-cu.-ft. countertop microwave with a 9.5-in. tray and 120-V/60-Hz supply; its microwave output and original finish are unknown.
Choose Retro_02 when a 0.7-cu.-ft. compact format and a documented 9.5-in. turntable fit the counter and dishes. Sharp SMC0710BW is a useful compact comparison with official 700-W output and a 10-in. tray; Safeplus's 700-W figure is input/consumption, not cooking output. The Amazon link points to a current exact-model gold variant, while the original candidate's finish and historical ASIN remain unresolved..
Choose another model if you require a verified microwave-output rating, a turntable of at least 10 inches or a confirmed finish matching the frozen listing.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The exact model record lists a 9.5-in. turntable and standard 120-V/60-Hz supply.
- The 0.7-cu.-ft. cavity and countertop placement are documented.
- The current Amazon page independently identifies model Retro_02 and its exact part number.
What to weigh up
- The 700-W specification is consumption, not verified microwave cooking output.
- The direct ASIN is a gold variant and is not mapped to the historical candidate ASIN.
- Sensor cooking, trim-kit fit and commercial-duty classification are unknown.
The key details
| Model covered | Retro_02 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | The saved exact-model record lists a 0.7-cu.-ft. countertop cavity. |
| Microwave output | The record's 700-W figure describes consumption; exact microwave cooking output is unknown. |
| Cooking approach | Five power levels and six programs are listed; sensor cooking is not established. |
| Installation options | Countertop use is supported; no exact trim-kit route is documented. |
| Finish and turntable | The source lists a 9.5-in. turntable and 120-V/60-Hz supply; original finish is unknown. |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Will the 0.7-cu.-ft. cavity fit the routine?
The saved Retro_02 record lists a 0.7-cu.-ft. cavity, placing this model in the compact end of the microwave range. That may suit a small counter, snacks or reheating modest portions, but the volume does not prove a favorite container will fit. The exact record gives a 9.5-in. turntable, which helps compare round dishes. Check both the plate base and the rotating clearance. Sharp SMC0710BW lists a 10-in. turntable and the same nominal capacity, offering a concrete tray-size comparison.
Is 700 W a verified microwave output?
No. The saved product record describes 700 W as energy use or consumption, not clearly as microwave cooking output. Input and output are different measurements, so the matching profile leaves the output field null. This means Safeplus cannot be ranked against Sharp SMC0710BW's official 700-W output using that number. A buyer who requires a minimum output should check an exact manufacturer's specification or appliance nameplate before purchase rather than treating a broad product title as a cooking-power claim.
What control functions are documented?
The saved model record lists five power levels and six programs, while the Amazon listing page identifies the exact Retro_02 model and part. These controls provide preset and adjustable choices, but the source does not identify a humidity sensor. Keep sensorCooking unknown rather than assigning a feature from a similar-looking retro microwave. A buyer who wants automatic sensor cooking should select an exact model with explicit sensor documentation. The control count also does not reveal how every program behaves or how long foods require.
Is the compact tray suitable for your plates?
The product record gives a 9.5-in. turntable. Compare that number with the plate's base, not its rim, and allow space for rotation. A plate can be too large even when its nominal diameter is close to the tray size. No cavity width or tall-dish clearance is used here, so confirm the physical unit before choosing it for containers that need headroom. Sharp SMC0710BW lists a 10-in. tray, which provides a slightly larger documented round-dish path in a similar 0.7-cu.-ft. class.
Which Amazon link matches the model?
Amazon's current item page identifies Safeplus Retro_02 and manufacturer part EP_23853_GD. It is a gold variant with ASIN B08CBBZ73R. That direct page proves a current exact-model identity but does not establish that the frozen historical B08C9SLQ5M maps to the same offer or finish. The listing is therefore described explicitly as gold, and the original item's variant stays unknown. Use the tagged search when a gold finish is not wanted; verify the exact model and color before purchasing.
What supply and installation route are known?
The saved exact-model record lists 120 V / 60 Hz and countertop use, which supports the standard U.S. electrical match. It does not provide a full circuit recommendation or a built-in kit. Follow the unit's rating plate and installation instructions for amperage, grounding, ventilation and counter clearance. The direct Amazon link is a current exact Retro_02 listing, while the model's original finish and historic ASIN remain separate unknowns. This is a countertop product record, not an assertion that a trim kit is available.
What else to compare
Compare Sharp SMC0710BW for the same 0.7-cu.-ft. size with sourced 700-W output and a 10-in. tray.
Before you buy
What is the capacity and tray size?
The saved model record lists 0.7 cu. ft. and a 9.5-in. turntable.
Is 700 W its microwave output?
No. The record labels 700 W as consumption, so cooking output remains unknown.
Does Amazon identify the model?
The current linked page identifies Retro_02 / EP_23853_GD, a gold variant separate from the frozen ASIN.
Is 120-V/60-Hz supply documented?
Yes. The saved exact-model record lists 120-V/60-Hz supply.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
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.
- Saved exact-model Safeplus Retro_02 product record and current Amazon listing for model/part-number cross-check ↗ — checked October 5, 2026.
- Saved Safeplus Retro_02 product record; lists 0.7 cu. ft., 9.5-in. turntable, 120-V/60-Hz supply, five levels and six programs; its 700-W wording is consumption, not microwave output. ↗ — checked October 5, 2026.
- Amazon item details identify Safeplus model Retro_02, MPN EP_23853_GD and ASIN B08CBBZ73R; the listing is the gold variant and is not a crosswalk to frozen ASIN B08C9SLQ5M. ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 11, 2026.
- Amazon US model listing checked October 11, 2026; current condition, price, and availability are confirmed by the seller.
The decision
Retro_02 offers a compact 0.7-cu.-ft. countertop design, 9.5-in. turntable and 120-V/60-Hz supply. Its output and original finish are unknown; the direct Amazon listing is a separate gold variant.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.