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Sharp R-530EST Stainless Countertop Microwave

Stainless 2.0-cu.-ft. sensor microwave with a 16-in. turntable and optional Sharp built-in kits. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Sharp Electronics Corporation's R-530EST sheet confirms this exact stainless model as a 2.0-cu.-ft., 1,200-W microwave with a 16-in. turntable. It lists 33 automatic settings, Smart & Easy sensor programs for 13 foods and separate Frozen Food Sensor settings. The higher electrical requirement, 1.65 kW / 13.8 A, is not the same measure as 1,200-W microwave output. Sharp also documents optional stainless 27- and 30-in. built-in kits for R-530EST. The old B00BJ76PZ2 Amazon page returned an internal error, so the tagged model search avoids claiming that ASIN is an exact current offer. This is a manufacturer-document review, not a personal test or buyer-review summary.

Consider it for

A full-size stainless Sharp for a countertop or properly planned optional built-in location where a 2.0-cu.-ft. cavity, documented sensor programs and 16-in. rotating tray suit the cookware and cabinet dimensions..

Look elsewhere if

Avoid it if the 24-in. body will not fit, if you need a lower-power compact oven, or if commercial-duty classification is required. For a built-in setup, confirm the exact Sharp kit and cabinet opening rather than enclosing the bare oven.

Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • Sharp publishes the exact R-530EST model, stainless finish, 2.0-cu.-ft. capacity and 1,200-W output.
  • The specification sheet expressly documents Smart & Easy sensor settings for 13 foods and frozen-food sensor settings.
  • The 16-in. turntable and cavity dimensions provide useful fit checks for broad dishes and cookware.
  • Sharp names two optional stainless built-in kit sizes for the exact model, in addition to countertop eligibility in its support-family listing.

What to weigh up

  • The 24-in. width and 16-in. turntable require more counter or cabinet space than compact microwaves.
  • The manual sheet lists 1.65 kW / 13.8 A input; plan the electrical supply separately from the 1,200-W cooking-output figure.
  • The optional 27- and 30-in. kits add an installation decision and do not establish that any cabinet opening will fit.
  • Sharp's exact sheet does not classify R-530EST for commercial or foodservice duty, and the old Amazon ASIN remains unverified.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredR-530EST
Capacity2.0 cu. ft. nominal capacity; Sharp notes actual food-holding capacity is less than the maximum-dimension calculation
Microwave output1,200 W microwave output, separate from 1.65 kW / 13.8 A input at 120 V, single-phase, 60 Hz
Cooking approachSmart & Easy sensor settings for 13 food types and separate Frozen Food Sensor settings; 33 automatic settings, seven-digit two-color display, eight Defrost Center options including Super Defrost, Let's Cook, Beverage Center and Keep Warm Plus
Installation optionsOutside dimensions 24 × 13⅜ × 19⅛ in.; cavity 17⅜ × 10½ × 18⅝ in.; optional stainless kits RK-51S27 (27 in.) and RK-51S30 (30 in.) are named for exact R-530EST
Finish and turntableStainless steel finish and 16-in. turntable

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Sharp confirms the exact R-530EST stainless model

The frozen row leaves the structured brand and model fields blank, but its title names Sharp R-530EST. Sharp Electronics Corporation's own sheet repeats that exact model number and specifies stainless steel, so the variant is verified from maker evidence. Sharp's support article is for related R530ES and calls that product line countertop; use it only for category context, not to replace the exact R-530EST code or transfer specifications. Keep R-530EST distinct from R-530ES and similarly named Sharp models; no alias is established.

Large cavity, rotating tray and outside dimensions

Sharp lists 2.0 cu. ft., a 16-in. turntable, 24 × 13⅜ × 19⅛-in. external dimensions and a 17⅜ × 10½ × 18⅝-in. cavity. Measure the usable counter or cabinet space and the actual dish because nominal capacity does not guarantee a specific platter fits or turns freely. These are published specifications, not a cookware-fit test.

Sensor controls are explicitly documented

Sharp describes Smart & Easy sensor settings that adjust time and power for 13 food categories and separately lists Frozen Food Sensor settings. That is direct sensor evidence for R-530EST, unlike a page that only names automatic menus. The sheet also lists 33 automatic settings and eight Defrost Center options; those are separate control counts, not additional sensor claims. The exact-model sheet confirms sensor cooking.

Separate cooking output from electrical input

The exact-model table lists 1,200 W output and separately gives 1.65 kW / 13.8 A for a 120-V, single-phase, 60-Hz supply. The input and amperage are the electrical demand; they should not be substituted for the microwave-output figure when comparing cooking ratings. Check the installation instructions and actual circuit before choosing a location.

Optional built-in kits are model-specific

Sharp names stainless RK-51S27 for a 27-in. opening and RK-51S30 for a 30-in. opening as optional kits for R-530EST. The same exact-model sheet says the oven can be built into a cabinet or wall with an appropriate listed Sharp kit. Sharp's builder guide stresses using the correct kit and notes that not every microwave is suitable for built-in installation. This confirms a model-specific kit path but does not guarantee fit to an arbitrary cabinet; verify the opening against the current kit instructions.

Confirm the exact Amazon model result

The historical Amazon page for B00BJ76PZ2 returned an internal error. The destination is a tagged search for Sharp R-530EST, not a direct claim that the old ASIN is current or variant-matched. Confirm the full EST suffix and stainless finish on any result. The maker sheet does not classify R-530EST for foodservice use. No current price, stock, sales or Amazon buyer-review claim is made.

What else to compare

If the large body or turntable will not fit, choose a smaller model with manufacturer-published exterior and tray dimensions. If commercial-duty classification matters, select equipment whose maker expressly identifies it for foodservice. For this model's optional built-in route, use the specified stainless kit and verify the cabinet plan first.

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Before you buy

What capacity and output does the R-530EST have?

Sharp lists 2.0 cu. ft. and 1,200 W output, separately from 1.65 kW / 13.8 A electrical input.

Does it have sensor cooking?

Yes. Sharp documents Smart & Easy sensor settings for 13 foods and separate frozen-food sensor settings.

How large is the turntable?

Sharp specifies a 16-in. turntable and publishes the cavity and outside dimensions for additional fit checks.

Can it use a built-in kit?

Sharp lists optional stainless RK-51S27 (27 in.) and RK-51S30 (30 in.) kits for R-530EST. Check the exact kit instructions and opening dimensions.

Is it classified for commercial foodservice?

The reviewed exact-model sheet does not give a commercial-duty classification, so that attribute remains unknown.

Does ASIN B00BJ76PZ2 directly match a current Amazon listing?

Its historical page returned an internal error. Use the tagged R-530EST search and verify the exact stainless model in the result.

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.

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The decision

Sharp confirms R-530EST as a stainless 2.0-cu.-ft. model with 1,200 W output, 16-in. turntable, explicit Smart & Easy and frozen-food sensors, and optional RK-51S27/RK-51S30 kits. Its 1.65-kW / 13.8-A input is separate from output. Commercial duty is not classified, and the historical Amazon ASIN did not load; use the tagged exact-model search.

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