FRIGIDAIRE RMW987-RED 0.9 cu. ft. Retro Microwave
- Countertop Microwave Oven
- 0.9 cu ft
- 900 watts
- Touch
A functional, easy-to-read compact microwave if the retro styling fits your kitchen, but inspect it on arrival given more than one report of shipping damage.
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How it ranks among the 85 countertop microwave ovens we track
4.2★ across 109 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
A 0.9 cu ft retro-styled countertop microwave in red, with 900 watts, five power levels, and speed/weight defrost settings. Built for kitchens where the retro look matters as much as the function.
- 0.9 cu ft, 900 watts, retro red finish
- Five power levels
- Speed and weight defrost settings
- Child safety lock
Who it's for
Buyers who want a compact microwave with retro styling for a kitchen, apartment or accessibility setup where reach and simple controls matter. Less suited to anyone who wants a larger-capacity microwave or has no patience for a possible shipping-damage return.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Several owners praise how easy the controls are to read and use, including one who bought it specifically to give a wheelchair-using family member safer, more independent access to hot food. The recurring complaint is shipping condition: one unit arrived with a disconnected control knob, and another with a dented top panel.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Oversized knob is easy to read and operate
- Compact 0.9 cu ft size fits small kitchens
- Simple weight-based defrost setting
- Shipping damage reported more than once
- Small capacity limits what dishes fit inside
Performance notes
At 900 watts and 0.9 cu ft, it runs standard reheating and defrost functions with five power levels and a weight-based defrost setting. The oversized retro knob is built for simple, at-a-glance control rather than digital precision, which one buyer specifically valued for a household member with limited mobility and reach.
Specifications
| Brand | FRIGIDAIRE |
|---|---|
| Model | EMW987RED |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 32.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 13.3 × 18.9 × 11.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.9 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Defrost |
| Heating Method | Electric |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 900 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 5 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 900 Watts |
| Power Consumption | 900 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Retro Red |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Human Interface Input | Dial |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Microwave |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Number of Programs | 6 |
| Cooking Program | [PO, SD] |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Item Type Name | FRIGIDAIRE RMW987-RED 0.9 cu. ft. Retro Microwave, Red |
| Additional Features | Speed/Weight Defrost, 5 Power Levels, Retro Design, Oversized Knob |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in countertop microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRIGIDAIRE RMW987-RED 0.9 cu. ft. Retro MicrowaveThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 109 | 3.7 / 5 |
| COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/OffCOMFEE' | 4.4 / 5 | 28,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter…Panasonic | 4.3 / 5 | 8,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Nostalgia RMO4BK Retro 0.9 Cubic Foot 800-Watt Countertop Microwave OvenNostalgia | 4.6 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu FtTOSHIBA | 4.4 / 5 | 32,299 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the FRIGIDAIRE EMW987RED
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What capacity is the Frigidaire RMW987-RED microwave?
It is a compact 0.9 cu ft unit at 900 watts, sized for a countertop rather than a full-size kitchen microwave.
Does the Frigidaire RMW987-RED have a child safety lock?
Yes, a child safety lock is built in alongside its five power levels and defrost settings.
Has the Frigidaire RMW987-RED had shipping damage issues?
More than one buyer reported arrival damage, including a disconnected control knob and a dented top panel, so it is worth inspecting on arrival.