Summit Microwave Oven
- Countertop Microwave Oven
- 2.2 cu ft
- 1200 watts
- Touch
- Better rated than 97%
A 1200W, 2.2 cu. ft. countertop microwave with a useful spread of preset functions, and the one review on file says those presets make it genuinely easy to use.
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How it ranks among the 85 countertop microwave ovens we track
5.0★ across 2 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Summit SMBI27 is a 2.2 cu. ft. countertop microwave rated at 1200 watts, with a stainless steel front and black exterior aimed at kitchens needing more interior cooking space than a compact unit provides.
Digital controls cover popcorn, reheating, defrosting, melting and softening butter, plus auto-defrost, cook-by-weight and a quick 30-second add function, with multi-stage cooking to chain functions together. A large glass turntable and a wide viewing window round out the interior.
- 1200W power output
- 2.2 cu. ft. interior capacity
- Stainless steel front, black exterior
- Multi-stage cooking with preset functions
Who it's for
Kitchens wanting a higher-capacity 1200W countertop microwave with preset cooking functions rather than a small, manual-only unit. The one reviewer on file specifically calls out the preset settings as the standout convenience.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
The one review on file highlights the pre-programmed settings specifically, saying they make the microwave easy to use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 2.2 cu. ft. interior with a large removable glass turntable
- 1200W power output
- Multiple preset functions including popcorn, defrost and butter softening
- Multi-stage cooking combines functions in one program
- Larger 2.2 cu. ft. footprint needs more counter space than a compact microwave
Performance notes
At 1200 watts with 2.2 cu. ft. of interior space, it has more room and power than many countertop units, and the removable glass turntable is sized to match. Multi-stage cooking lets a single program combine steps, such as defrosting followed by reheating, rather than running them as separate manual cycles.
Specifications
| Brand | Summit Appliance |
|---|---|
| Model | SMBI27 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 44 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 19.6 × 24.4 × 13.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.2 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Heating Method | microwave radiation |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1200 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 1200 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | In Description |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Human Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Roller Ring |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Cooking Program | Defrost, Melting, Popcorn, Reheat, Softening Butter |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Item Type Name | Countertop Microwave Oven |
| Additional Features | Scratch Resistant |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Microwave OvenThis product | 5.0 / 5 | 2 | 2.7 / 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 Summit Appliance SMBI27
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What wattage is the Summit SMBI27?
It is rated at 1200 watts.
Does it have preset cooking functions?
Yes, including popcorn, reheating, defrosting, melting, softening butter, auto-defrost and cook-by-weight.
What is its interior capacity?
2.2 cu. ft.