Sharp Microwave Drawers: Sizes, Features and Installation
How Sharp's 24 and 30-inch microwave drawers differ, how to plan the cutout, and four models compared side by side.
A microwave drawer installs below the counter, usually in an island or under a wall oven, and opens like a drawer instead of a door. You load food from above, which frees up counter space and keeps the microwave within easy reach. Most Sharp drawers share the same 1.2 cu. ft. capacity and 950 cooking watts.
This guide explains how Sharp microwave drawers differ, how to plan the cutout, and compares four models we carry, using the specs listed on each product page. You can see all models on our Sharp brand page.
- All four Sharp drawers here have 1.2 cu. ft. capacity, 950 cooking watts, 11 power levels and Sensor Cook.
- Three are 24 inches wide; the SMD3070ASY is 30 inches wide for wider openings.
- The SMD2430MS is ADA compliant, and the SMD2489ES adds Wi-Fi and Easy Wave Open.
- The SMD2470ASY, SMD2489ES and SMD3070ASY list a 23 1/2" cutout depth and 15 9/16" cutout height.
Our top picks at a glance
Compare them side by sideClassic 24-Inch Pick: Sharp SMD2470ASY 24-Inch Microwave Drawer
The Sharp SMD2470ASY is a 24-inch stainless steel microwave drawer with 1.2 cu. ft. capacity, 950 cooking watts and 11 power levels. It has Sensor Cook, automatic defrost, a child lock, a timer and an interior light. It lists a 22 1/8" cutout width, 23 1/2" cutout depth and 15 9/16" cutout height.
- Sensor Cook
- Automatic defrost
- Child lock
- Interior light
- No Wi-Fi listed
- Not listed as ADA compliant
ADA Pick: Sharp SMD2430MS 24-Inch Built-In Microwave Drawer
The Sharp SMD2430MS is a 24-inch built-in microwave drawer that is ADA compliant. It has 1.2 cu. ft. capacity, 950 cooking watts, 11 power levels and Sensor Cook, with top-mounted controls. It measures 23 5/8" wide, 15 1/16" high and 23 7/16" deep. Sharp lists a 1-year parts and labor warranty with 5 years on magnetron tube parts.
- ADA compliant
- Sensor Cook
- Top controls
- 5-year magnetron tube parts warranty
- No Wi-Fi
- No convection
Smart Pick: Sharp SMD2489ES 24-Inch Smart Microwave Drawer
The Sharp SMD2489ES is a 24-inch smart microwave drawer with Wi-Fi, Easy Wave Open, concealed glass touch controls and an edge-to-edge black glass front over stainless steel. It keeps the 1.2 cu. ft. capacity, 950 cooking watts, 11 power levels and Sensor Cook of the other models, and lists a 22 1/8" cutout width.
- Wi-Fi
- Easy Wave Open
- Concealed glass touch controls
- Sensor Cook
- Not ADA compliant
- No convection
30-Inch Pick: Sharp SMD3070ASY 30-Inch Microwave Drawer
The Sharp SMD3070ASY is a 30-inch microwave drawer in stainless steel for wider openings, such as under a 30-inch wall oven. Inside it matches the 24-inch models with 1.2 cu. ft. capacity, 950 cooking watts and 11 power levels, plus Sensor Cook, a digital LCD display, kitchen timer, child lock and interior light. It lists a 28 7/16" cutout width.
- 30-inch width
- Digital LCD display
- Sensor Cook
- Child lock
- Same 1.2 cu. ft. capacity as 24-inch models
- No Wi-Fi listed
Sharp Microwave Drawers Compared
SMD2470ASY | SMD2430MS | SMD2489ES | SMD3070ASY | |
| Model | SMD2470ASY | SMD2430MS | SMD2489ES | SMD3070ASY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499.99 | $1,299.99 | $1,699.99 | $1,599.99 |
| Width | 23 7/8" | 23 5/8" | 23 9/16" | 30" |
| Height | 15 7/8" | 15 1/16" | 16" | 15 7/8" |
| Capacity | 1.2 cu. ft. | 1.2 cu. ft. | 1.2 cu. ft. | 1.2 cu. ft. |
| Cooking Watts | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 |
| Power Levels | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Wi-Fi | Not listed | Not included |  | Not listed |
| ADA Compliant | Not listed | | Not compliant | Not listed |
| View | View | View | View |
Where a Microwave Drawer Works
Microwave drawers go below the counter, so they work well in kitchen islands, under a cooktop or under a wall oven. Kids can reach them easily, and the counter and upper cabinets stay clear. Because you load from above, a drawer is easier for many people than reaching into an over-the-range microwave.
A drawer is a microwave only. None of the four models here lists convection, so if you also want baking or air fry in one box, look at a combination wall oven or speed oven instead. Our guide to microwaves from countertop to drawer compares the styles.
- Kitchen islands
- Under a cooktop
- Under a wall oven
- Accessible and family kitchens
Cutout and Installation
Start with the cabinet. The SMD2470ASY, SMD2489ES and SMD3070ASY list a 23 1/2" cutout depth and a 15 9/16" cutout height. The 24-inch models list a 22 1/8" cutout width, and the 30-inch SMD3070ASY lists 28 7/16". All four run on 120 volts and 15 amps, so plan a dedicated outlet in the cabinet.
If you are replacing an older drawer, measure the existing opening and compare it with the cutout numbers on the product page before you order.
How to Choose a Sharp Microwave Drawer
- 01
Measure the openingCheck cutout width, depth and height against the product page.
- 02
Pick the widthChoose 24 inches for most islands, or 30 inches to line up with a 30-inch oven or cooktop.
- 03
Choose controlsDecide between standard controls, top controls on the ADA model, or Wi-Fi and Easy Wave Open.
- 04
Plan powerHave a 120-volt, 15-amp outlet ready in the cabinet.
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Shop Microwave DrawersFrequently Asked Questions
What size are Sharp microwave drawers?
Sharp microwave drawers come in 24-inch and 30-inch widths. All four models in this guide have 1.2 cu. ft. capacity and 950 cooking watts.
What is the cutout for a Sharp microwave drawer?
The SMD2470ASY and SMD2489ES list a 22 1/8" cutout width, 23 1/2" cutout depth and 15 9/16" cutout height. The 30-inch SMD3070ASY lists a 28 7/16" cutout width with the same depth and height.
Is there an ADA-compliant Sharp microwave drawer?
Yes. The SMD2430MS in this guide is listed as ADA compliant.
Do Sharp microwave drawers have Wi-Fi?
The SMD2489ES is the Wi-Fi model in this guide. The SMD2430MS has no Wi-Fi, and the SMD2470ASY and SMD3070ASY use standard controls.
What power does a microwave drawer need?
All four models in this guide list 120 volts and 15 amps.
