The Sharp SMC1585KS adds convection cooking to a 1.5 cu ft, 900W countertop chassis at $699, a significant price premium over standard microwaves that makes sense only if you regularly use convection bake or crisp functions, not just for everyday reheating.
Cooks who want a single countertop appliance that can both microwave and convection bake, browning pastries, roasting small cuts, or crisping foods, without a separate toaster oven or full-size range. The 24.6-inch width and 14.1-inch turntable support most baking pans that fit this cavity size.
Skip if
If you need a microwave primarily for reheating and defrost, the $699 price is hard to justify when a standard 1.5 cu ft model with similar performance costs $150-$250. Also skip if 900W feels marginal for your typical microwave tasks, this unit does not compensate with high wattage.
Capacity 1.5 cu ft
Heating Convection
Wattage 900 W
Power levels 10
Installation Countertop
Width 24.6 in
Priced 157% above the category median ($271.99 across 81 tracked models)
Capacity of 1.5 cu ft - larger than 79% of the 84 models we track
Wattage of 900 W - lower than 71% of the 84 models we track
Our scorecard
4.1/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 28 owner ratings
Value for money0.7/5
$466 per cubic foot, above the category median
Popularity1.3/5
28 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
Storage space4.1/5
1.5 cu ft, roomy for this category
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other kitchen ranges, cooktops, wall ovens, range hoods and microwaves we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Sharp SMC1585KS positions itself as a microwave-convection hybrid, which is a meaningful upgrade if the convection function gets real use. Convection baking circulates hot air around food to brown and crisp surfaces, something standard microwaves cannot do regardless of wattage. The 1.5 cu ft cavity and 14.1-inch turntable provide enough interior space to hold a standard casserole dish or a small roasting pan.
At 900W for the microwave side, it is on the lower end of the wattage spectrum for a unit this large. Standard reheating and defrost tasks will take longer than they would in a 1200W or 1500W microwave. That tradeoff is common in convection-combo units where the oven element handles some of the load. The stainless finish on a 24.6-inch-wide chassis gives it a premium kitchen presence.
With only 28 reviews at a 4.3-star rating, the sample size is too small to read as definitive. At 60 pounds, it is notably heavy for a countertop unit, siting it once and leaving it in place is more practical than moving it frequently. The $699 price reflects Sharp's positioning here as a specialty appliance, not a commodity microwave.
Pros
Convection baking capability in a countertop form factor
1.5 cu ft cavity with 14.1-inch turntable accommodates standard baking pans
10 power levels for microwave functions
Stainless steel finish appropriate for visible kitchen placement
24.6-inch width fits most countertop spaces designed for full-size units
Cons
900W microwave output is below average for a 1.5 cu ft unit
$699 price is difficult to justify unless convection is a regular use case
60 lb weight makes repositioning impractical
Only 28 reviews, insufficient to gauge long-term reliability
Specifications
Capacity
1.5 cu ft
Heating
Convection
Wattage
900 W
Power levels
10
Installation
Countertop
Width
24.6 in
Controls
Buttons
Color
Stainless Steel
Turntable
14.1 in
Dimensions
19 X 24.6 X 14.9 In
Weight
60.0 lb
Voltage
120 Volts
Performance notes
Convection mode enables browning and crisping that standard microwaves cannot achieve, roasting, baking, and air-circulation cooking are primary strengths. The 900W microwave mode is adequate for reheating but slower than 1100-1200W alternatives. The 14.1-inch turntable handles most standard bakeware that fits the cavity. Button controls manage both microwave and convection functions. At 24.6 inches wide, clearance planning is needed before purchase.
What buyers say
With only 28 reviews at 4.3 stars, there is not enough data to characterize buyer sentiment meaningfully. The rating skews positive, but small review counts can be volatile. Buyers researching this model should treat the rating as a weak early signal rather than a stable indicator of quality. Convection combo microwaves in general tend to have mixed reception because user expectations vary widely between the two functions.
What does convection mode actually do in this microwave?
Convection mode uses a heating element and a fan to circulate hot air around the food, similar to a convection oven. This browns and crisps the surface of food, something microwave radiation alone cannot do. You can use it to bake, roast, or crisp items like pastries, chicken pieces, or casseroles with a browned top. The microwave and convection functions can also run in combination to reduce total cook time.
Why is 900W lower than most countertop microwaves in this size?
Convection combo units often have lower rated microwave wattage than pure microwave models in the same size class. This is partly because the power budget is shared with the convection heating element, and partly because convection combinations are optimized for versatility rather than raw microwave speed. For pure reheating tasks, a 900W unit will take longer than a 1200W model.
Is this a good replacement for both a microwave and a toaster oven?
It can perform both roles, microwaving for quick reheats and convection for baking or crisping, but the 1.5 cu ft interior is smaller than most full-size toaster ovens. For a small or medium kitchen where counter space is tight and you want one appliance instead of two, it is a reasonable consolidation. If you do heavy baking or frequently roast large cuts, a dedicated oven will outperform it.
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