Sharp 31L 1000W Microwave Black
R315AB
Product Overview
Key Features
- 52.3 cm size with 31 Litre capacity and 1000 Watt power
- LED display panel with 8 auto menus and 11 power levels
- Child lock safety feature for peace of mind
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Sharp
- Model Number:
- R315AB
- Microwave Capacity (L):
- 31
- Controls:
- Touch Buttons
- Power (W):
- 1000
- Type:
- Benchtop Microwave
Cooking Appliances
- Turntable Diameter (mm):
- 315
Options
- Functions:
- Pizza, Popcorn, Potato, Veg, Beverage, Reheat, Defrost
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Screen:
- LED display
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Cooking Appliances
- Turntable Diameter (mm):
- 315
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 300
- Product Width (mm):
- 523
- Product Depth (mm):
- 381
- Product Weight (kg):
- 15
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 370
- Box Width (mm):
- 579
- Box Depth (mm):
- 463
- Box Weight (kg):
- 18
Product Reviews of Sharp 31L 1000W Microwave Black
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.7 out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
93% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Very easy to use, with simple controls and an intuitive design.
- Heats food quickly and evenly, suitable for daily family use.
- Sleek black design fits modern kitchens and is easy to clean.
- Bright clock display cannot be dimmed and only shows 24-hour time.
- Setting specific cooking times under one minute is quite complicated.
- Quiet and reliable operation; a good value for the price.
Pros
Easy (57)
Quality (9)
Cleaning (7)
Value (7)
Quiet (5)
Reliable (3)
Efficient (1)
Speed (1)
Great features
Easy to use
Terri
Confirmed purchase 30 September 2026
Published on 14 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Highly recommend
The product is powerful and quiet. Would highly recommend.
LH
Confirmed purchase 18 October 2026
Published on 13 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Reliable
It is valued for your purchase and reliable service.
Junkfood
Confirmed purchase 15 October 2026
Published on 11 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality appliance
My microwave is very well made and easy to use
John Hennigar
Confirmed purchase 13 October 2026
Published on 4 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Perfect fit for my kitchen
After renovating our kitchen, we somehow unconsciously bought black appliances, and our new microwave fits perfectly with the colour. It has simple instructions and is easy to use, so my household adapted to the new microwave easily. It is sleek and easy to clean.
AJ
Confirmed purchase 11 October 2026
Published on 4 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great microwave
Heats quickly and easy to use
Deb
Confirmed purchase 9 October 2026
Published on 4 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Very affordable product which is easy to use.
Decent size, perfect product for a family.
Kathryn
Confirmed purchase 6 October 2026
Published on 28 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Good decent microwave
Good for everyday use. Heats food evenly and quickly. But function to set heating time is a bit complicated.
Justin
Confirmed purchase 3 October 2026
Published on 27 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 2 October 2026
Published on 27 October 2026
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Great product at reasonable price!
I liked the features of this microwave so much that I purchased a second one for my kitchenette downstairs. My only negative is that the clock display is very bright and cannot be turned down and it only has a 24 hour clock. On the positive it is nice and quiet and has several auto cook functions.
John Holland
Confirmed purchase 29 September 2026
Published on 25 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
This 31L benchtop microwave is a practical mid-range option for families, shared homes and anyone needing space for full-size plates and larger bowls. Its 1000W output, 11 power levels, auto menus and sequence cooking make everyday heating and cooking easy. The main limitation is that it focuses on core microwave functions, so it does not offer premium combination or inverter-style features.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Reheating
- Family Meal Prep
- Defrosting
- Quick Snacks
- Simple Weeknight Cooking
Where it works best
- Family Kitchen
- Apartment Kitchen
- Shared Household
- Office Lunch Area
Who it’s for
- Family Household
- Couple
- Share House Resident
- Busy Home Cook
Things to consider
It offers strong everyday microwave performance, but buyers wanting grilling, convection cooking or more advanced premium cooking technologies may need a higher-end model.
Family suitability
High - the 31L cavity and full-size plate fit make it well suited to family meals and larger portions
Student suitability
Good - easy controls and auto menus are beginner-friendly, though the midsize footprint may be larger than some student kitchens need
Ease of cleaning score
7/10 - touch controls are easy to wipe down, but it does not highlight specialist easy-clean interior features
Counter space suitability
6/10 - a good balance for a 31L microwave, but it still needs more bench room than compact models
Noise level vs category average
Average - no specific low-noise design is indicated, so it should perform in line with typical benchtop microwaves
Key benefits
- 31L Capacity: Gives you room for full-size dinner plates and larger bowls, making it better suited to family-sized portions than compact microwaves.
- 1000W Power Output: Delivers strong heating performance for fast reheating, defrosting and everyday cooking tasks.
- 11 Power Levels: Helps you adjust heat more precisely for tasks like softening butter, reheating leftovers or cooking denser meals.
- 8 Auto Menus: Simplifies common cooking tasks by reducing guesswork for everyday foods.
- Sequence Cooking: Lets you run two stages, such as defrost then cook, without needing to restart the microwave manually.
- Touch Button Controls: Makes day-to-day operation straightforward and keeps the control panel neat and modern.
- LED Display: Gives clear visibility for time and program settings during everyday use.
- Child Lock: Adds extra peace of mind in homes with young children by helping prevent unintended operation.
Q: Can it bake or brown food like a convection microwave?
A: No. Sharp R315AB is a standard microwave only, so it reheats, cooks and defrosts but does not add grill or convection cooking. That means it will not brown, crisp or bake food the way a convection or grill model can.
Q: Will this microwave fit a full-size dinner plate comfortably?
A: Yes. Sharp R315AB has a 31L cavity that suits full-size dinner plates and larger bowls, which makes it practical for everyday family reheating. It is still a benchtop microwave, so it suits kitchens with enough bench space around the unit.
Q: Does 1000W power make a difference for reheating meals?
A: Yes. Sharp R315AB uses 1000W output, which supports faster heating for leftovers, drinks and denser meals than lower-powered microwaves. The 11 power levels also help when food needs gentler heating instead of full power.
Q: How useful is the two-stage cooking function in daily use?
A: Sequence cooking lets Sharp R315AB run 2 steps in one program, such as defrosting first and then cooking. That saves stopping to reset the microwave midway, though it still works within standard microwave cooking rather than oven-style cooking.
Q: Are the controls simple if several people use the microwave?
A: Yes. Sharp R315AB uses touch button controls and an LED display, so day-to-day settings are straightforward to read and select. It also includes 8 auto menus, which reduce guesswork for common tasks in a shared household.
Q: Is this a good size for a family kitchen bench?
A: Yes, for most medium to larger benchtops. Sharp R315AB balances a 31L cavity with a benchtop design, so it takes larger dishes without stepping into oversized microwave territory. It is less suited to very tight benches or compact microwave nooks.
