SHARP SMO1754JS Over the Range Microwave Oven with 13.6" Carousel Turntable
- Over-the-Range Microwave Oven
- 1.7 cu ft
- 1000 watts
- Touch
- Better rated than 73%
A well-reviewed over-the-range microwave for its size and finish, though the installation hardware and interior lighting come up as real weak points in owner feedback.
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How it ranks among the 37 over-the-range microwave ovens we track
4.5★ across 21 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
21 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Sharp SMO1754JS is a 30 inch over-the-range microwave with 1.7 cu ft of interior space, a 1000W output and a 300 CFM venting fan. It pairs a 13.6 inch turntable with sensor cooking and an edge-to-edge black glass front over stainless steel trim.
Sharp positions this as a design-forward over-the-range unit, with a gray interior and LED lighting meant to complement stainless steel kitchens rather than match a plain white or black cavity. Express Cook allows starting a cook cycle up to 9 minutes without programming a full sensor cook menu, and a Melt/Soften setting targets small tasks like softening cream cheese.
- 30 inch over-the-range microwave, 1.7 cu ft
- 1000W output with sensor cooking
- 300 CFM venting fan
- 13.6 inch turntable, edge-to-edge black glass
Who it's for
Fits a kitchen replacing an existing over-the-range microwave that wants both venting and cooking in one unit with a coordinated stainless and black glass look. Owners planning a DIY install should budget extra time, since more than one reviewer needed to modify the internal mounting hangers.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners generally call it easy to install and clean, with several praising the fit above their stove and the black glass and stainless look. The recurring complaints are a dim interior light that is difficult to access for bulb replacement, a control panel that does not illuminate, and at least one report of needing to modify the mounting hangers during a DIY install.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Interior light is dim and the bulb is hard to access, requiring removal of about 7 screws
- Some owners needed to modify the mounting hangers during install
- Control panel does not illuminate for visibility in low light
Specifications
| Brand | Sharp |
|---|---|
| Model | SMO1754JS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.5 × 29.9 × 16.4 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 13.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.7 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Heating Method | Electric |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons, Touchscreen |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Cooking Program | Auto Cook, Defrost, Melt/Soften, Power Level, Reheat |
| Item Type Name | Microwave Oven |
| Additional Features | Programmable |
| Frequency | 2.45 GHz |
| Import Designation | Imported |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in over-the-range microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARP SMO1754JS Over the Range Microwave Oven with 13.6" Carousel TurntableThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 21 | 2.7 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER EM044KB19 Over The Range Microwave Oven with One TouchBLACK+DECKER | 4.4 / 5 | 12,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Farberware Over-the-Range Microwave OvenFarberware | 4.4 / 5 | 1,190 | 4.3 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE FFMV1846VS 30" Stainless Steel Over The Range Microwave with 1.8 cu. ft.…Frigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 769 | 4.3 / 5 |
| COSMO COS-2413ORM1SS 24 in. Stellar Collection 1.34 cu. ft. Over the Range Microwave in…COSMO | 4.4 / 5 | 486 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Sharp SMO1754JS
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size range opening does the Sharp SMO1754JS fit?
It is built for a standard 30 inch over-the-range opening.
How strong is the venting fan?
It runs a 300 CFM fan for range venting.
Is installation difficult?
Most owners report a clean install, though some needed to modify the internal mounting hangers to get a proper fit.