Since reading this thread last year before making the decision to spend the money for a drawer style microwave or settle for a regular much cheaper version for my island, I opted for the cheaper version. It was mentioned above, the drawer model was fine for plates but not for higher mugs and bowls. A kitchen designer I talked with said they had a drawer model in their showroom island, but the staff constantly complained that their heated cup of java spilled over slightly when the drawer was pushed closed and pulled open. I do mostly reheating, plates of food, cups of tea, and popcorn in the microwave and cook at my stove primarily. I put the extra money saved elsewhere. I am really happy with the microwave in the island, it is out of sight and does the job.
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Glassdoor between the kitchen and the living room
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