Emerson MW8987SB vs Nostalgia RMO4RD
The Emerson MW8987SB is 100W more powerful (900W vs 800W), which means faster cooking and more even results.
Bottom line
The Emerson has the edge — it offers faster cooking that the Nostalgia doesn't.
Spec Comparison
| Spec | Emerson MW8987SB | Nostalgia RMO4RD |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage Higher wattage cooks faster and more evenly. | 900W ✓ | 800W |
| Capacity Larger capacity fits bigger dishes. | 0.90 cu ft | 0.90 cu ft |
| Width Narrower fits tighter counter spaces. | 17 1/4" ✓ | 17 1/2" |
| Height Shorter clears low cabinet clearances. | 10 1/4" | 10" ✓ |
| Depth Shallower fits narrow shelves and counters. | 13 1/4" | 12 1/2" ✓ |
| Turntable Larger turntable fits bigger plates. | 10" | 10" |
| Sensor Cooking Auto-adjusts time based on steam — no guessing. | No | No |
| Inverter True variable power for better defrost and reheating. | No | No |
| Convection | No | No |
| Air Fry | No | No |
| WiFi / Smart | No | No |
✓ indicates the better value for that spec. Ties not marked.
Emerson MW8987SB
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