This microwave works extremely well and has a couple pitfalls as well.
Pros
1) Inverter feature does what is promised. The middle/center of any cooked or reheated foods is as hot as the perimeter almost always. I’m especially impressed with ability this has to accomplish this result with frozen foods.
2) I rarely if ever overcook or burn popcorn. The popcorn setting works with a sensor and it does a great job.
3) Works well for melting items such as butter. It did take a few tries to figure out best way, though. I now know Power Level 2 and 42 seconds melts two tablespoons of butter perfectly. No exploding.
4) Reheat sensor works very well. I tend to forget that I have something in Microwave when I’m working on a meal. This reheat sensor saves the day.
5) The auto cook feature for heating soups or making baked potatoes is awesome. Sensor works well so items are usually cooked well. Not over or under done.
6) inside is very spacious. Rarely do I have a casserole dish that’s too large to allow the turntable to keep spinning.
7) inside is relatively easy to clean. I usually soak some paper towels with dish soap, pop it in the microwave and heat for 30-45 seconds. This really loosens up hard stains. Wipes off easily with this trick.
8) The “keep warm” feature is really the bomb! Forget the need for a fancy schmantsy oven warming drawer. This does the trick just fine!
9) Defrost feature is excellent with the inverter technology. I find meats don’t start to cook on the edges or leave the center rock solid, as often as I’d have with a standard microwave
Cons:
1) The auto cook feature relies on 1-14 and unfortunately this requires you to remember what 1 or 3 or 7 does. Unless you post a list in a cabinet door as I finally did that “5” is for potatoes, etc.
2) You really need to prepare yourself for the extra heating power this brings. Don’t recommend keeping Tupperware-type lids sealed on bowls, etc when using this microwave. More than once, we have been scared of all our daylights when a lid explodes off a dish. And that can get messy.
3) The exterior door could be made of thicker plastic. I find it to be a tad flimsy but not awful or overtly cheap, either.
I hope this review is helpful to those making a purchase decision. While I realize this microwave is less than perfect, for the price paid I’m very satisfied. I also wrote this review after owning this for a while, so I could assuredly say this is a reliable machine, at a great value, for what it promises to do!
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Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SN936B Countertop with Inverter Technology
Equipped with 1200-Watts of power, a 1.2-cubic-foot capacity and Panasonic Inverter Technology, this microwave oven delivers fast, even cooking and delicious results.
Microwaving Has Evolved
14 Auto Cook Options
Dedicated Settings for All of Your Favorite Foods
- Frozen Entrees and Vegetables
- Soup
- Oatmeal
- Pizza
- Pasta
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1 Touch Controls
Popcorn, Sensor Reheat, Turbo Defrost, Keep Warm.
A Steady Stream of Cooking Power for Even Results
Inverter Technology for Constant Cooking Power and Shorter Cooking Time
Panasonic’s Inverter Technology generates a steady stream of power at all temperature settings. Shorter cooking time along with consistent, evenly prepared food — edges to center — across a wide range of cooking techniques.
Poach, Braise and Steam to Perfection
Inverter Technology delivers microwave energy in a way that allows delicate foods to simmer without overcooking. In addition, foods retain more color, texture and nutrients for fast, easy and delicious results.
Maximum Interior, Minimum Footprint
The smart, compact design of the Panasonic NN-SN651B Inverter power unit devotes less space to electronics and provides far more interior capacity. The 1.2-cubic-foot capacity with 13.4-inch turntable is ideal for accommodating breakfast foods, after-school snacks, dinnertime meals and appetizers when entertaining. The smaller, more efficient energy and control units are also up to eight pounds lighter than conventional microwave components. All of which adds up to more interior space, while taking up less space on a counter.
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Intelligent, Intuitive Controls Provide a High-End LookA sleek, touch-button control panel and four-digit display provide a high-end look, with one-touch sensor cook and reheat. |
Turbo Defrost Thaws Food Quickly and EvenlyAdvanced Inverter Turbo Defrost utilizes a microwave sequencing system based on the Inverter's continuous-power delivery method to thaw foods more evenly and quickly. |
Keep Warm Feature Maintains Food TemperatureKeep foods like vegetables, soups, hors d'oeuvres, gravies, sauces and desserts warm and delicious in the oven until they're ready to serve. |
Modern Convenience for Versatile Food PreparationMore advantages include a quick single-minute timer that lets you set cooking and reheating times in single-minute intervals, delay start feature and child safety lock. |
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