[SEE UPDATE @ END] I LOVE this microwave. I have owned many dozens of them, purchased them for commercial and residential properties, noted their energy consumption, etc. In fact, we were the first people we knew to purchase one of these wondrous devices, a Gaffers and Sattler, in 1974. Friends and family would bring things over to heat up, no-one could believe how fast it was, a marvel. Back in those days you could use metal in them, in fact the cookbook that came with it described how you could wrap items that cooked faster (like the tips of wings of chickens, for example, or bread/rolls when reheating plates of food) with aluminum foil, and poke strategic holes in it, to prevent them from overcooking. I became quite good at it. I still miss that feature. But I digress.
I had my doubts about using the dial instead of a number pad, and anticipated seeing if it really cooked more evenly. After several weeks of use I MUCH prefer the dial to a number pad- it takes about two seconds to enter any cooking time with it, actually easier, second nature now. As for cooking times, even though I went from a 1200 watt microwave, so far the overall cooking time at sea level is either about the same or less for most things I've tried. Water takes a little longer to boil, but frozen dinners cook in about the same amount of time or less (depending on the proportion and distribution of carbs to fats), with less energy consumption (25-30%). Fantastic.
As for even cooking, I've long modified cooking instructions because much of the time they don't produce the best result. For example, if you follow the instructions for Swanson Hungry Man classic fried chicken dinners, the smaller pieces of chicken come out hard as a rock and mostly inedible (that's when I miss my aluminum foil). In this microwave with reduced cooking time the chicken came out perfect. I've noted a lot of items cook more evenly, i.e., at the midway point when you pause and stir the still partially frozen food, like with Stouffer pasta dishes, the pasta is more thawed/less frozen, so less cooking time is needed overall. (Though with some dishes, like Stouffer's mac and cheese, I like to cook it about twice as long as called for to get it to brown, to have it turn out like mac and cheese from the oven). I do a lot of microwave cooking, e.g., make brownies, corn bread, nut breads, etc. (brownies cooked in microwave muffin pans take about two minutes on high), and this microwave produces better, more even cooking (oftentimes the very center of baked items is still raw, especially if cooked in a cake pan or pie plate; in experimenting with power level, etc., I've found this not to be the case with this microwave). Great! I've yet to experiment with foods like quiche, chili rellenos, or rice dishes. Added Later: Finally got around to using Defrost, and here is where this microwave REALLY shines. No cycling on and off, and meat evenly defrosted! None of the typical some parts half-cooked, some still frozen business, which can ruin the entire meal. And POPCORN- for the first time ever, no unpopped kernels, not one, without the popcorn being overcooked. Perfect popcorn!
Anyway, I love the operation of this (it's quiet, with a pleasant tone when it finishes, the LED light inside is nice (though it could be brighter), and the green LED display coordinates nicely with my aqua color scheme, the look of it (brushed stainless, classy), and the energy savings. I'm using it in my vintage travel trailer on a separate 15 amp circuit along with my Hessaire evaporative cooler, and I don't have to turn off the cooler (it only draws 85 watts) when using the microwave, which will be really nice come summer. Couldn't be happier with this microwave, highest recommendation!
P.S. I just read a number of one-star reviews and was shocked at the reported unreliability, the failure rate. I've had a Panasonic DVD Recorder that's worked flawlessly for years now. One review said that Panasonic admits that the microwave doesn't work on new circuit breakers that employ arc fault detection. I just had my vintage travel trailer rewired, replaced fusebox with new circuit breakers. Don't know if they employ arc fault detection but the microwave works fine. I'm glad I didn't read these reviews before buying because I wouldn't have bought it, and wouldn't have had the chance to experiment with the inverter technology. I love this thing, I hope it doesn't fail. Personally, for $100, it's worth it (to me)- I just hope it lasts at least a year or two. I personally have never had a microwave that malfunctioned, I assumed they were all pretty reliable, apparently not. One would hope Panasonic would correct the problems. FYI, another thing negative reviews report is the fuse blowing. It's an easy matter to replace, apparently, described in one or more reviews. Anyway if my unit malfunctions or dies I'll update this review.
UPDATE: Stopped working right at 6 month mark. No display, nothing. Didn't happen while in use, bizarre. Hoped it would last at least a year. Glad I got to try the phenomenal inverter technology, but. I am not mechanically inclined and won't attempt to see if it's a fuse, or have repaired, too much trouble. UPDATE #2: Got a new microwave, which didn't work nearly as well, so decided to tackle changing the fuse myself. To make a long story short, go to the questions and answer section above and type in "fuse". Up come people's efforts at changing it- problematic, e.g., the fuse is very hard to find, plus you have to change other components as well. So I say if you can afford to try a $100 experiment to try this marvelous technology, with the distinct possibility of the unit lasting only a few months, go for it. As I said originally I loved what the machine could do. I intend to look for another brand with the inverter technology and a better track record.
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Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SD372S with Inverter Technology
Equipped with 950-Watts of power, a 0.8-cubic-foot and Panasonic Inverter Technology, this microwave oven delivers fast, even cooking and delicious results.
Auto Cook Options - Settings for Your Favorite Foods
- Frozen Entrees and Vegetables
- Soup
- Oatmeal
- Pizza
- Pasta
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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-SD372S Inverter power unit devotes less space to electronics and provides far more interior capacity. The 0.8-cubic-foot capacity with 11-1/4-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 with pop-out programmable dial 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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| Price | $224.99 | $235.42 | $158.58 | $205.00 | $331.50 | — |
| Watts | 950 | 1200 | 1100 | 1250 | 1250 | 1250 |
| Capacity | 0.8 Cu. Ft. | 1.2 Cu. Ft. | 1.3 Cu. Ft. | 1.6 Cu. Ft. | 2.2 Cu. Ft. | 2.2 Cu. Ft. |
| Turntable Size | 11.22 Inch | 13.39 Inch | 12.4 Inch | 13.39 Inch | 16.5 Inch | 16.5 Inch |
| External Dimensions (H x W x D) | 11" x 19-3/16" x 14-13/16" inch | 12-1/4" x 20-11/16" x 15-13/16" inch | 20.44" x 16.63" x 12.38" inch | 11-15/16" x 21-7/8" x 19-7/16" inch | 14" x 23-7/8" x 19-7/16" inch | 14" x 23-7/8" x 19-15/16" inch |
| Base/Body | Stainless Steel/Silver | Stainless Steel/Silver | Stainless Steel/Silver | Stainless Steel/Silver | Stainless Steel/Silver | Stainless Steel/Silver |
| Power | Inverter | Inverter | Non Inverter (LC) | Inverter | Inverter | Inverter |
| Sensor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Door Design | Square Release Button | Square Release Button | Square Release Button | Square Release Button | Square Release Button | Square Release Button |
| Auto Menu | 9 | 14 | 7 | 14 | 14 | 19 |
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| capacity | 0.8 cubic feet | 1.4 cubic feet | 1 cubic feet | 1.3 cubic feet | 1.1 cubic feet | 2.2 cubic feet |
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***Update, 31 May 2022: I bought this work horse in September 2016 and it’s still working perfectly. There are not many microwave ovens this size with 940 watts and an inverter. I can go for months without using my stove because microwaving is so much easier for me. I use it several times a day almost 365 days of the year. I’m retired so I’m always here and I am astonished at how beautifully this microwave has worked all these years and it still looks brand new on the outside. It’s really important to be careful how you clean microwaves especially the interior. For many years I used vinegar to clean it and scrubbed the interior, which was a mistake. Yet only this past year I have noticed some worn out patches in the paint on the interior. So now I have bought another…the exact same model and it will be arriving in the next couple of days. I look forward to many more years of problem free service from this little gem. There really is no reason why I could not have continued to just use the one I still have but I am worried that someday it will be discontinued and I want to make sure I am still able to buy it.***I love this microwave. It is well made and the design is classic. I have attached a picture of the microwave and a video showing the ease of opening the door. When I press the door release the microwave does not move. The size of this microwave is smaller than most--I chose it so that it would fit in my microwave wall shelf. There is a round button to press that pops out and is actually a dial to turn for specific cooking times and so on. Some functions are easy to figure out, otherwise reading the directions is necessary. There is a fan that continues to run sometimes after the cook cycle that cools the components--this threw me off at first. This microwave is 950 watts and has "inverter" technology. Inverter means that when I cook foods at lower temperatures, the temperature delivered is consistently at lower power--not just cycling on and off at the highest power. The purpose of the feature is to provide a better final product. I paid a little extra for a better quality microwave and I am happy that I did.***Update: 2 years later and still working beautifully!!! A point of note is that I rarely use my stove or oven, so my microwave is undergoing heavy use.
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