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Panasonic NN SD945S Countertop Built In Microwave with Inverter Technology 2 2 cu ft 1250W Stainless

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
303
Old Reviews
27
Unverified
32
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23.87 meters
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Review Analysis - 244 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Programs
 46
oven, cooking, panasonic inverter, love this microwave, cook
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Three days of micro wave withdrawals ain't pretty but the ease of operation on this model made the transition back to bachelor style cooking very smooth .  ...  "
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" ...  All I had to do with my former microwave is plug it in and set the clock, but then, hey .  ...  "
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" ...  So far so good, nothing negative to report since its so new but I really like the Inverter Defrost feature and I did need to adjust my  ...  "
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" ...  Also very reliable timing on cooking bacon which is of course the most important purpose for a microwave oven.  ...  "
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" ...  I have used the defrost function, popcorn function, the +30 seconds feature, and regular cook functions. ... Previously, I had a very basic microwave.  ...  "
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" ...  Very happy with Panasonic Microwave.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a great microwave.  ...  "
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" ...  this microwave is new to me with turning nob, i am getting to know how to work it, working great.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 35
easy, works great, super easy, rotary dial, program
+91%
-9%
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" ...  Lots of variables yet very simple to use .  ...  "
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" ...  It has the right balance of power and shortcut timing which makes reheating almost anything trivially easy.  ...  "
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" ...  This unit is quiet and fairly easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  The rotary dial is easy to get used to, as are the other buttons (though a bit hard to read).  ...  "
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" ...  It works great, and was easy to set up and learn how to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent quality, super easy to use, and does not try to do 5 things .  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use and the size  ...  "
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" ...  Works great, easy to use.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 33
years, stopped working, panasonic, lasted, 20 years
+48%
-52%
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" ...  The 1 star is for the magnetron breaking down after 3 months of use.  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately, several weeks (11 weeks) later it croaked!  ...  "
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" ...  8 months of using this appliance and it’s broke.  ...  "
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" ...  Made a horrid grinding noise for a bit and then the start button completely quit working.  ...  "
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" ...  Ordered Aug 17 stopped working March 17.  ...  "
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" ...  I have had Panasonic microwaves ever since they started making them.  ...  "
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" ...  My last GE model lasted 20+ years.  ...  "
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" ...  This item total failed in less than 2 months we asked for it to be replaced by Panasonic and they refused, it's been weeks without the oven and there is no estimate on how long it will take to repair.  ...  "
Food Items
 33
microwave, cooking, food, popcorn, oven
+79%
-21%
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" ...  Much better control over reheating foods. ... It's a pleasure not to have foods splatter anymore​.  ...  "
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" ...  This cooks very fast and also can be set low enough to soften butter perfectly.  ...  "
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" ...  Also very reliable timing on cooking bacon which is of course the most important purpose for a microwave oven.  ...  "
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" ...  The popcorn popped to perfection.  ...  "
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" ...  It defrosted salmon perfectly with out any sign of cooking it!  ...  "
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" ...  I used to have to guess at cooking time, but you just tell it what you want to cook, and it figures out the correct time for you .  ...  "
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" ...  The microwave works well.  ...  "
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" ...  Really like the way it heats evenly.  ...  "
Features
 24
microwave, functions, timer, inverter, power setting
+88%
-13%
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" ...  So far so good, nothing negative to report since its so new but I really like the Inverter Defrost feature and I did need to adjust my  ...  "
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" ...  LED interior light much brighter than previous bulb light.  ...  "
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" ...  The microwave has nice features.  ...  "
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" ...  Still getting to know the features.  ...  "
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" ...  it is much quieter than the one that I had and cooks EVENLY love that feature.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the sensory feature  ...  "
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" ...  This microwave turned out to be a terrific purchase - it was perfect in size, looks, functions, and price and I highly recommend it if you need a countertop unit.  ...  "
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" ...  The interior light is much brighter than ant microwave I have ever seen.  ...  "
Controls
 23
dial, timer, knob, push button, pressing
+65%
-35%
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" ...  I know others like/dislike the knob to turn for time, and I also don't just love it, but it works fine  ...  "
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" ...  The rotary dial is easy to get used to, as are the other buttons (though a bit hard to read).  ...  "
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" ...  Would give 5 stars if controls were easier to read.  ...  "
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" ...  There are no other downsides and I am very fond of the quick 30 button.  ...  "
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" ...  The timer dial is a whole lot easier than push buttons.  ...  "
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" ...  no issues other than the door push button .  ...  "
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" ...  I was nervous about the spin-dial timer (instead of pressing numbers) but it feels like a time saver.  ...  "
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" ...  I do like the quick 30sec button!  ...  "
Design
 22
stainless, sides, painted, microwave, looks great
+95%
-5%
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" ...  Love the design, look.  ...  "
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" ...  We'll be building this into a cabinet, so we don't care as much about the silver painted metal as we might, since the front is still stainless, although the buttons seem not to be.  ...  "
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" ...  Loving this new addition to my kitchen!  ...  "
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" ...  Attractive and functional!  ...  "
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" ...  And yes, others are correct in that only the font is stainless.  ...  "
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" ...  This unit is larger than I expected, looks great on the counter.  ...  "
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" ...  overall a very nice look and more powerful than last one.  ...  "
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" ...  Modern technology has also reduced the weight of this type of oven appreciably, and added impressive new abilities.  ...  "
Baking
 17
cook, microwave, old, oven, large
+94%
-6%
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" ...  Also very reliable timing on cooking bacon which is of course the most important purpose for a microwave oven.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the interior size which is twice the size of our old unit and the speed of cooking.  ...  "
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" ...  I used to have to guess at cooking time, but you just tell it what you want to cook, and it figures out the correct time for you .  ...  "
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" ...  I would highly recommend this microwave  ...  "
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" ...  Can cook a large ham with a bone in it easily.  ...  "
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" ...  Love that the defroster doesn’t cook the edges of your meat like some others have.  ...  "
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" ...  It is huge so you can cook almost any size item.  ...  "
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" ...  I have enjoyed using it while cooking,.  ...  "
Heating
 14
heats, evenly, microwave, defrosts, cooks
+86%
-14%
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" ...  The microwave itself is pretty nice and cooks food fast.  ...  "
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" ...  The sensor reheat gets food too hot.  ...  "
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" ...  It seems to heat more evenly, but maybe it's because it's newer.  ...  "
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" ...  Heats better than our old microwave.  ...  "
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" ...  This unit does not have the wattage rating of the old unit but heats as quickly.  ...  "
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" ...  Really like the way it heats evenly.  ...  "
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" ...  Gets your food nice and hot quickly!  ...  "
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" ...  Heating tends to concentrate a little towards the middle but the turntable works well so overall it heats pretty evenly.  ...  "
Door
 13
open, microwave, latch, push button, latches
+54%
-46%
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" ...  The improved door latch is really appreciated - easy close instead of slamming the door it latches securely with ease.  ...  "
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" ...  Door closes nicely without a big noise or bang.  ...  "
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" ...  Pros: Looks sleek and modern, microwaves food well, smoother door latches than older model  ...  "
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" ...  no issues other than the door push button .  ...  "
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" ...  Like the controls, the door operation and quietness.  ...  "
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" ...  The door is much easier to open and close on this model, much improved over the predecessor.  ...  "
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" ...  LED interior lighting, looks good and saves energy, if door is accidentally left open.  ...  "
Delivery
 13
box, item, fast, delivery, delivered
+69%
-31%
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" ...  Quick shipping - product in great shape - no exterior box damage.  ...  "
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" ...  It arrive early.  ...  "
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" ...  I ordered on a Monday, and the custom kit arrived in 5 working days.  ...  "
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" ...  When it arrived, we felt truly blessed.  ...  "
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" ...  Fast delivery, great price, will do business again.  ...  "
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" ...  Arrive quickly, as scheduled, and works as listed.  ...  "
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" ...  It arrived on time and works great  ...  "
Storage
 11
large, microwave, counter, cabinet, small
+100%
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" ...  Perfect size under the counter cabinets.  ...  "
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" ...  This is almost the exact same size, has the same inside usable space, and the same large turntable that we love.  ...  "
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" ...  Plenty of space for plates, large soup bowls.  ...  "
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" ...  It is spacious inside, cooks evenly, and is a recommended microwave by Consumer Reports.  ...  "
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" ...  Rather small, but fits well in our tiny space, and does the job.  ...  "
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" ...  Make sure you measure your space, cause it is pretty big.  ...  "
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" ...  It is a lovely kit, but works very poorly as a retrofit to my current cabinet.  ...  "
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" ...  Large capacity makes it multi functional.  ...  "
Price
 10
size, quality, pay, money, microwave
+90%
-10%
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" ...  And at a reasonable price.  ...  "
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" ...  It's nice enough for the size and price. ... It's on the lower price end at this size though so I'm not too bothered.  ...  "
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" ...  that and I paid forty bucks more than it is now .  ...  "
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" ...  The Panasonic unit is superior to the Dacor, and is really well priced.  ...  "
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" ...  spend the extra money for a QUALITY APPLIANCE!  ...  "
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" ...  At this price, it's a steal.  ...  "
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" ...  Small price to pay.  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome microwave, amazing price  ...  "
Marketplace
 10
panasonic, expected, reviews, pictures, exactly
+70%
-30%
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" ...  This is my 4th time buying a warehouse deal and the 2nd time the description was way off.  ...  "
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" ...  Does everything as advertised  ...  "
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" ...  I bought a Panasonic Inverter in 2010 on Amazon.  ...  "
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" ...  I ordered the recommended kit through Amazon from Panasonic. ... I have included a photo.  ...  "
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" ...  It did meet the specifications as stated.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as described.  ...  "
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" ...  It was exactly what I expected. ... Great, I'm very pleased with the product and Amazon.  ...  "
Build Quality
 10
stainless, metal, painted, microwave, technology
+50%
-50%
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" ...  seems a bit cheap.  ...  "
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" ...  The feel of the dial is very cheap.  ...  "
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" ...  The sides and top are a metal painted to look like stainless steel.  ...  "
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" ...  Poor design on the legs  ...  "

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23.87 meters
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