PanasonicNN-SN76LS 1.6 cu.ft Cyclonic Inverter Countertop Microwave Oven 1250Watt Power with Genius Sensor Cooking, 19.44"D x 21.88"W x 11.94"H, Stainless Steel

I generally don't review things, and never expected to reviewing a microwave at that... but this microwave as been something else.I was skeptical of the sensor cooking or the "cyclonic inverter" figuring they were throwing buzz words around.I spent the first week with a thermal camera and a thermometer testing out the auto sensor feature and setting with anything i could think of, frozen dinners, lasagna, pizza, leftovers., popcorn (bagged and in popcorn poppers) and can only say i'm impressed.It's pretty much cooked everything perfectly even the frozen lasagna was 160f at the center running 180 around the edges with just selecting the auto feature.I think this sounds stupid however this microwave legitimately makes me feel like i'm in the future. For the last month i havn't bothered setting a time on anything or even looking at cooking instructions as I press the sensor button and hit start (sometimes changing it to frozen or based on the type of food) If i'm cooking something that i prefer a little more thoroughly cooked (170-180) I'll place a plate upside down over the food, I think takes a little longer for the moisture to reach the sensor.Regarding the popcorn button i've always been told to not use, it works perfectly, trying to do popcorn by sounds (pops-per-second) I always end up with more kernals, more burnt, and frequently both kernals and burnt popcorn. Selecting the right size bag via the popcorn button really felt like they had dialed it in finding no no burnt popcorn and nearly if not all kernals popped.I wouldn't go out of my way to get this microwave if you alreaddy have a perfectly good one, however if you're reading this review... I'm only saying that I would buy this again in a heartbeat. The synergy between the "cyclonic inverter" heating things evenly and the Sensor cooking is astounding.

Great microwave but the control panel could use some improvement on ease of use.

I have been using a model similar to this one for several years and it has been a workhorse. Because of the space, I needed one with like dimensions and this model fit the space. Quality still appears to be there but there has been some cheapening of the door opening latch button that is now plastic rather than the previous metal one. Power is still there and it runs as quiet as the old one. All in all pleased.

The media could not be loaded. Review of Panasonic NN-SN76LS 1.6 cu.ft Cyclonic Inverter Countertop Microwave Oven 1250Watt Power with Genius Sensor Cooking, 19.44"D x 21.88"W x 11.94"H, Stainless SteelMy 30-year-old Amana Radarange finally began peeling paint on the interior, so I had to retire it (I am not handy enough to repaint it). A lot of research led me to the Panasonic brand. I wanted one with a stainless steel interior for easier cleaning and not having to worry about peeling paint. I first tried the Panasonic that has Alexa integration, but it would not work consistently with Alexa, so I returned it. A more thorough search resulted in this one. After several delayed shipping notices, it finally arrived. I received what appears to be an open-box or returned item. Having just received a Panasonic and returned it, I knew how the new ones are packaged. The photos reflect the how it was repacked. The power cord was wound up and threaded through itself. It lacked the protective tape and wrappings on the cabinet and door. The manual and turntable wheel were loose inside the cabinet and with the turntable driver already installed. This thing is loud. It has a sound almost as if it’s churning. I posted a short video of it just starting up. It gets louder the longer it runs. I am considering returning this one since I did not get a new one. The insides did not appear to have debris, so maybe it was just a re-boxed floor model. But, once again, it sounds too loud, and something is possibly not right. The interior light is pretty dim too. It does seem to heat well, for what little I have used it so far. I don’t use pre-cook settings often, but there are several on this unit. I am so frustrated with Panasonic right now. The insides seem smaller than my old microwave (it’s a ¼ cubic foot). This is definitely not as tall on the inside. This unit is a lot lighter in weight than my old one. This unit is easier to move around for cleaning under and behind it. If not for the loudness and not sounding like it’s running correctly, I would likely give it 3.5 stars. Then adding in that I received a used or returned or opened box item, I am deducting more stars for this reason. I did not purchase the extended warranty, but maybe I should have. The price of this is not cheap. I can go to Walmart and get a 2.2 cubic foot, stainless steel interior microwave that has almost as many features as for about $150 less.

First time that I have ever used sensor cooking successfully. Very even cooking. Completely impressed. The reviews were spot on.

Powerful enough for heating food well. The large 15"D turntable is a plus. However there are a few bad design issues:1. Inconvenient child safe door locking design - a minor issue.2. The roller under the turntable is so huge that the turntable is raised up high therefore the cooking space height is reduced significantly. My old Sharp microwave's turntable is at the same level of the interior bottom that the cooking space can be maximized.3. Irregular turntable turning speed - One turn in about 11 seconds (not a regular 10 seconds) therefore if you place food close to the turntable edge then press 30 seconds button, the food won't come back to the original position.Overall, it is just an OK product. We are not satisfied with it at all, especially for the high price and bad designs. However we need to compromise because it's the only microwave oven with 15"D turntable that can fit into our kitchen cabinet (23" width).

A little fancier that I normally like, but it is huge and powerful. Lots of bells and whistles. Great product.