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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 153 reviews

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89%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers commend the 1.2 Cu. Ft. 1200 Watt SN68KS Microwave with Inverter and Genius Sensor for its compact size, powerful performance, and ease of use. Many appreciate the sensor cooking feature and the lightweight design, while some find the control panel could be improved for better visibility and ease of use. A few users noted that the microwave is louder than their previous models. Overall, the microwave receives positive feedback for its cooking capabilities and convenient features.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Shelf top fit

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great microwave. Replaced an older model. Like some of the newer features: sensor reheat for different items.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your 5-star rating! We are happy to hear you are pleased with the product. -M Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cooks food

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After doing without a microwave for a few days, it is great to be able to cook my microwave breakfasts again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We're so happy that you enjoyed our product! Thank you for the positive feedback, it means a lot to us. -C Panasonic

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not impresses

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not impressed with the sensor reheat option. The picture was taken after it exploded and we had to manually stop it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback. This is really concerning to us, given the nature of your claim, we would welcome the opportunity to evaluate the situation to determine the cause of your incident. Please reach out to our support team via Live Chat on the Panasonic Website, Contact Us option, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST at your earliest convenience: https://shop.panasonic.com/contactus . -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Weight
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good size

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like the size of this microwave. We have a small kitchen and it fits like a glove inside the over counter space we have. plug in and start using. The depth of this microwave is great for fitting long items. they may not clear the rotation so I don't but the plate in. most everything fits and warms properly. clock feature is good. I really like the keep warm feature and turbo defrost when I forget to pull the meat out the freezer before cooking. the sensor heat is advantageous. its also heavy enough to when you push the button to open the door the whole microwave doesn't move like our last one. over all this is a great microwave. wish we got the stainless steel one instead.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review. Panasonic

  • Cons mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    No more sneaking late night snacks!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Our 25 year old Samsung 800watt microwave finally gave out so I was excited to get a new one that would heat a can of soup in less than 2.5 minutes! I shopped and read dozens of reviews narrowing the choices to this one and (I think) a magic chef. I actually liked the other a bit more, mostly for its looks, but several of the reviews downgraded it because it was noisy. Our Best Buy didn’t have this one in black in stock, so we ordered one and got it a few days later. We love the way it performs. 90 seconds for my soup :), 45 seconds for a cup of boiling water, etc. but when I first turned it on my wife thought a 747 was flying just over our roof! Ok, that’s a BIt of an exaggeration, but I did double check to ensure I hadn’t missed a film or tape or something that was obstructing the exhaust. We still chuckle when we use it thinking that if the magic chef was louder that we’d need to use ear protection when using it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your experience with our product. We appreciate your support. Your feedback helps us improve our product for everyone. Please make sure that the roller ring and glass tray are properly placed inside the microwave to avoid excessive noise during operation. - S Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's Got Space To Spare

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When I first saw this, the one thing that came to mind was, it's gonna be too big. Compared to the microwave I already have/had. But no. This little behemoth is small on the outside and super spacious on the inside ( Dr Who anyone?) It has a bunch of cool settling to get you going quickly and can pretty much defrost Elsa( kidding) but the defrost is top notch. It does what it says. With that being said, $200 is a lot of scratch for it. But hey, it does it's job. So if you've have the cash and are looking for a very good microwave, this should not disappoint.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Sensor Cook Microwave with Fan Noise

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As to functionality, this microwave has exceeded my expectations. The sensor cook features work well, the size of the oven meets our needs, it's easy to clean, and even the little interior light is just enough. The only quibble is that it has a significant fan noise when operating. With the functionality at this price point that is probably normal, but I am giving it four stars because of the fan noise. As to functionality, this unit hits a home run. Some of the markings at the buttons are starting to rub off, so be careful with that. If what you care about is functionality, this unit delivers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your feedback, we will consider it for future improvements. We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your thoughts regarding the product. -C Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Power, Size

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice machine, but we got a lemon

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We liked the machine (Panasonic - 1.2 Cu. Ft. 1200 Watt NN-SN65KW) a lot, til it stopped working 32 days after purchase. On Day 1 out of the box the Start button began misbehaving. By Day 32 the light wouldn't go out & the machine stopped altogether. A shame, because the interior size, the power, the inside light that stays on while cooking & whilst door is open, the soft door close vs the usual jarring mini-bang, the quick 30sec button, option to turn off beeps, & of course the overall design were all nice. (However some of us found it a bit loud.) Strongly recommend getting a BestBuy protection plan (e.g. Geek Squad for $25). Panasonic product support was impossible to contact. We called the Best Buy Geek guys & were able to return it to a store for a full credit.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are sorry to read that your experience was less than 5-stars and we deeply appreciate your feedback! For further guidance, we can be contacted at https://shop.panasonic.com/contactus Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Repeat performance worked!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    In-store sales person was very helpful advising me on a selection. Suggested that I buy new version of same product I had before. Good choice. I already knew which buttons did what and there were several improvements in the new model. Especially, an interior light that stays on when door is open AND during cooking. All working very well! Thanks BestBuy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your positive review and 4-star rating! We’re glad you’re enjoying the product and are eager to hear how we can make your experience even better. - S Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    So far so good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Everything is great. The only issue is the buttons don't exactly line up with the numbers on the keypad so you have to put your finger on the number and then move it around until you hit the correct spot. It's very minor but the only button that is off by a large margin is the zeor button which is the child lock release button on the door.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hi Robert! We're glad to hear that you had a positive experience overall. We appreciate you pointing out the issue with the alignment of the buttons, your input is valuable, and we’ll certainly take it into consideration for future improvements. - S Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great microwave!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just what we needed to replace our old microwave. It fits nicely in the space that our old one sat in. This microwave is easy to use and does the job excellently. We have had good luck with the Panasonic brand and so this was a easy decision to purchase this microwave.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear you are enjoying the product! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Cooking, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I am so happy with my choice!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am so happy with my choice. I did a lot of research and then went for it and couldn't be happier. The microwave is easy to use, using traditional method of keying in time, or by using the genius sensor that automatically warms/cooks your food to the desired degree. I was pleasantly surprised by the price too--that means it was reasonable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your 5-star review, we deeply appreciate it! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great compact microwave

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We purchased this as a replacement for our previous Panasonic microwave. It works great, has an interior light, and is easy to program the clock and use cooking functions. Compact to fit into smaller counter space.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for the review. Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Power

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great high-power microwave

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This replaced an old 1200W microwave. I found this n ew microwave to be easy to use and the high power is great for foods that need it like popcorn and warming up cooked rice. I've also dialed the power back for other foods and it works great for that as well. The turntable and inside is larger than my old microwave despite the fact that it is no larger than the old one. About the only negative is that the inside is stainless steel and so it is a little harder to see what is inside as compared to my old microwave which had a white interior.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and feedback with us! -M Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    IT’S PANASONIC, IF YOU WANT LONGEVITY!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When our previous 20+ year old Panasonic microwave finally had an issue, the turntable quit turning, it was time to go shopping for a replacement. After considering various other makes, & models it soon became an easy decision to purchase this Panasonic microwave. Everything works great and the newer features that have been added over the years make it even better than our previous Panasonic microwave. The control panel is nicely arranged and is easy to setup no matter what you want to cook or heat up. The size is perfect for the space we had available on our countertop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are happy to hear you had a positive experience with the product! We value your input and encourage you to let us know more details about your experience with us. -C Panasonic

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Possible Uneven Heating ..

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works GREAT ! Only one minor issue. When the cooking is done, one must wait several minutes for next item OR Manually Press RESET for next item. Why would Panasonic has this feature is beyond me ... a poor choice. Other than that it is OK. Heating is not even over the entire tray .. OK in middle and edges ... in-between low heating. Rotating tray does not help to correct this. My Older Panasonic Microwave with IDENTICAL Title worked perfect .. not this one ... only needed to get used to this uneven heating.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We deeply appreciate you took the time to provide us with your feedback! Panasonic

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Panasonic Microwave 5 stars

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased my Panasonic microwave as my sister had one and loved it. I am impressed with my choice, it works as it should and easy to operate, my requirement. Simplicity. Love it, and the safety feature on opening the door.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Hello there! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that the microwave is meeting your needs with its simplicity and reliable performance. It’s great that you’re enjoying the safety feature as well! We truly appreciate your feedback and are so glad you love your choice. -C Panasonic

  • Cons mentioned:
    Button quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice Microwave but how to use it?

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good but not excellent because the buttons should have better options for common occurrence use. Even the manual is limited in directions for common use. Some directions ok but the manual needs far more examples. The microwave itself is well built and has a nice appearance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for sharing your feedback on our microwave. We appreciate your comments regarding the usability of the buttons and the comprehensiveness of the manual. -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Microwave

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had a Panasonic microwave prior to this, almost the same model & loved it. I really like the turbo defrost feature for unthawing food. I like that this model has a light inside & is also easy to clean.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      We are excited to hear that the product meets your expectations! -M Panasonic

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Microwave!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great features, great performance, and perfect color and size Panasonic microwave!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Panasonic Team
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      Thank you for your 5-star rating! We are glad to hear you are happy with the product. - S Panasonic

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