Panasonic 2.2 Cu. Ft. Built-In/Countertop Cyclonic Wave Microwave Oven w/Inverter…
- Countertop Microwave Oven
- 2.2 cu ft
- 1250 watts
- Touch
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How it ranks among the 85 countertop microwave ovens we track
3.9★ across 58 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
58 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
This is Panasonic's 2.2 cu ft Cyclonic Wave inverter microwave, built to install as a countertop or built-in unit in stainless steel. It runs at 1250 watts and uses a Genius Sensor to set power and time automatically for cooking and reheating.
- 2.2 cu ft capacity in stainless steel
- 1250W Cyclonic Wave Inverter cooking
- One-touch Genius Sensor auto-adjusts time and power
- Installs as countertop or built-in
Who it's for
Best suited to cooks who already dislike how conventional microwaves dry out food at the edges and are willing to learn a plus-key interface instead of a number pad. Less suited to anyone who wants to punch in a time and walk away on day one.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who like this microwave say the inverter and rotating magnetron cook more evenly than a standard microwave, with no burnt or dried-out spots even on sensor settings. The recurring complaints are the plus-key interface instead of a numeric keypad, a door latch that one owner says failed at 13 months just outside the warranty window, and a couple of units arriving with a broken glass tray or a door that would not seal.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Cooks evenly without burning or dry spots, per multiple reviewers
- 1250 watts with automatic Genius Sensor cooking
- Installs as either countertop or built-in
- No numeric keypad; time and options are set with plus/minus buttons
- Door latch failed for one owner at 13 months, just past warranty
- A couple of buyers received units with a broken glass tray or misaligned door
Performance notes
Inverter technology delivers continuous power rather than the on/off pulsing of a standard microwave, which several reviewers credit for even cooking without dried-out spots. The Genius Sensor reads steam and adjusts time and power automatically, so the main input from the user is picking a mode rather than a duration.
Specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model | NN-SE985S |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 36.8 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 19.4 × 23.9 × 14 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 16.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.2 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Auto Defrost |
| Heating Method | Inverter Technology |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1250 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 10 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 1250 Watts |
| Power Consumption | 1250 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Turntable |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Number of Programs | 10 |
| Cooking Program | Inverter, Sensor |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Additional Features | Turntable |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For Surround Sound Systems |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in countertop microwave ovens.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic 2.2 Cu. Ft. Built-In/Countertop Cyclonic Wave Microwave Oven w/Inverter…This product | 3.9 / 5 | 58 | 3.7 / 5 |
| COMFEE' EM720CPL-PMB Countertop Microwave Oven with Sound On/OffCOMFEE' | 4.4 / 5 | 28,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Nostalgia RMO4BK Retro 0.9 Cubic Foot 800-Watt Countertop Microwave OvenNostalgia | 4.6 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| TOSHIBA EM131A5C-BS Countertop Microwave Ovens 1.2 Cu FtTOSHIBA | 4.4 / 5 | 32,299 | 4.3 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER EM720CB7 Digital Microwave Oven with Turntable Push-Button DoorBLACK+DECKER | 4.2 / 5 | 22,300 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Panasonic NN-SE985S
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Panasonic NN-SE985S have a numeric keypad for entering time?
No. Reviewers note you set time and options with plus and minus buttons rather than a number pad, which some find tedious.
How reliable is the door latch on this model?
Panasonic covers the unit for 12 months. One owner reported the door latch failing at 13 months and was told it fell outside the warranty period.
Can this model be installed as a built-in?
Yes, it is built as a 2.2 cu ft built-in or countertop microwave.