Panasonic NN-SN76LS 1.6 cu.ft Cyclonic Inverter Countertop Microwave Oven 1250Watt Power…
- Countertop Microwave Oven
- 1.6 cu ft
- 1250 watts
- Touch
Reviewers who researched reliability specifically before buying report genuinely more even cooking at partial power, though the child lock and door latch need some patience.
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How it ranks among the 85 countertop microwave ovens we track
4.0★ across 271 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
271 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 1.6 cu ft, 1250-watt countertop microwave using Panasonic's cyclonic inverter technology and Genius Sensor cooking, with 15 preset auto-cook options for entrees, vegetables and more.
The inverter delivers continuous power at partial settings instead of cycling on and off, which several buyers researched specifically after their previous microwave struggled with soggy or unevenly heated food. It replaces an older Panasonic in some households after decades of use.
- 1.6 cu ft capacity, 1250 watts
- Cyclonic inverter technology for even heating
- Genius Sensor with 15 auto-cook presets
- Turbo defrost and sensor reheat
Who it's for
Households replacing an aging microwave who want more even reheating and defrosting. Not for anyone who wants simple physical dials over a keypad.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Several reviewers switched to this model specifically for Panasonic's reliability record and say the inverter genuinely cooks more evenly at partial power than their old microwave. Recurring complaints center on the child lock reset sequence being confusing after outages, unlit control buttons, and one report of the door mechanism failing after about a year of use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- More even heating at partial power
- Sensor cook handles a range of foods automatically
- Compact footprint for its interior capacity
- Child lock reset confusing after a power outage
- Control buttons not lit and hard to read
- Reported door-latch failure after about a year
Performance notes
Cyclonic inverter technology circulates heat in 3D waves, and the Genius Sensor reads food density to set cook time automatically across 15 presets. Reviewers who tested it with a thermal camera against frozen dinners, lasagna and popcorn describe consistently even results without hot or cold spots.
Specifications
| Brand | Panasonic |
|---|---|
| Model | NN-SN76LS |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 32 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 19.4 × 21.9 × 11.9 inches |
| Turntable Diameter | 13.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.6 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Power Defrost |
| Heating Method | Electric |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1250 watts |
| Number of Power Levels | 11 |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Energy Consumption | 1460 Watts |
| Power Consumption | 1460 Watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | glass |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Human Interface Input | Keypad |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Microwave |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Number of Programs | 15 |
| Cooking Program | 15 |
| Timer Function | Timer Function Available |
| Item Type Name | 1250Watt Power with Genius Sensor Cooking |
| Additional Features | Auto Cook, Child Safety Lock, Cyclonic Wave Inverter, Defrost |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
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Questions about the Panasonic NN-SN76LS
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What does cyclonic inverter mean on the Panasonic NN-SN76LS?
It delivers continuous variable power instead of cycling on and off, which reviewers say produces more even heating at lower power settings.
Does it have a child lock?
Yes, though several reviewers found the disable sequence confusing, especially after a power outage resets it.
How many auto-cook presets does it have?
15 preset options covering entrees, vegetables, oatmeal, soup and more.