Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S] information from Consumer Reports

Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S]

Approximate retail price:

$145

Summary: This 1.2 cubic foot 1300-watts Midsized countertop Panasonic microwave has sensor, auto defrost, and controls are combo. offers a Stainless/SS-look option

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Type: Midsized countertop models

About - Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S]
The Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, countertop microwave oven models like the Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Heating evenness: This reflects how evenly a model reheated a dish of cold mashed potatoes. Auto defrost: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck. Ease of use: This includes how easy it is to set the microwave without referring to the instructions.

About - Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S]

The Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, countertop microwave oven models like the Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Heating evenness:: This reflects how evenly a model reheated a dish of cold mashed potatoes.
Auto defrost:: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck.
Ease of use:: This includes how easy it is to set the microwave without referring to the instructions.

About This Brand
This maker offers a wide range of products in the midlevel to high-end categories and is known for its Inverter technology. A number of Panasonic countertop models are also built-ins and convert with a kit you can purchase. The company sells a number of models with the Turbo Convection feature. Models range in price from $110 to $700.

About This Brand

This maker offers a wide range of products in the midlevel to high-end categories and is known for its Inverter technology. A number of Panasonic countertop models are also built-ins and convert with a kit you can purchase. The company sells a number of models with the Turbo Convection feature. Models range in price from $110 to $700.

Features & Specs - Panasonic Genius Prestige NN-SD688[S]
Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) Capacity as listed on the product or packaging. Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)	1.2
Watts This is the manufacturer's figure of the microwave power output. In general, the more watts an oven offers, the greater its cooking power-and the faster your food will be cooked. That said, differences in claimed wattage of 100 watts or less are unlikely to result in significant differences in performance. Watts	1300
Convection mode A few microwaves include a convection oven feature, which has a heating element and a fan that distributes heat. In convection mode, you can set the oven temperature as you would in a traditional oven to bake or roast items. Convection mode	No
Sensor Controls the cooking and reheating time automatically. It shuts off an oven when it determines (usually by sensing steam) that food is hot enough. Sensor	Yes
Detailed prompts Display offers instructions to guide you through the cooking process. Detailed prompts	No
Stainless/SS-look option Stainless-steel is stylish, but it shows fingerprints. Another option: a vinyl-covered metal finish that gives you a stainless-steel look but resists smudging. Stainless/SS-look option	Yes
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Holguinero

from

Toronto,Ca

1.0

Bad unit ?

5/20/2012

Pros

Large capacity good size

Cons

Hard To See Display

Unreliable

Best Uses

Quick Meals

Comment:

Broke two days before the warranty year ended.<br />Always had problems with this unit , the display was unreadable if you're medium-tall , the sensor ALWAYS overheated the meal , expensive , door hard to open , EXPENSIVE, no fine tune because there is no keypad.<br /><br />I'm almost happy it's gone , replaced with a Samsung unit.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

from

Houston, Texas

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Very Poor Reliability

4/1/2011

Pros

Powerful

Simple Display

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Defrosting

Comment:

Very Poor Reliability. We purchased one and it broke within 1 month; error Code H98. Took it back to the store who exchanged it. The second one lasted 3 months and gives the same error code H98. The cost to repair the magnetron is more than the cost of a new microwave. The magnetron is the heart of the oven and should last for many years. Please be careful when buying this model, it has very poor reliability, there are better ones available.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Ness

from

Suffolk, VA

(8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Died after 2 months- can't get it fixed

3/9/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

Powerful

Stylish- Modern-great rep

Cons

Broke after 2 months

Can't get it replaced

Parts backordered

Unreliable

Best Uses

Defrosting

Frozen Food

Leftovers

Popcorn

Was great while it worked

Comment:

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How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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