Panasonic
Panasonic NN-SE785S 1.6 Cu. Ft. Inverter Microwave
★★★★★
1250W1460W
Reheat, defrost, and cook through with restaurant-even results — Panasonic's Inverter technology ends the cold-center problem for good.
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Overview
Key Features
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Countertop microwave oven for food preparation or heating up last night's leftovers. Dimensions: 11.94"H x 21.88"W x 19.44"D. Features elegant, designer styling with electrostatic glass touch controls and door. Meets or exceeds UL standard.
1.6 cu. ft. capacity provides ample space for a wide variety of cooking needs. Inverter technology delivers a constant stream of cooking power. Equipped with a six-digit LCD. 1-year manufacturer limited warranty on parts and labor; 5-year manufacturer limited warranty on magnetron tube.
Provides 1250W of cooking power with 10 power levels for effective cooking. Maintains the full flavor and nutrients of your favorite foods. Features three-stage cooking, child lock, and 12-hour clock for added convenience.
Comes in fingerprint-proof stainless steel color. Auto-adjusts power for fast, evenly cooked meals every time. Power source: 120V/60Hz; power consumption: 1460W.
Specifications
Capacity
1.6 Cu. Ft.
Cooking Power
1250W
Power Consumption
1460W
Power Source
120V / 60Hz
Power Levels
10
Technology
Cyclonic Wave, Inverter
Display
Six-digit LCD
Dimensions
11.94"H x 21.88"W x 19.44"D
Finish
Fingerprint-proof stainless steel
Warranty
1-year parts & labor; 5-year magnetron tube
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Inverter technology delivers continuous, even cooking power that genuinely eliminates the hot-edges/cold-center problem that plagues conventional microwaves.
- 1250W of cooking power combined with 10 adjustable power levels gives you precise control for everything from a delicate butter melt to a full reheat of a heavy pasta dish.
- Three-stage cooking lets you automate a full cook sequence — defrost, cook, and hold — without manually adjusting settings mid-cycle.
- 1.6 cu. ft. cavity is spacious enough for large dinner plates and standard casserole dishes, making it practical for family meal prep.
- Fingerprint-proof stainless steel finish stays looking clean on a busy countertop without constant wiping.
👎 Cons
- At 21.88 inches wide, this microwave has a substantial countertop footprint that will noticeably dominate a smaller kitchen workspace.
- The electrostatic glass touch controls, while sleek, can be less tactile than physical buttons — confirming that a press registered requires a glance at the display.
- No turntable plate listed in the specifications — the Cyclonic Wave system distributes heat without one, but users accustomed to a rotating plate may find the interior layout adjustment unfamiliar.
- At this size and wattage, it draws 1460W from your outlet — worth confirming your kitchen circuit can handle it alongside other appliances running simultaneously.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Inverter technology different from a standard microwave, and will I actually notice it in cooking?
Standard microwaves cycle full power on and off to simulate lower settings, which is why edges overcook while centers stay cold. The NN-SE785S delivers a true, continuous stream of reduced power — so a salmon fillet reheats evenly from edge to center, and defrosted chicken comes out uniformly thawed rather than cooked on the outside.
Is 1.6 cubic feet large enough for a family-size casserole dish or a large dinner plate?
Yes — 1.6 cu. ft. accommodates most standard 9x13 casserole dishes and dinner plates up to about 13 inches in diameter. It's a genuinely spacious countertop footprint that handles batch reheating without awkward tilting or fitting issues.
Does the NN-SE785S have a child lock, and how does it work?
It does. The child lock disables the control panel so curious hands can't start the microwave unsupervised. It's activated via a button hold sequence and is easy for adults to toggle on and off.
What is three-stage cooking, and what can I use it for?
Three-stage cooking lets you program up to three consecutive power levels and times in a single cook cycle — for example: defrost at 30% power, then cook at 70%, then hold warm at 10%. It's particularly useful for cooking frozen meals from start to finish without babysitting the microwave.
How does cleanup work with the glass touch door panel?
The electrostatic glass touch controls and door wipe clean easily with a damp cloth — there are no raised buttons or crevices to trap grease. The interior cavity is smooth and similarly easy to wipe down after splatter.
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