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title: "Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter Technology and Genius Sensor, 1.2 Cubic Foot, 1200W"
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# 1200W powerful cooking 1.2 cu ft spacious interior Genius Sensor smart cooking Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter Technology and Genius Sensor, 1.2 Cubic Foot, 1200W

**Brand:** panasonic
**Price:** ₨23272
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Elevate your kitchen game with smart, sleek, and speedy cooking!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter Technology and Genius Sensor, 1.2 Cubic Foot, 1200W by panasonic
- **How much does it cost?** ₨23272 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- panasonic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted panasonic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Spacious Yet Sleek:** 1.2 cubic feet capacity with a compact footprint fits perfectly in modern kitchens without sacrificing interior space.
- • **Smart Genius Sensor:** Automatically adjusts cooking time and power by sensing steam, taking the guesswork out of meal prep for busy pros.
- • **Safety & Convenience:** Child lock, delay start, and keep warm features ensure peace of mind and flexibility for your fast-paced lifestyle.
- • **Seamless Inverter Power:** Experience consistent 1200W cooking that evenly heats from edge to center—no more cold spots or overcooked edges.
- • **Turbo Defrost Technology:** Speed up your defrosting with patented inverter turbo defrost—perfectly thawed meals in less time, ready when you are.

## Overview

The Panasonic NN-SN686S is a 1200W stainless steel microwave featuring advanced inverter technology for even cooking, a spacious 1.2 cubic foot interior, and a Genius Sensor that smartly adjusts power and time. Its compact design fits seamlessly on countertops or built-in spaces, while turbo defrost and safety features like child lock and keep warm add convenience for busy professionals seeking reliable, high-performance kitchen tech.

## Description

With its sleek, stainless-steel door and base and stainless silver body, the powerful Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Countertop/Built-In with Inverter Technology and Genius Sensor makes a stylish and convenient addition to any home, apartment or condo kitchen. This exceptional 1200-Watt, 1.2-cubic-foot capacity stainless steel microwave with 13.4-inch turntable evenly heats and cooks breakfast foods, after-school snacks, dinners, appetizers and more, making it ideal for singles, busy professionals and on-the-go families. This innovative microwave oven includes patented Inverter Technology which, unlike traditional microwaves that rely on pulse-on, pulse-off power at lower temperatures, delivers a constant stream of cooking power at every temperature for more evenly cooked meals - edges to centers - every time. With the touch of the Genius Sensor cooking button, this microwave takes the guesswork out of creating a great meal by automatically setting power levels and adjusting cooking or defrosting time for added time-saving convenience. The sensor measures the amount of steam produced during cooking and signals the microprocessor to calculate the remaining cooking time at the appropriate power level. A selection of 14 auto cook options enable you to quickly prepare your favorite foods, such as pizza, popcorn, pasta, soup, oatmeal and other dishes. This Panasonic microwave oven externally measures 12-1/4-inch x 20-11/16-inch x 15-13/16-inch (H x W x D).

Review: YOU NEED THIS MICROWAVE! - I absolutely LOVE this inverter microwave!! I used to sell appliances, and we also sold these (in a larger size). I always knew that when my old GE microwave crapped out, that I wanted a Panasonic inverter microwave next. FIRST, an inverter microwave is SUPERIOR to a regular microwave. It’s more powerful, cooks faster, doesn’t change the texture of your food (ie- frozen bread can be thawed in it and it comes out soft and not ruined), it does a great job with defrosting overall, and doesn’t turn hot dogs into rubbery sticks. Time to heat a cup of coffee to a perfect hot temperature is only slightly more than a minute. I have a small shelf built into my kitchen cabinets on which a microwave sits. It really only can accommodate a small microwave with a small interior. But this fits and it has a nice big interior in which I can put full size plates and casserole dishes. Now let me address some negatives. The sensor technology, which senses steam, doesn’t work the greatest. You have to leave the food uncovered to get it to work its best, which means the possibility of food “popping” and getting all over the interior of the microwave. If you cover the food, even loosely, the steam sensor can’t pick it up. With foods that I can put in without any cover, I often find them not hot enough, even with the additional time feature, but sometimes it’s perfect. So the sensor is hit or miss. One disadvantage is that the directions on frozen foods don’t work with this, so you have to learn how long to cook things. So if your Marie Calander’s meatloaf dinner says 4 minutes on high in a 1200 watt microwave, that’s going to be too long in this one! I did buy the extended warranty (through desertcart) because when I used to sell the larger version of these, I had more than one customer who told me theirs died after a couple years. But the inverter technology is so superior to a regular microwave, that I wasn’t discouraged by that. If it dies after my extended warranty, I”ll just buy another! This was made in Communist China for Panasonic, which is a Japanese company.
Review: Best Microwave on the Market - The best part about this brand of microwave is that it works - no hassle. My first Panasonic Inverter lasted 15 years. Replaced it b/c I wanted a smaller one. Gave it away to a coworker who says it’s still working 5 years later. Still looks new. So, instead doing the smart thing + buying another one, I bought a Toshiba based on the over 15k reviews. First one came dented. Sent back. Reordered and hated it. Cheaply made, door was noisy to open + close and within a year had to throw it in a dumpster. The back blistered and the inside was stained (could never get any food stain to go away). Idk if I just got a bad one or not, but this Panasonic is hands down a superior machine. Pros: minimalist look, no handle, easy to use, reheat option - did I mention it works??? My fridge + stove are black stainless, but my dishwasher is reg stainless, and the microwave sits right above it on the counter. I was thinking about replacing the dishwasher to match the rest, but the microwave kind of pulls it together, + the look is aesthetically pleasing now, so saved some $ there. Cons: in dim light, the operating panel is harder to see, and I still haven’t figured out how to permanently disable the child lock, but tbf, I haven’t spent any time reading the manual other than having to press 0 to open the door. I think that a child safety lock should be something you have to purposefully activate, not come already enabled. So, if you want a reliable, attractive, microwave that has an inverter and multiple cooking options, I cannot recommend Panasonic enough. The LG models are more expensive and aren’t nearly as attractive. I was tempted to buy the small Breville, but reviews were mixed. Btw…if it matters, Panasonic is one of the few microwave brands that isn’t made in China. That was a nice bonus for me. I’ve had this model a month with no issues. Some ppl didn’t like the dark gray interior, but I do. It’s different and makes it look more expensive than it is. Honestly, if I became a millionaire overnight, I’d still buy Panasonic microwaves. They’ve never let me down.

## Features

- Panasonic Microwave: This 1200 Watt high power, 1.2 cubic foot capacity stainless steel countertop/built in microwave delivers a seamless stream of cooking power for even cooking and delicious flavor.Turntable Diameter 340mm. Clock : 12H. Child Lock : Yes..Operating Frequency : 2,450 MHz
- Inverter Technology with Turbo Defrost: Patented Inverter Technology generates a seamless stream of power and delivers consistent, evenly prepared food without overcooking; Advanced Inverter Turbo Defrost speeds up defrosting time
- Compact Design: This countertop microwave with 13.4 inch turntable is thinner, lighter and more efficient, allowing you to devote less space to electronics and more to interior capacity; Internal dimensions (H x W x D): 9 15/16 inch x 13 15/16 inch x 14 3/8 inch
- Smart Cooking Settings with Genius Sensor: Built in automatic genius sensor adjusts power and times based on different foods; Other advantages include 14 preset menu items, quick minute timer, delay start and child safety lock
- Keep Warm Feature: This inverter microwave keeps soups, gravies or desserts warm and fresh until ready to serve. Power Source 120V / 60Hertz. Power Consumption 1480W. Membrane keypad and 5 menu buttons for easy programming, 10 Power Levels; push-button door release
- Panasonic kitchen appliances reflect Japan’s relentless innovation and high-tech heritage, delivering not only smarter, faster meals but also a seamless, elevated cooking experience you can taste in every bite.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01DEWZUG4 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,170 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #23 in Countertop Microwave Ovens |
| Brand Name | Panasonic |
| Capacity | 1.2 Cubic Feet |
| Color | Stainless Steel / Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (8,444) |
| Date First Available | March 25, 2016 |
| Defrost | Defrost |
| Energy Use | 1200 Watts |
| Included Components | Microwave |
| Inner Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 25.5 Pounds |
| Item model number | NN-SN686S |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Model Info | NN-SN686S |
| Oven Cooking Mode | Electric |
| Part Number | NN-SN686SR |
| Product Dimensions | 15.81 x 20.69 x 12.25 inches |
| Special Features | Child Safety Lock |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Wattage | 1480 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Panasonic
- **Capacity:** 1.2 Cubic Feet
- **Color:** Stainless Steel / Silver
- **Included Components:** Microwave
- **Installation Type:** Countertop
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Product Dimensions:** 15.8"D x 20.7"W x 12.2"H
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Residential
- **Special Feature:** Child Safety Lock
- **Wattage:** 1480 watts

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this unit have an inside light that comes on when you open the door or does the light only come on when cooking?**
A: Well, son of a gun! I just opened the door, instead of interpreting some printed material somewhere, and the light came on. Frankly, I've never seen a microwave oven that DIDN'T turn its light on when the door is opened. It's a necessity, and it would be kinda stupid not to.

**Q: can i see through the door ?**
A: When the interior light is on (when cooking),  yes.  When the light is off, the front has a mirror-like reflective surface.

**Q: Hi. what's the magnetorn warranty as provided the manufacturer as i could not find that in the warranty spec ? please let me know asap.**
A: 1 year all parts and labor 1 year except Magnetron Tube
Magnetron Tube is 1 year labor and 5 years parts
This is only in the U.S.A

I love mine and I have not had any problems.

**Q: Can i toast a bagel in this?**
A: NO!!!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ YOU NEED THIS MICROWAVE!
*by S***T on May 14, 2025*

I absolutely LOVE this inverter microwave!! I used to sell appliances, and we also sold these (in a larger size). I always knew that when my old GE microwave crapped out, that I wanted a Panasonic inverter microwave next. FIRST, an inverter microwave is SUPERIOR to a regular microwave. It’s more powerful, cooks faster, doesn’t change the texture of your food (ie- frozen bread can be thawed in it and it comes out soft and not ruined), it does a great job with defrosting overall, and doesn’t turn hot dogs into rubbery sticks. Time to heat a cup of coffee to a perfect hot temperature is only slightly more than a minute. I have a small shelf built into my kitchen cabinets on which a microwave sits. It really only can accommodate a small microwave with a small interior. But this fits and it has a nice big interior in which I can put full size plates and casserole dishes. Now let me address some negatives. The sensor technology, which senses steam, doesn’t work the greatest. You have to leave the food uncovered to get it to work its best, which means the possibility of food “popping” and getting all over the interior of the microwave. If you cover the food, even loosely, the steam sensor can’t pick it up. With foods that I can put in without any cover, I often find them not hot enough, even with the additional time feature, but sometimes it’s perfect. So the sensor is hit or miss. One disadvantage is that the directions on frozen foods don’t work with this, so you have to learn how long to cook things. So if your Marie Calander’s meatloaf dinner says 4 minutes on high in a 1200 watt microwave, that’s going to be too long in this one! I did buy the extended warranty (through Amazon) because when I used to sell the larger version of these, I had more than one customer who told me theirs died after a couple years. But the inverter technology is so superior to a regular microwave, that I wasn’t discouraged by that. If it dies after my extended warranty, I”ll just buy another! This was made in Communist China for Panasonic, which is a Japanese company.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Microwave on the Market
*by P***M on September 29, 2024*

The best part about this brand of microwave is that it works - no hassle. My first Panasonic Inverter lasted 15 years. Replaced it b/c I wanted a smaller one. Gave it away to a coworker who says it’s still working 5 years later. Still looks new. So, instead doing the smart thing + buying another one, I bought a Toshiba based on the over 15k reviews. First one came dented. Sent back. Reordered and hated it. Cheaply made, door was noisy to open + close and within a year had to throw it in a dumpster. The back blistered and the inside was stained (could never get any food stain to go away). Idk if I just got a bad one or not, but this Panasonic is hands down a superior machine. Pros: minimalist look, no handle, easy to use, reheat option - did I mention it works??? My fridge + stove are black stainless, but my dishwasher is reg stainless, and the microwave sits right above it on the counter. I was thinking about replacing the dishwasher to match the rest, but the microwave kind of pulls it together, + the look is aesthetically pleasing now, so saved some $ there. Cons: in dim light, the operating panel is harder to see, and I still haven’t figured out how to permanently disable the child lock, but tbf, I haven’t spent any time reading the manual other than having to press 0 to open the door. I think that a child safety lock should be something you have to purposefully activate, not come already enabled. So, if you want a reliable, attractive, microwave that has an inverter and multiple cooking options, I cannot recommend Panasonic enough. The LG models are more expensive and aren’t nearly as attractive. I was tempted to buy the small Breville, but reviews were mixed. Btw…if it matters, Panasonic is one of the few microwave brands that isn’t made in China. That was a nice bonus for me. I’ve had this model a month with no issues. Some ppl didn’t like the dark gray interior, but I do. It’s different and makes it look more expensive than it is. Honestly, if I became a millionaire overnight, I’d still buy Panasonic microwaves. They’ve never let me down.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***D on September 14, 2024*

excelente horno. todo lo calienta muy rapido y bien solo hay que calcular el tiempo de calentamiento de alimentos si te pasas te puedes llevar una no muy grata sorpresa. SOLO PRODUCTOS INVERTER

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*Last updated: 2026-03-10*