Tips for measuring up
This is a freestanding microwave, designed to sit on your countertop. If you want one that’s built into your kitchen, you’ll need to instead look for a built-in microwave.
It's OK - but not as great as I'd expected.
4/5
I like that it is quiet, and seems solidly built.
I'm less impressed that it seems difficult to use both microwave and convection at the same time... (I failed to work out how to do this when baking a potato - but can't rule out that it is possible.)
The display is also a little disappointing... I can't see it in bright sunlight and the scrolling text is a bit "naff". Ease of use of the controls was a major part of why I selected this combination oven – they’re not difficult to use – but fell a short of my (high) expectations. The buttons don’t have a tactile feel and if it’s dark in the room you can’t see where to press… My (much cheaper, older) combination oven allowed me to press the big (turning) knob to start… which was great... this Panasonic doesn’t have that feature. I’d have also liked to see a non-metal tray included – one that fits the same slots as the ‘panacrunch’ metal tray… but, I suppose, I need to shop around to find one that will also fit.
Overall, I’m satisfied. I don’t wish I’d bought something else – but it is disappointing that a few minor niggles leave me thinking “it’s OK” – rather than “it’s Great!”
