Microwaves

Panasonic NN-SF57QSQPQ review

Panasonic NN-SF57QSQPQ

CHOICE Expert Rating

86%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Comprehensive instructions with guidelines.
  • Touch controls are easy to use.
  • Written functions are easy to comprehend.
  • Digital display is bright and clear.
  • Controls and functions are grouped together well.
  • Press door lever is easy to use.
  • Quick reference guide for melt u0026 soften, reheat bread, vegetables, potatoes, fish/chicken, rice, pasta and dessert.
  • Stop/reset control is red, so is obvious.
  • Sealed touch controls easy to wipe over.
  • No turn table, easy to wipe over however rubber seal around base can trap grime.
  • Trim kits available for built-in look.
  • Melt u0026 Soften function.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Borderline visibility through door.
  • May need to refer to manual for weight range, sequencing and more details on auto programs.
  • Power level control shows bar grading not numbers, need to refer to the manual.
  • Seam around control panel can trap dirt and grime.
  • Some crevices around the push door lever can trap grime.
  • Some small holes on the inside of the microwave that can accumulate grime.
  • Audible beep and cooling fan are fairly noisy.
  • Brushed stainless steel strip along the bottom of the door and on the push lever, can show fingerprint marks which may require extra attention.

Recommended products

Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
86%
Cooking performance score
Ease of use score
Pizza cooking score
Chicken cooking score
Grilling toast score

Related products

Status
Tested model

Specifications

Volume (L)
Oven temperature range (°C)
Power (W)
External dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
Internal dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
Weight (kg)
Pizza diameter (cm, claimed)
Contact
panasonic.com

Cost

Price
$409.00
Running costs/10yrs

Features

Fan forced
Fan assisted
Racks supplied
Rotisserie
Height extension ring
Lid holder
Thermostat light
Other accessories

Looking for user reviews?

We don't offer user reviews anymore. Help us improve this expert review by sharing your feedback in a quick survey.