Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Panasonic NN-SN936B comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about families who reheat full dinner platters and want even reheating — read the strengths below before deciding.
The NN-SD945S is the premium Panasonic pick. Inverter + cyclonic tech at $289 is the highest-end countertop model. Best for buyers who cook multi-course meals in the microwave.
The NN-SN936B is the best-overall pick — Panasonic's inverter tech delivers even heating that the cheaper non-inverter picks can't match.
Most premium. Cyclonic tech adds to inverter. Most expensive.
Most powerful (1250W). Largest capacity. Inverter tech vs traditional in cheaper picks.
| Spec | Panasonic NN-SD945S | Panasonic NN-SN936B |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 1250W | 1250W |
| Capacity | 2.2 cu ft | 2.2 cu ft |
| Tech | Inverter + cyclonic | Inverter |
| Finish | Smudge-resistant stainless | — |
| Cooking Modes | — | 10 |