A microwave is a microwave is a microwave.\u00a0 Right?\u00a0 In many instances, that may be the case.\u00a0 But looks can be deceiving, both for the good and for the not so good.\u00a0 When it comes to selecting the microwave for your household needs, it pays to shop around.\u00a0 One microwave worth giving a look is the Panasonic NN-SD997S.<\/p>\n
Why Should You Get It<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a large capacity microwave, coming in at 2.2 cubic feet and weighing in at 36.8 pounds.\u00a0 It will be noticed on the countertop or cabinet, with a footprint of 14 inches high, 24 inches wide, and 20 inches deep.\u00a0 The sleek stainless finish fits in well with the other stainless appliances so popular these days.\u00a0 The blue illuminated LEDs on the dial and display screen are easy to read.\u00a0 There is also a menu option if you need explicit cooking instructions, plus you can get helpful hints in three different languages if you need it.<\/p>\n For an additional $180, you can get the optional built-in kit and go for a custom installation.\u00a0 If you\u2019re not looking for a fixed installation, then the midrange price tag of $234 is what you\u2019ll be facing.\u00a0 For that price, you not only get the larger capacity and a full 1250 watts, you get Panasonic\u2019s inverter tech.<\/p>\n What Makes It Different<\/strong><\/p>\n Inverter tech is an uncommon feature in microwav<\/strong>es, and could make a difference, depending on your needs.\u00a0 With inverter tech, the power level throughout the cooking process is maintained at a constant level instead of switching between 50% power and 100% power, as is customary in most other microwaves.\u00a0 This supposedly makes a difference when cooking or reheating.\u00a0 If this interests you, test it out yourself and decide if it is worth the cost.<\/p>\n Is It Worth It?<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re not the type to regularly cook large meals with heavy use of the microwave, then this Panasonic NN-SD997S is probably not for you.\u00a0 If you do have a small army waiting to be served, then you\u2019ll enjoy the power and size of this midrange countertop microwave.\u00a0 When compared to other microwaves on the high-end of the microwave spectrum, the Panasonic NN-SD997S held its ground.\u00a0 Sleek and classy looking, it can meld into any kitchen d\u00e9cor, even masquerading as a high-end product.\u00a0 Whether or not you let others know you only paid its midrange price is up to you.\u00a0 We won\u2019t tell if you won\u2019t.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A microwave is a microwave is a microwave.\u00a0 Right?\u00a0 In many instances, that may be the case.\u00a0 But looks can be deceiving, both for the good and for the not so good.\u00a0 When it comes to selecting the microwave for your household needs, it pays to shop around.\u00a0 One microwave worth giving a look is …<\/p>","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1676,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[519],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1675","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-kitchen"],"yoast_head":"\n