x_bruce
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024
9.17.24 Note: microwave failed three weeks ago and is sitting at the Panasonic approved repair facility where it languishes unrepaired. Panasonic is supposed to get in contact with the repair facility as they replaced what was supposed to be the faulty part but didn’t fix the machine. To date, Panasonic has not returned their calls. For that reason I can no longer recommend this microwave.There may be some new product shock when setting up this microwave. The manual is fairly epic but thankfully is laid out well and makes sense. If you aren’t planning to use an Amazon smart speaker nor your phone then some features may be a button pushing mess. That is because there are a ton of features and the buttons/dial are fairly sparse. I like that, most of the buttons on most microwaves are of no use to me and on this microwave are available but require extra button combinations and pushes.I use the Alexa phone app and have been exceptionally pleased with how the app works and with how easily the microwave responds. If I’m reheating something I use it like a traditional microwave. It is nice to know however that more complex things can be done with it.Bottom line, if you dislike using voice activated control this microwave is probably not for you. For traditional use the interface is simple but effective. For traditional tasks this microwave will get the job done while offering many additional types of usage should you desire it.
Bananna Cream
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2024
The microwave works great. it connected to Alexa upon set up. She worked immediately. Upon giving Alexa a cooking command. I was skeptical it would work well but it surprised me. I need the ability of Alexa to control the microwave. that is why I got it. It is an expensive microwave. I got a great price on Prime day. It is worth the money. for anyone blind or has low vision. since most microwaves are flat panels. that have to be marked. this microwave has no number pad like a traditional one. it has 6 push buttons and a turn dial. it is a really nice microwave. it is a taller microwave. then my last Panasonic. My last Panasonic was accessible too. Accessibility is an important factor. Manufactures should keep in mind. It is a wonderful microwave. Just got it. Hopefully it will last long time. My last Panasonic lasted 9 years.
S. Fong
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2024
First off, it has a dark inside. The inside light stopped working within one year. it pulls enough power that it trips the circuit breaker if there is anything else running at the same time. The Alexa feature is just silly and never worked. Worst of all, there is nothing Genius about it and sensor cooking overcooks everything. And tonight, it died, without warning. No error code, no power to the display. It's less than 2 years old. I got a build in GE Microwave that's over 20 years old that still worked better than this one. What a waste of money
Anon
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024
First off, trying to heat things by just pressing the Sensor button is a joke. Whatever you put in there will likely catch fire if you aren't watching closely. I'm not sure this senses anything, to be honest. I am marginally happy with Alexa taking commands but you have to be very specific and basically memorize the few things Alexa can control. If you take the time to learn how the buttons work (and it's a lot different than your typical microwave) only then is this a 4 star product. Overall, I'm happy with it although it's hard to tell from this review. ;)
ManuelM
Reviewed in Mexico on March 15, 2023
Para que Alexa lo encuentre debes poner una dirección de estados unidos , no es tan inteligente para recalentar la comida de forma automáticamente y la mayor parte del tiempo debo girar para reducir la potencia de lo contrario se me ha quemado un par de cosas, sufre de su efectividad 30 segundos bastan para recalentar una rebanada de pizza , con un micro común eso nunca lo hubiera creído, era más grande de lo que imaginamos así que hubo que ajustar como acomodamos en la cocina, a menos que enlaces con Alexa te atoras con incrementos de 30 segundos y a veces lo que necesitas son 40 segundos. Pd en menos de un año se llenó de óxido ,constantemente se le tiene que quitar con limón.
PeteC
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
We got this for my sister-in-law who is totally blind. Microwave ovens have long been her go-to appliance to prepare meals. She already has an Alexa compatible microwave, but it is small/underpowered as a primary cooking unit. The Panasonic NN-SV79MS is a full-sized/full-power unit that better meets her needs. As her "IT Guy" I set this up and connected with her Alexa. The process was very easy, took no more than a couple of minutes. This is an attractive, nicely designed and built microwave. We haven't used the physical controls much as the whole purpose was to use through Alexa. The Panasonic NN-SV79MS heats meals/food very evenly and is one of the quietest running microwaves we've ever used. The inverter/sensor cooking seems to be very accurate and my SIL usually can use simple commands such as "Alexa, reheat one meal" rather than have to worry about how long to cook something. She has only had this for a bit over a month, so can't comment on longevity, but this appears to be a very good microwave and especially for those who may be low vision/legally blind (or totally blind).