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Panasonic NN-SN936B 2.2-cu.-ft. Inverter Countertop Microwave, Black

Large black inverter microwave with 14 Genius sensor-cook settings and sensor reheat. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

NN-SN936B is a verified Panasonic countertop microwave. Its official product page identifies the exact SKU and black finish, while Panasonic's support specification documents the 2.2-cu.-ft. capacity, 1,250-W output, sensor features, turntable and no-trim-kit status. The support table contains the additional label NN-SN936BATH, which Panasonic does not explain; the product SKU remains NN-SN936B and no separate model is created from that suffix. The historic renewed ASIN is not an exact current offer proof.

Consider it for

For a buyer seeking a large 2.2-cu.-ft. countertop microwave who will use sensor cooking and needs room for large dishes on a 420-mm tray. Panasonic provides separate output and consumption values and marks trim-kit availability as No. Measure the nearly 24-inch width and depth. Verify any current search result against exact model NN-SN936B; the historic Renewed ASIN did not load..

Look elsewhere if

Not for a small counter or a planned built-in opening: the published dimensions are almost 24 inches wide and Panasonic lists no trim kit. The weight is left out because Panasonic's shop and support pages report different values.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • Panasonic documents a 2.2-cu.-ft. cavity and 1,250-W cooking output on the exact black NN-SN936B SKU.
  • The product page names Genius Sensor, 14 Sensor Cook settings and Sensor Reheat rather than relying on a generic auto-cook label.
  • The support specification lists a 420-mm turntable, 10 power settings, three-stage cooking, Turbo Defrost and Keep Warm.
  • Panasonic separately states 1,460-W consumption and 1,250-W microwave cooking power, helping distinguish input from output.

What to weigh up

  • The nearly 24-in. width and 19 7/16-in. depth need a substantial counter footprint.
  • Panasonic's exact support table marks trim-kit availability as No, so a built-in installation is not documented.
  • The support page's internal model label NN-SN936BATH is unexplained, and the product/support pages differ on net weight; neither uncertainty is converted into a second model or asserted weight.
  • Amazon ASIN B07KX84LS2 was a historic Renewed listing and failed to load; a tagged model search is used without current price or stock claims.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredNN-SN936B
CapacityCapacity is 2.2 cu. ft.; Panasonic's product page gives outside dimensions of 23 7/8 W × 14 H × 19 7/16 D in.
Microwave outputPanasonic lists 1,250 W cooking output separately from 1,460 W microwave consumption at 120 V/60 Hz
Cooking approachInverter cooking, Genius Sensor with 14 Sensor Cook settings, Sensor Reheat, ten power levels, three-stage cooking and Turbo Defrost are documented
Installation optionsPanasonic identifies countertop use and lists no trim kit; the exact supply is 120 V/60 Hz
Finish and turntableThe model is black with a 420-mm turntable (about 16.54 in.); Panasonic's support table has an unexplained `NN-SN936BATH` caption, and conflicting weights are omitted

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 5, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Keep the exact SKU separate from the support-table suffix

Panasonic's product page states SKU NN-SN936B and identifies the black 2.2-cu.-ft. model. The support article's title also says NN-SN936B, but its specification-table caption reads NN-SN936BATH. Panasonic provides no explanation for the additional letters. I use the exact shop SKU in the product record and disclose the table label rather than assuming a new color, revision or alias beyond the page's connection.

Match the large cavity to actual counter and dish dimensions

The support page lists 2.2 cu. ft. and a 420-mm turntable; Panasonic's product page gives an outside width of 23 7/8 inches, height 14 inches and depth 19 7/16 inches. The turntable value is about 16.54 inches across when converted from 420 mm. Check both the outside footprint and the dish's usable rotation path, rather than relying on capacity alone.

Read the output number separately from electrical consumption

Panasonic identifies 1,250 W as microwave cooking power and separately lists 1,460 W of microwave power consumption with a 120-V/60-Hz supply. The higher consumption figure is input, not the output wattage used to compare cooking ratings. The support page also lists 10 settings and three-stage cooking; use those documented controls without predicting a dish's cooking time.

Understand what Genius Sensor is documented to do

Panasonic describes Genius Sensor as automatically adjusting power and time and lists 14 Sensor Cook settings plus Sensor Reheat. The support table separately lists 14 Auto Cook menu entries. Those manufacturer labels support a sensor-cooking tag; they do not promise that every food or container can use an automatic program. Follow each menu and cookware instruction in the model manual.

Plan for countertop installation rather than a trim kit

Panasonic's specification table lists Trim Kit: No. The official product page calls this a countertop microwave, so plan an open counter position that satisfies its exact installation guide. Before choosing a permanent spot, check the full width, depth and height against the available counter and confirm the guide's airflow, support-surface and receptacle requirements. Leave room for the door to open fully. If the plan depends on a finished cabinet opening, choose a model with explicit trim-kit approval instead of adapting an accessory from another Panasonic family.

Use the model search after the renewed ASIN failed

The frozen title describes ASIN B07KX84LS2 as Renewed, but Amazon returned an internal error on 2026-10-05. Panasonic's exact SKU and support page verify NN-SN936B independently; they do not show what that Amazon ASIN currently offers. The tagged destination searches NN-SN936B and makes no current price, stock, sales or buyer-review claim. Panasonic's shop page lists 36.8 lb. and support lists 35.0 lb. net, so weight is not used.

What else to compare

If the 23 7/8-inch width, 19 7/16-inch depth or no-trim-kit requirement does not suit the kitchen, compare smaller models or a unit whose own Panasonic installation documents approve a trim kit. If weight affects shelf or mount planning, obtain a current manufacturer or model-label confirmation because the two manufacturer pages differ.

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Before you buy

What model and finish is this?

Panasonic's exact product page lists black SKU NN-SN936B. The associated support article's table is labeled NN-SN936BATH, a suffix Panasonic does not explain.

What are the microwave output and power consumption?

Panasonic lists 1,250 W cooking power and separately lists 1,460 W of microwave consumption. The first is output; the second is electrical input.

Does it have sensor cooking?

Yes. Panasonic documents Genius Sensor, 14 Sensor Cook settings and Sensor Reheat.

What is the turntable size?

The support table lists 420 mm, about 16.54 inches. Panasonic's product page lists 23 7/8 × 14 × 19 7/16-inch outside dimensions.

Can it be built in with a trim kit?

Panasonic lists Trim Kit: No. Its product page classifies the model as a countertop microwave.

Why is the weight omitted?

The Panasonic product page reports 36.8 lb., while the support table gives a 35.0-lb. net weight; the exact source pages differ.

Does renewed ASIN B07KX84LS2 verify a current offer?

No. The page returned an internal error; use the tagged exact-model search and verify the NN-SN936B SKU on any current result.

Where can I check the current price?

Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.

Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

Panasonic NN-SN936B is a black 2.2-cu.-ft., 1,250-W inverter countertop microwave with Genius Sensor, 14 sensor-cook settings, Sensor Reheat, three-stage cooking and a 420-mm turntable. Panasonic lists no trim kit and publishes a nearly 24 × 19 7/16-in. footprint. The support table's extra `ATH` suffix and conflicting page weights remain disclosed uncertainties; search the exact SKU because the old Renewed ASIN failed to load.

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