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Panasonic NN-SN966SR 2.2-cu.-ft. Stainless Inverter Countertop Microwave

2.2-cu.-ft. stainless inverter microwave with 1,250-W output and Genius Sensor. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Panasonic NN-SN966SR is a stainless 2.2-cu.-ft. countertop inverter microwave with 1,250-W output and 14 Genius Sensor cook settings. Panasonic lists its footprint, but exact SR trim compatibility, input rating, tray diameter, commercial class and a current Amazon offer remain unverified.

Consider it for

Consider NN-SN966SR if you need a roomy 2.2-cu.-ft. countertop microwave and value documented sensor menus, inverter operation and 1,250-W output. Measure its stated width, height and depth against your counter, and treat built-in installation as unconfirmed until Panasonic documents a trim kit for the exact SR code. Confirm the nameplate and turntable size for your installation and cookware..

Look elsewhere if

If you need a confirmed trim-kit installation, choose an exact model with Panasonic documentation naming its compatible kit. If you want a verified electrical input rating or numeric tray size, compare models whose exact manual supplies those specifications.

Pros & cons

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

What works in its favor

  • Panasonic's exact SR page identifies a 2.2-cu.-ft. stainless countertop microwave with 1,250-W output and inverter technology.
  • The page lists 14 Genius Sensor cook settings, sensor reheat, turbo defrost and Keep Warm.
  • Exact-model outside dimensions are provided, helping with counter planning.

What to weigh up

  • Voltage, frequency and electrical input were not established for the exact SR suffix; do not borrow NN-SN966S ratings.
  • The reviewed trim finder names NN-SN966S rather than NN-SN966SR, and the exact SR tray diameter is not stated.
  • The historical Amazon ASIN returned an error, so no current exact offer is verified.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredNN-SN966SR
Capacity2.2 cu. ft.; stainless-steel exterior; exact page describes countertop placement
Microwave output1,250-W microwave output with inverter technology
Cooking approachGenius Sensor page lists 14 sensor-cook settings and sensor reheat
Installation optionsDimensions: 23 7/8 × 14 × 19 7/16 in.; exact SR trim fit is unconfirmed
Finish and turntableTurbo defrost and Keep Warm; input rating, tray diameter and commercial class not established

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

What the features mean for you

Keep NN-SN966SR distinct from NN-SN966S

Panasonic's current product page names NN-SN966SR, while the older manual and trim listing identify NN-SN966S. The suffix difference is not resolved by the generic historical phrase built-in. Preserve the exact SR identity, use its current page for the 2.2-cu.-ft. and countertop facts, and do not borrow electrical, tray or trim details from the base S code without a manufacturer crosswalk.

Plan for the stated full-size footprint

The exact-model page gives dimensions of 23 7/8 inches wide, 14 inches high and 19 7/16 inches deep. Measure the counter and leave the clearances required by the instructions for the actual unit. Although the frozen title calls it countertop/built-in, the reviewed exact SR page documents countertop placement; this evidence does not establish cabinet installation or a compatible trim kit.

Use sensor features as a documented distinction

Panasonic lists 14 Genius Sensor cooking settings and sensor reheat for NN-SN966SR. Those named functions can matter if you want preset programs that respond to food rather than setting every cook time manually. They do not tell you that every food or container will suit a sensor cycle, so follow the matching manual and choose programs only for their listed uses.

Separate output from the unknown input rating

The product page states 1,250 W of microwave output and inverter operation. Output is the cooking-power value used in the roster's comparison. The exact SR electrical input and current were not established from a manual tied to this suffix, so do not substitute figures from NN-SN966S or infer an outlet requirement. Check the exact unit nameplate and its own documentation before installation.

Check dish fit rather than assuming tray capacity

Panasonic states a 2.2-cu.-ft. cavity, a meaningful size marker for larger cookware, but the sources reviewed here do not give an exact SR turntable diameter. A larger cavity does not guarantee that a wide rectangular dish can rotate without contacting the walls. Measure the glass tray and test the cookware dimensions against the actual oven before relying on a rotating cycle.

Treat the historical Amazon code as a search lead

The 2023 record supplies ASIN B07JMW8193 and an NN-SN966SR title, but its Amazon page returned an internal error during this review. That does not prove a current listing, exact condition or included accessories. The affiliate destination is therefore a tagged search for the model code. Compare the code and physical finish in any result before purchase; commercial-duty classification is also not established.

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Before you buy

What is the capacity and output?

Panasonic lists NN-SN966SR at 2.2 cu. ft. with 1,250 W of microwave output.

Does NN-SN966SR have sensor cooking?

Yes. Panasonic identifies 14 Genius Sensor cook settings and sensor reheat for this exact model.

Can I install it as a built-in?

The exact SR page documents countertop use; the reviewed sources do not verify an SR trim-kit pairing.

What are its outside dimensions?

Panasonic gives 23 7/8 inches wide, 14 inches high and 19 7/16 inches deep.

What is the turntable diameter?

The exact sources reviewed do not state an NN-SN966SR turntable diameter; measure the unit's tray.

Does the historical Amazon ASIN prove a current offer?

No. Its page returned an internal error, so the affiliate destination is a tagged exact-model search.

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-SN966SR is a stainless 2.2-cu.-ft. countertop inverter microwave with 1,250-W output and 14 Genius Sensor cook settings. Panasonic lists its footprint, but exact SR trim compatibility, input rating, tray diameter, commercial class and a current Amazon offer remain unverified.

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