Panasonic 20L Solo Microwave Oven (NN-ST26JMFDG, Silver, 51 Auto Menus)

If you are looking for a microwave that actually does its job without any unnecessary fluff, the Panasonic 20L Solo (NN-ST26JMFDG) is the one to get. I spent a lot of time comparing this against LG and IFB, and honestly, for the price, this is the smartest buy. Why I chose this over the others: * Reliable Performance: Unlike some cheaper brands, the heating here is incredibly even. You don't get those 'cold spots' in your food. * Best-in-Class Defrosting: Panasonic knows what they're doing with their magnetrons. Defrosting meat or frozen snacks is gentle and doesn't 'cook' the edges. * Build Quality: It feels solid. The touch membrane is responsive, and the silver finish looks much more premium on the countertop than basic black plastic models. * Compact but Spacious: It easily fits a full-sized dinner plate (up to 10 inches) despite having a small footprint that doesn't hog the entire counter. The Pros: * 51 Auto Menus: Great if you occasionally want to do more than just reheat. * Easy to Clean: The interior wipes down very easily. * Energy Efficient: It doesn't seem to draw excessive power for simple tasks. The Cons: * The power cord is standard length (~1m), so make sure your socket is nearby. * As with all solo microwaves, it won't 'brown' your food (get an OTG or Convection if you want that). Verdict: For under ₹6,000, you are getting professional-grade tech from the brand that basically pioneered microwaves. It’s perfect for families who need a reliable machine for daily reheating and quick defrosting. Skip the 'budget' brands and go for this—it’s worth the extra few hundred rupees for the peace of mind.

Its good and reliable, works good looks good

As a busy professional managing both a full-time job and studies, this microwave has been an excellent addition to my kitchen. While I haven’t explored its cooking functionalities yet, its heating and auto-reheat features have been perfect for my needs. It’s compact, fits perfectly in my small kitchen, and is very easy to clean. I haven’t experienced any issues with overheating, and overall, I’m very satisfied with its performance. The packaging was impeccable, and the delivery was on time, which I really appreciated. One note for new buyers: the user manual is placed inside the oven. As this is my first microwave, I wasn’t aware of that and initially had to rely on YouTube tutorials to figure out how to open the door. Once I did, I found the manual, which cleared up all my questions. I bought this during a sale at a fantastic price, and it’s been a great value. If you’re a bachelor or someone looking for an easy-to-use, reliable appliance for simple heating and reheating, I highly recommend this microwave!

Simple to operate, clean, sweet design, and performs as expected. By far, the most cost effective product for my requirement. I dont use it much for cooking stuff. Mostly for reheating and heating beverages

Nice Microwave, works well

The Product belongs to a reputed company like Panasonic but the piece is very complicated. It's very difficult to understand. The piece is with me since 5 days but I have to know how to operate some knows or are they not working. I have been using Micro owen since decade but have not seen complicated piece. It's not at all friendly. My maid are calling me to operate basic knobs.

We were using a Samsung make Micro Oven for several years . after its usual life was over purchased this recently . Used it for few days . Following are the main observations : ++ Very compact size . Weight only 11kg. competitive pricing for a well known brand ( Panasonic , Japan ) All typre of cooking possible with different power ratings ( Selectable ) , 800W maximum, Grills not possible, Reheating , Defrosting all possible. Manual provided , simple operating proceedure . The delivery person will open the unit at your kitchen and once you are satisfied with the power on and observing no external damage then only give the OTP to the delivery person. This is as per Amazon written policy . The power cord is quite long and hence no issue to connect to your nearby Electric power point. Definitely suitable for a family of 2 to 3 members . One year warranty --- The unit stands but it not standing firmly on the place although not a major problem . Otherwise its a well performing unit !

very good product