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Panasonic 4-in-1 1000W Microwave Oven with Air Fryer, Convection Bake, Broiler, Inverter - 1.2 cu ft, Stainless Steel
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Brand | Panasonic |
Product Dimensions | 17.7"D x 22"W x 13.5"H |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Capacity | 1.2 Cubic Feet |
Special Feature | Convection Bake, Inverter Microwave Technology, Genius Sensor Cooking, Airfry, FlashXpress Broiler |
Recommended Uses For Product | Meat |
Installation Type | Countertop |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Included Components | Microwave, Turntable, Wire Rack High, Enamel Tray, Airfry Basket, Quick recipe guide |
About this item
- The Ultimate All-In-One Multi Oven: It’s a countertop microwave, broiler, airfryer, and convection oven all in one! Use each function alone or combined for delicious meals every time.Operating Frequency : 2450 MHz
- Healthy Air Fryer Mode: Quickly circulates hot air around food, producing crispy, brown results, no pre-heat required. Make french fries, nuggets, and more healthier and delicious
- Use as a Main or Second Oven: Use Convection Bake function up to 425°F, with or without preheat, for baking and roasting. FlashXpress Broiler is perfect for toasting, browning, and crisping
- Smart, Even Cooking Power: 1000-Watt Panasonic inverter microwave technology for smart, even defrosting, reheating, cooking, & warming; Genius Sensor Cook, Turbo Defrost, and other dedicated settings for easier cooking
- Sleek, Space Saving Design: Large capacity, small overall footprint - 22”W x 13.4”H x 17.7”D with 14.2” turntable; place on countertop or make it a built in microwave oven with optional trim kit (NN-TK81KCS)
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From the manufacturer
Make Every Meal a Masterpiece
HomeCHEF 4-in-1 Multi-Oven
With a built-in Convection Oven, Air Fryer, Inverter Microwave and FlashXpress Broiler, the HomeCHEF 4-in-1 Multi-Oven is the one appliance you need to prepare meals, snacks and sides quickly and deliciously.
4 Cooking Methods + 2 Combination Cooking Options = Delicious Possibilities
Healthy Air Fryer
Cooks from the outside in for crispy, browned foods with less calories, and no preheat required. Includes airfryer basket, wire rack and enamel tray.
It Can Be Your Main Oven
The Convection Bake function ranges from 100° to 425° for baking and roasting. The FlashXpress Broiler is perfect for toasting, browning and crisping.
FlashXpress Broiler
Allows the microwave to broil with grill-like results. The included wire rack lifts food closer to the infrared grilling element for a perfect finish.
Inverter Microwave
Patented Inverter technology teams up with the Genius Sensor to deliver smart, even defrosting, reheating, melting, cooking and keeping foods warm.
Get to know the HomeCHEF 4-in-1 Multi-Oven
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How to airfry with the Panasonic HomeCHEF 4-in-1 Multi-Oven
Airfrying cuts down on calories by using no added oil while also delivering the same crispy, delicious results. Our airfrying technology cooks from within and from the outside for perfectly crispy fries, burgers, nuggets, chicken wings and more with no preheating required. Airfryer basket, wire rack and enamel tray included for optimal airfrying possibilities.
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Easy one-push reheating convenience
Just put your food in the HomeCHEF and press start! The Genius Sensor automatically detects your food and reheats optimally with our patented Inverter technology with just the push of a button. Panasonic's Genius Sensor monitors steam levels in the HomeCHEF and adjusts cooking methods accordingly to deliver perfect results, every time.
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Save counterspace while increasing interior volume
The HomeCHEF's sleek, compact size fits neatly on any countertop, and saves you 15% more space when compared to similarly spacious convectional microwaves. The HomeCHEF can also be built-in with an optional trim kit. Despite it's small exterior, the 1.2cu interior can fit a 9" x13" baking dish or a whole chicken. The HomeCHEF delivers the capability of four appliances in one with fast, delicious results.
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Warm, Even Centers & Crispy Brown Edges
Panasonic's Inverter ovens combine microwave technology and convection heating to make tastier food, faster. Choose one of two combo cooking methods for your desired outcome. Combo 1 combines Broiling and Microwaving while Combo 2 combines Convection baking and Microwaving. You can use one appliance to perfectly brown French fries while baking pastries, roasting chicken and cooking casseroles.
Custom recipes via fresco
Panasonic has partnered with recipe apps fresco to bring you quick, easy and delicious recipes. Download the apps to get started.
Easy-clean interior
The oven's stainless steel interior makes cleaning even the toughest stuck-on messes a breeze.
Safety Lock + Silent Mode
Set the child safety lock to keep young hands from operating the oven. Plus turn off beeps while kids are asleep.
For a custom, built-in look
Our stainless steel trim kit (NN-TK81KCS, sold separately) and instructional videos are available to help achieve a sleek aesthetic.
Is this a built-in microwave, or does it sit on the countertop?
This is a countertop combination oven that can also become a built-in by installing an optional trim kit (NN-TK81KCS, sold separately).
What is the purpose of Silent Mode?
Fantastic for families with little kids, or anyone who would prefer not to hear a beep when the oven’s timer is done. To activate, press Start 3 times until you see BEEP ON then press Timer/Clock once to change to BEEP OFF. Press Stop/Reset to exit.
How much space must be left around the oven in order to ensure proper air flow?
Allow 6 inches (15 cm) of space on the top of the oven, 4 inches (10 cm) at back and 2 inches (5 cm) on both sides. If one side of the oven is placed flush to a wall, the other side or top must not be blocked. Do not remove feet.
Can this product make toast?
This product is not intended to be a toaster replacement. The Broil function can toast bread, but only on one side. It is best used to create perfectly browned meals and snacks, from pizzas, appetizers and flatbreads to casseroles and desserts.
Why does the microwave fan continue to run after the cooking cycle is complete?
The oven has a built-in cooling cycle that helps to protect the interior components and insure long-term durability. Depending on cook time and mode, you may hear the fan up to 6 minutes after cooking is complete to fully cool the oven's interior.
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4-in-1 Multi Oven | FlashXpress Broiler | Compact Microwave Oven | Compact Microwave Oven | Compatible Trim Kit | Cookware Accessory | |
Customer Reviews
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Model
| NN-CD87KS | NN-GN68KS | NN-SN67KS | NN-SN686S | NN-TK81KCS | NN-ASP1AW |
Capacity
| 1.2 cu.ft. | 1.1 cu.ft. | 1.2 cu.ft. | 1.2 cu.ft. | — | — |
Microwave Power
| 1000W | 1000W | 1200W | 1200W | — | — |
Air Fryer
| yes | no | no | no | — | — |
Convection Oven
| yes | no | no | no | — | — |
Broiler
| yes | yes | no | no | — | — |
The Genius Sensor
| yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — |
1-Touch Sensor Reheat
| yes | no | no | no | — | — |
Auto Pre-set Menus
| 20 | 18 | 15 | 14 | — | — |
Quick 30-seconds
| yes | yes | yes | yes | — | — |
Digital Display
| White | White | White | Green | — | — |
Exterior Dimensions (WxHxD)
| 22 in x 13.5 in x 17.7 in | 20.7 in x 12.2 in x 15.8 in | 20.7 in x 12.2 in x 15.8 in | 20.7 in x 12.2 in x 15.8 in | — | — |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 17.7 x 22 x 13.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 39.1 pounds |
Manufacturer | Panasonic |
ASIN | B085SV35MT |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | NN-CD87KS |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #17,459 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #29 in Countertop Microwave Ovens |
Date First Available | March 11, 2020 |
Capacity | 1.2 Cubic Feet |
Item Weight | 39.1 Pounds |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Wattage | 1000 watts |
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Product Description
Designed as the ultimate home cooking companion, the Panasonic Home Chef 4-in-1 Multi-Oven is a powerful Microwave Air Fryer, Flash Xpress Broiler and Convection Oven combined in one compact kitchen appliance. With the Panasonic Multi-Oven, warm, perfectly cooked insides and crispy, browned outsides are easy and possible with six cooking options including combination Convection + Microwave and Broil + Microwave. For a healthier alternative to fried food, turn on airfry mode, which lets you enjoy a crisp bite of fries or chicken wings, without an additional countertop appliance. You can even use the Panasonic Microwave NN-CD87KS as your main or second oven, using convection bake to roast meat or bake cookies, brownies, and more. Broil with grill-like results with the FlashXpress Broiler, or use as a powerful microwave to cook, defrost, and reheat food quickly and easily using smart Inverter and Genius Sensor technology plus 20 Automatic Cook Menu Presets. With a small overall footprint (22”W x 13.5”H x 17.7”D), this stainless steel countertop combination oven still has a spacious 1.2 cubic foot interior capacity with a 14.2” turntable to easily fit a whole chicken. Plus a stainless-steel interior cavity makes it easy to wipe splatters clean. Included accessories: enamel tray, wire rack, and airfryer basket. The Panasonic NN-CD87-KS can also be built-in to cabinets using an optional trim kit, NN-TK81KCS, sold separately. Download the DROP app to get delicious new recipes every month, designed just for your Panasonic CD87KS!
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Easy to use | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.0 | — | 3.6 |
Noise level | — | 4.2 | 4.9 | 3.0 | 5.0 | — |
Easy to clean | 4.2 | 4.3 | — | — | — | 4.6 |
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For small spaces | — | 4.4 | — | 4.2 | 5.0 | — |
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capacity | 1.2 cubic feet | 1 cubic feet | 1.4 cubic feet | 1.2 cubic feet | 0.9 cubic feet | 1.2 cubic feet |
installation | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop | Countertop |
power levels | 7 | 10 | 3 | — | 11 | 10 |
number of programs | — | 15 | 20 | 6 | 11 | — |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel, Glass | Stainless Steel | Metal | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
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Customers are disappointed with the speed of the microwave oven. They also have mixed opinions on quality, ease of use, performance, size, value, and temperature.
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Customers are mixed about the quality of the microwave oven. Some mention that it's the best they've ever used, while others say that it has cheap quality and a major design flaw. The microwave functions are actually pretty good with the sense technology and stuff like presets. However, some customers say that the broil is really just toast and that it cooks unevenly.
"...All in all, I am very impressed. It goes beautifully with all my other stainless steel appliances and so far has been fairly easy to use...." Read more
"...We also gained an air fryer function, which is a great addition...." Read more
"...But due to the reduced microwave power and it’s complicated keyboard system, it gets only 4 out of 5 stars." Read more
"This is the best oven I've ever used. This is the best microwave I've ever used. It is a great air fryer and decent broiler...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the microwave oven. Some mention that it performs each of these functions well, the air fry and bake functions work really well, and the results are so good that they don't even use their full sized oven or dedicated. However, others say that it's not a particularly effective air fryer, has not given good results, and is becoming unusable.
"...technology really does heat the food more evenly, and makes the device much more useful...." Read more
"...I was pleased that the programmability also allowed multiple sequential programs, and it's as simple as programming two functions before pressing..." Read more
"...Some of the cons I have is that after every use the fan still runs for a little (I am assuming to cool it back down) which can be a little noisy..." Read more
"...The results are so good that I don't even use my full sized oven or dedicated microwave anymore unless there are times where I have to bake or..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the microwave oven. Some mention that it is easy to use, provides simple instructions on learning to use the functions for the first time, and that cleaning is super easy and not time consuming. However, others say that the interface is more time-consuming than necessary, the instructions are challenging to read and comprehend in just one sitting, and the 4 in 1 device does have an extremely high learning curve.
"...It’s simpler than using 2 appliances and foods come out evenly cooked and crispy...." Read more
"...I also find it a little difficult to use the air fryer for things outside the recipes in the drop app, the owner’s manual gives time guides for a..." Read more
"...The manual is very thorough and informative, but who wants a PhD in microwave cooking? There is a quick start guide, but it's a bit too complex...." Read more
"...This does add a bit of complexity...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the microwave oven. Some mention that it reheats their food to perfection, and the heat in the kitchen is minimal. However, others say that it's sometimes too hot, and not hot enough. They also say that the convection oven jumps temperatures so wildly, and that the genius auto reheat feature overcooks.
"...air fryer option, I have to say my favorite feature is the automatic reheat food function...." Read more
"...is a slower broiler than a toaster oven because there is only 1 heating element at the top so things like toast and skewers only get toasted on one..." Read more
"...First, the inversion technology really does heat the food more evenly, and makes the device much more useful...." Read more
"...but still works amazing and cooks food evenly, there is no way to change temperature just time still though it works great (9/10)...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the microwave oven. Some mention that it is worth the money spent, the extras are worth it, and it looks expensive. However, others say that it was expensive, yet very cheaply made and required constant cleaning. The dial to add time feels very inexpensive and out of place on a microwave.
"...It is a good size - greater than 1 cubic foot. The extras are worth it." Read more
"...It was expensive, yet very cheaply made and required constant cleaning!..." Read more
"...I'm very happy with this purchase, it is definitely worth the money spent!" Read more
"...Also the price is a bet much, however it does eliminate having to have separate air fryer and microwave or toaster oven...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the speed of the microwave oven. They mention that the preheat times are slow, the air fryer is so slow, and the cooking times are not accurate. Some complain that the product does not have a better time feature.
"...At only 1000 W, it takes a little longer to cook food than I would like, but I assume that they reduced the power of the microwave to divert power..." Read more
"...And it’s also a great convection oven, although preheat times are slow and heat loss when you open the door to put your food in is a big issue..." Read more
"...Ill rate each feature with a score. The microwave feature has been great its fast and cooks evenly and the presets for it have been spot on (10/10)...." Read more
"...It is a slower broiler than a toaster oven because there is only 1 heating element at the top so things like toast and skewers only get toasted on..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the microwave oven. Some mention that it's a good size, greater than 1 cubic foot, and a space-saving solution. However, others say that it is very large, very expensive, and takes up counter space. Some complain about the small font and no back lighting on the control.
"...The air fryer basket is very large and holds a lot, but it is not the easiest to clean...." Read more
"...Also as noted, the interior light is too small...." Read more
"...Haven't tried it yet. A good deal none the less.It is a good size - greater than 1 cubic foot. The extras are worth it." Read more
"...The oven isn't quite as tall inside, but large enough. We also gained an air fryer function, which is a great addition...." Read more
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First off, it is very pleasing to the eye! It has a nice sleek look and the inside is nice looking too. It shipped in a huge box and I thought “oh no this is too big for my space” but after unpackaging it I found it fit perfectly. Although I purchased this for the air fryer option, I have to say my favorite feature is the automatic reheat food function. You don’t have to set a time, just pop your food in and press the start button and it reheats your food to perfection!!! No having to constantly take your food out and mix it and put it back in over and over and have some parts over cooked!
For testing out the cooking functions I used recipes from the Drop App (which is very handy by the way!) I started out with the easiest one I could find, the Udon Noodle Bowl that uses the microwave function. Everything in the dish was fresh (except the pre-cook Udon noodles) and in 5 mins it was done! Next I wanted to use the air fryer option, so I made the Teriyaki Glazed Salmon. It was really easy to make and turned out great. However, the salmon was a little funny looking when I turned it over due to it laying on top of the broccoli. I also used the Combo 2 feature to make baked potatoes to go with the salmon and they turned out just like they were cooked in the oven! I was also amazed at the fact the microwave was still clean after cooking/air frying and required nothing more than a little wipe with a cloth. My Vortex would have required a complete clean down!
Now that I was feeling more comfortable with the unit, I decided to try something a little more challenging. I made the Plant Based Meat Lasagna, but I used regular ground beef since I am not a fan of plant based. This recipe uses the Combo 1, Microwave, and Convection bake functions. It sounds like a lot, but It was surprising easy. It would have turned out perfect if I had not of accidentally put my mozzarella cheese on before I was supposed to, but aside from my over cooked cheese on top it was delicious! I also air fried some chicken tenderloins and brussel sprouts.
All in all, I am very impressed. It goes beautifully with all my other stainless steel appliances and so far has been fairly easy to use. Some of the cons I have is that after every use the fan still runs for a little (I am assuming to cool it back down) which can be a little noisy and like all other stainless steel appliances you have to constantly remove finger prints from it. The air fryer basket is very large and holds a lot, but it is not the easiest to clean. I also find it a little difficult to use the air fryer for things outside the recipes in the drop app, the owner’s manual gives time guides for a handful of items like frozen foods and meats but not for vegetables. Googling air fryer times the temperature are different and this doesn’t allow you to choose air fryer temperature so I did have to play around with the timing a bit. I have provide some images of the unit and things that I have cooked. I would definitely recommend this and it would be a great unit for a college student who lives in a dorm!
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
First off, it is very pleasing to the eye! It has a nice sleek look and the inside is nice looking too. It shipped in a huge box and I thought “oh no this is too big for my space” but after unpackaging it I found it fit perfectly. Although I purchased this for the air fryer option, I have to say my favorite feature is the automatic reheat food function. You don’t have to set a time, just pop your food in and press the start button and it reheats your food to perfection!!! No having to constantly take your food out and mix it and put it back in over and over and have some parts over cooked!
For testing out the cooking functions I used recipes from the Drop App (which is very handy by the way!) I started out with the easiest one I could find, the Udon Noodle Bowl that uses the microwave function. Everything in the dish was fresh (except the pre-cook Udon noodles) and in 5 mins it was done! Next I wanted to use the air fryer option, so I made the Teriyaki Glazed Salmon. It was really easy to make and turned out great. However, the salmon was a little funny looking when I turned it over due to it laying on top of the broccoli. I also used the Combo 2 feature to make baked potatoes to go with the salmon and they turned out just like they were cooked in the oven! I was also amazed at the fact the microwave was still clean after cooking/air frying and required nothing more than a little wipe with a cloth. My Vortex would have required a complete clean down!
Now that I was feeling more comfortable with the unit, I decided to try something a little more challenging. I made the Plant Based Meat Lasagna, but I used regular ground beef since I am not a fan of plant based. This recipe uses the Combo 1, Microwave, and Convection bake functions. It sounds like a lot, but It was surprising easy. It would have turned out perfect if I had not of accidentally put my mozzarella cheese on before I was supposed to, but aside from my over cooked cheese on top it was delicious! I also air fried some chicken tenderloins and brussel sprouts.
All in all, I am very impressed. It goes beautifully with all my other stainless steel appliances and so far has been fairly easy to use. Some of the cons I have is that after every use the fan still runs for a little (I am assuming to cool it back down) which can be a little noisy and like all other stainless steel appliances you have to constantly remove finger prints from it. The air fryer basket is very large and holds a lot, but it is not the easiest to clean. I also find it a little difficult to use the air fryer for things outside the recipes in the drop app, the owner’s manual gives time guides for a handful of items like frozen foods and meats but not for vegetables. Googling air fryer times the temperature are different and this doesn’t allow you to choose air fryer temperature so I did have to play around with the timing a bit. I have provide some images of the unit and things that I have cooked. I would definitely recommend this and it would be a great unit for a college student who lives in a dorm!
I’ve noticed many complaints about the machine’s power - especially with the grill. It’s not really discussed in the user manual (but a it was discussed in the manual fro another Panasonic device and it appears to apply to this model as well) - when one selects “combined microwave + grill” the microwave power is reduced to 40% and only one of the 2 grilling elements glow. I assume that this was done to prevent too much power from being used, and possibly to slow the cooking rate down - but it does reduce the power. I have found that for some foods it’s better to use the microwave and grill sequentially rather than simultaneously (For example, I cook frozen french fries using the microwave at power 8 and then brown them with the grill on high power). But for some foods it’s simpler just to use the combination. It takes a bit of experimentation to figure out the best settings for each meal - but having the grill available really does help. It’s simpler than using 2 appliances and foods come out evenly cooked and crispy.
On the down-side, the keyboard is poorly thought out. I am used to a numeric keyboard. If I want to cook a thing Power 3 I would press “Power” and the number “3”. With this machine you have to press the Power button repeatedly as it counts down from 10 to 3 with each push. And there are 3 buttons to set the time - one for units of 10 min, one for units of 1 min, and one for units of 10 seconds. (You can’t heat something for 8 seconds or 15 seconds - you can only enter time in 10 second intervals!) Again, it would be so much simpler to press “Time” and then 1-4-0 (for 1 min 40 sec) than to press the 1 min button once and the 10 second button 4 times. I have a few other minor issues with the keyboard, but they are less important. Also as noted, the interior light is too small.
All in all, I think this microwave has proven to be more useful than my older machine and I am very happy with the purchase. But due to the reduced microwave power and it’s complicated keyboard system, it gets only 4 out of 5 stars.
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Cuenta con inversor por lo que su consumo de energía es óptimo.
Calienta los alimentos muy parejos.
Lo recomiendo ampliamente.