Comparing Panasonic NN-SN686S and Toshiba EM131A5C-BS
Customers like Toshiba EM131A5C-BS somewhat more
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Toshiba EM131A5C-BS
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Toshiba EM131A5C-BS, the cheaper option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Panasonic NN-SN686S.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling microwave receives a consumer score of 7.8 (good). Both Panasonic NN-SN686S and Toshiba EM131A5C-BS receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
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Toshiba EM131A5C-BS is more popular than Panasonic NN-SN686S
It's fairly safe to say that Toshiba EM131A5C-BS is a more popular microwave than Panasonic NN-SN686S, based on its 30,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Panasonic NN-SN686S and Toshiba EM131A5C-BS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Farberware Microwave | $120 | Cheaper | |
 | Toshiba EC042A5C-BS | $215 | ||
 | Panasonic SU656 | $170 | ||
 | GE JEM3072SHSS | $238 | ||
- Panasonic Microwave: This 1200 Watt high power, 1.2 cubic foot capacity stainless steel countertop/built in microwave delivers a seamless stream of cooking power for even cooking and delicious flavor
- Inverter Technology with Turbo Defrost: Patented Inverter Technology generates a seamless stream of power and delivers consistent, evenly prepared food without overcooking; Advanced Inverter Turbo Defrost speeds up defrosting time
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- Pre-programmed sensor menu for optimum heating of popular foods like pizza, potatoes, veggies and more; Rated Voltage: 120V - 60Hz
- Black Stainless Steel exterior, 20.5 x 17.1 x 12.8 inch (w x d x h), large 1.2 cubic feet capacity, cavity 13.07 x 15 x 9.5 inch (w x d x h), turn table 12.4 inch (diameter)
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Panasonic NN-SN686S is a very popular option in the middle of the microwaves price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling microwaves and has quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Toshiba EC042A5C-BS or GE JEM3072SHSS .
Panasonic NN-SN686S is $38.95 more expensive than the average microwave ($171).
Toshiba EM131A5C-BS is a top selling and one of the less expensive options. It's a #1 bestseller in microwaves category and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Sharp Sensor 1.8 cu.ft. or Farberware Professional 1.3 .
Toshiba EM131A5C-BS is $34.70 less expensive than an average microwave ($171).
