Panasonic NN-CF87LBBPQ 31L 3-in-1 Combination Microwave Oven vs NN-E27JWMBPQ 800W Compact Microwave Oven - White — Comparison

The Panasonic NN-CF87LBBPQ 31L 3-in-1 Combination Microwave Oven and Panasonic NN-E27JWMBPQ 800W Compact Microwave Oven sit at very different ends of Panasonic’s microwave range. The NN-CF87LBBPQ is a premium black combination model at £509, while the NN-E27JWMBPQ is a compact white microwave at £79 for basic everyday cooking.

The NN-CF87LBBPQ provides 31L capacity, 1000W power and 32 auto programmes, with a 3-in-1 combination design that gives it far more cooking flexibility than a standard solo microwave. The NN-E27JWMBPQ measures H:258mm x W:443mm x D:330mm, has 20L capacity, 800W microwave power, 9 auto programmes and touch controls. The bigger model therefore adds 11L capacity, 200W power and 23 extra auto programmes, as well as combination cooking. The compact model counters with a smaller footprint and much lower price.

The NN-CF87LBBPQ suits users who want a microwave to act as a serious secondary oven, especially in family kitchens, open-plan spaces or homes where combination cooking can save time. It is expensive, but its capacity and programme range are far beyond entry-level models. The NN-E27JWMBPQ suits smaller households, student rooms, offices and anyone who mainly reheats drinks, leftovers and ready meals. At £79, it is £430 cheaper and much easier to place on a worktop, but the 20L cavity and 800W power make it less suited to large dishes or more ambitious cooking.

Bottom line: "choose NN-CF87LBBPQ if you want a large 31L, 1000W 3-in-1 combination microwave with 32 programmes / opt for NN-E27JWMBPQ if you want a compact £79 20L microwave with 800W power and touch controls."