Panasonic NN-CT54JWBPQ Small Combination Microwave Oven & Grill, 1000 W, 27 Litre, Turntable, Inverter, 29 Auto programmes, 6 power levels, Junior Menu, White, Good Housekeeping Approved
20% more worktop space
The intelligent internal design reduces the overall footprint of this combination microwave by approx. 20% compared to conventional combination ovens, leaving you with more space available on your kitchen worktop.
Family Size Cooking
By moving the fan from the back of the oven to the top, the interior space has been increased providing you with a spacious 34cm turntable. This gives you more flexiblity to use larger dishes and plates.
Inverter Technology
Thanks to precise power control, your food is cooed gently, evenly and more efficiently than microwaves without Inverter technology.
Healthy Junior Menu Programmes
The convenient Junior Menu ensures that even picky eaters enjoy healthy delights. Just enter the weight of the food and the oven does the rest.
Experience Fresh
Inspired by the Japanese appreciation of taste and social cooking, we at Panasonic have designed solutions to inspire real food experiences.
UK’s favourite brand
With over 100 years’ experience in creating freestanding microwaves, we are grateful for being recognised as the No1 market leader in the UK.
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| Combination | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steam | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Flatbed | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inverter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capacity | 27L | 27L | 23L | 34L | 32L | 27L |
| Power | 1300W | 1300W | 1000W | 1000W | 1000W | 1000W |
| Microwave Power Levels | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Grill Power Levels | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Auto Programs | 29 | 29 | 16 | 30 | 23 | 23 |
| Quick 30 Sec Programme | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Chaos Defrost | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dimensions: | 39.5 x 52 x 31 cm; 13 Kilograms |
| Model: | NN-CT54JWBPQ |
| Manufacture: | Panasonic |
| Origin: | United Kingdom |
This will be my third Panasonic combination microwave oven since 2003 and they cook great and are very energy efficient. They have some really good cooking modes and easy to use. I have always found Panasonic ovens to be reliable and long lasting and I would recommend them to anyone.
This is my third panasonic combi, my first lasted a dozen years or so, was not slimline but had the oven element at the back and I did all my bread baking in it along with all the normal stuff. After the turntable failed I bought my first slimline. Sadly only has a roof element to make it slimline so could no longer bake bread as the top grilled black under convection. Lasted just over two years when it blew all my ground floor electrics as a result of a microwave meal producing too much steam. Bought this same model as a replacement (because it does brilliant bake potatoes) and just hope it lasts longer than the last!
I bought this to replace a 30yr old Belling Combi microwave in the hope the Panasonic will last as long!
It really is a very good replacement, simple to use, easy to clean, and comes with an excellent manual.
Highly recommended.
This is 2nd convector/microwave by Panasonic ive owned. 1st lasted years, so good value. I have every faith this will do the same. Easy to view inside, easy to use controls and I’m a senior!
This is the third combi oven that I have had. It is the biggest and best designed. It easily takes a 4 pint casserole and has many combi programmes. I cook in this more than my main oven and use it daily.
Nice convection/microwave/grill oven but the mains cable is far too short if the mains socket is on the far side (and slightly forward of) where the cable is connected. I cannot place it where the old unit was but have had to place it at an angle. It copes like that but is less than ideal. Why such a short mains cable Panasonic?
All in all a good product. I had a previous model the NN-CT756 that lasted 15 years. This model the
NN-CT54JW is very similar but nowhere as well built. It is more tinny and looks cheaper. But I guess that’s now the way of things. There is only one interior wire stand and tray the previous model had two of each at different heights.
Good thing is Panasonic is 150W up on our old Sharp but other aspects not as convenient. The keyboard is difficult to Read in any light; the digital display is difficult to read during dayulight hours. The lime colour of this display appears significant dimmer than Sharp’s turquoise digit colouring and also fraction smaller.
When the Sharp it defaults to microwave if you do not choose the function which is how we prefer a microwave to be because we all use this function more than any other. But Panasonic you have to select the function first even if you are choosing microwave. Why ? Why couldn’t desinger put in microwave as default function.
So far between our members of the family we ahve tried microwave (of course), grill, oven, combination overn, ant not combination grill yet. We are happy to report it all works.
29 years on with cut backs, we don’t get any laminated card “cheat-sheet” to remind us how to use the functions. The instruction booklet is not much better as font is too small and is in A5. Why not A4 ? Without the reminder, the booklet is already being covered with oily finger marks.
The grill stand is flimzy. The revolving plate is made of glass. Must be due to cost that it is made of glass because when using oven and or grill whether woth combination, the booklet warns you should use the metal tray. I presume one of the function of the tray is to absorb the heat instead of the glass taking it all. This is why we have kept the ceramic revolving plate which is especially useful for cooking pizzas.
It is a small matter to most people but I especially like the microwave covered in white, which more matches out cream coloured kitchen. I particularly do not want a stainless stell coloured kitchen equipment as it reminds me too much of commercial galleys and kitchens I have to inspect on exploration crews.
Externally it is easy to clean but the internal faces are less so as by necessity there are plenty of holes for grilling and for oven. Therefore it is imperative to use covering when using microwave to prevent the splashes getting inside the holes.
It is decent value but if the rotating plate was made of ceremic material , then it would be good value.
Apart from the panel this looks identical to the one being replaced that died after 13years hard work. Works very well but is a bit complicated because there are a lot of ‘auto’ selections and can be a bit noisy compared with its predecesso
First, glass turntable cracked right across when in use. Had not been dropped or chipped. Expensive to replace, as Panasonic has its own custom lock shape for turntable.
Second, prone to making groaning noises when turntable is moving. Has done this since new.
Thirdly, occasionally takes a very long while to hit temperature when using fan oven.
Then today, pressed button to retrieve meal. Button pressed, door refuses to open…
In summary, it works when it works, poor quality overall. I would not buy another, going to go back to Sharp – at least theirs last for more than a couple of years without issue.
I discovered a microwave was not for drying my underwear. Chicken meat pizza fish all obey the rules thanks to the programs. Great buy
Bought this to replace simaler model so ideal. Everything is the same but more up to date. Very pleased with it and it looks good as well
I am so glad I bought it. You do need the manual to help you especially with the combination cooking if you have not done it before. I have never had a manual so clear and thorough. The grill works really well and you have a bacon sandwich in minutes 🙂 I have made muffins using the convection oven, baked pies, fish etc just as you would in a big oven. The combination convection/microwave makes a difference to the time needed to cook items. A chicken curry from scratch with all fresh ingredients takes a lot less time & comes out very well cooked & tasty. Of course, baked potatoes are no problem.
I still refer to the manual and will for some time but am so happy with it and highly recommend.
Brilliant bit of kit. All functions work well and very user friendly. The reason for taking a star off is that mine makes some strange noises when using the oven which is a bit obtrusive. Cooks perfectly though!
Update: Noises have stopped so 5stars!
This Panasonic microwave is good value for the price of it. Its easy to use, no complaints about it. But I only have it about a month or so.
The one thing I do have a complaint about though is that I could not find any way to contact the seller and no way to contact Amazon either.
Use instead of oven for smaller items, combi cooking is very good.
Have had previously this product and it is now even better great instructions and cook book would not be without one
The previous microwave was not suitable for cooking rice packets vertically and had to be cooked laid down in 2 x1minute goes. Also was only capable of 200 degrees C so was limiting my abilities but this has a maximum of 220 degrees C and is just what I needed.
Bought to replace my older model Panasonic microwave which blew up!
This newer model is sleeker, a space saver and looks good.
There are plenty of functions available. I rate the microwave, oven and grill. Recommend this produc
I am so glad I purchased this combination microwave. It is so easy to use and saves me having to heat my big oven for smaller items. Being at workgroup height is also a bonus no more bending to retrieve my baking. Would recommend to anyone on their own or a small family.
Like the flat program panel very easy to clean, good looking microwave.
Would have liked turbo bake setting which was on our previous Panasonic microwave.
Very pleased though with this model
I do like it’s functionality – convection oven, grill and microwave. Chaos defrost function works really well. My only minor issue is that the instruction book pages keep falling out and have to be taped back in place. Very happy with my purchase.
Purchased as a replacement for a previous similar Panasonic combination microwave. Which packed up working. I think it’s an uplift in quality from previous model. Only down side, is the menu which is black on grey not black on white. Which is easier to see.
This microwave does EVERYTHING. I particularly like the CHAOS Defrost function, for the times I forget to take something from the freezer. You just input the type of food and it’s weight and this oven works out the defrost time.
Downsides? Sadly a couple. The oven is so lightweight, it slides across my work surface when either programming it, or closing the door. Also, as pointed out by others, the heating bars in the roof of this microwave are very fierce. I can no longer bake bread on the convection setting. It just burns the top of whatever I am baking.
This microwave does EVERYTHING. I particularly like the CHAOS Defrost function, for the times I forget to take something from the freezer. You just input the type of food and it’s weight and this oven works out the defrost time.
Downsides? Sadly a couple. The oven is so lightweight, it slides across my work surface when either programming it, or closing the door. Also, as pointed out by others, the heating bars in the roof of this microwave are very fierce. I can no longer bake bread on the convection setting. It just burns the top of whatever I am baking.
Love this microwave. 4th in our family to have one. Last one died and have replaced. Best feature is the Chaos Defrost not found on any other oven. Jacket spuds perfect. Only gripe is the door catch feels less positive than previous one. It closes fine but feel it could be a firmer click.
We found this microwave easy to use ,very impressed with all the features built into microwave
Highly recommended
Easy to use but for one small problem – the touch pad requires enough push to send it flying backwards – nothing a well placed brick won’t fix!
My neighbour recommended this model, I knew little about combi microwaves but knew I was in need of new good microwave, after having a demonstration from them, I knew exactly that was the unit for me and at discount price too…have a month now and WOW ,I hardly use oven now, all settings took a little getting use too, but haven’t looked back and would highly recommend i
footprint than a typical combination microwave oven.
– bought as a replacement (and upgrade) from a blown lone microwave oven.
– attracted to this by its smaller footprint.
– Easy set up
– Easy to follow manual (well written and in detail)
– got it working (ie heating a cup of tea) within 10 minutes out of the box.
– tested the convection oven, works a treat
– definitely quieter than a typical microwave.
– easy to clean
-downside: none of my ovenware fits so will need to buy a smaller set.
Panasonic, simply the best. easy function use, just wish they still made the Dimension 4. but still the best. Nothing to dislike
Very compact. Easy to use and microwave and oven cook very well.
Similar size. Only problem not as heavy and if not pushed against wall it moved getting hot food in and ou
Our last microwave was the same model and gave years of great service.
This new model has been improved. The controls are more useable .
We use it for convection cooking a lot as the warm up time is far quicker than our larger electric oven.
We would recommend this combination microwave.
This oven is more than my needs as a single person. I wanted a cooker that did more than just heat up traditional microwave meals. This unit with its grill and convection plus microwave does all that and more. I did find that the pre-programed settings were more than I needed. Now that I have become used to it I can cook a meal quickly without having to use multiple appliances.
I had a slimline Panasonic combination microwave for several years & I bought his one to replace it. This one is just as good & I can recommend it.
The only down side to this order was the packaging had been damaged in several places, including a hole! Parts of the cardboard were wet but the oven itself was not damaged.
I have been delighted with the results so far, this is the second microwave of this type, the previous lasting many years(probably around 20) with total satisfaction so I had no hesitation in selecting the latest model from the same manufacture
We had to replace our old Panasonic combination microwave after many years of excellent service so we chose the up to date version as close to the model , and we are very pleased with it.
his item purchased as a gift but I know for certain that it was well receceived and easy to use
This is an easy to use and easy oven to clean
So far all the cooking has turned out really good.
Ordered this item to replace my old Panasonic combination microwave oven and grill. Am extremely pleased with it. It did take a while to get used to as it does a lot more than my old one. For the price I find it great value for money, bought in the sale but would have been more than happy to pay the original price.
Mostly easy to use cooks and defrost is most even and useable, inside is not scrubbable so need to take care no dried on explosions. Ease of use is OK
I had the much older version of this model. I’d had it for years! Panasonic goods are always simple to use with simple instructions. It has a few new features. Love everything about this. If there are only one or two people, it can easily replace your main oven for all cooking & baking needs.
The new Panasonic is essentially the same but with a few added tricks, however, I find there is still an issue with convection cooking, unless I am doing something wrong. When pre-heating with the old model, the “Ready” alarm would sound although my cooking themometer was well below the target, so I would wait until the themometer showed the desired level. When cooking, the temperature was not constant and kept rising, so a pie re-heating at 190F after 20 minute wasalmost at 250F.
The new machine is just the same except now, when pre-heating to 190F, the oven, according to my thermostat reached 220F before “Ready” and still continues to rise during cooking.
I have tested my thermmostat in a pan of boiling water and it’s spot on.
As a single “No-cook” male, I do rely heavily on the Cobination Microwave, Grilling and Microwaving are fine, but for anything more ambitious -like heating a pie – I’m not convinced it can be trusted.
Edit: Er, I think I have been comparing degrees F on the thermostat with degrees C on the oven. Perhaps explains why the food has been a “tad” undercooked/overcooked. Also means I have probably disposed of a perfectly good Microwave. Cooking, laundry are shopping are not my best skills.