
Title : Panasonic NNA873S dimension 4 1.1cuft stainless steel combi microwave
Rating : 2 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Panasonic NNA873S build quality
If I were reviewing the way the microwave works, I'd give it 5 out of 5 but if it weren't for the fact I like the way it works, it'd be 1 star for attention to detail/build.
By coincidence I ordered one for me and one for my parents. Mine arrived with a big dent in the side (the boxes are sent as they come and I don't think stand up to the couriers treatment). The interior light of my parents microwave packed up after about 10 days use.
The replacements arrive. My parents one had a tiny convex dent in the top (we decided to accept it to save any more hassle -it appeared to be a manufacturing flaw). Mine appeared perfectly ok -I was delighted! -I carefully removed the tape (holds the door in place during transit) and was horrified that it removed a chunk of paint with it! The tape was much stickier than usual for that kind of tape and/or were attached to the paint when it wasn't dry.
There are apparent quality-control issues here with these microwaves (it seems like they're being rushed in the factory from the little problems), possibly not helped by what appears to be poor treatment by couriers. Having used 3 of the 4 microwaves, the way they "sound" in use and the way the door "clunks" is slightly different, possibly not an issue... but something I noticed.
I will say Amazon were good and let me keep both the faulty ones while the new ones were on order. The re-ordering process I think would have been simple if it weren't for me ordering two the same, so again, I think this normally would have been fairly painless -though I recommend calling Amazon by phone if things get complicated -it's much easier to sort things out once and for all as they don't generally seem to read detailed emails properly.
I'll briefly review the microwave itself...
I may have just been very unlucky, but I will say the microwaves do perform very well... The autosensor function does an excellent job of cooking baked potatoes for example... though I miss the autoweight control feature for pizzas (now a manual process on a top of the range microwave -seems a bit odd) -the display even shows "pizza pan" but it's unlit and possibly for a different market. From the pre-programmed food, I think the people who program the settings at panasonic must think british people only eat curry and roast dinners. Some little points I wouldn't have noticed til I got them... the display is a bit tricky to read unless the microwave is seated high on a shelf or fitted and the buttons are not that easy to read (but a small price to pay for an really shiny s/steel finish!!). I think though that if you get one in perfect condition, you'd be pleased with it. For larger items like this I think in future I'll probably just go and pick one up in a store, even if it is a bit more costly... it's less hassle.

Title : Hinari Lifestyle MX720TCSS Touch Control 0.7 Cu Ft Microwave Oven 800W Stainless Steel
Rating : 4 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Cheap and good value
Bought this a few months ago and think it's a good buy. Buttons on the front are easy to use and easy to clean.
It cooks food - it's easy to clean.

Title : Panasonic NNk105 White Compact Dial Microwave
Rating : 5 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Panasonic NNK105 Compact Dial Microwave
Microwaves come in all shapes and sizes, but the true value of the microwave is often under-estimated in the modern and traditional kitchen. This model has a very powerful 1.1kw grill element which I first tried out on traditional cheese on toast. As a busy professional who requires meals fast I was impressed with the quality and substance of such a simple meal, it was just like the "old-fashion" grill under the oven, but faster.This product is stylish, compact and fits with the decor of most kitchens. I look forward to cooking something more adventurous in the near future and will certainly see how well it performs on pork chops which the manufacturer claims can be roasted in 18 mins, that will be a "god-send" I am absolutely delighted by the speed of delivery from amazon.

Title : Sharp R85STM Family Stainless Steel 26L 900W/1500W Touch Control Double Grill Convection Microwave Oven
Rating : 1 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Not impressed
I bought this microwave combination oven in August 2004 to replace my beloved 15 year old Sharp microwave combination oven. What a difference in quality! Firstly, the oven never seemed to reach the correct temperature. Now, the LCD display has packed up after a power cut. I've checked reviews on the web and I see I am not alone in having exactly these problems. It did cook great baked potatoes, but I wont be rushing out to buy a Sharp combi oven again.

Title : Sharp R96STM Stainless Steel Large 40L 900W/1400W Touch Control Convection Oven with Sensor
Rating : 5 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Excellent buy
I have always had Sharp microwaves and, since they have been available, convection. My new microwave, which was ordered on Wednesday evening and arrived Friday morning is about the best yet. I'm delighted, only took 36hours to arrive and so easy to use.

Title : Hinari Lifestyle MX731SSEG Easi-Tronic 0.7 Cu Ft Microwave Oven 800W with 1000W Grill Stainless Steel
Rating : 2 Stars out of 5.
Summary : Hinari Lifestyle 800W
A nice looking microwave cooker at a nice price.
The Downside:- Not at all user friendly, I think the outer cover is the thinnest piece of steel I have ever come across apart from a razor blade.
The blurb states that the inside is stainless steel, in fact it is white.
Works very well once you have mastered the controls but the noise from the outer covering vibrating when working. Well that's something else.
Oh, and it came with a dent in the top of it.