Panasonic 20L 800W Compact Microwave White
NN-ST21QWQPQ
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 40 cm size with 20 Litre capacity and 800 Watt power
- LCD display, touch controls, auto defrost, Quick 30
- Child lock safety feature for peace of mind
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Panasonic
- Model Number:
- NN-ST21QWQPQ
- Microwave Size (cm):
- 40
- Microwave Capacity (L):
- 20
- Controls:
- Touch
- Power (W):
- 800
- Type:
- Benchtop Microwave
Cooking Appliances
- Auto Sensor Cooking:
- No
- Turntable Diameter (mm):
- 255
Options
- Functions:
- Auto defrost, 1 min, 10 min, 10 sec, Quick 30, Chilled meal, Frozen meal, Fresh vegetables, Fresh fish, Jacket potatoes, Chicken, Casserole rice
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
General Information
- Colour:
- White
- Screen:
- LCD
- Additional Features:
- Simplify Cooking with Auto Menus
- What's In The Box:
- Glass Tray
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Cooking Appliances
- Auto Sensor Cooking:
- No
- Turntable Diameter (mm):
- 255
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 258
- Product Width (mm):
- 440
- Product Depth (mm):
- 324
- Product Weight (kg):
- 11
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 327
- Box Width (mm):
- 503
- Box Depth (mm):
- 405
- Box Weight (kg):
- 14
Product Reviews of Panasonic 20L 800W Compact Microwave White
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.8 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
Item is great shipping was terrible
The product works well, description was aceturate, however, the shipping took forever, 16 days instead of 4. Shipping company they used was terrible.
L Naccarella
Confirmed purchase 7 September 2026
Published on 29 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Compact and easy to use
Very few microwaves fit the tiny space I have. This one is perfect - small but powerful. The control panel is intuitive too so didn't need an engineering degree to drive it. The manual is worth a read though - clear tables of timings and other helpful info. Very happy with the design and look.
Debbie
Confirmed purchase 11 June 2026
Published on 11 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great compact microwave
Great compact microwave.. fits well on bench top
Sharon Stone
Confirmed purchase 7 March 2025
Published on 2 April 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 25 November 2024
Published on 18 December 2024
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Panasonic 20L 800W Compact Microwave is a practical benchtop option for singles, couples and smaller kitchens needing simple everyday heating and defrosting. Its compact footprint, Quick 30 button, touch controls and auto menus make daily use easy. The main limitation is its smaller 20L cavity and 258 mm turntable, which may not suit oversized plates or larger family portions.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Reheating
- Quick Defrosting
- Simple Meal Prep
- Small-Kitchen Use
- Lunch and Beverage Heating
Where it works best
- Apartments
- Small Kitchens
- Office Kitchenettes
- Studio Living
- Benchtops with Limited Space
Who it’s for
- Singles
- Couples
- Students
- Small Households
- Busy Workers
Things to consider
Its 20L capacity and 258 mm turntable are better for standard bowls, mugs and smaller plates than large dinner plates or bulk family cooking.
Family suitability
Best for singles, couples and small households rather than larger families needing bigger portions or larger cookware
Student suitability
9/10 - compact, easy to use and well suited to quick meals, drinks and simple reheating in student accommodation
Ease of cleaning score
8/10 - simple interior size and touch controls help keep routine wipe-downs straightforward
Counter space suitability
9/10 - compact footprint is a strong fit for smaller benchtops and tighter kitchen layouts
Noise level vs category average
About average for a compact microwave with turntable operation
Key benefits
- 20L Capacity: Suitable for everyday meals, mugs and bowls without taking up as much bench space as larger microwaves.
- 800W Power Output: Provides solid everyday heating performance for reheating leftovers, drinks and simple microwave meals.
- Quick 30 Function: Adds heat in 30-second steps up to 5 minutes at high power for fast, low-fuss reheating.
- Auto Defrost Programs: Uses food weight to help thaw frozen items more evenly with less guesswork.
- Five Power Levels: Lets you choose gentler or stronger heating to better suit different foods and cooking tasks.
- Touch Controls with LCD Screen: Makes daily operation straightforward and easy to read when setting time and functions.
- Compact Benchtop Design: Fits neatly into tighter kitchen spaces, making it a practical choice for apartments and smaller homes.
- Child Lock: Adds extra peace of mind for households that want to help prevent unintended use.
Q: Will full size dinner plates fit in this compact microwave
A: It fits most standard plates and bowls, but oversized dinner plates may not rotate freely. The turntable is 258mm, so this model is better for everyday reheating and smaller meals than wide serving dishes.
Q: Can this Panasonic microwave cook meals or mainly just reheat
A: It can do more than reheat, with 800W output, 5 power levels and 8 auto menus for simple everyday cooking. It is not a grill or convection model, so it will not brown, crisp or bake like an oven.
Q: Does it have sensor cooking or only preset auto programs
A: This model uses preset auto menus and weight-based auto defrost rather than sensor cooking. That keeps operation simple, but you may need to adjust time manually for mixed dishes or foods in larger portions.
Q: How useful is the Quick 30 button for daily reheating
A: Quick 30 is handy for short reheats because each press adds 30 seconds at high power without resetting a full program. You can build time this way to 5 minutes, which suits drinks, leftovers and small snacks.
Q: Is the 20L Panasonic microwave big enough for family cooking
A: For singles, couples and lunch routines, yes. Its 20L cavity suits mugs, bowls and smaller plates, but it is less practical for larger households that regularly heat big platters, multiple dishes at once or bulky containers.
Q: Are touch controls harder to use than buttons on this model
A: No. The touch controls and LCD screen are designed for straightforward everyday use, with direct access to common functions like Quick 30 and auto defrost. If you prefer physical dials, this model does not have them.
