Breville BMO870BSS vs Panasonic NN-SN686S
The Panasonic NN-SN686S is 100W more powerful (1200W vs 1100W), which means faster cooking and more even results. The Breville adds air fry that the Panasonic lacks. The Panasonic adds sensor cooking and inverter technology that the Breville lacks.
Bottom line
Choose the Breville if you prioritise air fry; go with the Panasonic if faster cooking and inverter power for even heating matters more to you.
Spec Comparison
| Spec | Breville BMO870BSS | Panasonic NN-SN686S |
|---|---|---|
| Wattage Higher wattage cooks faster and more evenly. | 1100W | 1200W ✓ |
| Capacity Larger capacity fits bigger dishes. | 1.20 cu ft | 1.20 cu ft |
| Width Narrower fits tighter counter spaces. | 20 1/2" ✓ | 20 5/8" |
| Height Shorter clears low cabinet clearances. | 12 5/8" | 12 1/4" ✓ |
| Depth Shallower fits narrow shelves and counters. | 20 1/8" | 15 3/4" ✓ |
| Turntable Larger turntable fits bigger plates. | 12 3/8" | 13 3/8" ✓ |
| Sensor Cooking Auto-adjusts time based on steam — no guessing. | No | Yes ✓ |
| Inverter True variable power for better defrost and reheating. | No | Yes ✓ |
| Convection | No | No |
| Air Fry | Yes ✓ | No |
| WiFi / Smart | No | No |
✓ indicates the better value for that spec. Ties not marked.
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