Panasonic NN-CD87KS vs IKEA GÅTEBO

Which Microwave Is Better?

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS
IKEA GÅTEBO

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Updated Mar 23, 2026 04:19 PM

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Our Verdict

Panasonic NN-CD87KS

IKEA GÅTEBO

The Panasonic NN-CD87KS and the IKEA GÅTEBO are both multipurpose microwaves, but the Panasonic is a better choice for most people. The Panasonic offers convection cooking, air frying, and broiling, while the IKEA offers convection cooking, air frying, and grilling; however, we've only tested the microwave functions of either appliance. The Panasonic is more powerful and has a larger internal capacity, so it can accommodate larger dishes and cook a bit faster. It's also easier to use, since it has dials and physical buttons instead of a membrane touch panel, which is less responsive. The IKEA is quieter, though, so you may still prefer it if that's a priority for you.

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Variants

  • NN-CD87KS (Stainless Steel)
  • GÅTEBO (Black)

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Main Differences for
Everyday Use

Threshold 

0.10

Everyday Use 
 

7.9
6.7

Power 
 

9.1
6.8

Internal Capacity 
 

7.1
5.9

Ease Of Use 
 

7.8
7.0

Full Comparison

Design

Body 
 

Microwave Dimensions Photo 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Microwave Dimensions Photo
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IKEA GÅTEBO Microwave Dimensions Photo

Installation 
 

Countertop
Countertop

Height  

13.3" (33.9 cm)
11.5" (29.2 cm)

Width  

21.6" (54.9 cm)
19.4" (49.3 cm)

Depth Without Handle 
 

17.6" (44.7 cm)
15.9" (40.3 cm)

Depth With Handle 
 

N/A
17.0" (43.3 cm)

Power Cord Length  

3.51 ft (1.07 m)
3.66 ft (1.12 m)

Internal Capacity 
 

7.1
5.9

Cooking Chamber Photo 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Cooking Chamber Photo
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IKEA GÅTEBO Cooking Chamber Photo

Advertised Chamber Volume 
 

1.2 cu. ft. (34.0 L)
0.9 cu. ft. (25.8 L)

Turntable Diameter 
 

14.2" (36.0 cm)
11.3" (28.8 cm)

Chamber Height 
 

8.5" (21.5 cm)
7.8" (19.8 cm)

Chamber Width 
 

15.1" (38.3 cm)
13.2" (33.5 cm)

Chamber Depth 
 

15.6" (39.5 cm)
12.4" (31.5 cm)

Measured Chamber Volume 
 

1.15 cu. ft. (32.5 L)
0.74 cu. ft. (20.9 L)
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Features  

Control Panel Picture 
 

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IKEA GÅTEBO Control Panel Picture

Cooking Sensor 
 

Yes
No

Convection Cooking 
 

Yes
Yes

Add Time Button 
 

Yes
Yes

Mute Sounds Button 
 

Yes
Yes

Lock Controls Button 
 

Yes
Yes
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Ease Of Use 
 

7.8
7.0

Usability Video  

Control Interface 
 

Dials + Physical Buttons
Membrane Touch Panel

# Of Actions For 3:00 At 100% 
 

3
1

# Of Actions For 2:30 At 50% 
 

6
7

Door Release 
 

Button
Handle

In The Box 
 

In The Box Photo 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS In The Box Photo
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Performance

Power 
 

9.1
6.8

Microwave Power Graph 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Microwave Power Graph
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IKEA GÅTEBO Microwave Power Graph

Inverter Technology 
 

Yes
No

Advertised Microwave Output Power 
 

1,000 W
900 W

Tested Heating Rate At 100% Power 
 

717 W
571 W

In-Use Noise 
 

6.9
8.0

Noise Video  

Avg. Noise @ 100% Power 
 

54.3 dBA
49.2 dBA
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Shallow Dish Heating Uniformity 
 

Marshmallow Heatmap 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Marshmallow Heatmap
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IKEA GÅTEBO Marshmallow Heatmap

Area Of Underheated Dinner Plate 
 

0%
0%

Grayscale Range Dinner Plate 
 

49
21

Area Of Underheated Turntable 
 

52%
0%

Grayscale Range Turntable 
 

62
21
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Deep Dish Heating Uniformity 
 

Mashed Potato 100% Heatmap 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Mashed Potato 100% Heatmap
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IKEA GÅTEBO Mashed Potato 100% Heatmap

Min. Food Temperature (100% Power) 
 

84 °F (29 °C)
N/A

Food Temperature Range (100% Power) 
 

110 °F (61 °C)
N/A

Mashed Potato 50% Heatmap 
 

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Panasonic NN-CD87KS Mashed Potato 50% Heatmap
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IKEA GÅTEBO Mashed Potato 50% Heatmap

Min. Food Temperature (50% Power) 
 

97 °F (36 °C)
N/A

Food Temperature Range (50% Power) 
 

109 °F (60 °C)
N/A
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NN-CD87KS
Walmart.com
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GÅTEBO
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NN-CD87KS
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GÅTEBO
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NN-CD87KS
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GÅTEBO
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NN-CD87KS
Panasonic
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GÅTEBO
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Panasonic NN-CD87KS

IKEA GÅTEBO

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