LG 32L 1200W Flatbed Smart Inverter Microwave
MF3226PBS
Product Overview
Key Features
- Flatbed design to fit large plates and rectangular dishes
- Easy cleaning with the open, flat interior
- Steady, controlled power with Inverter technology
- LED lighting for clear visibility
- 51.9 cm size with 34 Litre capacity and 1200 Watt power
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- LG
- Model Number:
- MF3226PBS
- Microwave Size (cm):
- 51.9
- Inverter:
- Yes
- Microwave Capacity (L):
- 32
- Power (W):
- 1200
- Type:
- Benchtop Microwave
Cooking Appliances
- Auto Sensor Cooking:
- Yes
Options
- Functions:
- Cooking/Defrost, Reheat, Melt, Inverter Defrost, Auto Cook (Sensor)
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Black
- Screen:
- White LED
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Cooking Appliances
- Auto Sensor Cooking:
- Yes
Safety
- Safety:
- Child Lock
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 317
- Product Width (mm):
- 519
- Product Depth (mm):
- 407
- Product Weight (kg):
- 12.1
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 394
- Box Width (mm):
- 586
- Box Depth (mm):
- 507
- Box Weight (kg):
- 12
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At a glance
This 32L benchtop microwave suits households wanting flexible space for large plates and rectangular dishes without a turntable. Its main strengths are steady inverter power, sensor-based heating and a flat interior that is easier to wipe clean. A fair limitation is that it is larger on the counter than compact microwave models, so it may not suit very tight kitchens.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Family Meals
- Reheating Leftovers
- Defrosting Ingredients
- Large Plate Heating
- Weeknight Convenience
Where it works best
- Family Kitchen
- Apartment Kitchen
- Shared Household
- Office Lunchroom
- Benchtop Cooking Space
Who it’s for
- Family Household
- Busy Home Cook
- Apartment Dweller
- Shared Household User
- Everyday Microwave User
Things to consider
Its 32L size and 51.9 cm width give useful internal space, but it takes up more bench space than smaller compact microwaves.
Family suitability
High - 32L capacity and flatbed space suit family meals, larger plates and frequent reheating
Student suitability
Moderate - easy to use for reheating and defrosting, but its larger footprint may be less ideal for very small student kitchens
Ease of cleaning score
9/10 - flatbed interior and open cavity are easier to wipe than turntable-based designs
Counter space suitability
6/10 - practical for standard kitchen counters, but the 51.9 cm width is less suited to compact benchtops
Noise level vs category average
About average - no specific low-noise design is stated, so it should perform similarly to typical benchtop microwaves
Key benefits
- 32L Capacity: Gives more room for family-size servings, large dinner plates and rectangular containers.
- Flatbed Interior: Makes it easier to fit wider dishes and provides an open base that is simpler to wipe down.
- 1200W Power Output: Delivers strong heating performance for fast reheating and everyday meal preparation.
- Smart Inverter Technology: Helps provide steadier, more controlled power for cooking, reheating and defrosting.
- Auto Sensor Cooking: Adjusts heating automatically to make common meals more convenient.
- Inverter Defrost Function: Helps thaw ingredients with more controlled heating for everyday meal prep.
- White LED Display: Keeps settings easy to read at a glance during quick kitchen use.
- Child Lock: Adds extra control in homes with children or shared kitchen access.
Q: Can this flatbed microwave fit large dinner plates and casserole dishes?
A: Yes. The 32L cavity and flatbed base make it easier to place large plates and rectangular dishes than a turntable layout. It is still a benchtop model, so check the 51.9cm width and 40.7cm depth against your available counter space.
Q: Does the flatbed design mean there is no turntable inside?
A: Yes. LG MF3226PBS uses a flatbed interior, so there is no raised turntable taking up floor space inside. That makes odd-shaped dishes easier to position, but it does not change the fact that this is a microwave, not a grill or convection oven.
Q: Will the LG MF3226PBS brown or crisp food like an oven?
A: No. LG MF3226PBS is designed for microwave cooking, reheating, melting and defrosting rather than oven-style browning. It does not list grill or convection functions, so foods that rely on a crisp finish will still need an oven or air fryer.
Q: How does Smart Inverter help when defrosting meat or leftovers?
A: LG MF3226PBS uses inverter technology to deliver steadier, controlled microwave power during heating and defrosting. That helps with more even results than stop-start power delivery, but thick or uneven portions can still need turning, separating or standing time.
Q: Is Auto Sensor Cooking useful for everyday ready meals and leftovers?
A: Yes. Auto Sensor Cooking adjusts heating automatically, which is useful for common meals and reheating when you do not want to guess the time. It is still worth checking dense or mixed dishes near the end, because different ingredients can warm at different rates.
Q: Will this microwave fit on a standard kitchen benchtop?
A: Yes, in most kitchens. The cabinet is 31.7cm high, which suits benchtop use rather than a built-in cavity. Leave enough room for the door to open fully and for normal airflow around the microwave on the counter.