LG 21L Convection Microwave MC2146BV, 151 Menus, ₹12,740

Want LG's steam-clean convection microwave in a size that fits a smaller kitchen? It was ₹12,740 when we checked (MRP ₹14,499), and it ships from Amazon. It ranks #9 in our Best Microwave Ovens Under ₹15,000 list with an overall score of 6.7/10.

WHO IT'S FOR

Singles, couples and families of three to four who want to bake and grill, value easy cleaning and LG service, and do not need a big cavity.

WHAT A CONVECTION MICROWAVE ADDS

A solo microwave only reheats, defrosts and does simple cooking. A grill model adds a top heater for browning and crisping. A convection microwave adds a heater and a fan, so it can also bake cakes, bread and pizza and roast like a small OTG, and usually grill too. Between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000 most good options are convection models, which is why most of our list is convection. If you never bake, a good solo microwave saves you money and counter space.

CAPACITY AND TYPE

21 litres, which LG says suits 3–4 members, with a 9.64-inch turntable. That is the smallest cavity in this list, so large cake tins and casseroles may not fit. It does Micro, Grill, Conv. and Combi cooking with a concealed quartz heater. Capacity scores 5.5/10 and type 9.0/10.

POWER

800W output with 5 microwave power levels; the bullets list 1150W grill and 1860W convection power consumption. Power scores 6.5/10.

MENUS AND CONTROLS

151 auto-cook menus and recipes, including Health Plus, Indian Cuisine, Low Calorie, Steam Cook, Tandoor Se, Kids' Delight, Paneer/Curd and Tea/Dairy Delight. Controls are a membrane touch keypad with +30 seconds, keep warm, energy saving and a dehumidification mode for soggy snacks. Menus score 8.0/10 and controls 8.0/10.

CLEANING AND SAFETY

A stainless steel cavity and a steam clean key on the panel: 8.5/10. Child lock and a completion beeper are listed: 7.5/10.

ACCESSORIES

Only a glass tray, rotating ring and user manual, and LG states that it does not provide a starter kit. Buy a grill rack separately: 3.5/10.

WARRANTY

1 year on the product, with no extra magnetron cover listed: 4.0/10.

WHAT SIZE DO YOU NEED?

As a rough guide, 20–23 litres suits one to three people, while 25–30 litres fits a bigger casserole or cake tin and suits a family of four to six. Convection models are heavy (often 15–18 kg) and wide, so measure your counter and leave a few centimetres free at the back and sides for ventilation.

LISTING NOTES

The bullets give the outer size as 47.5 cm wide × 28.5 cm high × 46 cm deep, while the spec table says 52 × 51 × 31 cm (probably the box) and 18.6 kg, which looks high for this size. Value scores 6.5/10: excellent feedback, but you pay nearly as much as for 27–28 litre models.

TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

Measure your cake tin before buying; a 21-litre cavity suits small tins. Use steam clean after grilling to loosen grease, then wipe with a soft cloth. Use the keep warm mode for rotis and curries at dinner time.

PROS

Steel cavity + steam clean

151 menus with many Indian dishes
Compact; child lock

CONS AND THINGS TO KNOW

• ✗Smallest cavity here: 21 litres
• ✗No rack or starter kit in the box
• ✗1-year warranty; price close to bigger models

HOW IT COMPARES AT THIS PRICE

The LG 28L (₹13,990) adds 7 litres, 900W and 251 menus for ₹1,250 more. The Panasonic 23L (₹11,450) is cheaper and bigger, with a wire rack and 4 years on the magnetron, but no steam clean listed.

VERDICT

The LG 21L is the best-rated compact convection microwave under ₹15,000. Buy it for a small family and a tight counter; otherwise the LG 28L or Panasonic 23L gives more for the money.

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