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Waste King L3200 3/4 HP vs GE Disposall Green 1/2 HP Garbage Disposal Side-by-Side Comparison
Waste King Legend Series L3200 3/4 HP vs GE Disposall Green 1/2 HP Garbage Disposal: The strong isn’t always the one with the most power.
Waste King L3200 3/4 HP Garbage Disposal
Tested Using Methodology v1.0GE Disposall Green 1/2 HP Garbage Disposal
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
The Waste King L3200 3/4 HP and the GE Disposall Green 1/2 HP are similar in a lot of ways. They both run on permanent magnet motors with high speeds, they both have stainless steel grinding components, and they follow the same chamber design. The biggest difference is their power rating.
You would assume that the one with more raw power is the better-performing one. But our performance evaluation shows that the GE Disposall Green outperformed the Waste King L3200 because the L3200 outright failed the Raw Fish Scrap test. It’s not the most important function in real-life contexts, but the data speaks volumes about the GE Disposall grinding capability.
Taking a closer look at the test results, the GE and the Waste King tie in the whether-or-not-it-can-handle-random-food-scraps-in-large-amounts category. This is the most important test since that’s the reason many of us buy these garbage disposals in the first place.
When we upped the ante and introduced raw meat scraps, the L3200 failed to deliver satisfactory results. By contrast, the Disposall Green rose to the occasion and went through the two tougher tests like a champ—much to our surprise since it’s a smaller unit.
Right now on Amazon, the Waste King L3200 3/4 HP is being offered for less than the GE Disposall Green 1/2 HP. With care, either of them can be good. They’re both effective at dealing with common food scraps even when in toppling amounts. The L3200 is bigger, so if size is an issue but budget is not, I would go with the GE Disposall Green.
Pros & Cons
- Noise cancelation
- High-speed motor
- Stainless steel grinder components
- Lightweight build
- Affordable
- High capacity
- Stainless steel grinding components
- High-speed motor
- Affordable
- Can be loud
- No noise/vibration insulation
Key Specs
Where to Buy
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Scrap Mix
Raw Fish Scraps
Raw Chicken Scraps
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Mount Assembly
Grind Chamber
Motor
Power Cord
Accessories
Build Quality
Usability
Ease of Use
Installation
Smooth Operation
Unjam Mechanics
Behind the Comparison
Be Nguyen is a writer and product reviewer. Being naturally curious about technology and its real-world applications, Be spent several years in university studying engineering before joining the team at HealthyKitchen101 where he disassembles, tests, and rates household appliances.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.
