Global roots, local heart
The Korean operation draws on the manufacturing strength of Galanz — one of the largest appliance makers on earth — bringing dependable everyday products into Korean homes.
The Story of a Household Name
From Foshan to
From Foshan to
Every Korean Kitchen.
Galanz Korea is the story of how a world-leading appliance maker found a home in Korean households — bringing dependable, accessible technology to everyday life for generations.
Rooted in Galanz · Trusted in Korea · Built for everyday life
45+Years of Galanz heritage
~50%Of the world's microwaves
100+Countries served
24/7Everyday reliability
Overview
Bringing dependable technology home
A brand built on a simple idea — that world-class appliances belong in every home, not just the few.
Engineering at scale
Behind every Galanz appliance is a vertically-integrated supply chain and decades of precision manufacturing — the reason quality stays high and prices stay honest.
Built on trust
Galanz Korea has grown through word of mouth — dependable products, clear value, and service that stands behind every unit.
Timeline
The Galanz Korea journey
A look at the milestones that shaped the brand's presence in Korea.
The arrival
Galanz goes global
As Galanz expands beyond China, its reliable, value-driven appliances begin reaching new markets — laying the groundwork for a dedicated Korean presence.
The foundation
A home in Korea
Galanz Korea is established to bring the brand's full lineup — from microwaves to air conditioners — directly to Korean consumers, with local distribution and service.
The growth years
From kitchen staple to household name
A growing service network and expanding retail partnerships help Galanz become a familiar, trusted name in Korean homes.
The digital era
Smart, connected living
Galanz Korea embraces smart appliances and connected convenience, meeting a new generation of customers online and in-store.
Today & beyond
A legacy still unfolding
Rooted in decades of manufacturing excellence, Galanz Korea continues to bring dependable, accessible innovation to everyday life.
The History of Galanz
The company behind the name
The story of Galanz Korea begins with Galanz — a manufacturing giant that changed how the world cooks.
Guangdong Galanz Enterprises Co., Ltd. (格兰仕, Gélánshì) is one of the world's largest home appliance manufacturers, headquartered in Shunde, Foshan, in China's Guangdong province. What began in 1978 as a modest factory has grown into a global industrial force — the company behind the Galanz name.
1978Founded in Foshan
1992Entered home appliances
#1World's top microwave maker
~50%Of microwaves made worldwide
1978
Humble beginnings
Galanz is founded on September 28, 1978, in Shunde, Foshan. Its earliest years are spent on down-feather products and electric fans — a small enterprise learning the discipline of manufacturing.
1992
The microwave revolution
Galanz enters the home appliance industry with microwave ovens, spotting an opportunity to turn a premium import into an everyday household necessity.
2000s
From China's #1 to the world's #1
Rapid scale and relentless efficiency carry Galanz from the top of the Chinese market to the top of the world, becoming the leading global microwave producer.
Today
A full-home appliance leader
Beyond microwaves, Galanz now manufactures air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, and more — operating one of the world's largest appliance manufacturing centers and exporting to more than 100 countries.
Product Range
Appliances for everyday life
The breadth of the Galanz portfolio, available in Korea.
Microwave ovens
The category Galanz defined — reliable cooking in every kitchen.
Refrigerators
Spacious, efficient cooling for modern households.
Air conditioners
Comfort that performs in every season.
Washing machines
Dependable laundry care, built to last.
Toaster ovens
Versatile countertop cooking for quick, easy meals.
Small kitchen appliances
The everyday tools that make a house a home.