New refrigerators: an overview

Capacity. The main rule is that the more, the better (of course, if the kitchen area allows). Today, models with a total usable volume of all chambers from 300 liters are the norm. The increase in volume is most often due to growth – the height of the refrigerator is now 185-200 cm with a standard width of 60 cm (models with a width of more than 70 cm usually belong to the higher price category).

Zoning cameras. Food should not just not go bad, it is important that it remains tasty and healthy. And since different products are stored in different temperature regimes, modern refrigerator models are increasingly zoned. Specialized chambers for vegetables and fruits, compartments for butter, cheese, and seafood appear. In addition, refrigerators now have built-in installations for making edible ice (icemakers), cooling drinks (so-called dispensers) and eliminating odors.

The basic principle of the layout has not changed: 80% of the models on the market are two-door “combi” (refrigerator + freezer) with bottom freezer.

Electronic control system. It allows you to accurately maintain the set temperature and select the required operating mode (“normal”, “economical”, “vacation” and so on). Many refrigerators are now equipped with an external display, which makes it much easier to “control the situation”.

• Model G25E FSB (Whirlpool, USA), Loft series, 66 990 rub. The freezer compartment is equipped not with traditional swing doors, but with the so-called French door – a large drawer (208 l) with a capacity.
• Model ENB 35405 S (Electrolux, Sweden)… Equipped with a Brita filter dispenser and a special container that holds 4 liters of water. 39 900 rub.

Two-compressor models. Despite the fact that there are more and more of them, two compressors are still expensive. But such a system allows you to independently regulate the temperature in the refrigerating and freezing chambers. This is especially convenient when defrosting or cleaning one of the compartments (in addition, it is possible to turn off one chamber).

Energy class. Modern refrigerators have become quiet and economical – in the vast majority of cases they have been assigned an energy class of A or A + (and A ++ is on the way).

Freshness zone. Here the temperature is usually kept slightly above zero. In some cases, it is possible to adjust the humidity level. The “freshness zone” is especially convenient for storing such delicate products as fresh (not frozen) meat and fish, fruits, herbs. These products should not be kept in an ordinary refrigerator at a temperature of + 6 … + 10 ° С, as they can quickly “fade” and deteriorate. At the same time, they cannot be “frozen”, since they will lose their taste.

Antibacterial system. In addition to traditional refrigeration, more sophisticated food protection methods are used. Antibacterial protection has become widespread – usually a coating of the inner chamber containing silver. Several Japanese manufacturers (Sharp, Toshiba) use built-in air ionizers. Panasonic (Japan) models can use a Wasabi cassette (herbal extracts prevent the formation of ethylene and the growth of bacteria). Refrigerators LG (Korea) are equipped with a Vitamin Plus device, which “emits” vitamin C, which helps to preserve the beneficial properties of food. And in the KWD 1440 X model (Blomberg, Germany) there is a Florabeam compartment with blue light technology – it prolongs the process of photosynthesis in vegetables and fruits, thereby increasing their vitamin value and increasing shelf life.

Shelf material. It is desirable that the refrigerator be equipped with sturdy glass shelves with a rim – unlike grate shelves, they are impervious to spilled liquid.

• Models in the “Available” category: up to 36 rubles.
• Models in the “Expensive” category: more than 36 rubles.

• GA-B399TGMR (LG, Korea). The attractive black combi refrigerator is equipped with a No Frost system, an external LCD display. The design features include a moisture control system (Moist Balance Crisper), a special Vitamin Plus device.24 500 rub.
• CDK 38300 (Beko, Turkey). Two-compressor refrigerator with electronic control system and informative LCD display. Lots of useful accessories, including adjustable tempered glass shelves, Easy Box hinged containers, Ice Bank quick-freeze compartment. The inner coating contains silver particles.18 690 rub.
• ZBB 6286 (Zanussi, Italy). Built-in refrigerator with bottom freezer compartment. It features a high freezing capacity (13 kg in 24 hours) and a low noise level (38 dB). Equipped with No Frost system, Crisp & Fresh filter (provides a constant level of moisture in the compartment for vegetables and herbs), pull-out containers for vegetables.32 400 rub.

• ARC 7699 IX (Whirlpool, USA). The capacious (368 l) combi refrigerator is made in the color of “stainless steel”. Among the design features of interest are the bright LCD display, antibacterial filter, freshness control compartment, humidity control compartment, Total No Frost system and numerous “special” modes of operation (such as “vacation” or “party”).35 990 rub.
• CO 2210 SH (Ardo, Italy). Combi refrigerator, Hexagon design line. Energy class A +. The design advantages include re-hung doors, automatic defrosting of the refrigerator compartment. The set includes three glass shelves, a lattice shelf for bottles, boxes for vegetables and fruits, an egg holder.22 000 rub.
• KGS39X48 InoxLook (Bosch, Germany). The trademark difference is the InoxLook coating, on which dirt and fingerprints are not visible. The refrigerator compartment includes five tempered glass shelves, while the freezer contains three boxes and two shelves. The well-thought-out and bright lighting is noteworthy.27 690 rub.

• ENB34400W8 (Electrolux, Sweden). Combi refrigerator white. Fuzzy Control electronic temperature maintenance system. The refrigerator has glass shelves, as well as a special shelf for bottles. There is a bottle holder on the door. The door itself can be rebalanced if necessary.27 260 rub.
• KND 1661 X (Blomberg, Germany). Combined two-compartment refrigerator with electronic control, LCD display and No Frost technology. Equipped with one of the most effective antibacterial systems: hygION silver particle coating, hygAIR ionizer plus Hygiene + photocatalytic carbon filter.29 990 rub.
• B 20 D FNF (Indesit, Italy). This combi model is characterized by its capacity (366 liters) and functionality: it supports Super Cool, Super Freeze, Eco, Holiday and Bottle Chill for efficient cooling. bottles. The refrigerator is equipped with a Full No Frost automatic defrosting system. Nice little things – external display, reversible doors, glass shelves plus a sliding shelf Sliding Shelf.24 500 rub.

By the way about handles and doors

When choosing a refrigerator, pay attention to the design of its door handle. The most commonly used handles are staples. Assess their shape. It is desirable that there are no protruding corners, which can be caught, for example, by the sleeve of clothing. The handle should be comfortable so that the door can be opened even when your hands are busy. Make sure the doors and doors close easily. It is good if they are equipped with door closers.

• Quadrio (Hotpoint-Ariston, Italy). Four-door refrigerator with original asymmetrical design. Two independent freezers allow food to be separated according to shelf life. The upper freezer compartment is equipped with a built-in ice maker. There is an advanced Frost Free cooling system and an efficient moisture control system.51 000 rub.
• CBNes 3967 (Liebherr, Germany). Premium refrigerator Features: 69L BioFresh chamber, recirculating cooling, SuperCool and SuperFrost modes, ice maker, freezer door shelves, LED lighting and record cold time during a power outage (30 hours).91 500 rub.
• KEL 580-1-2 T (Kuppersbusch, Germany). Spacious (504 L) Premium Side-by-Side Refrigerator with SilberLine design and stainless steel finish. The refrigerator is equipped with an electronic temperature control and display system, an ice maker and a dispenser. The set includes a hose for connecting to the water supply (7 m long!) And a filter with a pollution indicator.152 000 rub.

• NRK 2000 P2 (Gorenje, Slovenia). This refrigerator from the Pininfarina II design line is available in two colors – black and aluminum. Functions are presented: “vacation”, “eco”, fast cooling of drinks. Provides antibacterial protection, filter deodorant, container “freshness zone” Zero’n’Fresh.65 000 rub.
• NR-F 532 (Panasonic, Japan). This model is a treasure trove of innovation. Thanks to the inverter power technology of the compressor, power consumption and noise level are drastically reduced (only 26 dB). The device is equipped with a bactericidal filter and an antibacterial “Wasabi” cassette. There is an ice maker (14 l) and a special compartment with adjustable temperature and an ultraviolet lamp for storing chilled food (29 l).84 990 rub.

• KWD 1440 X (Blomberg, Germany). Spacious (535 l) refrigerator with Fresh freeze compartment, minibar, dispenser. Features: hygION coating, Hygiene + photocatalytic filter, hygAIR ionizer, Florabeam compartment. The outer cover protects the door from fingerprints.69 990 rub.
• KFN 14927 SD (Miele, Germany). The refrigerator from the new K 10000 series is distinguished by its exquisite design and a number of progressive developments. Such as, for example, a spacious (79 l) “freshness zone” PerfectFresh, a carbon filter to eliminate unpleasant odors, an electronic control system with touch keys, a hydraulic door closer. Modern comfort is also provided by the No Frost, Super Freeze and Super Cool functions, not to mention the convenient VarioBord shelves, containers for butter and cheese and other useful little things.120 000 rub.
• GR-Q459BTYA (LG, Korea). This refrigerator has won the Red Dot Design Award. For the first time in the world, it has instant access to the Ice Home Bar. We also note the backlit Vita Light compartment to preserve vitamin C in products, a water dispenser, a bright LCD display and a wooden wine shelf.39 000 rub.

By the way about lighting

The interior of the refrigerator should be well lit. One light bulb is clearly not enough for modern roomy models. High-brightness halogen lamps and LED lighting are often used in luxury refrigerators, which provide the most comfortable view of the shelves. It makes sense to evaluate the quality of the backlight visually.