If you are going to buy an Ariston refrigerator, our review will be useful. Consider the main advantages of Hotpoint-Ariston, make a rating of popular models. You will learn about the features of single-chamber and double-chamber, freestanding and built-in refrigerators. You will have all the information you need to make an informed choice: features, prices and reviews.
Features
There are several main features that make these refrigerators stand out.
Active Oxygen
There is a new series of 2-chamber refrigerators. Helps to maintain freshness, appetizing appearance, taste of products for a long time.
Assembly
All refrigerators under the Hotpoint Ariston brand are assembled in the Russian Federation. If you are lucky enough to find a “clean” Ariston, Italy will be the country of origin. But such equipment practically does not enter the domestic market, because Russia has its own factory.
The design uses simple asynchronous compressors. Judging by the reviews, they can work out much less than the stated period. The start relay and thermostat also do not inspire confidence, they are similar in quality to Indesit parts (Ariston and Indesit are manufactured by the same concern Indesit Company).
Advantages and disadvantages
The manufacturer claims the following benefits:
- Ergonomic body, chamber interior. The design is thought out to the smallest detail for convenient storage of various products.
- Automatic defrosting for both chambers: refrigerator and freezer. It will be a great solution if you do not want to spend time defrosting.
- Acceptable cost. How much this or that model costs, you will learn from the review below.
Of the minuses can be noted short warranty period. Also, experts and masters of service centers assure that there are no parts that can work without failure for 10 years.
How to choose
In order not to make a mistake, when choosing a Hotpoint-Ariston brand refrigerator, pay attention to both basic and additional characteristics.
Management
Household refrigeration appliances “Hotpoint Ariston” are available with electronic and electromechanical control types.
Masters believe that Russian production has left its mark on the quality of electronics – it is better to choose models with electromechanics. They are not able to perfectly regulate the temperature, they do not have a display, but the risk of potential malfunctions is less.
Energy efficiency
Advertisers always persuade buyers to choose the most profitable energy class. But in the case of Ariston, you can safely choose class A – it is quite economical. Paying more for class A + is rational only if you plan to buy a very voluminous design.
Compressor and freon
Two-chamber refrigerators use one of the simplest motors – asynchronous. Isobutane is used as a refrigerant. Masters believe that the maximum period of such motors is no more than 10 years.
Авторазмораживание
It is worth deciding whether the No Frost option is really needed, whether it is worth overpaying for it. For a freezer, this is the best solution, and a regular drip system is also suitable for the second compartment.
Full No Frost is ideal for regions with high humidity, because this is where the ice on the walls grows the fastest. If you live in such a place, or if your home has humidity above 80%, you really need a full No Frost.
Autonomous cold storage
Serves for safety of products at long absence of electricity. The duration depends on the model, it is written in the instruction manual: from a couple of hours to 12 or more. Despite the assurances of the manufacturers, the temperature in the compartments still rises, but not as fast as in models without this option.
If the blackout is a constant problem, autonomy is a must. With an uninterrupted supply of electricity, you can not overpay.
Food freezing power
Are you planning to freeze a lot? Then pay attention to the maximum amount of food that the equipment can freeze per day. For users who look into the freezer only on holidays or for dumplings, information about the power of the freezer is not important.
Super chill and super freeze
One of the most useful features in modern refrigerators. Need to quickly chill drinks or freeze ice urgently? A conventional device will not cope with this, you will have to wait an hour or two. Do you need to fully load all the shelves in the freezer compartment? This can only be done with a super-freeze model.
Also, in the Super Freeze mode, it is recommended to freeze fruits and berries, vegetables, semi-finished products and other food products that you plan to keep in their original form. In the Ariston model range, you can find options with automatic disabling of these options and with manual control – choose what will be convenient for you.
Indicators
If it is convenient for you to monitor the temperature in the compartment or receive sound notifications (beeps, squeaks) about an open door, indicators will be important. If you are used to the quiet operation of technology without “light music” – save your finances.
Other Features
- Ice Generation. Are you going to use ice every day? Do you often have parties at home or do you need ice to store medicines? For the icemaker will have to pay a tidy sum.
- Tempered glass shelves – durable and reliable. In simple models from a low price category, you can find metal grilles. They help air circulation, but they rust, break, and are inconvenient to wash.
- Antibacterial coating. According to engineers and marketers, it does not allow bacteria to develop, blocks the appearance of unpleasant odors. To check the veracity of these arguments, you will have to evaluate the function yourself.
- Climatic class. You can use “Hotpoint Ariston” in the temperature range from +16 to +38 degrees. Although the gap is large, they are not suitable for unheated rooms.
- Noisiness. “Aristons” are not the noisiest – their performance is only 41-42 dB. But be careful, often in advertising the real noise level is underestimated, and in practice, motors can roar at a level of 50 dB or more.
- Hanging the door. A handy feature for which you practically do not need to overpay. But you can change the direction of opening the door at any time.
Models overview
Consider several models with different body parameters, capacity and functionality.
BDR 190 AAI – without freezer
This is a built-in single-compressor refrigerator, devoid of a freezer compartment. There are 2 chambers and 2 doors in total. Differs in simple and convenient electromechanical control. Energy efficiency class – A +.
The body dimensions in width, depth and height are 89,8×54,7×83,5 cm. The total volume is 190 liters.
Extra charges:
- there is an antibacterial coating;
- cost — 68 rubles (according to YandexMarket data as of October 490).
Andrey, Moscow
Bought specifically for installation under the countertop, as the kitchen is very small – critical 6 “squares”. I was immediately pleased with the quiet operation and convenient drawers. But the drawer pull-out mechanism cannot be called ideal, a false move was noticed in the lateral directions, which spoiled the overall impression of the purchase. The capacity is also so-so – I could not cram a three-liter jar into the top drawer because of the folding bottle holder. It is also upsetting that there is no freezer, but we bought it separately and also sewn it into the facade. Considering that it is difficult to find such a configuration in Russia, this is even the best that could be purchased. But if we compare it with a conventional vertical case, for the same amount that we paid, you can buy a more functional thing. In general, only those who are a fan of drawers will like it, for the rest – think for yourself, I shared my opinion.
SXBD 920 F — Side-by-Side
Stationary Side-by-Side: the freezer is located on the side. The principle of operation is electronic control. One motor, two chambers. Energy efficiency class – A +. Case dimensions (WxDxH): 90,2x75x176 cm.
Functional:
- No Frost in both chambers;
- there is an option of autonomous cold storage up to 7 hours;
- vacation mode;
- freezing capacity – up to 10 kg per day;
- sound notification of temperature rise and open door;
- there is both supercooling and superfreezing;
- There is a display that shows the temperature.
Device and volume of chambers:
- main – 345 liters;
- freezers – 192 liters;
- total – 537 liters.
Extra charges:
- parental control function (protection from children);
- equipped with an ice maker;
- glass shelves;
- noise – up to 47 dB.
The price is 59 rubles.
RMUP 100 X H
This is a small freezer cabinet for domestic use. Electromechanics provided. Energy efficiency – class B. Number of compressors – 1. One chamber, volume – 118 liters. Case dimensions: 60×66,5×100 cm (WxDxH).
Manual defrost. The option of automatic cold storage up to 16 hours has been implemented. The freezing capacity is up to 18 kg per day. The equipment is equipped with a cold accumulator. The noise level is low – only 39 dB maximum. It is also possible to move the door to the other side.
Vladimir Sergeevich, Omsk
One of the good domestic freezers at an affordable price. My wife is a fan of frosts for the winter, she always drags berries and fruits from the dacha, spins cabbage rolls all summer, stuffs peppers. Tired of this – in an ordinary refrigerator and dumplings, the peasant has nowhere to put. Presented this miracle to her on March 8th. Of course, there are disadvantages. Some were noticed only by me (there is no thermostat), some by my Valentina (there is no indicator light, although there should be). The work is really quiet, the drawers are excellent, even better than in the models Indesit, though one company. Superfreeze works great. The door is outweighed, but until there was a need, I don’t know if it’s easy. We found some other lever in the box, I was looking for schemes where to fasten it, but I did not decide. In general, both I and my wife are satisfied with the purchase. We advise.
HF 6201 XR — с No Frost
Refrigerator with bottom freezer. Electronic control with display. Power consumption – A +. Two chambers with one compressor. Doors – two. The total useful volume is 322 liters. Dimensions: 60x64x200 cm (WxDxH). No Frost is in both cameras. Autonomous work up to 13 hours. You can freeze up to 9 kg of food per day. There is a super freeze.
Glass shelves, antibacterial coating, the possibility of hinged doors on the other side – not all the advantages. Low noise level – up to 40 dB. Climate classes – SN, T.
Learn more about what are refrigerator climate classes, read in a separate review.
The price is from 30 rubles.
Ruslan, St. Petersburg
Satisfied with my choice – this is a light, very voluminous and functional refrigerator. In my case, the only drawback was that I did not pay attention to whether there was an ice generator. I bought more trays and freeze them manually in advance. In general, I like the fact that at an average price you get an elite-class refrigerator with all modern features. For my high-tech studio apartment, this is what you need.
As you can see, experts and users agree and believe that Hotpoint Ariston refrigerators are inexpensive and functional. Perhaps they will not last for decades, but they will become good functional assistants for a long time.