Contents
- Editor’s Choice
- Top 10 best refrigerators in 2022 according to KP
- How to choose a refrigerator?
- Popular questions and answers
It is very difficult to imagine modern life without a refrigerator. This is perhaps the only household appliance that has been working for years without interruption. Only in recent years, routers have been added to refrigerators, but they are not yet so common. The functions of the refrigerator are extremely important, it stores food, drinks, and often medicines necessary for the normal functioning of the whole family. And not only for the current day, but also long-term stocks in the freezer.
Not surprisingly, these household appliances occupy a large place in the assortment of hundreds of manufacturers around the world. Their technical capabilities are very diverse, we will help you understand the features of the best models of 2022.
Editor’s Choice
Sharp SJ-XE59PMSL
Stylish refrigerator with one inverter compressor. Electronic control, thanks to which the model belongs to the A ++ energy class, consuming no more than 360 kW per year. The noise level does not exceed 27 dB. When the network is turned off, it keeps the temperature for 19 hours in closed chambers.
The unit is two-chamber. The 578 l refrigerator compartment is equipped with three rearranged shelves and two plastic drawers for fruits and vegetables. Defrosting is carried out according to the No Frost system, which excludes the formation of ice on the walls.
The 148 l freezer is located on top and is equipped with two drawers.
Advantages and disadvantages
Top 10 best refrigerators in 2022 according to KP
There are many things to consider when choosing a refrigerator. The stores offer the widest range of these household appliances and there are no obstacles in choosing a model based on your own needs.
1. Indesit ES 18
Budget two-chamber refrigerator with a volume of 318 liters. It is enough for a family of 3-4 households. The main volume contains 2 drawers for vegetables and fruits and 4 tempered glass shelves. The side walls are provided with guides for rearranging the shelves. The door has secure compartments for bottles and bags.
The freezer with two drawers is located at the bottom. It has a small compartment for quick freezing. Manual defrosting, drip method.
The refrigerator consumes 271 kW per year and belongs to class A according to this parameter. During a power outage, it keeps the temperature in closed compartments for up to 15 hours. The doors can be hung from the right side to the left, there is an alarm for loose closing.
Advantages and disadvantages
2. Weissgauff WFD 486 NFX
Premium unit with two refrigerators and one freezer. At the same time, the dimensions of the refrigerator are small and fit perfectly into any kitchen. The inverter compressor consumes 323 kW per year, which corresponds to the A+ energy class. The noise level, however, does not exceed 43 dB. The operation of the refrigerator is controlled by means of a touch digital display.
Two refrigerating chambers with a total volume of 268 liters are equipped with glass shelves with the possibility of rearrangement. Plus there are several containers for fruits and vegetables. There is a freshness zone for storing defrosted products.
The freezer with a capacity of 133 liters is located at the bottom and has a super-freeze mode. 6 containers with individual temperature setting provide the best food storage conditions. The minimum possible temperature in the freezer is -22 °C.
Defrosting type Full No Frost works in all chambers of the refrigerator, so that frost does not form anywhere. The facade is made in the modern CrossDoor style with imitation of stainless steel.
Advantages and disadvantages
3. Item RK-102 W
A classic apparatus with two chambers and one refrigeration unit. Thanks to the economical energy class A++ and the volume of 285 liters, this model is optimal for a small family.
The refrigerator compartment has 3 movable shelves and two drawers for fruits and vegetables. The door has slots for bottles and small products. On the back wall there is a drip defrosting channel. The lighting is controlled by a contact switch when the door is opened.
The 80 l freezer is located at the bottom. It is equipped with two containers and is defrosted manually. When the power is turned off, the temperature is maintained in the refrigerator for 13 hours if the doors are not opened.
Advantages and disadvantages
4. HIBERG RFQ-490DX NFB
A spacious refrigerator with two refrigerators and two freezers allows you to store food in accordance with the rules of the commodity neighborhood recommended to ensure sanitary safety.
The inverter compressor consumes 384 kW per year. The model belongs to the A + energy class. All chambers are defrosted by the Total No Frost system. The four doors are child-proof and equipped with an audible opening alarm.
Among the operating modes there are super-cooling and super-freezing modes, which allow you to quickly cool food and deep freeze fruits and berries, while maintaining their integrity and all vitamins. Operating modes are controlled from the touch screen.
The total volume of all chambers is 490 liters. The volume of refrigerating chambers is 292 liters, the temperature is regulated from 0 to +6 °C. The volume of freezers is 148 liters, the temperature is from -23 to -15 °C.
Advantages and disadvantages
5. Beko RCNK 270K20 W
The two-chamber unit has a No Frost system that independently and imperceptibly eliminates frost. The design also implements the Dual Cooling system, which eliminates the mixing of aromas of the refrigerator and freezer compartments and ensures optimal operation of each compartment.
An interesting feature is the “Vacation” mode. The refrigerator compartment is turned off, and the freezer continues to work, preserving food. Operating modes are switched from the digital display. When the doors are opened, the light and sound alarm are switched on.
The refrigerator consumes 267 kW per year and according to this parameter belongs to the energy class A +. The refrigerator compartment has 3 height-adjustable glass shelves plus one deep drawer for vegetables. The freezer is located at the bottom, it has 3 drawers.
Advantages and disadvantages
6. Schaub Lorenz SLUE235W4
The narrow built-in appliance goes well with various kitchen furniture sets, including the IKEA system. According to the level of energy consumption of 271 kW, the refrigerator belongs to class A +. During a power outage, the temperature inside the closed chambers is maintained for 10 hours. It is possible to rehang the doors on the left and right sides, there is an audible alarm for opening.
The 158 l refrigerator compartment is equipped with glass shelves and a drawer for fruits and vegetables. The door has compartments for bottles and small bags of food. Defrosting occurs by drip method.
The 58-litre freezer below has two drawers and a quick-cooling compartment. Defrost uses No Frost technology.
Advantages and disadvantages
7. ATLANT XM 4208-00
Narrow two-chamber refrigerator, suitable for small kitchens. In terms of energy consumption, the device belongs to class A, consuming 261 kW per year. In offline mode, the temperature inside the closed refrigerator is maintained for 14 hours.
The 131L refrigerator compartment has 3 tempered glass shelves and one fruit and vegetable drawer. The backlight is switched on by opening the reversible door. The defrosting system is drip.
The freezer is located at the bottom and has two deep drawers. Temperature settings down to -18 °C are possible. Defrosting is done manually.
Advantages and disadvantages
8. LG DoorCooling+ GA-B509CLWL
The single-unit two-chamber refrigerator is equipped with an inverter type compressor. Energy class A, the refrigerator consumes 325 kW of electricity per year. Control of operating modes is electronic, temperature in both chambers is displayed on the digital display. The noise level during operation does not exceed 36 dB.
The 268 l refrigerator compartment is equipped with four glass shelves and a plastic drawer for fruits and vegetables. When the door is opened, the light turns on and an audible signal sounds.
The 133L bottom freezer has 3 shelves. The refrigerator and freezer compartments are defrosted by the No Frost system. When the mains voltage is turned off, the temperature inside is maintained for 16 hours.
Advantages and disadvantages
9. Samsung RS64R5331B4
Big fridge for a big family. The inverter compressor moves the air evenly throughout the interior for optimal cooling. The carbon filter cleans the air of odors. The unit is controlled from the electronic panel. 465 kW is consumed per year, which corresponds to the energy consumption class A +.
The refrigerator has an incredibly stylish design with a steel-colored front. Its chamber is located vertically, on the right is a refrigerator with a volume of 415 liters, on the left is a narrower freezer with a volume of 202 liters.
In the refrigerator compartment there are many shelves and drawers for products, in the door there are cells for bottles and bottles.
On the door of the freezer there is a small niche with a tap for supplying chilled water from the internal tank. There is also an ice maker that does not interfere with shelves and containers. Both chambers are cleared of ice by the No Frost system.
Advantages and disadvantages
10. Hisense RC-67WS4SAW
The original design with a predominance of black is good for a modern kitchen with original furnishings. The electronically controlled inverter compressor provides high-quality ventilation while maintaining the optimum temperature. And it consumes no more than 405 kW per year, referring to the energy consumption class A +.
The 339 l refrigerator compartment is equipped with four glass shelves and two plastic drawers. There is lighting and an audible alarm for the open door. Defrosting takes place using No Frost technology.
The 177L freezer also has multiple shelves and drawers.
Advantages and disadvantages
How to choose a refrigerator?
It would seem: a refrigerator is a refrigerator, and what to choose? However, they have a number of varieties and functions that are very important for some users and useless for others. Pavel Komarov, Head of the Household Appliances and Electronics category at Avito, answers readers’ questions.
First of all, you should pay attention to the following aspects:
Dimensions
Before going to the store, you need to measure the available space with a tape measure, make sure there is enough space to open the doors of the refrigerator and check for sockets near it.
Type of refrigerator
Modern refrigerators are single, double and multi-chamber. For a small space, single-chamber devices, consisting only of a refrigerating chamber, are suitable. However, the best option is two-chamber refrigerators.
Such models include refrigerating and freezing compartments independent of each other. It is important to note that the power of the freezer is indicated by snowflakes – the more there are, the longer the shelf life of food.
Refrigerator volume
To calculate the minimum volume of a refrigerator for a family, you can use the following formula: 120 liters for 1 person + 60 liters for each family member. It is also important to consider eating habits – if you plan to cook a lot, it is better to take a larger refrigerator.
Popular questions and answers
Buying a refrigerator is a responsible step, especially in the life of a young family. Our expert reveals all the nuances of the choice.
– Type of interior lighting (more practical if the bulbs are halogen and located on the sides);
– Shelf material (it is better to choose glass filling, it is more comfortable in the sink);
– The presence of wheels (they will help to pull out the drawers without any effort)
It is also worth paying attention to the noise that the refrigerator makes (it depends on the type of compressor) and energy efficiency (depends on the label)
N – operation at temperatures from +16 °С to +32 °С.
SN – operation at temperatures from +10 °С to +32 °С.
ST – operation at temperatures from +18 °С to +38 °С.
T – operation at temperatures from +18 °С to +43 °С.
It is important to choose the class of the refrigerator depending on the room where it will be used, since in the event of a breakdown, the manufacturer’s warranty will not work if it turns out that it was not used in accordance with the selected climate class.
There is no doubt that the range of refrigerators will expand in the future. New needs will dictate new technical solutions and our editors will closely monitor this progress.