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There is such a huge range of buyers that it is sometimes difficult to decide. We offer you to learn more about the “old-timer” of the household appliances industry – Whirlpool. We will tell you why the Whirlpool refrigerator is good, review the models, and also report prices and quote user reviews.
About brand
The company is from the United States. From the very beginning, it produced household appliances, its first brainchild was a washing machine equipped with an electric shaft. In the 60s of the XX century, the first air conditioners and refrigerators rolled off the assembly line – and by the beginning of the new millennium, the manufacturer took pride of place among the four largest manufacturers of household appliances. Of course, as befits a large concern, there were some takeovers of other companies: Indesit, Maytag, Amana, Hotpoint, Bauknecht, etc.
Today, Whirlpool products can be found in most countries of the world, and factories have appeared not only in the States. So, in Slovakia they collect Whirlpool washing machines, and the assembly of refrigeration equipment is carried out in Poland and in Russia (in Lipetsk).
Features
Whirlpool refrigerators are a combination of reliability with rich functionality and impeccable style. A wide range of appliances in each line – the ability to make a choice for any interior and size of the kitchen. You can find white, black, silver, bronze body and other colors.
Buyers can purchase both glossy and matte models. In any case, even the most demanding person will be satisfied with the assortment.
The technical equipment of the devices is also diverse. Innovative developments help keep food fresh for a long time with minimal electricity consumption. These technologies include:
- 6th Sense — «6 sense»;
- Multi flow – multi-point type cooling system;
- Dual No Frost – “No Frost” in both chambers;
- No Frost Fresh Control.
“Sixth Sense” involves the presence of very sensitive sensors that capture even slight temperature fluctuations. When the temperature rises, the sensors will signal this to the control system – and cold air will go to the heat source to neutralize the warm air currents. This speeds up the cooling of freshly loaded products.
Dual No Frost assumes the presence of two independent cooling circuits. One is for the freezer, the other is for fresh and perishable food. This allows you to quickly restore the set temperature, eliminates the mixing of odors and prolongs the safety of food.
No Frost Fresh Control It is a temperature and humidity control system. The system takes into account the degree of loading of the compartment and the type of products loaded.
Many Whirlpool models are supplemented with filters that destroy pathogenic bacteria, fungal spores, and odors. This preserves the pleasant smell of products, their appearance and freshness, and most importantly, their taste.
Additional options include:
- “Super Freeze” mode;
- vacation mode;
You will be interested! Read the article “Do I need to turn off the refrigerator during the holidays?».
- child protection function (accidental pressing);
- compartment with a temperature of 0 degrees or the “Fresh Zone”.
You will learn more about the null zone from the review “What is the freshness zone in the refrigerator».
Another plus of absolutely all models is simple and easy-to-understand control. There are 4 main types of control:
- mechanical – classic, time-tested;
- electromechanical – advanced mechanics;
- electronic – new opportunities in the management and control of equipment;
- touch – modern one-touch control.
New lines of Whirlpool refrigerators
Supreme No Frost
Not so long ago, Whirlpool’s new Supreme No Frost series hit the market. These are revolutionary models with a set of combined freezers for long-term storage. Their modern design compares favorably with previous versions. Undoubted advantages – interactivity, intuitive interface.
These are compact units with ultra-thin doors. The doors are equipped with a floating handle. They say about such a technique: “I saw and fell in love.”
Absolute
Available in two versions – with an upper and lower freezer. Each device deserves to become an interior decoration. Functionality is on top, while the dimensions are compact, but with a fairly high capacity. Some models have a water dispenser.
In options with a lower freezer, there is a “Quick Freeze”, “6 Sense”, an antibacterial filter.
Browse popular models
We offer you to get acquainted with some representatives of refrigeration equipment from different lines. We will describe the main characteristics and tell you how much this or that model costs.
WBE 3677 NFC TS
Spacious two-chamber stationary version of Polish production. The freezer compartment is located below. Equipped with the three functions listed above: 6 Sense, No Frost and Multi Flow. Management – electronic type. Profitability is ensured by the energy efficiency class A +.
The body color is silver, dimensions are 59,5x64x200 cm.
No Frost only in the freezer, the main one has a drip system. Autonomous cold storage mode lasts up to 12 hours. You can freeze up to 4,5 kg of food per day. Additionally, there is a “Super Freeze” function.
Total volume – 349 liters (main compartment – 252, freezer – 97 liters). The shelves are made of glass, the door can be moved. The noise level of the device is up to 42 dB. The average cost is 40 rubles.
WBA 4328 NFC W
Volume: 420 liters.
Freezer:
- volume – 138 liters;
- freezing capacity – up to 12 kg per day;
- it is completed with 3 transparent plastic boxes;
- there is a tray under the ice;
- modes “Party”, “Increased load”;
- autonomous storage of cold – up to 12 hours;
- 2 additional shelves on the door.
Main compartment:
- volume – 282 liters;
- Multi Flow, Microban antibacterial filtration system;
- compartment with the ability to adjust the humidity;
- 5 durable glass shelves;
- egg tray;
- conventional backlight with incandescent lamp;
- 1 large tray for vegetables and fruits with a divider.
Management – electronics; there is a display with temperature indication in both compartments; “6th sense”; vacation mode.
Device: 1 motor-compressor; doors with the possibility of hanging on the other side; noise – up to 40 dB.
Environmental characteristics:
- energy efficiency A +;
- electricity consumption – 391 kW / year;
- R600a brand freon (ozone-safe) is used as a refrigerant;
- climate class – SN-T.
Conclusion: this is an impressive and presentable refrigerator with a lot of functions and relative noiselessness. The cost is from 68 rubles.
User Reviews
Michael
Initially, the freezer even froze too much, everything stuck together from the cold. But then I figured out how to set the temperature, and everything returned to normal. Ice in molds freezes almost instantly, especially on Super Freeze.
Alain
At first, I didn’t know that I needed to turn on “Increased Load” before laying a large batch. And then he starts to work somehow strangely – gurgles, buzzes. The rest is always quiet. And another important point! On the case itself there was a sticker that it was full No Frost (it’s a pity it didn’t survive), and so they found a drain hole in the chamber and a tray under it, so the drip system turned out to be there. They called the store, looked at the sites – everywhere they say that there can be no mistake. And in the end, she is. This does not affect the work, we like everything, but the money was simply paid for one functionality, and we received another.
ART 9810 / A +
Built-in refrigerator with bottom freezer. Even the name of the model indicates the energy efficiency class – A +. One motor-compressor is installed on two compartments. The case is made in white color (metal), has dimensions: 54x54x193,5 cm.
The freezer has manual defrosting, the refrigerator has a drip system. The freezing capacity is modest – no more than 3,5 kg per day. At the same time electronic control with indication of temperature on the display is provided. Peculiarities:
- The total volume is 310 liters.
- There is an antibacterial coating.
- Sturdy glass shelves.
- Weight is only 55 kg.
- The display is internal.
The price is from 49 rubles.
User Reviews
Andrei
After the purchase, it became interesting to read the reviews. Guys, I don’t know what you are trying to achieve, but we seem to be talking about different things. All the problems that you write about are either far-fetched, or you just got unlucky – well, how else to explain this ?! The technique is quiet – maybe you just install it incorrectly? Need a flat floor, the level is in the end. They ran into the shelves – for what? Excellent: I put both full 3-liter jars and pots of soup. Yes, I agree that the freezer is small, but this is not a drawback – here you yourself chose, you would take it from a large one, and there would be no problems. Yes, it gets cold sometimes, you have to defrost it, but not every week, as they say. I’m satisfied: quiet, good assembly.
Veronica
Of all the built-in models, this is the most capacious. Works quietly. Of the minuses, I note the incomprehensible and disgustingly compiled instructions. The shelves are flimsy, I’m afraid to put something heavy on them. I’ve been using it for 2 weeks, so far that’s all I can say.
BSNF 8121 OX
Silver refrigerator with A+ energy class and one compressor.
- Case dimensions: 59,5×65,5×188,5 cm.
- Full No Frost.
- Autonomous storage of cold in the freezer up to 19 hours.
- Freezing daily capacity – up to 4 kg.
- There is a Super Freeze function.
- Volume – 316 liters.
- Provided with antibacterial coating.
- Noise – up to 42 dB.
- Weight – 71 kg.
The price is from 34 rubles.
User Reviews
Katherine
Inexpensive option, differs well, very quiet operation. It freezes well, and most importantly, it can do it quickly. We were lucky with the assembly – Europe, Poland. It looks stylish, inside everything is simple, but ergonomic, products are placed easily – everything is at hand. Operation is simple – all thanks to electronics.
Sasha
I’ll explain everything point by point:
- Assembly – Poland.
- Very stylish.
- Installed in the studio – shine!
- There is a pocket for a carbon filter.
- Full “No Frost”.
- Plastic does NOT smell, apparently environmentally friendly.
- The surface does not get dirty.
- The compressor has a 10 year warranty.
- The setup scheme is as simple as 5 cents.
But there are also disadvantages, here is a detailed description of them:
- Chinese motor.
- Management is not ultra-modern: only 3 indicators and 1 button.
- Few shelves, even fewer drawers.
- Features are missing.
- Doesn’t squeak if you forget to close the door.
- “Eats” a lot.
- The ratio “price and quality” was not justified. The price is higher.
- It takes effort to open the door.
Whirlpool corner refrigerators
If you have never heard of corner refrigerators, we will tell you a little about them. Whirlpool is one of the few manufacturers of such equipment. The design of the case is similar in principle to a corner wardrobe: it is conveniently installed in a corner for significant space savings. And the volume of such electrical appliances is impressive – about 1200 liters.
Like conventional refrigerators, they can be electromechanical and electronic, with or without a display. As for the price, such models went on sale at a cost of 30 rubles before the dollar jump. Now it is quite difficult to find such a design in Russia, so it is hardly worth considering it as a purchase. Look at the refrigerator from the options described above if you decide to opt for the Whirlpool technique.
Conclusion
The Whirlpool brand inspires confidence – a long history, a huge range, positive user reviews and reasonable prices with good functionality. The choice is yours.