How to choose a refrigerator for your home: expert advice

In this article, our editors deal with the question of how to choose the right refrigerator in year. Before you buy a refrigerator, you must first examine the wide range of offers on the market and decide what features and capabilities your refrigerator should have.

We have come all this way and in this article we will provide advice and recommendations of experts on how to choose a refrigerator. At the end of the article were detailed rating of refrigerators of the year based on the budget for the purchase.

The importance of choosing the right refrigerator

• Cost. The store will offer you many options with extra features for which you overpay. Check out the basic features before choosing.
• Compatibility. The size and installation location has a decisive role, do not neglect this.
• Comfort Pay attention to little things - the location of shelves, cameras and light plays a decisive role in comfort.
• Profitability. Properly selected size and usable volume will save on electricity.
• Durability. The most important selection criterion. We advise you to choose a well-known company, pay attention to the reviews and ratings to choose the best refrigerator.

See also - Rating of the best refrigerators years (TOP 20)

We calculate the size and usable volume of the refrigerator

If you choose a refrigerator for your home or apartment, you definitely need to get a tape measure before buying. The choice of installation location must be approached with all responsibility. Think over the place where you wake up install a refrigerator, it should not interfere with the passage, the doors should be free to open and close, there should be a socket near the installation site. Some models require a water connection, which should be taken care of in advance.

Expert Opinion

Alexey Yaroshin

Consultant on the choice of technology. Experience in Mvideo - 7 years

If you choose a refrigerator to replace the old one, then you should choose an identical in size and design. Then you will not have any problems with the installation.

Standard sizes 60x60x150 cm will be an excellent solution for small kitchens. The advice of specialists is to select the sizes taking into account the size of the kitchen and the availability of free space on it.A tall refrigerator is not always the best choice, if your height is below average, when choosing, you need to make sure whether it is comfortable to get objects from the upper shelves, it may be more convenient to give preference to a short and shallow, but wide model. The standard height is 1.5-2 m.

Useful volume refrigerator is an important selection criterion. According to experts, when determining the required volume, it should be borne in mind that the products should not be stored close to, but at a short distance for air circulation. With the same external dimensions, the usable volume may be different.

Standard solutions for one or two people are 180-250 liters. For a family of up to 5 people, the 350+ liter model is suitable. If this is not enough, then you should pay attention to the side-by-side system cabinet with a volume of 500 liters or more. ( See also: How to choose and install a built-in refrigerator )

Types of refrigerating chambers and their purpose

Single-chamber refrigerators are the best choice for summer cottages

The smallest models are equipped with only one door, behind it there is either one refrigerating chamber, there are also options with a very small freezer (NTO - low-temperature compartment). A great option for one or two people or a small office. Experts advise to choose this particular type of refrigerators for summer cottages. ( See also: Why do you need a voltage regulator for refrigerators )

Types of NTO:

• without marking - in such a compartment it is allowed to store products for several days;
• one star - temperature up to -6 ° C, food storage is possible up to two weeks;
• two stars - down to -12 ° C, - shelf life within three months;
• three stars - down to -18 ° C - shelf life within one year.

Multi-compartment refrigerators

Two-compartment refrigerators are the most popular. The first is refrigeration, and the second is freezer. Most of the refrigerator is occupied by the refrigerating chamber. It contains metal or glass shelves and containers for storing food. The glass shelves are easy to clean and the grilles do not interfere with the air circulation. Any combination of shelves and containers can be created inside the unit. ( See also: How to choose a two-compartment refrigerator - rating of the best 2019 )

Most often, the freezer is located under the refrigerator, but there are also models in which it is located at the top. Freezers located at the bottom have a larger volume than those at the top.

Important:

On some models, it is possible to change the side of the door opening, from left to right or right to left, which is important during installation.

Three-compartment refrigerators have a “freshness preservation zone”. In this compartment, the temperature is maintained from zero to two degrees above zero. The zero temperature chamber is designed to store perishable foods - in this compartment they will retain their taste and freshness longer.

Side-by-Side refrigerators are ideal for large families. The freezer is located on the side. The standard parameters of such a unit are 180x80x100 cm.

Expert opinion

Alexey Yaroshin

Technology consultant. Experience in Mvideo - 7 years

If you have not yet decided which refrigerator for your home is better to choose, I recommend taking a two-compartment refrigerator with a freshness zone and the location of the freezer below. According to experts and buyers, this option is the most convenient and most popular.

See also:

• 7 best Bosch refrigerators according to customer reviews
• 8 Best Samsung Refrigerators According to Buyers
• 9 Best Inexpensive Refrigerators According to Buyers
• 10 best LG refrigerators according to customer reviews

Selecting the type of defrost / freeze of the refrigerator

Manufacturers in 2018- year offer two types No frost and drip system.

Advantages of the drip system:

• products are less weathered;
• low price compared to NoFrost.

IN the year is better choose a refrigerator with the No Frost system... Benefits:

• no need to constantly defrost;
• frost and ice do not appear due to air circulation and maintaining a constant temperature;
• the temperature is evenly distributed, food is stored longer;
• all condensate is collected in a tray, from which it is enough to pour out the liquid 1-2 times a year;
• lower power consumption compared to other types.

As you can see, refrigerators with the No Frost defrosting system are more practical and convenient to use. Relying on the conditions and pace of life of a modern person, almost all manufacturers strive to equip their product with the latest technology.

See also - 10 best refrigerators before customer reviews

Number of refrigerator compressors

Refrigerators are manufactured with one or two compressors. If one compressor is installed, the freezer and refrigerator compartment are powered by the same motor. Heavy loads wear out the engine. We advise you to buy a refrigerator with two compressors installed, this option will be more reliable.

The advantage of refrigerators with two compressors:

• the ability to turn off one camera and leave the second on - you can wash the freezer without turning off the refrigerator
• independent temperature - when the doors of the refrigerating chamber are opened, only one compressor works to restore the temperature
• durability

Crank compressor or linear compressor? The choice is quite simple, as studies have shown refrigerators with linear compressors store more vitamins and minerals in foods. ( See also: Inverter compressor in the refrigerator: pros and cons )

Important:

Refrigerators with two compressors always consume more electricity.

Energy class and noise level

The noise level should be less than 40 dB, it is this noise level that is comfortable for the home. ( See also: Rating of the quietest refrigerators according to customer reviews )

The refrigerator works 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so it is very important to choose the most economical option. The most economical units are the class “A ++”, “A +”, “A”, then the class “B” and “C” class refrigerators follow. Anything below "C" is not worth buying!

Let us pay attention to the diagram below, based on the graphs it can be seen that the class “A ++” consumes 40% less electricity than “C”. In the calculations for the years of operation, the amount of savings is noticeable.

Important:

Follow energy-saving trends in year experts recommend choosing a refrigerator class "A ++" or "A +". Read also: How much does the refrigerator consume electricity per month

The choice of the climatic class of the refrigerator

To choose a climate class, it is enough to know the average temperature limits of the room in which the refrigerator will be located. When choosing a refrigerator for your home, this criterion is not so important. In 90% of cases, N-SN models are suitable.

The climate class is marked with the letters N, SN, ST, T.

• N - from +16^aboutFrom to +32^aboutFROM;

Important:

If the refrigerator breaks down and an expert assessment reveals that the operation does not correspond to the climatic class, the manufacturer's warranty will not be valid.

See also - What is the climate class of the refrigerator

Choosing a freezer class

The freezer class is indicated by snowflakes:

• 2 snowflakes - temperature up to -12

The simplest freezers are in single-compartment refrigerators, some of which do not drop below -6 ° C.

Additional functions

Additional functions affect the price, so we advise you to choose the most necessary and useful.

Ice maker - It can be of two types, a dispensary for an ox or ordinary cells for ice. The premium segment is equipped with an automatic icemaker, which must be connected to the water supply. You can choose a semi-automatic option - water is poured manually into the tank, which is less convenient, but cheaper and easier.

Antibacterial coating - silver ions are used, which prevent the growth of bacteria and microbes.

Super freeze –The mode is used for quick freezing, the temperature drops for a short time to -24 ° C. For the refrigerating chamber there is a similar mode, which lowers the temperature to -2 ° C.

Open door indicator - if the door is not closed, or does not fit snugly, a signal is issued.

Expert Opinion

Alexey Yaroshin

Technician selection consultant. Experience in Mvideo - 7 years

For giving, additional functions are not needed at all. Choose the simplest options with fewer features.

Design

The form and color scheme should be in harmony with the decor and color scheme of the kitchen. Today, designs are presented in any color, and from various materials, from the familiar metal to wood.

Tip:

A matter of taste! Choose what you like.

Which refrigerator is better to choose 2019: expert advice

As we promised, here are some expert advice on how to choose a refrigerator for your home or summer house.

1. Think over the place where the refrigeration unit will stand. It should not create inconvenience.
2. Glass is better than plastic, glass shelves are more durable, maintenance is easier. Glass is more transparent than plastic, convenient when searching on the upper shelves.
3. Check the gaskets when buying, they should be flexible and the refrigerator should open without any extra effort.
4. The best models are equipped with the NoFrost system, caring for them is easier.
5. Inspect the selected model before it is plugged in. Thus, poor-quality plastic can be recognized — an unpleasant odor emanates from it.
6. If the unit will be used by no more than 5 people, choose a unit with a volume of not more than 300 liters.
7. A single chamber model will be an excellent option for a summer residence. It is better to choose home with two or three cameras.
8. To save space in a small kitchen will help view with the handle "recessed" in the body. Pay attention to narrow models.
9. Noise level should not exceed 40 dB.
10. Options on wheels are more practical than on legs.

See also - rating of the best built-in refrigerators of the year

Rating of manufacturers of refrigerators of the year

• 22% – Atlan (Atlant CJSC, Minsk, Belarus);
• 18% - in equal proportions of 9% of sales volume falls on brands:

1. Samsung (Samsung Group, Seoul, Korea);
2. Liebherr (Liebherr-International.AG, Bieberach an der Ries, Germany);

• 14% - 7% each share:

1.  LG (LG Electronics Inc., Seoul, Korea / production: Dorokhovo village, Ruzsky district, Moscow region);
2.  Indesit (Indesit Company, Fabriano, Italy);

• 15% - 5% each are accounted for:

1.  Beko (Koch Holding, Istanbul, Turkey / assembly production Kirzhach, Vladimir region);
2.  Bosch (Robert Bosch GmbH, assembly in Germany and Slovenia);
3. Sharp (Sharp Corporation, Osaka, Japan);

• 12% - 4% respectively covers domestic products:

1. Biryusa(OJSC Krasnoyarsk factory of refrigerators Biryusa, Krasnoyarsk);
2. POZIS (State Corporation Rostec, JSC Production Association Sergo Plant, Zelenodolsk, Tatarstan);
3. Saratov (LLC "SEPO-ZEM", Saratov);

• 19% - other.

As we can observe, in 2018 and Atlant leads the year. Relatively cheap prices and excellent quality allowed them to gain confidence. Rely on this rating when choosing a company.

See also - 12 best refrigerators from customer reviews

Rating of a choice of technical characteristics and additional functions

• number of cameras: two-chamber (85%); Side-by-side - wide two-door (10%); single chamber (3%); three chamber and multi-chamber (2%);
• layout and location of the freezer: below (67%), above (23%), side (6%);
• height, see: low to 125 (9%), ≤ 150 and ≤ 170 (12% each), ≤ 180 (15%), ≤ 190 (24%), ≤ 200 (16%), and higher (11% );
• net volume (l): up to 200 (21%), ≤ 250 (47%), ≤ 300 (17%), ≤ 350 (6%), ≤ 400 (6%);
• power consumption, class: “A” (39%), “A +” (50%), “A ++” (11%);
• noise level, dB: ≤ 38 (13%), ≤ 40 (40%), ≤ 42 (32%), ≤ 44 (14%), and higher (3%);

Most popular features

• door outweighing (21%);
• antibacterial protection (16%);
• with Full No Frost (9%);
• quick freezing (13%);
• door closure warning (12%);
• quick cooling and freezing (5%);
• and 3% each - the "vacation" mode, child protection, and an inverter compressor;

Additional features

• hidden door handles (34%);
• dual-circuit cooling (20%);
• touch screen (16%);
• freshness zone (11%);
• deodorization (9%);
• ice generation (6%);
• two compressors (4%).

Paying attention to this rating, you can understand which of the additional features buyers considered the most important.

Also on our website you can read the article “5 unsuccessful models of refrigerators“Which we do not recommend taking.

Top 4 Best Budget Fridges to

In the segment of inexpensive refrigerators up to there is no point in counting on any additional functions. Each manufacturer will give you approximately the same set. You need to decide whether you are ready to tinker with manual defrosting or whether it is better to pay extra for No frost. We have selected the best models that you can buy in retail chains as of August of the year.

ATLANT XM 4010-022

Benefits:

• Large volume 283 - freezer 115 liters, refrigerator 168 liters.
• Great price from
• Dimensions 60x63x161 cm
• Low noise
• bottom freezer
• convenient containers on the door
• For small sizes, powerful freezing 4.5kg / day
• Energy saving class A - 325 kWh / year
• Good quality, 36 months. warranty

Disadvantages:

• Drip defrost system
• Sometimes, buyers notice the appearance of a "fur coat" on the back wall, so you need to periodically defrost the refrigerator.
• To defrost, you will have to move the refrigerator aside - the pallet is at the back.

In general, ATLANT XM 4010-022 is an ideal budget refrigerator, which is distinguished by its large volume and ease of use. The disadvantages are inherent in all state employees with a drip defrost system.

See also - The best home freezers according to customer reviews

ATLANT XM 4021-000

The older brother of the XM 4010-022 model has all the same advantages and disadvantages. Having paid , you get a larger refrigerating chamber volume of 52 liters, which is quite significant.

Benefits:

• An even larger volume of the refrigerating chamber is 230 liters versus 168, the total volume is 345 liters.
• More expensive than XM 4010-022 by , average price
• Dimensions 60x63x186 cm
• Attractive design
• Consumes 354 kWh / year
• All other advantages are no different from the XM 4010-022 model

Disadvantages:

Exactly the same as in the model above, and they are associated with a drip manual defrosting system. You need to periodically defrost the refrigerator for correct operation.

BEKO RCNK 335K00 W

The first representative in the segment of public sector employees with the No frost system. The average price is $ 300-310, which slightly exceeds the criteria of our rating, but still fits into the overall picture. The functionality is practically the same, everything is standard for state employees.

Benefits:

• The No frost system is the main giant plus for the money.
• Compact. Dimensions 54x60x201cm. Width 54 centimeters - the narrowest refrigerator, perfect for limited space or the need to fit into a "niche".
• Capacious - the volume of 300 liters.
• Electromechanical control.
• 4 drawers in the freezer.
• Freezing capacity - 7 kg / day.
• Signals about an open door.
• Low noise level - 40 dB.
• 24 months warranty.

Disadvantages:

• There are not many reviews on the Internet, mostly all positive.
• There are complaints about the quality of the materials. We believe that this is commonplace for budget models.

Indesit EF 16

Another representative from a well-known brand with a noufrost system and a price of 20,000 - ... It differs from BEKO by a reduced height, but an increased width and depth of 60x64x167 cm. Accordingly, the net volume has decreased to 256 liters. At the same time, the refrigerator compartment is of sufficient size, and the freezer is not large - 75 liters.

Benefits:

• All the same No frost. Atlas for gives more volume with similar functionality. But No frost gives Indesite a big plus. If you are not ready to engage in manual defrosting, choose between Indesit and BEKO.
• Capacious refrigerating chamber - 181 liters.
• Climatic class N, ST. Energy saving class A, 342 kWh / year.
• Convenient display inside - allows you to accurately control the temperature.

Disadvantages:

• Small freezer - 75 liters.
• Noisy - based on customer reviews.
• 12 months warranty

Best rating from up to $ 300

This segment is closer to the budget segment than the average, so the choice of functions will not differ much. Distinctive features of this segment: No frost, electronic control, large volume, energy saving A +. The rating is compiled taking into account the cost, respectively, at the end there will be more functional models. We have taken the best deals from each manufacturer.

Indesit DF 4180 W and Indesit DFE 4200 W, DF 4181

Produced in our country. Indesit 4000 series have similarities and similar cost around , but there is a significant difference from which it is worth starting. The size of the refrigerator and freezer 4180 W - 227/106 liters. height 180 cm., 4180 W - 253/75 L 200 cm. Depending on your needs, you can choose the appropriate option.

Benefits:

• No frost
• Energy Saving A +
• LED backlight - bright
• Design - look modern
• Great shelving options
• Two drawers of the freshness zone - the smells of vegetables and fruits do not mix.
• Super Freeze Mode - Super Freeze
• Price

Disadvantages:

• Warranty 12 months.
• Electromechanical control - in more expensive models, electronic.
• No temperature indication
• There is no indication of an open door
• Acceptable noise - 70% of buyers report quiet operation, 30% report noise. Apparently everyone has different evaluation criteria. We do not recommend buying an apartment or studio.

The result. Roomy refrigerator for reasonable money with full No frost.

Indesit DF 5200

Paying 2000 - You can purchase the Indesit 5000 Series. Compared to the previous series, you get an electronic temperature control Smart Control and a display with temperature indication. The average cost is $ 310-380

Benefits:

• No frost
• Electronic temperature control Smart Control - several sensors constantly monitor the temperature, helping to avoid differences.
• Temperature display
• Sound indication of an open door
• Supercooling, Superfrost
• Spacious - volume 359l
• Retractable shelves of the freezer, which are fixed stops.
• 2 separate freshness area drawers
• The thought-over shelf for bottles on a door, with fixing.

Disadvantages:

• Noise - almost all No frost refrigerators in the budget segment have this drawback. We would even call it a “feature.” We read all reviews of Yandex Market about this model, there is a factory flaw with a pallet. Here is a quote from one of them: "The plastic water pan touches (or rather falls on the motor, it rattles because of this. Therefore, the husband unscrewed two bolts, lifted the pan higher and secured it again! And that’s all! It works noiselessly, freezes more than qualitatively, very happy with the purchase! ”
• The smell of plastic - only at first. Again, the "feature" of budget models. There is a small life hack - wash the refrigerator with a solution of water and vinegar, the smell disappears almost immediately.
• 12 months limited warranty against competitors.

ATLANT XM 4425-089 ND

A huge refrigerator 206 cm tall and a volume of 342 liters. (314l. Useful volume) from the Belarusian brand. The model is quite new, but has already collected a lot of positive reviews. Cost (marketers know their stuff). The No frost freezing system, which is somewhat unusual for Atlanta, mainly produces hand-type refrigerators.

Benefits:

• No frost.
• Powerful compressor - freezes up to 7kg. per day.
• Super cooling, super freezing, temperature display, timer
• Door open indication
• Vacation mode, child protection
• Well-thought-out ergonomics - 3 shelves rearranged in height, 2 separate drawers in the freshness zone, 4 drawers in the freezer
• Large net volume
• Modern design - similar to the older brothers Samsung and LG
• 3 year warranty

Disadvantages:

• The model is new, there are very few reviews. You should rely only on brand confidence.

Great model in terms of price / quality. You can also pay attention to the XM 4425-069 ND, XM 4521-000 ND, XM 4424-049 ND - about the same thing, with minor differences in the design and volume of cameras. The main functionality of this series is similar, the quality is on the same level.

Liebherr CUsl 2811

Representative of the German brand. We cannot give the TOP of this model, but it is worth mentioning. Average price around . What features are offered at this cost? Absolutely the same thing that Atlant and Indesit offers in their refrigerators until . But here you get a premium brand and high quality materials. It is enough to go into the reviews on the Yandex market, you can immediately see how the manufacturer is attentive to its customers, they respond to each customer, for every review. In terms of functionality, it’s correct to compare with the beginning of our top, so we’ll highlight only the features. Adherents of the brand believe and understand how they overpay.

Features:

• Drip Defrosting System
• class A ++ (174 kWh / year)
• 263l - total volume, a small freezer for 2 drawers 53l.
• Stainless steel handle with integrated push rod
• Material of the refrigerator - stainless steel
• A ++ - 174 kWh / year, saving in the first place
• Signature Bottle Shelf
• Compactness - 55cm. width
• SmartFrost Technology
• It is made in Bulgaria, 24 months. warranty. There is a detailed review on the otzovik https://otzovik.com/review_6087499.html, we recommend that you familiarize yourself, the buyer described in detail the experience of two years of operation. Our editors recommend paying extra and purchase a model from a segment .

Rating of refrigerators from 30

The most interesting price segment. A-brands Samsung, LG, Liebherr, Bosh with decent functionality and excellent quality enter the fight for buyers. It should be noted that Samsung takes the first place in terms of sales, a full leader of the top.

Samsung RB-30 J3200EF

One of the most worthy and affordable offers from the RB-30 series, average price 35. In this series there is a cheaper model on RB-30 J3000WW, different in color and lack of display.

Benefits:

• No frost - a distinctive feature of the manufacturer
• Very quiet 39 dB
• Digital Inverter Inverter Compressor - 10 Years Warranty
• Roomy - 213 l. / 93l. useful volume
• Energy saving A + (272 kWh / year)
• Roomy shelves on the door, lockable medicine drawer, easy slide pull-out shelf, backlighting better than LG, bottle shelf
• Additional functions: display (very informative menu), “vacation” mode, door hanging, door open indication, All-around Cooling uniform temperature distribution, superfreezing
• Quality materials, no odor.
• Great design
• Assembly Poland, 12 months. warranty

Disadvantages:

• 6-egg tray
• No backlight freezer
• Missing ice maker and molds

On sale you can meet the RB-33 J3420BC - stylish black and RB-33 J3200WW, which are more expensive on . Surcharge for height 185cm. and the volume is 328l. Otherwise, there are no differences.

LG GA-B389 SMQZ

A competitor to Samsung's RB-30. Similar features and price 34. The main feature is the presence of an inverter compressor, display, control from a smartphone and No frost. Pay attention to spaciousness, almost all models in this category from LG lose to Samsung.

Benefits:

• Total no frost
• Inverter compressor
• Display, the ability to control from a smartphone
• Additional functions: eco mode, quick freeze, door outweigh, sound indication of an open door, Multi air flow, vacation mode
• Freshness Area with Odor Absorption Filter
• Reliable shelves, quality materials, stainless steel, the presence of two lockable boxes on the door
• Dimensions 59.5 × 64.3 × 173.7 cm, usable volume 261l.
• Economical A ++ 207 kWh / year
• Smart diagnostics, an interesting feature that allows you to call LG support, bring the smartphone to the sensor and it will signal what the breakdown is.
• Quiet operation with inverter compressor

Disadvantages:

• Compared to Samsung RB-30, the capacity is less. 3 liter cans cannot be delivered without removing one shelf.
• Inconvenient shelves on the door, which are separated by a "useless" divider
• Short cable connection
• You can’t put a microwave or TV on top, you can damage the “brains”
• It’s impossible to put in a niche, there is a cooling net in the side walls, the refrigerator will overheat

If you need a model for more, pay attention to the LG GA-B429 SMQZ, the older model of the same series. Price from 38. Dimensions 59.5 × 64.3 × 190.7 cm, 302 liters. The advantages and disadvantages are similar to the GA-B389.

Samsung RB-37 J5200WW

Two-meter giant at a price of 40,000 p. based on Yandex makret data, but in practice it costs 42,000 rubles. Height 201 cm, volume 367l. The benefits are similar to the model above the RB-30 J3200EF, the main difference is the volume. Added additional freshness zone, there are two of them. For the rest, the refrigerator is the same in characteristics as the RB-30 J3200EF, so re-read all the advantages and disadvantages that we wrote above.

Bosch KGN39VL17R

A great option from the German brand. Roomy two-meter model with a useful volume of 315l.A distinctive feature - AirFreshFilter antibacterial filter that removes all odors from the refrigerator. The rest of the functionality is standard.

Benefits:

• No frost
• Volume 315L.
• Additional functions: door hanging, display, electronic temperature control, AirFreshFilter, open door indication, super freezing, super cooling, food storage calendar
• Many shelving options

Disadvantages:

• Noisy
• No separate ice shelf
• Energy class: A. For competitors A + and A ++
• Non-inverter compressor

A very controversial model that loses to LG and Samsung. The brand, although German, is produced in our country.

Liebherr CUwb 3311, Liebherr CUfr 3311

Compact elegant model from the Bulgarian brand. In this segment, this option is the narrowest 55 cm., Height 181 cm, capacity 294 liters. Premium quality, reliability and durability, comfortable pusher handles, but poor technical equipment. Price approx. 37.

Benefits:

• Quality materials
• Stylish appearance, SwingLine design
• SmartFrost - less frost is formed, the refrigerator rarely needs to be defrosted.
• Additional features: door re-hanging, super freezing, super cooling
• Economical A ++
• Quiet thanks to the drip system
• Pusher handles, it is very convenient to open and close
• Production Bulgaria, 2 years warranty.

Disadvantages:

• Drip defrost system
• One regulator per refrigerator and freezer compartment

See also:

• 10 best Atlant refrigerators according to owner reviews
• 10 best refrigerators from according to buyers
• 11 best BEKO refrigerators according to customer opinion
• 15 best Liebherr refrigerators according to customer reviews