TOP 12 best built-in refrigerators according to customer reviews

Built-in refrigerator models are beginning to be in high demand. The difference from the usual freestanding ones in their method of placement is installation in a special niche and masking with a furniture facade. The niche presents a huge variety of models, brands, with modern functions, original design, costing from 18 thousand to .

We ranked the best built-in refrigerators year, which was carefully prepared based on customer reviews and online store sales summaries for the current year. For convenience, the rating is divided into 2 blocks - TOP single-chamber and TOP two-chamber refrigerators.

What is a built-in refrigerator and why is it needed?

Built-in refrigerator - This is a household appliance that is placed in a special cabinet or niche behind a decorative furniture facade. As a rule, this type of device is preferred by those people who value the compliance of every detail with the overall interior design. If you dream of a Provence or Vintage style kitchen, then the modern stylish plastic refrigerator doors will be out of harmony with the rest of the decor. In such a situation, it is better to “hide” your household assistant behind the corresponding facade. Sometimes, the refrigerator is placed not in the kitchen, but in the hallway or office. In such a situation, it is also customary to maintain compliance with all pieces of furniture, and an eye-catching refrigerator is simply placed in a niche and covered with another door.

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Disadvantages and advantages of the built-in refrigerator

Like any appliance, a built-in refrigerator has its pros and cons. Let's take an objective look at each of them. ( See also: Which refrigerators are the quietest and most reliable )

The distinctive advantages include:

• profitability;
• noiselessness of work processes;
• stealth.

Why is the built-in refrigerator economical? Additional walls create enhanced thermal insulation. And you probably know - the less external temperatures affect the device, the longer and more efficiently it works and consumes less electricity.

Plus, the cabinet walls and door muffle the sounds of the compressor, and if your refrigerator is located near the doors of the break room, this is a significant factor.

Well, and the last argument “for” we have already considered - if you are confused by a large white cabinet among the consistent colors of the interior, then start choosing the appropriate model among the samples of built-in appliances.

But, there is one "but". As a rule, built-in refrigerators are much more expensive than their solo counterparts. And not always so roomy. Think about what is more important to you - the appearance or volume of the refrigerating chamber, what is the best way to save money - on the cost or dimensions of the device?

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How to choose the best built-in refrigerator?

Let's take a quick look at the criteria that will help you make a choice in favor of a particular model. After all, you probably made sure that it does not always make sense to overpay for a brand or a huge number of additional functions that, in the end, you will rarely or never use. ( See also: The best two-compartment refrigerators of the year )

So, what parameters do we pay attention to first of all?

1. A type;
2. Volume;
3. Energy class;
4. Defrosting.

By the type of layout, refrigerators are:

• Single-chamber, where the freezer and the refrigerator compartment itself are hidden behind a common door;
• Two-chamber - in which two compartments are separated by different doors: in accordance with the "Asian" scheme, the freezer is located above the refrigerator compartment, according to the "European" scheme, on the contrary - the freezer is located at the bottom of the device.
• Side-by-Side - in such devices, the freezer and refrigerator compartments are placed parallel to each other.
• Three-chambered - one more chamber, the so-called "zero" or "freshness zone". The temperature inside is close to zero. There is a separate door.

The average built-in refrigerator has a volume of 200 to 250 liters. The larger your family, the larger the refrigerator you will need. There are samples and 300-500 liters. But for a summer residence or office, more compact options will also fit - about 100 liters. Believe me, a refrigerator of any size can be built into a furniture cabinet if you order this cabinet specifically for it.

Modern refrigerated cabinets belong to the A-class of energy consumption. However, recently A + or A ++ markings can be found more and more often. These letters predict how much electricity your appliance will need in a year, based on the usable refrigeration volume of the appliance.

If we consider the last criterion, then defrosting in the refrigerator can be:

• Manual - is less and less common, but still requires direct human intervention in the operation of the refrigerator;
• Drip - when moisture condenses and flows into special containers;
• No Frost - when there is no frost at all and defrosting is not required.
• There are also combined models, when the freezer requires manual intervention, and there is a No Frost function in the refrigerator compartment.

What to look for when buying - we told you what criteria you consider decisive - you think, and now we suggest considering the best built-in refrigerators based on the results of the year. The most spacious refrigerated cabinet, the most economical and inexpensive models are gathered in the positions of our review. There are also several 2017 refrigerators that continue to be popular.

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TOP-4 single-chamber built-in refrigerators

Beko BU 1100 HCA

Compact refrigerator with a volume of 128 liters. Dimensions - 600 × 550 × 820 mm. Inside - 3 tempered glass shelves with adjustable height, a container for storing vegetables and fruits with a sliding lid, 2 plastic shelves in the door. Mechanical control. Drip defrosting - the refrigerator defrosts itself, you will only need to carry out preventive cleaning. Energy class - A. Price - .

Pros:

• price;
• compactness;
• energy efficiency;
• antibacterial coating;
• open door sensor;
• simple control;
• tempered glass shelves;
• quiet work;
• warranty - 2 years.

Minuses:

• small volume;
• no freezer;
• drip defrost system - high humidity in the chamber, the need for periodic cleaning.

For its price, the refrigerator is excellent. Suitable for 1-2 people - owners of a small kitchen or for installation in the country. It will be useful for those who have a freezer and look after a small compact built-in refrigerator.

Electrolux ERN 1300 AOW

A worthy competitor to Beko BU 1100 HCA. It has dimensions of 560 × 550 × 815 mm - a little less than the previous participant in the rating, but in the case of built-in appliances it matters. Of the differences:

• Climatic class ST - the refrigerator can be used without problems at temperatures from +18 to +38 ° C;
• energy consumption class - A + (energy saving - 5-10%);
• the top shelf in the door has a cover;
• separate shelf for storing eggs.

Price - .

Pros:

• compactness;
• ergonomics;
• energy efficiency;
• antibacterial coating;
• open door sensor;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• quiet work.

Minuses:

• small volume;
• no freezer;
• drip defrost system - high humidity in the chamber, the need for periodic cleaning.

Nice refrigerator, but is it worth the money if the price of Beko BU 1100 HCA is almost less, but does it assume the same functionality? Rather not: in this case, the savings will be appropriate. If the brand is important, you are a fan of Electrolux, the ERN 1300 AOW is for you.

Liebherr IK 3520

325 liter refrigerator of a well-known German manufacturer. Dimensions - 560 × 550 × 1772 mm. Spacious, has 7 tempered glass shelves, 6 of which are height adjustable, 1 foldable, 2 BioCool containers for storing vegetables with humidity control, 5 door shelves. Control - electromechanical, with child protection function. There is an LED display that shows the temperature in the chamber. The model uses proprietary brand technologies:

1. SuperCool - fast food cooling. After activating the mode, the temperature in the chamber will drop to 2 degrees and will be maintained at this level for 12 hours, then the refrigerator will return to normal operation.
2. PowerCooling - even distribution of cold air thanks to a built-in fan - the temperature is the same on all refrigerator shelves, which prolongs the shelf life of food.

Price - .

Pros:

• large volume;
• ergonomics;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• quiet work;
• energy consumption class - A ++;
• proprietary technologies: BioCool, SuperCool, PowerCooling;
• LED lightening;
• door open alarm;
• protection from children;
• LED display

Minuses:

• price;
• no freezer;
• drip defrosting system - high humidity in the chamber and the need for periodic cleaning;
• “Child protection” is useless in practice: the control panel is located high, children will not get there;
• if installed incorrectly, noise appears;
• vegetables in the BioCool compartment may freeze, it takes time to adapt to the correct use of the function.

A huge refrigerator for a large family. Its main disadvantage is the price: it is comparable to top-end two-chamber free-standing models and even inexpensive Side by side models. Think, maybe it's better to buy such equipment? If you are sure that you need a large built-in refrigerator, then the Liebherr IK 3520 is a good solution. The main thing is to install it correctly, to learn how to use additional functionality.

Bosch KIR81AF20R

In terms of dimensions and volume, it is identical to the Liebherr IK 3520 (560 × 550 × 1770 mm / 319 l). In terms of functionality and internal design, it is the same. There is a metal shelf for bottles, there is 1 less shelf in the door, and only one vegetable container is equipped with the likeness of the BioCool function. How critical this difference is is an individual issue, as is the difference in price. This refrigerator costs .

Pros:

• large volume;
• ergonomics;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• quiet work;
• energy consumption class - A ++;
• uniform distribution of air throughout the chamber;
• LED lightening;
• door open alarm;
• LED display

Minuses:

• price;
• no freezer;
• drip defrosting system - high humidity in the chamber and the need for periodic cleaning.

A good refrigerator of a famous German brand. Is it worth the money - you decide.I recommend saving and buying the Liebherr IK 3520, which with similar functionality costs almost cheaper.

TOP-8 two-compartment built-in refrigerators

ATLANT XM 4307-000

Refrigerator from a Belarusian manufacturer with a volume of 248 liters: 168 - refrigerating, 80 liters - freezer (located at the bottom). Dimensions - 540 × 560 × 1780 mm. There are 3 drawers in the freezer. Freezing capacity - 3.5 kg. Manual defrosting. The refrigerator compartment has 4 tempered glass shelves (adjustable in height 3), a drawer for vegetables and fruits, 4 shelves in the door. Defrosting - drip. Energy class - A. Price - .

Pros:

• price;
• large freezer;
• energy efficiency;
• insensitive to voltage drops;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term preservation of cold in the absence of power supply;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• warranty period - 3 years;
• inexpensive components and spare parts.

Minuses:

• manual defrosting of the freezer - you have to defrost it at least once a year;
• low freezing power;
• no freshness zone;
• the condensate drain hole is sometimes blocked;
• noise during operation - in the silence you can hear the hum of the compressor, the clicks of the relay;
• it is inconvenient to get a drawer for vegetables and fruits;
• backlash of a door;
• insufficient set of fittings for embedding;
• fragile freezer drawers.

A good refrigerator in terms of "price-quality" ratio without additional options and with its own shortcomings, which can be forgiven taking into account the price. He performs his direct task perfectly: the manufacturer guarantees the correct operation of the model for 3 years. If you are looking for the most affordable recessed refrigerator for a family of 2-3 people, ATLANT XM 4307-000 is what you need.

Weissgauff WRKI 2801 MD

A German brand refrigerator with a volume of 310 liters, 80 of which are in the freezer. Defrosting the freezer - manual, refrigeration - drip. In the refrigerator compartment there are 4 shelves of tempered glass (3 are adjustable in height), 2 drawers for vegetables, fruits, 3 shelves in the door. The freezer has 3 pull-out drawers. Freezing capacity - up to 5 kg / day. Management - electromechanical. Additional functions include fast freezing. Energy class - A. Price - .

Pros:

• large freezer;
• spacious refrigeration compartment;
• energy efficiency;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term cold preservation in the absence of power supply;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work.

Minuses:

• manual defrosting of the freezer;
• no freshness zone;
• egg tray in a set for only 8 pieces;
• problems with reversing the door - the bolts are too tight.

A good refrigerator without additional functionality. Its volume is enough for a family of 2–4 people, if you do not need to freeze a large amount of food. To save and buy ATLANT XM 4307-000 is based on a maximum of 3 people, it will not be enough for 4 of its volume.

Indesit B 18 A1 D / I

The total volume of this model is 275 liters (195 + 80). Ergonomics of the internal space - 5 shelves (adjustable in height - 4) made of glass, a container for fruits and vegetables, 3 shelves on the door. There are 3 transparent drawers in the freezer. Freezing capacity - 3.5 kg / day. In terms of defrosting method and functionality, it is identical to ATLANT XM 4307-000. Energy class - A +. Price - .

Pros:

• large volume;
• energy efficiency;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term cold preservation in the absence of power supply;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening.

Minuses:

• fragile freezer drawers;
• manual defrosting of the freezer;
• no freshness zone;
• low reliability. Several users at once complain about the rapid failure of the compressor;
• poor quality of sealing rubber;
• noisy work;
• no egg tray included.

The volume of the refrigerator is enough for a family of 2-3 people. There will be little space for storing food for four.Based on this position, I recommend the Gorenje RKI 4182 E1 model for a small family - judging by user reviews, it is more reliable, and for 3-4 people - Weissgauff WRKI 2801 MD or more expensive. I do not recommend buying Indesit B 18 A1 D / I because of complaints about the “heart” of the refrigerator - the compressor.

Gorenje RKI 4182 E1

The refrigerator is originally from Slovenia, which in terms of functionality and dimensions is comparable to ATLANT XM 4307-000. It is slightly larger in volume - 260 liters (189 + 71), but in practice it is almost imperceptible. Has 5 shelves, 4 of which are adjustable in height, a metal shelf for storing bottles and 3 in the door. Energy class - A ++. This is where the differences end. Price - .

Pros:

• spacious refrigeration compartment;
• energy efficiency;
• ergonomics;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term cold preservation in the absence of power supply;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work.

Minuses:

• price;
• small freezer;
• manual defrosting of the freezer;
• low freezing power;
• no freshness zone.

The refrigerator is for those who love silence - it works quietly, it cools well. At the same time, for those who are not critical of a little noise, there is a budget alternative ATLANT XM 4307-000 - order saving ... But electricity bills will grow by 10-15%, therefore, taking into account the constantly growing cost of 1 kW / hour, savings in the future will be partially leveled.

Liebherr ICUS 3324

It differs from all previous two-chamber models in the rating:

• SmartFrost freezer defrosting technology - the process of ice formation takes twice as long. Therefore, it is required to defrost the camera a maximum of 2 times a year, and most housewives do this once a year;
• the presence of an LED display with temperature indication;
• the presence of the "Superfreeze" function;
• greater power of freezing - 6 kg / day;
• uniform distribution of cold air inside the chamber - keeps food fresh longer, has a minimal temperature difference between the upper and lower shelves.

Volume - 274 l (194 + 80). Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment - drip. Management - electronic. Energy class - A ++. Price - .

Pros:

• build quality;
• large freezer;
• ice builds up in the freezer more slowly than competitors;
• energy efficiency;
• even distribution of air in the chamber;
• power of freezing;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work.

Minuses:

• price;
• no freshness zone;
• sometimes ice forms on the wall of the refrigerator compartment;
• there is no closer and open door signaling device.

A good refrigerator for those who are willing to give up savings in favor of greater productivity (freezing power, dynamic air distribution) and rare defrosting of the freezer compartment. The quality of the brand's equipment deserves the highest praise. The refrigerator will justify its price with a long service life. If its price is high for you, pay attention to Gorenje RKI 4182 E1.

Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E

The volume of this refrigerator is 308 liters (228 + 80). The ergonomics of the cameras are thought out to the smallest detail. In the freezer, in addition to two large drawers, there is a freezer shelf. Its dimensions are small, but given the freezing capacity of the model (3.5 kg / day), this is logical. In the refrigerator compartment there are 5 shelves (4 of them are height adjustable), a box for storing vegetables and fruits, 4 overhead shelves. There is a system of active air circulation inside the chamber - food stays fresh longer. Defrosting of the refrigeration unit is drip, freezers - manual. Convenient electronic control, temperature indication. Energy class - A +. Dimensions - 540 × 540 × 1930 mm. Price - .

Pros:

• ergonomics;
• large volume;
• large freezer;
• energy efficiency;
• long-term cold preservation in the absence of power supply;
• even distribution of air in the chamber;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work.

Minuses:

• price;
• no freshness zone;
• manual defrosting of the freezer;
• low freezing power.

If the price does not bother you, this refrigerator is an excellent choice for a family of 2–4 people. The volume of the freezer may, of course, not be enough, but in the case of built-in appliances there is no reason to hope for more. A cheaper alternative would be Weissgauff WRKI 2801 MD.

Whirlpool ART 9811 / A ++ / SF

StopFrost freezer defrosting system is fundamentally different from Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E - a technology in which all condensate is collected on a removable metal plate at the top of the freezer compartment, which must be periodically removed to remove frost. According to the comments of real users, this is needed no more than 1 time per year, and the procedure itself takes no more than 10 minutes. The model has the functions of "Superfrost", "Protection from children", with touch control and the "Vacation" mode - this is an energy-saving technology to maintain the maximum allowable temperature in the chamber during the absence of the owner for a long time. The volume, dimensions and ergonomics are similar to the Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E, so I don’t see the point of stopping at them and I propose to immediately go to the advantages and disadvantages of the model for.

Pros:

• ergonomics;
• antibacterial coating of the chamber;
• large volume;
• large freezer;
• defrost Stop Frost;
• energy efficiency;
• uniform distribution of air in the chamber;
• simple operation;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• silent work;
• child protection;
• Vacation mode.

Minuses:

• price;
• no freshness zone;
• low power freezing;
• there is no egg tray included;
• no door open alarm.

Refrigerator for 2–4 people, convenient to use. It does not require defrosting; it is possible to remove the formed ice without shutting down the compressor. There is additional functionality. Comparing it to Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E, overpayment in I think justified.

Samsung BRB260030WW

The "heart" of this refrigerator with a volume of 267 liters (195 + 72) is an inverter compressor. Its advantages:

• automatic speed selection depending on the set temperature;
• the ability to maintain a constant temperature with an accuracy of 1 degree;
• large resource of productivity. The manufacturer gives a 10 year warranty on such motors.

The refrigerator has 2 independent cooling circuits, which allows you to adjust the temperature in both chambers with an accuracy of 1 degree. This is facilitated by the defrosting No Frost and the proprietary All-Around Cooling air circulation system. There is a freshness zone, a metal shelf for bottles, and a free-standing Easy Slide shelf is provided in the freezer for freezing and storing food. The power of freezing is 9 kg / day - an excellent indicator for built-in appliances. There is a “Quick Freeze” mode. There are "Protection from children" and the "Vacation" mode. Price - .

Pros:

• inverter compressor;
• ergonomics;
• antibacterial coating of the chamber;
• high power freezing;
• defrosting No Frost;
• energy efficiency;
• uniform distribution of air in the chamber;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• silent work;
• child protection;
• Vacation mode.

Minuses:

• price;
• small volume of the freezer;
• "Protection from children" is useless in practice: the control panel is located high, children will not get;
• at minimum temperatures in the refrigerator (below +3 ⁰C) vegetables are frozen in a box - not to say that it is very critical, but there is such a feature, and it must be taken into account.

The price of the refrigerator is high only at first glance. If you understand the functionality, you will notice that such models of non-built-in appliances have about the same price tag, and embedded models of other branded manufacturers are more expensive. This refrigerator is designed for a family of 2-3 people with a studio apartment. It is worth considering the small amount of freezer. If you freeze a lot, it is better to take a free-standing freezer. There are good built-in options for such a technique. Some users buy two devices at once and install them side by side, getting the likeness of a Side-by-side refrigerator.

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