Features of choosing a quality freezer

Types of products

Freezers are divided into 2 types: vertical and horizontal( also called lari).Let's dwell on each of them in detail for the right choice.

• Vertical

Looks like the product as a standard refrigerated cabinet, in size it can be very diverse( 50 cm - 2 m).Inside the freezer is divided into special compartments. It is very convenient for storing products, because in each department you can freeze something of your own. This is also true if you want, say, to send fish and fruits to the cabinet. Agree that the combination of odors will be, to put it mildly, not appetizing. In a vertical freezer, the sections are isolated from each other, so if you decide to choose this option, there will not be any mixing of fragrances.

• Horizontal

Choosing a horizontal freezer has its advantages. It will be cheaper at a price and more compact than its vertical "brother".The space in such a chamber is occupied by lattice boxes, which can be easily obtained from the "freezer".The volume of the chest will be larger than that of the freezer, while keeping it convenient in the pantry or in the summer kitchen at the cottage. We recommend this option for people who do not have enough free space at home.

There are no separate sections in the lacquer, therefore there will be no isolation of odors between the products in it. However, if you need to choose a product for storing meat, this species will be the best! Especially in it it is possible to store rather large pieces without preliminary cutting.

Important characteristics of

To choose a good and quality freezer in 2016, you need to carefully study all the parameters. The volume, capacity, class of freezing and energy consumption are the factors that should be taken into consideration when buying a product.

• Freezing class

The frost is classified according to the minimum temperature that a freezer can achieve. When choosing a freezer, pay attention to the number of stars that each model is labeled. It should be remembered that each star equals -6 degrees. It is believed that the home use is enough 3-4 stars.

• Volume of

The volume of the freezer can be from 100 to 500 liters. A standard family of 3-4 people can choose a product for 150-250 liters, this will be enough for winter harvesting and storage of meat. In any case, everything is at your discretion.

• Power

The power of the device is measured in kilograms of frozen foods per day. There are freezers with a capacity of 5 to 25 kg / day. Here everything is again individually. The more you intend to use the product, the higher the power. For an average family of 3 people will be enough 6-10 kg / day.

• Power consumption

When choosing a product, do not forget that we are dealing with an electrical appliance that will work almost all the time. Given the constant increase in electricity prices, the correct option will be to find out the energy consumption level of the model you are going to choose.

On each freezer you can see the letters from "A" to "E".This is the energy consumption class, from the most economical version( with the letter "A" or "A +") to less efficient( respectively, the letter "E").Deep-freezers with a low energy consumption class are slightly higher in price, however, as you understand, this difference will very quickly be repulsed, therefore we recommend that you stop the choice on such products.

Additional parameters

When choosing the best freezer, you need to take into account all the nuances and features. In modern models there are interesting additional parameters that may be useful to you. So, if you are going to choose a modern high-quality product, pay attention to all the functions.

• Climate class

Most likely you will encounter SN and N freezers, such models are common in countries with a moderate climate and guarantee operation at an ambient temperature of up to 32 degrees Celsius. If you need an apparatus for higher temperatures, it is advisable to select ST and T classes that can provide good performance even in conditions of 43 degrees Celsius.

• Autosave of cold

If there are problems with electricity in your house, it is highly recommended to choose a freezer with the function "Autosave cold".In the absence of electricity, the freezer will be able to keep the cold for up to 2 days( the temperature will be at least -10 ° C).

• Extra-freezing

When laying a new product in the freezer, the temperature rises sharply, which can be harmful to the rest of the food. In order that this does not happen, for a couple of hours before the advent of fresh provisions, turn on the program of quick freezing( it is in almost all models).Thus, the temperature in the chamber will drop and when there is a new product there will be no sharp changes.

• Defrosting

If you are tired of defrosting the freezer in the refrigerator and cleaning it from ice, we recommend that you select the No Frost product. It does not appear frost and turn it off will only need to wash. The only drawback of this freezer is the dehydration of products due to dry freezing, so it will be necessary to store all food in a sealed package.

A little bit about the brands

Which freezer is better for quality and price? Customer feedback is not the same, because everyone has their own criteria. Now there is a huge selection of good brands of home appliances that represent freezers for every taste. Almost in each rating, associated with refrigerators and freezers, you will find firms Liebher, Bosch and Indesit. This is a quality technique, which can even be selected in the b / u version. It will last you a long time and will be able to freeze not one kilogram of delicious food.

As for freezers of economy class, the domestic producers Atlant and Saratov received good reviews. By characteristics, they are no worse than foreign "giants".while their cost is quite pleasing. Also, the Chinese company Shivaki earned a good reputation among inexpensive freezers for the house. This compact variant is recommended to choose for a small family that appreciates free space. There are suitable varieties for a summer residence or an office.

Popular models of

We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the most popular models of freezers. In the list we presented 5 freezers optimal in price and quality. If you still do not decide for yourself which model to choose, you can think about buying one of the options listed below.

Liebherr GN 4113 .The leading brand has released a fairly interesting model, which has a class of energy consumption A ++, there is No Frost and a pen with a pusher. The volume of the chamber is 406 liters, so it is recommended to choose such a freezer for a large family or for production purposes. In the best traditions of the Liebher, the door can be outweighed so that it opens in the other direction.

Bosch GSN36VW20 .Approximately for the same price( 65 thousand rubles), you can choose an alternative option from Bosch. The difference is only in the volume of the camera( 237 liters) and the energy consumption class( A +).The price of a freezer fully justifies, therefore in its choice it makes sense.

Vestfrost VF 320 H. A cheaper model, but it has a lot of positive reviews on the Internet. The quality of Vestfrost is also high. Of the significant differences from previous versions, it is possible to distinguish manual defrosting and electromechanical control. Otherwise, this model is quiet, compact, attractive( silver color fits perfectly in any interior).

ATLANT M 7184-003. Also applies to budget models, so there is no particular criticism. Works quietly, durable, neat design, economical and to the same roomy. Optimal in the price / quality category.

Saratov 104( MKSH-300) .As we already noted above, the domestic manufacturer produces quite reliable freezers. If you want to choose an inexpensive freezer for your home, pay attention to this option. Energy efficiency class B, which is acceptable. In addition, there is a super-frosting mode. In general, its price( slightly more than 20 thousand rubles) fully justifies).

How to choose a freezer for your home in 2016 You can also learn from this video:

Now you know exactly how to choose a freezer for your home and which is better in quality! Enjoying healthy food is so easy at any time of the year, if you get a decent alternative to small "freezers" in refrigerators. The main thing is to take seriously to the right choice of the necessary household appliances!

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