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 750 thousand rubles.

We have compiled a rating of the best built-in refrigerators in 2019, which was carefully prepared based on customer reviews and sales summaries of online stores for the current year. For convenience, the rating is divided into 2 blocks - TOP single-compartment and TOP double-compartment refrigerators.

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

Built-in refrigerator 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 appropriate facade. Sometimes, the refrigerator is placed not in the kitchen, but in the hallway or in the 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 so economical? Additional walls provide 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 wardrobe among the consistent colors of the interior, then start choosing a suitable 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 use rarely or never. ( See also: The best dual-compartment refrigerators of 2019 )

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 arrangement, 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 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 this cabinet is ordered specifically for it.

Modern refrigerated cabinets belong to the A-class of energy consumption. However, in recent years it is increasingly possible to find A + or A ++ markings. 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 at the end of 2019. 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 there are 3 tempered glass shelves with height adjustment, a container for storing vegetables and fruits with a retractable 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 - 17,700 rubles.

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 defrosting system - high humidity in the chamber, the need for periodic cleaning.

The refrigerator is excellent for its price. Suitable for 1-2 people - owners of a small kitchen or for installation in the country. It will be useful to those who have a freezer and are looking 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 - slightly less than the previous rating participant, but in the case of built-in appliances, this matters. Differences:

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

Price - 27,300 rubles.

Pros:

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

Minuses:

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

A good refrigerator, but is it worth the money if the price of Beko BU 1100 HCA is almost 10 thousand rubles less, and it offers the same functionality? Rather not: in this case, the savings will be appropriate. If the brand is important and you are an Electrolux fan, the ERN 1300 AOW model will suit you.

Liebherr IK 3520

Refrigerator with a volume of 325 liters from a famous 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 the normal operating mode.
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 - 55,700 rubles.

Pros:

• large volume;
• ergonomics;
• simple control;
• 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 may freeze and take time to adjust to the correct use of the function.

A huge refrigerator for a large family. Its main disadvantage is the price: it is comparable to the top two-chamber free-standing models and even to inexpensive Side by side models. Think, maybe it is 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, in the door there is 1 less shelf, and only one container for vegetables is equipped with the BioCool function. How critical this difference is is an individual question, as is the difference in price. This refrigerator costs 61,990 rubles.

Pros:

• large volume;
• ergonomics;
• simple control;
• tempered glass shelves;
• quiet work;
• energy consumption class - A ++;
• even 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. Whether it is worth the money is up to you. I recommend saving money and buying Liebherr IK 3520, which with the same functionality costs almost 5 thousand rubles 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. The freezer has 3 drawers. Freezing capacity - 3.5 kg. Manual defrosting.The refrigerator compartment has 4 tempered glass shelves (3 adjustable in height), a drawer for vegetables and fruits, 4 shelves in the door. Defrosting - drip. Energy class - A. Price - 20,200 rubles.

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 control;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• warranty period - 3 years;
• inexpensive components and spare parts.

Minuses:

• manual defrosting of the freezer - you have to defrost at least once a year;
• low freezing power;
• no freshness zone;
• the condensate drain hole is sometimes clogged;
• 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;
• door play;
• 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 budgetary built-in refrigerator for a family of 2-3 people, ATLANT XM 4307-000 is what you need.

Weissgauff WRKI 2801 MD

Refrigerator of a German brand with a volume of 310 liters, 80 of which are in the freezer. Defrosting of the freezer - manual, refrigeration - drip. The refrigerator compartment has 4 tempered glass shelves (3 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. The control is electromechanical. Additional functions include fast freezing. Energy class - A. Price - 28 thousand rubles.

Pros:

• large freezer;
• spacious refrigeration compartment;
• energy efficiency;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term preservation of cold in the absence of power supply;
• simple control;
• 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 with no 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. Saving and buying ATLANT XM 4307-000 is based on a maximum of 3 people, for 4 it will not be enough.

Indesit B 18 A1 D / I

The total volume of this model is 275 liters (195 + 80). Ergonomics of the internal space - 5 glass shelves (adjustable in height - 4), a container for vegetables and fruits, 3 shelves on the door. The freezer has 3 pull-out transparent drawers. 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 - 30,300 rubles.

Pros:

• large volume;
• energy efficiency;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term preservation of cold in the absence of power supply;
• simple control;
• 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.It 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 - 33,900 rubles.

Pros:

• spacious refrigeration compartment;
• energy efficiency;
• ergonomics;
• high-quality freezing of products;
• long-term preservation of cold in the absence of power supply;
• simple control;
• 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 - savings of about 13 thousand rubles. But electricity bills will grow by 10-15%, therefore, taking into account the constantly growing cost of 1 kWh, savings in the future will be partially leveled.

Liebherr ICUS 3324

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

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

Volume - 274 l (194 + 80). Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment - drip. Management is electronic. Energy class - A ++. Price - 42,500 rubles.

Pros:

• build quality;
• large freezer;
• ice builds up in the freezer more slowly than competitors;
• energy efficiency;
• even distribution of air in the chamber;
• freezing power;
• simple control;
• 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 ready to give up savings in favor of higher performance (freezing power, dynamic air distribution) and occasional 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). 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 refrigerating unit is drip, freezers - manual. Convenient electronic control, temperature display. Energy class - A +. Dimensions - 540 × 540 × 1930 mm. Price - 50,700 rubles.

Pros:

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

Minuses:

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

If you are not confused by the price, then 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, one cannot hope for more. A cheaper, good alternative would be the Weissgauff WRKI 2801 MD.

Whirlpool ART 9811 / A ++ / SF

It fundamentally differs from Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E in the StopFrost freezer defrosting system - 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 ice. According to the comments of real users, this is needed no more than once a year, and the procedure itself takes no more than 10 minutes. The model has the functions of "Super freeze", "Child protection", with touch control and "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 see no point in dwelling on them and I propose to go straight to the advantages and disadvantages of the model for 55,900 rubles.

Pros:

• ergonomics;
• antibacterial coating of the camera;
• large volume;
• large freezer;
• defrost Stop Frost;
• energy efficiency;
• even distribution of air in the chamber;
• simple control;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work;
• protection from children;
• "Vacation" mode.

Minuses:

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

Refrigerator for 2-4 people, easy to use. It does not require defrosting; you can remove the formed ice without turning off the compressor. There is additional functionality. Comparing it with Hotpoint-Ariston B 20 A1 DV E, I consider the overpayment of 5 thousand rubles to be justified.

Samsung BRB260030WW

The heart of this 267 l (195 + 72) refrigerator 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;
• great resource of productivity. The manufacturer gives a 10-year warranty for such motors.

The refrigerator has 2 independent cooling circuits, which allows you to regulate the temperatures in both chambers with an accuracy of 1 degree. This is facilitated by No Frost defrosting and the proprietary All-Around Cooling air circulation system. There is a freshness zone, a metal shelf for bottles, and in the freezer there is an Easy Slide pull-out shelf for freezing and storing food. The freezing capacity is 9 kg / day - an excellent indicator for built-in appliances. There is a "Fast Freeze" mode. "Childproofing" and "Vacation" mode are provided. Price - 57,200 rubles.

Pros:

• inverter compressor;
• ergonomics;
• antibacterial coating of the camera;
• high freezing power;
• defrosting No Frost;
• energy efficiency;
• even distribution of air in the chamber;
• tempered glass shelves;
• LED lightening;
• quiet work;
• protection from children;
• "Vacation" mode.

Minuses:

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

The price of a refrigerator is high only at first glance. If you look at the functionality, you will notice that such models of non-built-in appliances have about the same price tag, and built-in samples from other brand 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 volume of the freezer. If you freeze a lot, it's best to get a free-standing freezer. There are good built-in options for this technique. Some users buy two devices at once and install them side by side, getting a kind of Side-by-side refrigerator.

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