The best built-in refrigerators in 2020 from renowned manufacturers

Refrigerator - kitchen appliances are essential. Because it keeps food fresh for a long time, cools prepared meals and drinks, and allows you to make supplies. Moreover, the device must be reliable, roomy and inexpensive.

Housewives also have high demands on the design of popular appliances. Especially when the kitchen is connected to the living room. In such cases, it is better for household appliances not to stand out. If you want to make a room beautiful, practical and functional, there is nothing better than built-in appliances. We'll talk about the best built-in refrigerators below.

What is a built-in refrigerator

The kitchen unit is placed in a special cabinet or niche behind a decorative furniture facade. Thanks to this trick, the refrigerator is invisible to prying eyes. The decorative panels, behind which the technology is hidden, are selected according to the design in accordance with the style of the room.

They are attached to the "native" refrigerator doors without gaps and scratches on the device. You can guess about the presence of equipment in the room only by the ventilation hole. The built-in refrigerator is useful for kitchens decorated in Provence or vintage style. If you put the usual model, then the plastic doors will be out of harmony with the situation. Built-in appliances, hidden by decorative panels, are a real salvation when the refrigerator has to huddle in the hallway or in the office. He will not be an eyesore to guests and visitors.

Features of embedded technology

The refrigerator can be fully or partially built-in. The types differ in that, in the first case, the device is completely hidden, and in the second, the front panel is not decorated. Usually double doors are used with built-in appliances. The facade (decorative panel) is fixed with:

• runners when the door slides along the guides;
• conventional hinges.

Refrigerators with reversible doors are gaining popularity, since such a facade provides more opportunities for its placement.

Partially built-in appliances are in no less demand. The popularity of the models is easily explained by the variety of shades of the front panel. Therefore, it will be possible to find a suitable refrigerator in quality and price, which will fit into the overall style of the kitchen. If the room is decorated in a modern or Hi-Tech style, then you should take a closer look at refrigerators with a red or black lacquered finish.

The technique also differs in volume, from 10 to 500 liters. The difference between a freestanding refrigerator and a built-in refrigerator is size. The former will always surpass the latter in size, even if the useful functions are the same.

Pros and cons of a built-in refrigerator

If you are going to purchase equipment, you need to think not only about which company to buy, but also get acquainted with the pros and cons of the device itself. The benefits of a built-in refrigerator include:

• profitability.Reinforced thermal insulation is created due to additional walls. This means that external temperatures do not affect the refrigerator as much. Consequently, the appliance works longer with less energy consumption.
• noiselessness. The sounds of work processes muffle the cabinet walls and door. When the refrigerator is in the kitchen-living room, it is not always convenient to hear it rattling.
• stealth. Again, if two rooms are connected, a large white box will not look the best.
• normal care, in which the inside of the appliance and the doors are wiped with a damp cloth without detergents and wiped dry.

The technique also has its disadvantages - the best models with sophisticated functions are much more expensive than their solo counterparts. You can find budget options, but still their prices will be several times higher than for free-standing refrigerators. What is more important aesthetics or economy of finances, everyone decides with their own mind.

How to choose a built-in refrigerator

The technique should be looked for not only in terms of price or size, but also take into account the recommendations of those who have already purchased a built-in device. Then it will be possible to minimize selection errors. If mistakes do occur, they will be new and will be transformed into actual advice “what equipment should not be bought”.

The main criteria for choosing built-in appliances coincide with the general principles of searching for conventional devices. This category includes:

• volume and number of chambers;
• layout type;
• energy class;
• defrosting.

To determine the approximate volume of the refrigerator, you need to take into account the number of family members, their diet, whether there is a need to stock up on food for a long time. The more the taste preferences of family members differ, the more overall equipment is needed. The refrigerator will have to be selected with a refrigerator and freezer, a freshness zone (dry or wet), all kinds of coasters and containers.

What to find out before going to the store, what are the refrigerators by type of layout. They may be:

• single-chamber, in which the freezer and the general compartment are hidden by one door;
• two-chamber - two compartments and two different doors;
• Side-by-Side, in which the freezer and refrigerator are placed parallel to each other;
• with an "Asian" scheme, where the freezer is located above the refrigerator;
• with the "European scheme", where the freezer is located inside the refrigerator

The appliance may not have a freezer at all. Then you will have to buy it separately (if necessary) and place it on the side or on top. Modern built-in refrigerators are available in energy efficiency class A, A +, A ++ or A +++. By letters you can understand how much electricity the device will "eat" in a year. Class A is considered the most energy efficient.

When choosing a device, you should pay attention to the type of defrosting, which happens:

• manual, requiring human intervention in work, it is less and less common;
• with a drip system, in this case the moisture is liquefied and collected in a special container;
• No Frost, when frost does not even appear, there is no need to defrost the refrigerator.

There is also a combined option, when you have to look after the freezer personally, and the refrigerator compartment is provided with the No Frost function.

Electronic control is the most popular, but it is not always convenient in a built-in refrigerator. Since the control panels are usually located on the front door. If decorative panels are used, they will cover the desired buttons. Without a panel, the idea is to make the refrigerator inconspicuous to fail. Therefore, you have to make a choice between mechanical or electronic, but with a panel located inside the device, control.

Before grabbing the first device that comes across, you should study its characteristics and description. The depth, width and height of the existing niche may not correspond to the parameters of the model you like. The second question to ask is how much the device costs. The question of price is especially relevant when the owners strive for a harmonious combination of all components of the kitchen. At the same time, you should choose a device not by brand, but by its functionality, maintainability and durability.

Top brands and popular models

If we take an average refrigerator, then the manufacturer offers devices from 200 to 250 liters. But you can find equipment for 300-500 liters. For an office or a summer cottage, according to buyers, a small refrigerator of about 100 liters is suitable.

If the kitchen set is made to order, then the size of the niche can be adjusted to any model. Usually the width of the appliance varies from 15 to 150 cm, but the most popular refrigerator is 50-60 cm.

Not all major brands make built-in refrigerators. For example, Samsung and Indesit are limited to conventional technology. Of the popular manufacturers that regularly receive positive reviews, it is worth noting:

• LG;
• Atlant;
• Bosch;
• Whirlpool.

The rating includes other well-known companies like Siemens. Despite this, their sales are not so huge. However, the companies are not very worried about the profit, since the average price of a built-in refrigerator is several times higher than the cost of a conventional model.

The best built-in refrigerators in 2020

Given the variety of models and manufacturers, it is easy to get confused. The rating of quality refrigerators will tell you which one is better to buy and what to look for, the average price, advantages and disadvantages.

Most models have a durable plastic outer surface material, and shelves are made of either tempered glass or plastic.

Atlant XM 4307-000

From the category of inexpensive, but reliable refrigerators, this model can be distinguished. A freezer with three drawers is located at the bottom. A two-compartment refrigerator consumes energy economically (about 288 kWh per year).

The shelves are made of impact-resistant glass and the outer surface is made of lightweight and durable plastic. The refrigerator does not shine with a super unusual design, but it will last a long time. If the device breaks down, spare parts are found quickly and service is inexpensive.

• The internal organization is well thought out;
• The height of the shelves can be adjusted;
• Easy installation;
• Easy to understand management and operation;
• There is protection against tipping over on doors and shelves;
• Super freeze function is provided;
• In the event of a power outage, the optimum temperature is maintained for 16 hours;
• Virtually no noise;
• It freezes well even at +32 degrees.

• There is no freshness zone;
• Frost forms in the freezer;
• Fragile freezers;
• No Frost is missing;
• In some instances, a noisy compressor is installed.

Average price: 17 870 rubles.

BEKO CBI 7771

A relatively inexpensive refrigerator with a classic design and good functionality. Food is cooled quickly and evenly thanks to the multi-stream air circulation.

The device absorbs approximately 274 kWh / year per year. The surfaces inside the refrigerator are treated with an antibacterial coating.

• Acceptable price;
• High quality for built-in refrigerator;
• Compactness;
• Autonomous work up to 13 hours in the absence of electricity;
• There is a freshness zone.

• The freezer volume is only 49 liters.

Average price: 27,305 rubles.

Bosch KUR15A50

A single-chamber fridge without a freezer is ideal for singles or small families who don't bother with cooking. The appliance can be installed under a worktop 82 cm high.

The refrigerator has two trays for vegetables / fruits and for sausages / milk. Food can also be laid out on the door. The refrigerator has an electromechanical control.

• Works quietly;
• Compactness;
• Removable shelves;
• You can install it yourself by reading the instructions.

• Not suitable for people with back pain, the elderly;
• There is no grate for horizontal storage of bottles;
• Inconvenient size of the top shelf on the door. While standing it is impossible to see what lies on the bottom;
• Overpriced for such a refrigerator, but Bosch couldn't be otherwise.

Average price: 42,990 rubles.

Whirlpool ART 9810 / A +

The refrigerator from a familiar and time-tested brand received biased and contradictory reviews. Claims are often caused by incorrect installation due to non-compliance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Therefore, in order for the device to demonstrate all its functions and work for a long time, you should read the instructions and view the overview on it.The rest of the refrigerator boasts a spaciousness, a proprietary cooling system and 6th Sense Fresh Control automatic humidity control.

• Electronic control;
• Indoor LED lighting;
• Silent work;
• Fast cooling and freezing mode.

• manual defrosting;
• there is no zero freshness zone ActivO;
• the price is high in relation to the functionality.

Average price: 53,880 rubles.

LG GR-N309 LLB

A popular model from the top line of the South Korean brand. The refrigerator is equipped with a Total No Frost system, so that condensation does not form on the inner walls, and you can say goodbye to manual defrosting.

The manufacturer has provided a useful addition - the Miracle Zone compartment, in which you can select the temperature regime. Need to keep your fruit fresh? Set to +3 degrees. The internal organization is well thought out, but the capacity is poor. Keeps cold automatically for up to 12 hours.

• automatic defrosting system;
• electronic control with LED display;
• there is an alarm in case of an open door;
• there is a "super freeze" mode;
• silent work;
• multi-stream cooling Multi Air Flow;
• container with a lid Moist Balance Crisper for vegetables.

• consumes a lot of electricity (330 kWh / year).

The average price is 74,400 rubles.

Siemens KI39FP60

The products of the German brand are distinguished by high assembly quality, for which they are in demand on the Russian market. You can keep food in the refrigerator for a long time. They will not lose their taste and freshness thanks to the freshSense system, which maintains a constant temperature.

The interior is evenly illuminated with LED lighting. Users are pleased with the low power consumption. For the year 227 kW, which is one of the best indicators in the world of refrigerators. Defrosting intensity and humidity level can be adjusted as required. The refrigerator is available with an inverter compressor.

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• autonomous work up to 16 hours;
• 62 l of freshness zone;
• Low electricity consumption;
• Antimicrobial carbon filter
• Convenient shelves and drawers for storing food.

• Freezer volume 62 l;
• The price bites.

Average price: 112,800 rubles.

Liebherr SBS 6613

The elite among refrigerators, which will be expensive, but will impress guests and meet all the whims of the owners. Such a refrigerator is more appropriate in a country house and for a large family. The main disadvantage is the high price.

The Side by Side system assumes a horizontal arrangement of refrigerators and freezers. Defrosting is fully automatic, and the control is touch.

• Solid capacity (500 l);
• Energy class A ++;
• Keeping cold up to 20 hours in case of power outage;
• There is protection from children;
• Wet food storage area
• Quiet work.

• it's expensive:
• consumes 424 kW per year.

Average price: 227,999 rubles.

As a result, we offer a summary table for all the models reflected in the review:

	Atlant XM 4307-000	BEKO CBI 7771	Bosch KUR15A50	Whirlpool ART 9810 / A +	LG GR-N309 LLB	Siemens KI39FP60	Liebherr SBS 613
Height	178.5 cm	177.6 cm	82 cm	194 cm	178 cm	177.5 cm	177 cm
Depth	57 cm	55 cm	55 cm	56 cm	55 cm	55 cm	54.5 cm
Width	56 cm	56 cm	60 cm	56 cm	56 cm	56 cm	112 cm
Energy class	AND	A +	A +	A +	AND	A ++	A ++
Number of cameras	2	2	1	2	2	3	4
Overall volume	237 l	243	138 l	308 l	245 l	251 l	500 l
Freezer volume	67 l	49 l	-	73 l	64 l	62 l	122 l
Refrigerating chamber volume	167 l	193 l		237 l	118 l	189 l	311 l
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment	Drip system	Drip system	Drip system	Drip system	No frost	No frost	Drip system
Defrosting the freezer	Manual	No frost	-	Manual	No frost	No frost	No frost
Freezer location	from below	from below	-	from below	from below	from below	Side by-Side
Freezing capacity	3.5 kg / day	2.5 kg / day	-	3.5 kg / day	10 kg / day	12 kg / day	20 kg / day
Noise level	40 dBA	38 dBA	38 dBA	35 dBA	37 dBA	39 dBA	39 dBA
Reversible doors	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is	not
Freshness zone	absent	there is	absent	there is	there is	there is	separate, 67 l
Other functions				Temperature indication, internal display	Temperature display, super cool, super freeze	Light / sound indication of a closed door, supercooling, superfreezing	2 displays with blue backlight, light generator, super cooling, super freezing, door closing sound signal, temperature sound / light signal, child protection