Refrigerators Nord: an overview of unique features, tips before buying + rating of TOP-7 models

The Best Refrigerators With No Frost in the Freezer and Drip Defrost in the Refrigerator Compartment

Another option for implementing a refrigerator defrosting system is to have No Frost only in the freezer - the place where ice formation is most often observed. In the refrigerating chamber of such devices, a drip system is used with the location of the evaporator inside, through which moisture flows into the pan and is removed to the outside.

This type of equipment is quieter thanks to a single fan in the freezer. He also has more space in the refrigerating chamber due to the lack of ventilation channels.

Liebherr CN 4015

High two-chamber refrigerator with a display inside and an electronic type of control. The total volume is 356 liters.The model is equipped with an inverter compressor.

+ Pluses Liebherr CN 4015

1. A convenient pusher handle that eliminates the need to strongly pull the pressed door itself - you can open the refrigerator with your little finger.
2. Quiet operation (39 dB) thanks to the inverter compressor, which does not have a loud start - it runs constantly.
3. Many shelves - some users even remove the extra ones.
4. All indicators are lit inside, so nothing outside glows in the dark and is not distracting.
5. The matte surface on the outside hides fingerprints well.
6. There is a folding shelf in the upper refrigerator compartment.
7. The door can be moved to either side.
8. The system of rearrangement of shelves is regulated by almost a centimeter.
9. The boxes are on rollers, so leaving the loaded state is not difficult.

— Cons Liebherr CN 4015

1. There is no freshness zone.
2. The instructions are large, but not very informative.
3. When first started, the fan in the freezer may not start on its own, so you need to turn it mechanically.
4. The shelf above the vegetable crates is colder than other surfaces, which must be taken into account when distributing food.
5. Poorly organized space on the doors.

Conclusion. The refrigerator is perfect for installation in a studio apartment, in the kitchen. He will not have anything to emit light into the room, and next to him it will be possible to comfortably relax at night. The handle with a pusher is convenient for the elderly and children to open.

Liebherr CNef 4815

Refrigerator 201 cm high with reclining handles. Due to its dimensions and the absence of ventilation ducts, the usable volume reaches 361 liters. There are massive shelves on the doors, allowing you to put not only light products on them.

+ Advantages of Liebherr CNef 4815

1. On the screen inside it is convenient to monitor the indicators and perform settings.
2. There is no drying out of food in the freezer.
3. High quality plastic and durable boxes.
4. Adjustable humidity level in the freezer.
5. Able to autonomously maintain cold up to 24 hours after turning off.
6. Consumption 174 kWh/year.
7. Electronic control with precise temperature control.
8. Freshness zone for storing fish and meat without freezing.
9. Operation of light and sound alarms when the temperature rises.
10. Able to freeze per day 16 kg of meat.

— Cons Liebherr CNef 4815

1. On the first day after installation, it may make strange sounds, but then they pass.
2. A 10 A fuse inside - if there is a voltage above, it will turn off the device, although the machine at the entrance to the apartment passes 16 A.
3. At start-up, full power and cooling are only achieved after 24 hours.
4. The large weight of 80 kg makes it difficult to transport or rearrange inside the apartment.
5. The height of 201 cm is not very convenient for people with short stature or children - in order to get the lunch mechanically placed by the mother on the top shelf, the child will have to move the chair.
6. Visually rough handles.

Conclusion. A refrigerator with a drip system and No Frost in the freezer has a very economical energy consumption - 174 kWh / year, which classifies it as A +++. This is ideal for an apartment or house that has a lot of electrical appliances, and savings is one of the main criteria for owners.

No. 7 - Candy CCRN 6180 W

Price: 28,000 rubles

Our rating, which contains the top and best refrigerators of 2020 in terms of price-quality ratio rating the best continues model from the brand Candy. This is one of the few solutions in the segment equipped with a sound indication of an open door.It has few single-compressor competitors at such a cost and in terms of freezing power - it reaches 5 kg per day. In addition, there is a super cooling function.

You can turn off the refrigerator without pulling the plug out of the socket. All thanks to a special button. The interior space is illuminated with an LED backlight, rather than a conventional light bulb. All this allows us to talk about the model as the best two-chamber solution in the brand's model range.

Candy CCRN 6180W

Characteristics and types of No Frost technology

Refrigerators with the No Frost system function without ice formation. This effect is achieved due to the presence of several fans. Cold air blows over the inner walls of the chamber, drying the drops of moisture that have appeared. Therefore, frost does not remain on the walls, which means that there is nothing to defrost.

The air blows over the inner walls of the chamber, drying the drops of moisture that have appeared.

In No Frost refrigerators, the evaporator is located outside the chamber, it is forcibly blown by one or more coolers. Frost still forms, but not in the chamber itself, but on the tubes of the cooling system. Periodically, a special heater is switched on, which independently defrosts the ice.

Types of No Frost technology:

1. frost free. Such units are a combined version. That is, according to the No Frost system, only the freezer works, and the refrigerator works by drip. Although both compartments from one compressor work.
2. Full No Frost. In fact, these are two separate refrigerators interconnected. They work from different compressors, have their own evaporator, cooler. The No Frost system in this case works both in the refrigeration and freezer compartments.
3. Total No Frost. The technology is essentially no different from Full No Frost. The difference is only in the name, but in stores you can see both names.

Choice factors

To purchase the best device for your own use, you should be guided by its technical parameters. So that you do not get confused in all the variety of characteristics, I will give a few recommendations in this regard.

Should I pay attention to the location of the freezer?

As part of this review, I would recommend initially assessing the location of the freezer. Firstly, its useful volume depends on it, and secondly, the convenience of using the device. By the way, the lower compartment of the Nords is much more spacious and comfortable. However, if you do not need a large amount of freezing, you can stop at the top option.

Control type

It is gratifying that the manufacturer did not experiment with electronic components and today we have two mechanically controlled refrigerators. Believe me, this is the best solution! Mechanics are much more reliable than all other options. Those electronically controlled Nord models that fell into my hands were frankly raw and broke down after six months.

Defrost type

Here I see a completely traditional solution - drip defrosting of the refrigeration compartment and manual - freezing. To be honest, I don't see any barriers to choice. Of course, defrosting will have to be carried out more often than with more technologically advanced models with a similar type of defrosting, but this is a tribute to such an affordable price.

Energy consumption

If you are concerned about energy consumption, note that the manufacturer is quite generous with efficient technologies and offers high grades A and A +.This is the merit of good compressors, more or less high-quality thermal insulation and general design, although it is lame in other respects

Freezing power

Frankly, it is difficult to expect the highest performance from refrigerators. But, this does not mean that the refrigerator can be successfully used in everyday life. The declared capacity is quite enough to store provisions and send products to a deep freeze. Let's just say - an appropriate option for its price.

In addition, I note that the brand provides an excellent minimum. The temperature of the freezer compartment can drop down to -18°C, which is enough to ensure deep freezing.

What to look for when evaluating other parameters?

I won’t say that the manufacturer offers a wide range of options and additional features, but there are still plenty to choose from.

I am sure you will find it useful to know the following:

• antibacterial coating - I don’t know what dictated the manufacturer’s desire to introduce an additional coating, perhaps the fact that most of the refrigerators are exported. However, I do not think that this is the most necessary option, but rather just a nice addition, given the budget cost of review refrigerators;
• shelf material - what to choose - metal or glass? As an expert, I can say that the glass in this review will be more reliable. The metal is not protected by anything and will rust in the future;
• noise level - in principle, noise is considered comfortable if it does not exceed 45 dB. But, in everyday life, I want the refrigerator to work as quietly as possible. Nord claims good performance - 39-40 dB, which is encouraging;
• climate class - without taking into account the climate class, you can get a high risk of device breakdowns.Today we are dealing with class N, which corresponds to +16-32 degrees. To be honest, not the widest possibilities.