Inverter compressor
Inverter compressors, though more expensive than linear compressors, are more advanced, efficient, and produce less noise. The main difference between the two is that linear compressors operate at either maximum speed or not at all, causing temperature fluctuations and wear and tear (due to increased currents at starting mode). In contrast, inverter compressors allow for smooth power control, adjusting the speed to maintain set conditions and consuming electricity more efficiently. However, their high cost remains a disadvantage.
No Frost
The presence of the
No Frost system in one or more refrigerator compartments.
This system prevents the formation of frost on the walls of the compartment, as happens in models
without No Frost. No Frost is a technology used in refrigerators that removes moisture from the air inside to prevent frost buildup. It works by condensing water vapor and evaporating it outside the refrigerator. However, this feature can cause food to dry out more quickly, so proper packaging is essential.
In modern refrigerators, No Frost can be provided both in the refrigerator and in the freezer, and often
in both compartments at once. When deciding whether to choose a No Frost refrigerator, it is important to weigh the benefits of not having to defrost against the possible downside of faster drying of food products. This feature is more advantageous for the freezer, as the benefits of No Frost are more significant at sub-zero temperatures and the disadvantages are less noticeable.
Energy class (new)
The energy efficiency of a refrigerator is measured by a parameter classified from A to G, with A being the most efficient. Originally, only up to class A was available until newer, more efficient models were introduced and labeled as A+, A++, and A+++. However, in March 2021, manufacturers reverted to the original labeling system from G to A to avoid creating more pluses. This means that modern models will have the new labeling system, while older ones will maintain their original markings.
Energy consumption per year
The average amount of energy consumed by a refrigerator in a year of operation.
The given parameter is an estimated value and assumes that the refrigerator operates under stable conditions without sudden temperature changes, frequent door openings, and within its designated climate class (see below). Actual energy consumption may deviate slightly from the stated value. Despite this, it is a useful parameter that allows for a rough comparison of different models in terms of energy efficiency.
It should be noted that the energy consumption per year is often a more practical and convenient parameter than the energy consumption class (see above), which is a relative indicator of how efficient a refrigerator is compared to other models of similar size and features. The energy consumption per year, on the other hand, provides an estimate of the actual electricity cost when using a particular refrigerator. For instance, a small two-door refrigerator with an energy class of A can consume less energy per year than a large side-by-side refrigerator with a class of A+++, despite the fact that the latter is formally more energy-efficient than the former in terms of its energy class.
Noise class
Allows people to decode the values of the noise level in decibels. It is marked in Latin letters like other classes, where A is the quietest class of refrigerators.
