How to choose a refrigerator for your cottage? Rating of popular models

A good refrigerator for a summer residence should be compact and at the same time productive, and most importantly - inexpensive. If we look at different models, not all of them meet these qualities. Therefore, it is important to compare several parameters at once, including taking into account reviews from real users. Based on these data, a review of the most popular models has been compiled - they are discussed in detail in the article.

ALLANT X 2401-100

This is a small refrigerator for the cottage, equipped with a freezer. The total volume is 118 liters. Reaches 85 cm in height, 55 cm in depth and width. Freezes up to 2 kg per day. The installation is quite reliable, made in China, the warranty is 3 years.

If you are considering which refrigerator to choose for your dacha at an affordable price, you can choose this option. In addition, this model has other advantages:

• compact size, good capacity;
• there is a productive freezer;
• shelf material – tempered glass;
• the door can be moved to any side;
• high energy efficiency class – A+;
• can work even at high ambient temperatures – up to +38°C.

The country refrigerator of this model does not have any significant disadvantages. But it’s worth considering that the freezer can hold no more than 15 liters. It will not be possible to freeze meat, fish, vegetables, and berries at the same time.

Biryusa 108

Another inexpensive refrigerator for a summer residence, the rating of which is discussed in the article.It has 2 shelves, a drawer for vegetables, and a spacious freezer with a capacity of 27 liters. At the same time, the refrigerator compartment itself has a volume of 88 liters. Another feature is that it weighs only 36 kg. Therefore, the device can be transported relatively easily by car.

Among the main advantages of this model are:

• an inexpensive refrigerator for a summer residence is one of the most affordable;
• high reliability - electromechanical control;
• The warranty period is 3 years;
• high energy efficiency class A;
• the door can be hung on any side;
• Quite spacious freezer.

The disadvantages are due to the fact that the freezer reaches a temperature of -12°C, rather than the standard -18°C. On the other hand, for not too long-term storage (for a week) this is quite enough. It is also worth considering that the freezer becomes overgrown with ice - you will have to periodically turn off the unit to completely defrost it.

Midea MR1086W

This is a single-chamber, single-compressor unit with a fairly large volume of 113 liters. Based on this indicator, we can admit that this is the best refrigerator for a summer residence. The freezer is small, volume 16 liters. The standard height is 85 cm, the depth and width dimensions are 55 cm each. The warranty period is 2 years.

The main advantages of this model are:

• compact and roomy;
• high energy efficiency A++;
• door handles do not protrude to the surface - they are built into the body itself;
• noise level within 39 dB;
• works well even in hot weather (ambient temperature up to +38°C).

But there are also disadvantages - you will have to defrost manually. It is also worth considering that the kit does not include a container for eggs.

DON R 405

This cheap refrigerator for the garden has a very large volume. The refrigerator compartment holds 130 liters and the freezer compartment holds 18 liters.For convenience, there are shelves in the door and in the refrigerator itself. They are made of durable glass. There is also a lattice shelf that can be rearranged to any level. Unit height 85 cm, depth and width 61*58 cm.

The main advantages of the model:

• high energy efficiency class A;
• can work even in hot weather at ambient temperatures up to +32°C;
• 2 year warranty from Russian manufacturer;
• high-quality LED lighting;
• 2 color options - graphite and classic white.

There are few disadvantages. The model is reliable and convenient, but defrosting will have to be done manually.

ATLANT XM 4208-000

All the devices discussed above are single-chamber. But there are also two-chamber small-sized refrigerators for the dacha. It has a standard depth and width of 55 cm, and a height of 143 cm. Moreover, such a device has 2 chambers, which allows you to accommodate much more products.

The freezer goes downstairs and consists of 2 deep containers. Its volume is 42 liters. The refrigerator compartment is located on top, the volume is 131 liters. It has 2 shelves made of durable tempered glass and a container for vegetables and fruits. The door has 3 more shelves for bottles and eggs.

The main advantages of the model include:

• economical refrigerator for a summer residence at a reasonable price;
• very roomy;
• the freezer gets cold to -18oC;
• The warranty period is 3 years.

There are no critical flaws, but in the reviews you can see that some buyers write about noise. It is better to install the unit in a separate room of the country house - with the door closed it is practically inaudible.

UNICOOL 42L

Another group of devices are gas refrigerators for summer cottages. They are small in size and portable. Thus, the volume of the UNICOOL model is only 42 liters. This is a simple unit that can be carried anywhere.It operates on alternating current 220 V, direct current 12 V, and also on household gas, which is where the name comes from.

The plastic case has dimensions of 50*49*45 cm. The case is quite durable, equipped with wheels and a compartment in which the power cord is stored. Such devices can be taken with you to the country house or to the car. However, there is no freezer - the unit is not suitable for long-term storage of food.

Refrigerators for summer cottages have approximately the same dimensions. But their devices are different - there are classic models with a built-in freezer and modern types with 2 chambers. You need to choose those that are suitable for specific purposes. For example, if you plan to store products for a long time, it is better not to waste money and purchase a productive and reliable model from a well-known brand.