Choosing a suitable refrigerator is very important. It requires enough time and research because the refrigerator is one of the most important and expensive home appliance products. You are going to use this product for several years. Nowadays, due to the fact that refrigerators have a variety of products and prices. Getting to know their features can help you choose the right product. The first thing you should pay attention to when buying a refrigerator is that this product fits your needs. For example, if you don't buy a lot of food, a large refrigerator will only occupy your kitchen space. As a result, it is better to check things like the capacity, features and price of this product before buying.
Step 1: How Much Is Your Budget For Buying a Refrigerator?
Before buying a refrigerator, you should see how much you want to spend to buy this product. Some people believe that the more they spend, the better they buy. In case an expensive product may not have the necessary performance for you. When you consider a certain budget for buying a refrigerator. The options are more limited and you can easily choose the best among the available options.
Step 2: How Much Space Do You Have In the Kitchen To Put a Refrigerator?
The important point is that you must know exactly how much space you have to place the refrigerator. Consider that refrigerators have different dimensions and you must pay attention to the following points when buying.
The Dimensions of the Location of the Refrigerator Freezer
It is very important that you have the exact dimensions of the location when buying or ordering a refrigerator. For this, it is necessary to measure the dimensions of height, depth and width of the desired place with meters. Make sure that your fridge freezer should be about 7 to 10 cm away from the back wall. Air circulation can be done easily around it. If your refrigerator is placed next to the wall, you should consider that the opening direction of the door is not towards the wall. Place the refrigerator at a distance of 5 to 10 centimeters from the wall so that there is enough space for the door to open.
The Size of the Entrance to the Kitchen and Corridors
It must have happened to you that you are asked about the size of the entrance to the kitchen and the corridors of the building when shopping. When the corridors of the building are not wide enough to pass the refrigerator, you will have a problem to carry the device. It may be necessary to open the doors of the device to carry the device to the upper floors. When the kitchen is not open, it is better to take the dimensions of the entrance with you when buying. It is an unpleasant feeling that you go through all the steps of choosing and buying the product and finally have problems with the delivery and arrival of the device at home.
Step 3: What Capacity of Refrigerator Is Suitable For You?
Consider Lifestyle and Shopping Habits
Your lifestyle and shopping habits are very important when buying a refrigerator. If you are not used to storing food, choosing a large refrigerator will only take up your space and increase your electricity consumption. When the frequency of your shopping is once a week, a refrigerator with a high capacity is suitable for you. When you shop every day, choose a refrigerator with a low capacity. If you are used to freezing food, be sure to check the freezer capacity.
The internal space of the refrigerator is measured in feet or liters. Each cubic foot is equal to 28.3 liters, refrigerators can according to the type of product. Provide the user with a capacity between 55 and 1200 liters. The number of square feet of the devices may not be exactly equal to the interior space of the refrigerator due to the presence of items such as floors and drawers.
| Refrigerator Type | Internal Space Capacity (Liters) |
| Side-by-Side | 708-410 |
| Four doors | 708-538 |
| French door | 906-509 |
| Twin | 821-566 |
| Top Freezer | 1160-906 |
| Bottom Freezer | 340-283 |
Step 4: What Kind of Refrigerator Do You Need?
Choosing the type of refrigerator depends on the taste and lifestyle of people and the space they have to place it.
Types of Refrigerators and Freezers
Side-by-Side
Side by side refrigerators are very popular in the Iranian market and among users. In this product model, the refrigerator and freezer are located next to each other and the space of both parts is almost the same. This type of refrigerator and freezer is suitable for people who buy fresh and frozen food at the same rate.
Advantages of Side-by-Side Refrigerators and Freezer
- Stylish and beautiful appearance
- Update features
- Adequate storage space
Four Doors
This product is a subgroup of side-by-side models. with the difference that in its design, the refrigerator and freezer parts are separated horizontally to access a more spacious space. Four-door refrigerator-freezers, which have recently entered the Iranian home appliance market, are the best choice for people who face the challenge of placing food in the refrigerator, due to access to a larger space, especially in the refrigerator.
Advantages of Four-Door Refrigerators and Freezers
- Access to a large and spacious space
- Modern facilities
- Appropriate dimensions
French Door
French door refrigerators are a combination of the elegance and modern features of a side-by-side refrigerator and the convenient use of a bottom refrigerator. In the design of this type of refrigerator-freezer, the refrigerator is in the upper part and the freezer is in the lower part. Like the four-door models, the refrigerator section has a large and spacious space for storage, and the freezer section, which opens and closes as a drawer, is very practical and suitable.
Advantages of French door refrigerators and freezers
- Large storage space in the refrigerator and freezer section
- Stylish and modern design
- Use of new technologies
Twin
If you live in a large family and your shopping volume is high, twin refrigerators are the best choice for you. This product has two separate refrigerator and freezer sections, it is actually similar to a side-by-side refrigerator but with a larger storage space.
Advantages of Twin Refrigerators and Freezers
- Very good storage capacity
- The possibility of using a refrigerator or freezer separately
Top Freezer
If your concern when buying is the price, efficiency and the space you have, the top fridge freezer is the best option for you. This type of refrigerator is one of the most common models in the world, where the freezer is located at the top and the refrigerator is located at the bottom.
Advantages of the top freezer
- The price is right
- Variety of products to choose from
Bottom Freezer
Easy access to the refrigerator space without bending down
In addition to being popular, this type of refrigerator also has a reasonable price. In the design of this type of device, the refrigerator is located at the top, so the access to the interior of the refrigerator is very easy and there is no need to bend or sit for the user. The freezer is located at the bottom and generally has two or three drawers.
- Advantages of bottom refrigerators
- Easy access to the refrigerator space without bending down
Step 5: What Features Are Important In the Refrigerator?
Compressor Type
The operation of the inverter compressor is such that it keeps the internal temperature of the refrigerator constant, which means creating more suitable conditions for food storage. In fact, inverter models gradually increase and decrease the speed of the compressor as the temperature inside the refrigerator changes to maintain the temperature of the interior. On the other hand, due to the continuous operation of the compressor, they produce less noise and are very energy efficient
Normal Compressor
This type of compressor is used in most refrigerators. Most compressors in conventional refrigerators are single-speed and operate on either an off or on basis. Refrigerators equipped with ordinary compressors are more affordable than other models
Drain and Ice Maker
The presence of a drain and ice maker in the refrigerator door saves energy and prevents the loss of cold, because you don't need to open and close the door to drink water or remove ice. The drain and ice maker in the refrigerator freezer are generally available in two categories, automatic and manual.
Automatic Water Dispenser and Ice Maker
This type of water cooler and ice maker is directly connected to city water and the water automatically enters the water cooler and ice maker tank.
Hand Drainer and Ice Maker
In this type of water and ice maker, it is not possible to connect directly to city water and filling the water and ice tank is done manually.
Step 6: After-Sales Service and Warranty
Considering that the refrigerator is an expensive product, it is better to pay attention to the after-sales service and warranty of this product when buying. It is better to buy refrigerators and freezers from reputable companies because these companies guarantee the health of their products. Keep in mind that the warranty period of the product is also very important. XVISION refrigerators and freezers have a 36-month warranty from XVISION, this can ease your mind from possible problems with the device.
Summary and Product Selection
Which one of the presented models you choose depends largely on your taste, budget and available space in your home decoration. To buy a suitable refrigerator, it is better to check your budget first. Then choose the type of refrigerator according to the number of people in your family, your lifestyle and the amount of your purchase. Finally, by prioritizing the features you need, you can make the best choice among the options you have considered
