The 20 quietest refrigerators

Other technology improvements: IonAir antibacterial air ionization in the chamber; SuperCool – accelerated cooling of products (supercooling).

Advantages

• overall capacity;
• Functional interior space;
• there is a freshness zone.
• A++ energy efficiency class;
• Antibacterial air ionization;
• supercooling;
• electronic control;
• temperature rise and open door indication;
• Attractive minimalist design.

Disadvantages

• Flimsy plastic vegetable drawers.

Samsung RR-39 M7140SA

Rating: 4.8

The model of the well-known Samsung trade mark completes the selection of the best single-chamber refrigerators with the quietest operation according to Expertology magazine. It is quite expected that this will be the most expensive fridge, but definitely worth its money. Manufactured in Vietnam.

The concept here is similar to the previous model – human-sized, but relatively narrow. Overall dimensions – 59.5×69.4×185.3 cm. Weighs 73.5 kg. The design is severe, minimalist, angular, but modern in a near high-tech style with a Metal Graphite silver finish. The most interesting thing about the shape of the refrigerator is that the model is conceived both as a stand-alone refrigerator and as a potential component of the “construction set. The idea is that if you move two of these refrigerators side by side, and on one of them, move the door to the other side, you get a roomy Side by Side refrigerator, only without a freezer.

But let us return to the technical specifications of the refrigerator. The unit works, as well as the majority of modern refrigerators, on R600a isobutane. Moderate power consumption under the high A standard+. Wide coverage of climate standards from subnormal to tropical – permissible ambient temperatures from +10°C to +43°C. Electronic control with status indication on external display. The control panel is also placed on the outside of the refrigerator door.

The total volume of the refrigerating chamber here is 394 liters, useful volume is 385 liters. Inside the chamber has six shelves made of tempered glass, one shelf is foldable and two plastic drawers for vegetables and fruits on the lower tiers. There are also 7 door pockets for different uses. Inside the cabinet there are also special compartments for dairy products and a wine rack. LED illumination of the cooking cabinet.

Now about the functionality. The most important point – No Frost technology for defrosting. This technology is much more important in the context of the freezing chambers, as it relieves the owners from the need of manual defrosting, but for the models with a single refrigerator compartment, it also makes the maintenance much easier. The presence of a No Frost fan allows the multi-flow cooling function to be implemented at the same time.

Additional useful functions – the acoustic indication of opened and not tightly closed doors; child protection; mode of vacation (work on the minimum power consumption).

This model is in absolute terms the noisiest in this selection – 41 dB according to the manufacturer. Operation of the No Frost system adds to the “sound”. But in practice, the difference is felt minimally, and if properly installed, the sound of the refrigerator mechanics does not cause much discomfort.

Advantages

• brand;
• No Frost defrost;
• A+ energy efficiency;
• Multistream cooling;
• Supercooling function;
• convenient electronic control;
• The display with the states indication on the outer side of the door;
• in general, the distribution of internal space is rationally thought out;
• child protection;
• Can be used as part of the Side by Side constructor.

Disadvantages

• tight door opening;
• Noisiest in this selection.

The best two-chamber silent refrigerators

The second selection of Expertology magazine’s 2020 review of the best quiet refrigerators focuses on two-compartment models. The first part of this article included the compromise models where the freezer was inside the main fridge compartment. Here we will consider models in which the freezer is reliably isolated from the refrigerator because it is a completely separate compartment with its own door. It is the most popular and sought-after form factor of household refrigerators.

Gorenje NRK 6191 ES4

Rating: 4.5

The most affordable model in this category is NRK 6191 of the well-known Slovenian brand Gorenje. The ES4 prefix reflects the functionality to a lesser degree and speaks more about the secondary nuances: S stands for Silver, that is, the silver color of the trim, and the model with the abbreviation EW4 will be exactly the same, but with a snow-white body color.

In spite of its affordable price, this fridge is much more functional than even the most expensive fridge from the previous selection. Many of the technological ideas of recent years have been implemented here. The most “mundane” is the No Frost defrost and defrost system that functions for both chambers. And it also uses the IonAir air ionization system for disinfecting, adaptive cooling. AdaptTech system uses intelligent algorithms to determine, on the basis of weekly statistics, the time of day when the refrigerator is used most often. During these periods, the refrigerator automatically increases the cooling intensity to maintain the desired temperature despite the frequent opening of the door.

The dimensions of the refrigerator are more or less standard for this form factor – 60×185×59.2 cm. Materials are familiar – the walls of thin metal, plastic fittings. The legs are adjustable, but there are no transport wheels. The users pay attention to it, but specify that in view of relatively small weight, to move the refrigerator from place to place within the apartment is not so difficult. The weight of the unit is really comparatively small – 57 kg, which is almost 20 kg less than the single-compartment Samsung RR-39 M7140SA described above. The refrigerator is a free-standing model, but because of the design of the door it can be built into the niche with a width of just over 60 cm. The refrigerating chamber capacity is 203 liters, and the freezing chamber capacity is 99 liters. Control is electronic with display of the states on the outer panel of indicators. Freezer provides intensity of freezing up to 12 kg of food per day. There is a function of keeping cold for up to 17 hours in case of power failure.

Auxiliary functions: light and sound indication of temperature rise, acoustic signal of open doors; supercooling; superfreezing; M

tiFlow (multistream air cooling).

This fridge is very quiet because only one compressor works here and it has a well-designed No Frost system. The maximum noise level at correct installation and operation is 38 dB.

Advantages of

• low weight;
• No Frost defrosting in both chambers;
• Super-cooling and super-freezing functions;
• autonomous maintenance of low temperature up to 17 hours;
• Adaptive temperature maintenance system;
• ionization for disinfection;
• The most affordable price in the selection.

Disadvantages

• Difficulties with hanging the door;
• no transportation wheels.

Samsung RB-37 J5200WW

Rating: 4.6



The second Samsung fridge in our review, this time already a two-compartment one, a bit lower in class than the single-compartment one described above, which makes it significantly cheaper and offers wider functionality. But there is one thing that gives this model a strong advantage – the inverter compressor.

to be precise, this name “inverter” is not quite correct from the technical point of view. It has caught on as a kind of marketing, a well-remembered chip. in fact this type of compressor does not invert anything and the point is only that it is constantly on and power is regulated smoothly without sharp jumps as when switching usual compressors on and off. It does not give the refrigerator one hundred percent noiselessness, as it is not quite possible for household appliances, but it allows obtaining the increased efficiency with the acceptable and not causing discomfort noise.

The refrigerator is slightly taller than its predecessor, with dimensions of 59.5×67.5×201 cm, weight without packing – 70 kg. Here, too, is the clear advantage that this model has over others of the same dimensions. All other things being equal in terms of dimensions, this model boasts an increased volume of internal space. The usable volume of the freezer here is 98 l and that of the main chamber is 269 l. Increased capacity is possible thanks to the innovative Space Max technology – the wall thickness of the insulation is reduced to a minimum without any loss of efficiency.

The already increased space is rationally distributed by zones – glass shelves, plastic transparent door pockets, bottom drawers. In a special place, almost in the middle of the refrigerator compartment, there is a fresh zone, where the optimum temperature and air condition is maintained. In general, the refrigerator compartment maintains the set temperature in every corner thanks to the operation of the airflow system All-around Coo

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  And now directly on our topic. The maximum, stated by the manufacturer noise level of this model is 38 dB. And here we need to clarify the specifics of the inverter compressor. When the refrigerator is switched on for the first time or when it is switched on after a long period of non-use, it will operate at the maximum power for quite a long time, from several hours to 24 hours. It is necessary for the unit to reach the desired temperature with an optional margin. At this time, the noise can even exceed the declared maximum value. After that, all the benefits of an inverter compressor will become apparent – the rest of the time, the system will operate at the minimum power required to maintain the desired temperature. All this time the refrigerator will be almost silent.

  Advantages

  • inverter compressor;
  • No Frost defrost;
  • Enlarged useful volume with other equal dimensions;
  • uniform distribution of cold All-around Coo
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  • autonomous cold keeping for up to 18 hours;
  • superfreezing;
  • indication of the states on the external display;
  • there is a freshness zone;
  • A+ energy efficiency;
  • One of the most inexpensive refrigerators with inverter compressor.

  Disadvantages

  • Noise when you turn it on for the first time or after a long break in operation.

  LG DoorCoo

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  Rating: 4.7

  

  Now let’s turn your attention to an even more high-tech refrigerator from the famous Japanese brand Sharp. In addition to efficient engineering, this model is also distinguished by its high capacity, economical power consumption and significantly reduced noise compared to the aforementioned two-compartment variants.

  One of the main features that consumers appreciate in refrigerators is the capacity. Here is a complete order with it, as the size of the chambers is impressive – 148 liters of freezer and 430 liters of refrigerator compartment. Of course, dimensions of the unit are also decent, but only in width and depth – 80×73.5×185 cm – as you can see, this model is even lower by almost 20 cm than the previous one. The design is characteristically minimalist, but with some elements that create an individual style.

  The refrigerator is equipped with all the most demanded cooling functions. There is a dry and fresh zone, super-freezing and super-cooling modes, defrosting and defrosting system No Frost for both chambers. Freezing rate in terms of kilograms of food is 12 kg per day. This model has the function of autonomous keeping low temperatures for up to 19 hours in case of complete disconnection from the electric mains. There is an ice generator. The lighting is different for each chamber and this is an area that is often spared by manufacturers, but here the company has paid more than enough attention to user comfort.

  The fridge compartment is quite rational and cleverly designed. There are height-adjustable shelves, a vegetable drawer and the aforementioned fresh zone. The cold is evenly distributed thanks to the multi-stream principle of air circulation. It uses air ionization and deodorization to disinfect, prevent mold and protect the food from rapid fermentation.

  Concerning noisiness of work, in our rating it is the record-breaker yet. The noise level declared by the manufacturer is 27 dB, which is incommensurably lower than that of all the models described above. Such effect is achieved by the engineers first of all due to the new and unique in its own way invertor compressor JTECH invert. The power of its operation can be varied within the range of 36 modes! This means that the refrigerator can subtly adjust to the operating conditions and fine-tune the cooling system to maintain the set temperature in the chambers.

  Advantages

  • high energy efficiency of A++;
  • Innovative inverter compressor;
  • Minimum, almost record low noise level;
  • Supercooling and super-freezing;
  • Long autonomous cold storage;
  • ice generator;
  • Light in both chambers;
  • ionization and deodorization for disinfection;
  • eye-catching, contemporary design.

  Disadvantages

  • There have been complaints about the shelves being brittle;
  • not every door will fit through the width of a door.

  ebherr CBN 4835

  Rating: 4.8

  

  The most inexpensive built-in refrigerator with relatively low noise level opens the selection. Manufacturer – Belarusian ATLANT Inc. with the trade mark of the same name that is widely known in Russia and the CIS. This refrigerator is rather simple technically and therefore inexpensive. But at the same time it is not deprived of some technologies of perfection.

  Case dimensions of this model – 54x56x178 cm, weight without packing – 65 kg. Energy efficiency class not as high as some of the above-described models, but still the highest in the absolute classification – A, with an annual power consumption of 288 kWh. Capacity of the refrigerating chamber is 168 l, capacity of the freezer is 80 l. Control is electromechanical by means of a rotary knob inside the chamber.

  Features of this model include the following: freezing up to 18 degrees below zero in the freezer compartment; keeping cold for up to 16 hours in case of power failure; an acoustic signal when the door is not closed properly. The intensity of freezing, it is worth knowing, is low – about 3 kg of food per hour.

  The meaning of autonomous keeping of cold in the specified range of time should be understood as increasing of temperature in the freezer from 18 to 7 degrees below zero. Super-cooling and super-freezing functions are not provided. The principle of defrosting of the refrigerating chamber – drip, defrosting of the freezer is manual, and this is one of the disadvantages even in spite of the affordable price.

  The internal space of the refrigerating chamber is distributed in the way that best meets consumer expectations for refrigerators of this class. There are three tempered glass shelves with locks and adjustable position. Separate glass bottom shelf – also removable, but structurally designed for one position. Four door pocket-shelves. One lower plastic clear vegetable and fruit drawer. The freezer compartment has three compartments with plastic containers.

  As to the noise level of operation, this model is on the border of conditional “noiselessness” in the marketing sense of this term. Noise level declared by the manufacturer should not exceed 39 dB, and when properly operated, this parameter corresponds to the real behavior of the unit. The compressor here is a usual one, not an inverter, but at the expense of the absence of additional noise from the Know Frost system not provided here, the noise remains within comfortable limits.

  Official warranty for this model from the manufacturer is three years. Estimated service life of 10 years.

  Advantages of

  • hinged doors;
  • Shelves made of durable tempered glass;
  • autonomous cold storage;
  • Comfortable and rational distribution of the internal space;
  • Three year warranty;
  • The most affordable price in the group.

  Disadvantages

  • low power of freezing;
  • Manual defrosting of the freezer compartment.

  Gorenje RKI 4182 E1

  Rating: 4.6

  

  The built-in refrigerator of the Slovenian brand Gorenje will continue the selection. The machine-building company itself is relatively recently owned by the Chinese state-run company Hisense, but the assembly of large household appliances is still done at the factory in Serbia.

  The size of the refrigerator is almost the same as the Belarusian model described above – 54x54x177.7 cm. Weight is comparatively small – 53 kg. The energy class is one of the highest – A++ with an annual power consumption of 208 kWh. The cooling system runs on the inverter compressor, and this is the main advantage of this model. Maximum operating noise, according to the manufacturer, 39 dB. This might seem unimpressive in comparison with the previous model with a usual compressor, but here one should understand that the developers paid their efforts to create the maximum functionality at a minimum price.

  Defrosting in the chambers is exactly the same, ascetic. In the refrigerating chamber – drip, in the freezing chamber – manually. The only difference from the simplest freezers here is that the freezer uses FrostLess technology, designed to reduce the intensity of frosting in the compartment, which means that you will need to defrost it far less often.

  The refrigerating chamber capacity (net volume) is 189 l, the freezing chamber capacity is 71 l. The refrigerator compartment has 5 tempered glass shelves whose position can be changed, one metal grill shelf for bottles. There is a freshness zone, where optimal temperature and humidity are naturally maintained (HumidityControl). HiddenSpace between fridge and freezer compartments. It can be used for any purpose. The freezer compartment has three drawers for foodstuffs, one of them is big – 38 liters.

  Connecting power for this refrigerator is 100 W. Single-circuit cooling, i.e., only one compressor is used. Factory doors open on the right side, if you wish the doors can be re-hung. Fastening for furniture fronts – slider type.

  Advantages

  • Inverter compressor;
  • hinged doors;
  • FrostLess technology – reduced formation of frost and ice in the freezer;
  • Eco function;
  • capacious and functional freezer;
  • HiddenSpace secret storage area;
  • Relatively affordable price as for an “inverter.

  Disadvantages

  • Manual defrosting of the freezer.

  ebherr ICUS 3324

  Rating: 4.7

  

  Side by Side refrigerators aren’t necessarily all super-expensive. And more or less affordable, even top brand models can be. For example, Samsung produces high-quality refrigerators in various price categories, and our experts offered for review one of the most inexpensive versions with acceptable noise indexes.

  The most noticeable characteristic of Side by Side refrigerators in all senses are the dimensions and proportions, so let us begin with them. Here the dimensions are 91x77x178 cm, weight without packing – 113 kg. The most common materials – metal and plastic. Design is minimalistic, angular with gleaming exposed polished metal handles. Finishing color – silver, metallic, the manufacturer calls it “platinum. This fridge looks very impressive, as well as all the other models in this selection. The annual power consumption is 420 kWh and meets the high energy efficiency standard A+.

  Circulation of refrigerant in this refrigerator is provided by an inverter compressor. Two cooling circuits, innovative Twin Coo system

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  ti Flow for uniform cold distribution. Defrosting in both chambers – No Frost. In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment stays cool for up to 10 hours. There are “vacations” and quick freezing modes.

  Refrigerator compartment with a net volume of 411 litres with four shelves, four door pockets, two fruit and vegetable compartments and one compartment for dairy products. Useful volume of side refrigerator compartment – 236 l. Provides 4 glass shelves, 2 drawers, ice container.

  Control of operating modes here electronic. Modes and temperature are shown on the blue LED display. The manufacturer emphasizes the advantage of this model is the precise temperature control within half a degree. Noise level of operation is estimated as no more than 39 dB.

  Advantages

  • inverter compressor;
  • multistream air distribution M
    ti Flow;
    • No Frost defrost in both chambers;
    • Twin Coo
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    • Autonomous cold storage up to 10 hours;
    • fast freezing;
    • precise temperature control with an accuracy of half a degree;
    • spectacular appearance;
    • The most affordable price in the range.

    Disadvantages

    • Complaints about tightly opened doors.

    LG GC-B247 JLDV

    Rating: 4.6

    

    LG Side by Side refrigerator will continue the review. There are three models in the selection of quiet side-by-side refrigerators of this form-factor, we will begin with the most affordable one. Affordability is relative, since this version is half the price of the previous one, but it is higher in class and more technological in general.

    Overall dimensions of this model – 91.2×71.7×179 cm, weight – 103 kg. The exterior has the same high-tech style with metal and metal-styled surfaces, with a minimalist design. It looks twice as spectacular due to the presence of electronic control zone with LED indicators on the outside. In the previous model, all this was hidden inside, but here it serves as an additional element of decor.

    The refrigerator compartment volumes and functional zones are distributed as follows. 394 litre net volume with four repositionable glass shelves, plus a fixed shelf for the fruit and vegetable drawer. The doors have 4 pockets. The freezer compartment has 5 shelves and 4 door baskets. In order to prevent the occurrence of mold on the seals, the material of the seals themselves contain a special disinfectant component Bio Shield.

    Freezing capacity in the freezer is up to 12 kg per day. Keeps cold for up to 10 hours in case of power outage. Super freezing mode. Like many other modern refrigerators, it uses multi-stream air exchange technology to distribute the cold evenly to all corners of the interior.

    The annual power consumption of this model is up to 438 kWh. This corresponds in this context to the high energy efficiency standard A+. Thanks to the quality inverter compressor the noise level is below 39 dB.

    Advantages

    • Inverter compressor;
    • High freezing power;
    • autonomous preservation of cold for up to 10 hours;
    • super freezing mode;
    • Multi-flow air exchange M
      ti Air Flow;
      • energy efficiency;
      • convenient electronic control;
      • LED display;
      • impressive appearance.

      Disadvantages

      • No major drawbacks detected.

      LG DoorCoo

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      Rating: 4.7

      

      Now let us consider an interesting and highly demanded, but slightly ambiguous model in the context of our topic. The Hitachi R-S702PU2GS refrigerator has many advantages, but its one weakness is that it is the noisiest of all in this category. However, it should be understood that this noisiness is relative, because we are comparing with the quietest models.

      And let’s make it clear right away that the noise level here (up to 41 dB) is not just for fun, and it’s not a flaw of the developer. The point is that this model has the increased emphasis on the precise temperature control and maintaining it evenly. That is why the compressor switches on overdrive more often than it happens in the majority of other refrigerators.

      Let’s move on to the technical specifications, and they promise to be interesting. With dimensions of 92×76.5×177.The 5 cm refrigerator boasts spacious chambers. Useful volume of refrigerating compartment – 337 l, freezer – 228 l. With one compressor there are two cooling circuits. Freezing rate here is high – up to 11 kg of food per day. Preservation of cold in the standalone mode in case of power outage is also very good – up to 18 hours. For all that, the unit is one of the most energy efficient – its annual power consumption is up to 350 kWh, which in the context of its functionality and power corresponds to A++.

      Space in the chambers is organized as rationally as it is required by the conditional mass buyer. The refrigerator has 5 shelves made of hardened glass, one is stationary and the others can be adjusted in height by sliding them into the grooves in the walls of the chamber. Also in the refrigerator compartment there are two transparent containers for vegetables and fruits. There is a separate freshness zone. In the freezer compartment 6 shelves are provided for food storage. The doors of both compartments have door pockets on different levels.

      A few words about some more features of this model. Control is electronic with external panel and modes are displayed on the LED screen. There are fast freezing and fast cooling functions, plus more dynamic cooling. The freezer has a simple ice generator. The refrigerator compartment has a deodorizer to inhibit the development of microorganisms. There is a vacation mode.

      Advantages

      • the inverter compressor;
      • Energy efficiency class A++;
      • two cooling circuits;
      • high freezing capacity;
      • Long-term storage of cold at turning off;
      • freshness zone;
      • deodorizer;
      • The emphasis on maintaining the most stable and accurate temperature;
      • A large freezer compartment;
      • attractive design.

      Disadvantages

      • the noisiest of the quiet ones.

      LG GC-L247 CBDC

      Rating: 4.9

      

      And the review of the best silent refrigerators in 2020 according to Expertology magazine will be finished with one more model of LG trade mark which has literally succeeded in the sphere of production of high-quality home appliances of different price categories in recent years. This model is already, we can consider, the initial premium level. In addition to the “flagship” functionality, it also features really quiet operation.

      Fridge dimensions – 91.2×73.8×179 cm, weight 114 kg. Appearance deserves a separate praise and “badge of honor”. Extremely effective exterior – the designers managed to keep trendy nowadays minimalism in high-tech style but at the same time to create inimitable style due to combination of special surface texture, shade of finishes and material of fittings.

      The premium “chip” of this model is an ice dispenser on the left side of the front, which supplies ice and ice chips for cocktails and other drinks. The water is loaded manually, without connection to the water mains, and this is not even a minus, as many people prefer to put pure bottled water for freezing.

      The chamber spaces of the refrigerator are organized as follows. The useful volume of the refrigerating chamber is 405 l and that of the freezing chamber is 196 l. In the refrigerated compartment, there are four tempered glass shelves, a separate wine shelf, a cheese and snack compartment, three door baskets, a fresh zone and two fruit and vegetable containers. Hygiene Fresh+ filter and deodorizer to control air purity. The freezer has two transparent drawers, four open shelves, two door pockets.

      The premium level of this fridge is noticeable even in the smallest details. So, for example, the shelves and containers in both chambers here with spectacular metal edgings, which not only and not so much have a decorative function, but also protect the material from cracking under load, acting as a kind of reinforcement.

      Freezing capacity in this model is up to 12 kg of food per day. In case of the electric power failure the freezing chamber keeps the cold for up to 10 hours. There is a super freezer. Door pockets, where heat loss is greatest, are additionally blown with cold air by DoorCoo technology

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      This model, too, supports remote control via a proprietary app. For this purpose it is enough for the refrigerator to connect to the home Internet via Wi-Fi.

      Advantages

      • inverter compressor;
      • “flagship” functionality;
      • High freezing capacity;
      • Long-term autonomous cold storage;
      • The quietest in the selection based on test results;
      • Most Spectacular Appearance;
      • premium accessories;
      • ice dispenser;
      • hygienic filter and deodorizer in the refrigerator compartment;
      • remote control via Wi-Fi via a proprietary app.

      Disadvantages

      • no fundamental flaws detected.
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