Buying a refrigerator is a big investment for many people, especially for those that live in large families in India. Even so, it has become somewhat of a necessity these days. If you get a good model, it can serve you for almost ten years on average. Most families opt to own a double door refrigerator, and most brands make these models using advanced technology and energy-saving mechanisms.
A double door refrigerator brings with it dual benefits – the refrigerator and freezer represent two separate compartments, one for cooling and the other for freezing respectively. Saving a great deal of space, typical sizes are 235 litres and upwards. The Indian market is brimming with the best refrigerators when it comes to double door models.
Nonetheless, there is no such thing as the best fridge for everyone. That title should be reserved for any double door refrigerator that meets your standards of operation and matches your requirements. Still, when you go into the market, even though you have some idea of what you want, you tend to get confused about what to buy. Your task can be made easier if you know what features to look for, enabling you to make an informed decision.
Advantages of Double Door Refrigerators
Choosing the right double door refrigerator can take some time and effort. You will have to think of storage requirements, storage capacity, special features like shelving and door size, along with the door spaces. Double door refrigerators are frost-free fridges that have a uniform cooling system via automatic fans. Cool air gets dispersed evenly throughout the refrigeration area. Food stays fresher for longer this way.
Defrosting takes place automatically, and there is no formation of ice whatsoever. Some argue that the exterior of these fridges heat up quickly, but this has no impact on the air circulation that the best fridges in this category manage excellently. Most of these refrigerators are highly advanced appliances, and come with an average energy rating of three stars. These kinds of ratings bring down power bills by nearly 20 – 30%.
The Compressor
Compressors of double door refrigerators are of the inverter type; this means that the compressor is able to run at speeds that are compatible with respect to the cooling load of the fridge. When the interior fridge temperature sees a drop, the compressor works at a lesser level of power, and vice versa. This is actually what conserves energy and keeps temperature ideal inside the fridge. Having two doors saves energy in a way, as you only have to open one door when you are using the compartment you want. This isn’t possible with single door refrigerators. The most common double door refrigerators have top-mounted freezers.
More recently, bottom freezers have also become a hit with the consumers. As you tend to use the cooling section rather than the freezer more, this lets you bend down less to access the part of the refrigerators that is frequently used.
High-end double door refrigerators have side-by-side doors, resembling a wardrobe. One side is the freezer and the other is the fridge. On the freezer side, there may be an icemaker, from where instant ice is available at the push of a button. The other side may have a water dispenser. These models are available in India, and are gradually coming into their own. They are very large and need more space, so aren’t the first choice for a double-door refrigerator.
Brands at your Fingertips
The best double door refrigerators are made by the following brands (models are specified):
- Samsung 253 L Double Door Frost Free Fridge 2 Star (MRT28T3782UT/HL)
- LG 687 L Side-by-side Frost Free Refrigerator (GC-B247SLUV.APZQEBN)
- Haier 258 L Frost Free 3 Star Double Door Fridge (HEF-25TDS)
You can easily buy the refrigerator you want by using the Bajaj Finserv EMI Network Card, which allows you to take home the appliance without paying any cash upfront. You can repay the amount in easy monthly instalments, in tenors ranging from 3 to 24 months.
