When it is time to change the refrigerator, the main issue is not in choosing a manufacturer, but in the system - No Frost (No-frost) or drip? Turning to friends for advice, a definite answer to this question cannot be obtained. Some people basically use a refrigerator with a classic drip system due to the fact that supposedly the food does not dry. Others are exclusively for no-frost, due to the lack of moisture on the back wall. In any case, the choice must be approached wisely, having considered all the pros and cons.
Igor Markov
Drip refrigerators never stop fighting Know-Forst for its place in the market. New technological solutions are tipping the scales in one direction or the other. It is very difficult to name a refrigerator model that will definitely suit you. But we will give a number of tips to help you choose a refrigerator that fully meets your needs. Let's first consider the fundamental differences between these systems.
Consider the fundamental difference between the no-frost system and the drip
"No frost" is translated from English as the absence of frost. Refrigerators of this system, if used correctly, will never be covered with a crust of ice. The ventilation system located inside the case ensures continuous air circulation preventing the formation of condensation, which is the cause of ice.
The system was invented for people living in tropical and subtropical climates characterized by their high humidity. Drip systems in such a climate, you have to constantly defrost, and no-frost solved this problem by lack of moisture inside their chambers. Lack of moisture in our climatic conditions leads to drying out of products in refrigeration units with such a system. But the problem is solved by using special plastic containers and plastic bags for food.
Drip systems have a fundamentally different device. The evaporating system on the back of the refrigerator promotes condensation. The system assumes that the resulting moisture flows into the container intended for it, from which it then evaporates. The system brings a little inconvenience in cases where the drain is clogged. Water begins to collect at the bottom, directly under the vegetable drawers. Although the problem does not arise with proper care of the technique.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of different systems.
To facilitate the process of comparing the two systems, we have compiled for you a visual table, with the main advantages and disadvantages of each.
| Drip refrigerators | Refrigerators "NO FROST" | ||
| Advantages | disadvantages | Advantages | disadvantages |
| A much larger assortment of the model range. | Defrosting required, at least twice a year. | No special care required (for hygienic purposes, it is recommended to wipe the inner surfaces once a year) | The volume of the refrigerator is smaller, due to the need to install a fan system inside the case. |
| More affordable prices | The temperature range differs by several degrees between the upper and lower compartments | Constant temperature of all compartments of the refrigerator | Some models are very noisy (pay attention to the characteristics) |
| Capable of saving up to 30% energy | The drip system does not work in the freezer compartment. | Fast freezing of food. | More energy-consuming compared to drip refrigerators. |
| Quiet operation (to understand how much is possible only during operation) | Condensation on the rear wall surface. | The no-frost system works in the same way in the freezer compartment. | High cost of refrigerators with know-forst |
| The lack of a fan allows more space for the camera. | The temperature in the cells is restored for a long time. | Rapid recovery of the temperature regime after closing the refrigerator door. | |
| No condensation on the rear wall surface. | |||
Considering the shortcomings of each system, do not imagine the worst case. The loudness of the working no-frost is very relative, there are drip refrigerators that create much more noise. In general, quite a few tales have already been invented about know-frost.
Legends about "No frost" refrigerators
The most common consumer misconceptions about no-frost refrigerators.
- Drying of all products under the influence of dry air in the refrigerator compartment. The problem is eliminated by using cling film and containers. Some products are stored longer in a dry environment. The same users of drip refrigerators close the food to avoid unpleasant odors inside the chamber.
- Refrigerators with “No Frost” system do not need defrosting. The refrigerator requires maintenance and at least once a year, it must be washed in order to prevent the spread of harmful microorganisms. Washing the refrigerator involves disconnecting from the power supply and, as a result, inevitable defrosting.
- The no-frost chambers of refrigerators are much smaller. Ventilation, of course, takes up some space, but manufacturers offer a large selection of models, making it possible to purchase a refrigerator of the required volume.
The latest recommendations for choosing a refrigerator.
- When choosing a refrigerator, look at the documentation and separately evaluate all its parameters.
- Do not wash drip refrigerators, in particular the back wall, during operation.
- Every refrigerator requires care and hygiene measures.
- When buying a refrigerator, take care of plastic containers, they will be equally useful for every system.
Our recommendations will help you understand the difference between refrigerators and decide which model is right for you.
