A refrigerator is now a must-have appliance in any household. And one of the most popular options has to be the humble two-door configuration. Not only is this combination larger, but keeping the freezer separate from the main cooler means that you get more room in both sections. And who is going to say no to that?
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Things to consider when buying a double door refrigerator
Capacity: Capacity is the amount of storage space that a refrigerator has. The higher the capacity, the more items you can store inside. Also, do keep in mind what sort of items to plan to keep cool. If you plan to cool a lot of bottles, then you would need better door storage with options for large bottles too.
Size: Don’t confuse ‘size’ with ‘capacity’. The overall size of the fridge means its footprint, which is the amount of space it will take up in a room. Check out the footprint of a fridge before buying it to ensure that your house has room for it.
Energy efficiency: Since the refrigerator will be on 24×7, you should definitely consider energy efficiency. Otherwise, you might just end up with a pretty hefty bill. Thankfully, doing this is pretty easy as all you need to do is look at the energy star rating. The more stars an appliance has, the greater its energy efficiency.
Additional features: Modern refrigerators come with a myriad of features on offer. This could include water/ice dispensers, adjustable shelves, deodorisers, convertible freezers and more. So ensure that you learn about all these features and make the choice based on your requirements.
Two-door refrigerators to check out on Croma for less than Rs 30,000
LG 260 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator with Multi Air Flow System (GL-N292DDSY.ADSZEB, Dazzle Steel)
This refrigerator from LG offers a very reasonable capacity of 260 liters which is fine for most small families. The appliance also comes with LG’s Smart Inverter Compressor technology. This optimises the energy consumed by the fridge while running on a home inverter. This helps consume less power and lets your home inverter run for longer. Other features of the refrigerator include a humidity controller and an anti-bacterial gasket.
Samsung 236 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator with Deodorizer (RT28C3042S8/HL, Elegant Inox)
This particular refrigerator from Samsung offers a reasonable capacity of 236 liters, which is fine for most couples or small families. It also offers Digital Inverter Technology that does not abruptly start or stop. This helps ensure consistent and uniform cooling which also lowers energy consumption. There is also Samsung’s Twin Cooling System that cools the air for the fridge and freezer separately. Thai ensures that the two compartments are at their optimal cooling conditions.
Whirlpool NeoFresh 265 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator with Deep Freeze Technology (NEO DF278 PRM ARCT, Arctic Steel)
This refrigerator from Whirlpool offers a large capacity of 265 liters, which should be fine for small couples. It uses a rotary compressor that uses fewer parts as compared to other forms of compressor technology. This makes it a more efficient option. Other features include MicroBlock Technology, Odour Free, and Freshflow Air Tower.
Candy 258 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Convertible Refrigerator with Multi Air Flow System (CDD2582MS, Moon Silver)
This refrigerator from Candy is very well-priced for what it has to offer. For starters, you get a capacity of 258 liters, which makes it ideal for couples or small families. It features a 4-in-1 convertible function wherein users can tweak between four different modes to depending on their needs and requirements. Other features include an anti-fungal gasket and a deodorising filter.
TOSHIBA 272 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator with AG+ Bio Deodorizer (GR-RT328WE-PMI, Satin Grey)
This refrigerator from Toshiba offers a large capacity of 272 liters, which is good enough for small families. A neat little feature of the fridge is the ability for users to arrange door pockets based on their needs. The flexibility can come in handy when storing large bottles or if you want additional storage space for snacks.
Croma 270 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator with Multi Air Flow System (CRLR272FFC259601, Shining Silver)
Croma products tend to offer impressive value and this refrigerator is no different. It offers a large capacity of 270 liters at a very impressive price. This makes it a very good option for small families looking for excellent value. It should also be noted that the fridge can work on its own. So you do not need to buy a stabilise with it. Other features include SAF Clean Technology and Deodorizing Filter.
Haier 258 Litres 2 Star Frost Free Double Door Convertible Refrigerator with Turbo Icing Technology (HEF-25TDS, Dazzle Steel)
This refrigerator from Haier offers a reasonable capacity of 258 liters, which should be fine for couples or small families. It also comes with 5-in-1 convertible technology that lets you switch modes and alter cooling in the compartments. This flexibility can come in handy when you have extra storage needs and little need for the freezer. Other features include Anti-Fungal Gasket, and, Stabilizer Free Operation.
