Hladnjaci s aparatima za led i dispenzerima za vodu

Budući da su hladnjaci ključna kupnja za kućanstva, robne marke su nastojale diverzificirati njihove karakteristike i funkcionalnost kako bi se izdvojile od konkurencije. Uz tehnologiju, lakoću upotrebe i praktičnost kao neke od najvećih čimbenika kada je riječ o novim hladnjacima, značajke poput ledomata i dispenzera za vodu postale su novo bojno polje za mnoge robne marke.

Na današnjem tržištu većina novih modela – iznad određene cijene – sada dolazi s dispenzerom za vodu i led, što obiteljima omogućuje da dobiju čašu hladne vode ravno iz hladnjaka bez otvaranja vrata – zgodna funkcija za one koji piju samo hladnu vodu vodu i kućanstva koja se vole zabavljati.

Uz mnoštvo modela i marki koje su sada dostupne s dispenzerima za led i vodu, pronalaženje onog koji će odgovarati preferencijama vašeg kućanstva i proračunu ovisit će o drugim značajkama. Pročitajte naš vodič za hladnjake s dispenzerima za led i vodu i saznajte što možete dobiti za svoj novac.

Hladnjaci s dispenzerima za vodu i led

Ovi brendovi trenutno nude hladnjake s dozatorima vode i leda:

• Bosch
• Electrolux
• Fisher &Paykel
• Haier
• Hisense
• LG
• Samsung
• Smeg
• Westinghouse

Bosch

Poznat u više industrija, Bosch je proširio svoje poslovanje sa svoje izvorne automobilske baštine na kućanske aparate. Među njegovim širokim asortimanom proizvoda je skromni hladnjak, uključujući donje i gornje modele, kao i popularne sustave side-by-side dostupni za sve veličine kućanstava, bez obzira na to koliko gladnih usta morate nahraniti.

Dispenzeri za vodu nisu dostupni na nekim modelima, a hladnjaci Serije 6 i Serije 8 najbolje su opcije za one koji nakon te funkcije. Obje serije dolaze s nizom dodatnih značajki i funkcija, uključujući VitaFresh Plus, koji će vaše voće i povrće održati svježim dvostruko dulje, prema Boschu, kao i tehnologiju NoFrost.

Kapaciteti će varirati između modela, ali Bosch bi mogao biti dobra opcija za vaše kućanstvo bez obzira na to koliko prostora trebate za namirnice.

• Boschevi modeli često također uključuju rad TouchControl, koji vam pomaže postaviti temperaturu i druge značajke.

Electrolux

Electrolux je globalna tvrtka za kućanske aparate s markama uključujući AEG, Anova, Frigidaire, Westinghouse i Zanussi. Ako tražite hladnjak sa značajkom pravljenja leda i točenja vode, pronaći ćete nekoliko u asortimanu francuskih vrata, kao i u nekim uspravnim i modelima za donju montažu.

Electrolux je svoje dispenzere za vodu dizajnirao tako da budu 'ultra-tanki' i većina nudi kontinuirano hladnu filtriranu vodu, kao i kockice i zdrobljeni led samo pritiskom na gumb. To će biti korisno na večerima zabave!

• Hladnjaci Electrolux nude i druge izvrsne funkcije kao što su SnackZone pretinac za pohranu (kako bi grickalice ostale svježe) i TasteLock posuda za povrće.

Fisher &Paykel

Fisher &Paykel već je dugo cijenjena robna marka u zajednici kućanskih aparata, s godinama u industriji, kao i širokim rasponom proizvoda koji ga čine izborom za mnoge potrošače. S različitim dostupnim hladnjacima, uključujući integrirane hladnjake s francuskim vratima, modele s donjom montažom, kao i modele koji se nalaze jedan uz drugoga, Fisher &Paykel potrošačima daje obilje opcija za one koji traže dozator vode i leda, sa značajkom dostupnom u većini modela vrste.

Iako će Fisher &Paykel imati dispenzer za vodu i led dostupan na najmanje jednom modelu po asortimanu, potrošači će morati pogledati ostale značajke hladnjaka prije nego što odluče s kojim izaći. Međutim, ako tražite ledomat, asortiman postaje daleko manji, iako će svaka vrsta hladnjaka imati nekoliko opcija za potrošače.

• Fisher &Paykel ledomati dizajnirani su u posebnoj posudi za zamrzavanje, koja se može isključiti kako bi se povećao prostor zamrzivača.

Haier

Haier je najpoznatiji po asortimanu pristupačnih kućanskih aparata, uređaja za kuhanje i pranje rublja. Za svoje hladnjake, robna marka koristi FresherTechs (skup tehnologija za hlađenje) kako bi sve različite namirnice u vašem hladnjaku bile optimalno očuvane, a istovremeno zadržale njihovu hranjivu vrijednost, izgled i okus.

Za modele s dozatorima za led i vodu, Haier nudi samo nekoliko, ali po vrlo razumnim cijenama, od 1199 USD za model s donjom montažom. Neki modeli također dolaze s dozatorom vode koji se može ponovno puniti, što uklanja potrebu za spajanjem cijevi za vodu na jedinicu. Hladnjaci bez vodovoda obično koriste spremnik vode za pravljenje leda i vode.

• Haier fridges come with a 24-month parts and labour manufacturer’s warranty for extra peace of mind.

Hisense

Offering a cheaper option for consumers, Hisense still has a large range of fridge varieties and models to suit all household sizes and preferences, with French door, side-by-side, top and bottom-mounted fridges all available in a range of capacity sizes and finishes.

If the water dispenser and ice maker are the only defining parameters you’re interested in, then Hisense will be able to meet your requirements, with models across the entire range coming with the features. The water dispensers are less common though, with the French door range most likely to have what you desire.

Other common features from Hisense models include LED displays with touch control, a super freeze function to keep the ice cream from melting on those hot days, as well as interior, LED lighting to help with those late night fridge raids.

• All Hisense fridges come with a three-year warranty.
• Hisense’s ice makers are all moveable twist units, allowing for easy access.

LG

A heavyweight of the home appliance and electronics markets, LG has a variety of fridges available for Australian consumers to choose from, with all styles and capacities catered for.

LG’s fridge range includes both bottom and top-mounted fridges, as well as the popular side-by-side and French door models, with integrated fridges also available to suit your kitchen aesthetic. Capacities also range from 223L up to 906L, with each available in a range of colours and finishes, including stainless steel models.

For those after a water dispenser, the majority of LG’s French door range contains the feature, with LG catering for users by expanding the dispenser to fit a water bottle size container. Additionally, LG also offers digital controls for easier filling, as well as a childlock to prevent spills.

• LG also offers a Slim Indoor Ice Maker, allowing for more freezer space for households, with the ice maker built into the fridge door.

Samsung

An electronics company that has been making moves into the home appliance market, Samsung has become an increasingly popular choice for households, with technological features making the simple fridge exciting to use.

Samsung has a wide range of fridges to suit all kitchen styles and needs, with French door, side-by-side and traditional models now available. All Samsung fridges come with Twin Cooling, allowing for regular cooling airflow throughout the fridge, keeping your food fresh and cold. The higher-end models also offer the Family Hub feature, which is a display set up on the fridge door, allowing households to leave notes, order groceries as well as search the internet for recipes.

• Some Samsung models won’t have an ice maker but will have an ice dispenser, meaning you can still cool your drink without limiting your freezer space.

Smeg

Italian brand Smeg is renowned for its 50s retro-style appliances, including toasters, kettles, coffee machines, plus more. Its refrigerator range features retro-chic models in freestanding, single door and fridge freezer combined options. Smeg also offers two fridges with an ice and water dispenser, although these will set you back upwards of $4,000. Both have the ice and water dispenser located in the fridge door, allowing for an easily fill up of chilled filtered water as well as cubed or crushed ice. The fridge’s digital control display is also located on the front panel where you can set the temperature of the fridge and freezer sections.

• Smeg fridges all feature a two-year manufacturer’s warranty, which covers labour and parts, plus standard wear and tear faults.

Westinghouse

Westinghouse is a common name in appliances, with the company providing possibly the largest fridge range on the market for Aussie consumers to check out. Offering all types of finishes to suit your kitchen’s aesthetic, Westinghouse also offers a wide variety of large-capacity models for larger households.

For those after water and ice dispensers, the French door model may be the best option to consider, as there is more variety in terms of capacities and functions. Otherwise, consumers will still be able to grab a cold glass of water from Westinghouse’s bottom-mounted models.

• Other Westinghouse features include adjustable door shelves, as well as adjustable crispers to help keep your fruit and veggies fresh.
• For those after just a fridge unit, Westinghouse also provide Vertical Fridges, which are essentially the same size as a fridge and freezer, just without the freezer component.

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Is a water dispenser &ice maker worth the money?

Water dispensers and ice makers are handy features to have, as they not only allow your family and guests to keep cool during those hot days, but they may also help you save energy in the long run, as there is no need to open the fridge door and allow the cool air to escape.

However, there are a few things to note before you set your heart on a water dispenser and ice maker:

• Some water dispensers will require plumbing installation to work, meaning you may have to fork over more cash than you were expecting in order to properly set up your fridge
• Depending on what water lines you’re connected to, you may need to also install a filter within your fridge, which will cost extra and have to be replaced and maintained
• Ice makers are handy but will take up space in your freezer, which could leave you playing Tetris every time you go grocery shopping

If the only parameters you have for purchasing a new fridge are the water dispenser and ice maker, you may find the whole process confusing and stressful as fridges have evolved to offer more for households to use and enjoy. Capacity, energy efficiency, adjustable storage space, and even display screens are all available across a range of models and brands, meaning that it’s best to do your research before you purchase.

However, if you’re up to the task, there are plenty of brands and models available with water dispensers and ice makers, meaning you’ll have plenty to choose from.