Refrigerator Reviews

Many people find it hard to beat a Subzero PRO 48 refrigerator.  This dual compressor, steel constructed high-end appliance is amongst the most popular fridge freezers on the market for those who have the funding to afford them.  Below I discuss some of the great features of the Sub-Zero Pro 48.

Flexibility of installation is great with this device.  The Pro48 can be setup as an integrated install, built-in, or even as a freestanding appliance when purchased with the optional freestanding accessory kit.

With three evaporators and two compressors, the Dual Refrigeration system of this device maintains your food at its maximum freshness. It does not suffer the drawback of cheaper fridge freezers of sharing air – and odors – between the fridge and freezer compartments.

The heavy steel construction of this refrigerator means it weighs in at over 800 pounds.  While it is not a device you would want to install yourself without assistance, you can rest assured that the rugged design lends itself too durable and reliable operation.

Standard features include a high quality water filter and automatic icemaker for the production of quality drinking water.  The shelving is cantilevered and spill proof to aid in cleanup of spills, and the device features adjustable dividers in its storage drawers.

What about pricing for the Sub-Zero Pro 48? Unfortunately, they are very expensive; pricing is comparable to some smaller new cars.   One rather unfortunate fact is that Subzero prices really are not negotiable.  The dealers are told by the manufacturer how much they can sell these exceptionally well reviewed refrigerators for, so your opportunities to haggle are limited.  Your best chance at a deal is to pick up display model that a retailer it trying to clear from the showroom floor.

As stated earlier, you require a lot of funds to purchase Sub-Zero.  However, if you can afford their refrigeration solutions they do have a lot to offer. While they cannot do much for you as far as price breaks go, the dealers’ are a pleasure to work with and offer exceptional service and delivery options.

The warranty on this refrigerator is excellent.  Not only does it come with a full one-year warranty, but it also provides five-year coverage on the sealed cooling system.  This is a good thing, as unsurprisingly if any parts should happen to break they are not going to be cheap to repair.  As with most items you might buy, the more expensive the purchase price the more expensive the maintenance.

Worthy of note is one of the options with the SubZero Pro 48.  While the default is steel doors, it is also possible to opt for a glass door for your refrigerator unit.  Whilst this option may not be for everyone, if you wish to display the contents of your fridge it is definitely worth considering.  The glass door is well insulated so should have only minimal effects on the devices operating costs.

For the well-heeled homeowner who wants only the best for their kitchen, the Sub Zero PRO48 has a lot going for it.

One small refrigerator freezer combination unit that has recently come on the market is the Avanti RA752PST. This particular appliance is quite popular with shoppers due to its extensive feature set for a very low price. In this article, I review this refrigerator.

With a small footprint, this fridge is great for kitchens where space is at a premium.  Its width and depth dimension are less than 2 feet each way, and it is only 55 inches tall. This makes it a great match for tight corners!

With less than 8 cubic feet of internal storage this is not a huge capacity device, but that is a decent capacity given how small the external dimensions are.  It is not a TARDIS after all!

The RA752PST is very affordable – a little over 300 dollars – yet surprisingly attractive.  The two combination of black with metallic doors makes for an appealing contrast.

Storage options abound inside.  It includes door bins with 2-liter bottle capacity, as well as several easily adjustable glass shelves for maximum flexibility.  A veggie crisper is also included for fresh produce storage.

The fridge freezer is flexible in other ways too.  It has adjustable legs to help with installation on rough surfaces, and features reversible doors.  You cannot ask for much more than that.

At around 317kWh energy usage per year this device is relatively cheap to operate.  And for anyone shopping for cheap refrigerators low operating costs like this are going to be a must have.

Some people have even been using this small refrigerator in boats and RVs. While not really designed for these applications, this model is certainly a lot cheaper than buying a traditional Dometic or Norcold fridge from the brands that specialize in those markets.

If you do buy one of these Avanti RA752PST for those purposes do be sure you know what you are doing.  RV and boating involve a lot of vibration – and even salt water –, which is potentially dangerous when combined incorrectly with electrical appliances.

Many of the major online appliance manufacturers such as ABT, Buy.com and AJMadison sell the RA752PST, but you may to contend with shipping costs since this model by itself will generally not pricey enough to exceed their free shipping purchase thresholds.

If you can double up on your purchase and buy another appliance at the same time, you may be able to have this small fridge delivered right to your door free.  Buying combination packages may be the way to go her.

Failing that a trip to a local appliance manufacturer may help reduce your shipping costs, though more than likely you will have to pay sales tax on your purchase if you choose that option.

Regardless of how they purchase this model, most buyers agree that this particular refrigerator offers a great combination of low price and modern functionality.  It is well reviewed and is a big seller at many of the retailers that stock it.  The Avanti RA752PST is hard to beat for the value for money it offers.