Top 10 Best Refrigerators in Malaysia 2024 (Energy-Saving)

Summary

• If you like French Door type fridges, check out Hisense RQ515N4AB1 or Hitachi R-W720P7M-GBK. Both of these are of about the same capacity (500+L).
• For extra-large fridges above 600L, check out LG Net GC-L257CQEL (side-by-side fridge) or Toshiba GR-AG58MA (top freezer, 2 door).
• For options below 500L, choose Haier HRF-IV498H (448L) for a budget option or LG GN-C602HLCC (478L) for better energy savings tech.

Types of Fridges

Fridges are often called by the position of the freezer, the size of the fridge or the number of doors they have. Here is one way to categorize all the freezer types out there:

• Mini Fridges.
• Single Door Fridges (no freezer).
• Top-Freezer Fridges (freezer at the top).
• Bottom-Freezer Fridges (freezer at the bottom).
• Side-by-side Fridges (freezer on either left or right).

What about French Door or 2-Door Fridges? Well, they can be either top-freezer or bottom-freezer or even side-by-side. Here’s a more detailed explanation of the Types of Fridges.

Fridge Buying Guide

Cost

A typical large fridge in Malaysia above 450L would cost around RM2000 to RM5000, depending on the brand, the extra features and proprietary technology that you won’t get anywhere else.

A basic option would be priced somewhere around RM2000 to RM3000 whereas anything north of RM4000 would usually get you additional features like auto ice maker or water dispenser with touch screen panels on the exterior.

Capacity

Capacity is a major factor when buying a refrigerator. A good-sized refrigerator for a large family of 3 – 7 people usually comes in 450L or more. Depending on the size of the family and your needs, the right capacity helps you choose the right model.

Size and Dimension

Measure the area in which you plan to place your new fridge. Look for a fridge size that fits your designated area. Consider height, width and depth.

Energy Saving Rating

When you buy a large fridge, the electricity usage may be higher than a regular refrigerator. Thus, we highly recommend you choose a refrigerator that has an inverter compressor with a high energy saving rating star. Go for a 5-star energy rating to save a lot in the long run. Also think about the effects on the environment!

Here’s a simple explanation of the Malaysian Energy Commission’s energy efficiency star rating:

• 5 Stars: +25 % ≤ Star index.
• 4 Stars: +10 % ≤ Star index < +25 %
• 3 Stars: -10 % ≤ Star index < +10 %
• 2 Stars: -25 % ≤ Star index < -10 %
• 1 Star: -35 % ≤ Star index <- 25 %

Where Star index is determined based on daily energy consumption obtained from test conducted. Hence, 5 stars appliances are the most energy efficient and 1 star, the least.