There is no home without a Kitchen and it is the central hub of our home. Likewise, no kitchen is complete without a reliable and attractive refrigerator. Shopping for a fridge can be tiresome with the range of them like the price point, features, and styles. If your family is small to medium-sized or a bachelor, then a single-door refrigerator can be your choice.

They come with a wide range of advantages and consume very less energy than double door models. This list is based on direct cool or DC technology and falls under the price range of INR 15,000. Over the past years, there has been a huge advancement in single-door models with natural convection. This can keep your food and produce fresher without consuming too much energy.

List of 6 Best Single-Door Refrigerators

1. Whirlpool Single Door Refrigerator

2. Haier Single Door Refrigerator

3. Samsung Single Door Refrigerator

4. LG Single Door Refrigerator

5. Godrej Single Door Refrigerator

6. Lloyd Single Door Refrigerator

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1. Whirlpool Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 190 Liters with a fresh food capacity of 158.5 liters and comes with a freezer capacity of 14. Liters. Suitable for families with 2 or 3 members.
• Efficiency:- 3-star energy efficiency with electricity consumption of 168 units per year and the type of this model is DC or Direct cool.
• Toughened Shelves:- Also includes toughened glass shelves which can be adjusted as well. You can store any heavy things directly on the shelves without worrying about breakage.
• Manual defrosting:- This Whirlpool fridge comes with an easy defrosting mechanism that ensures quick cooling and is easy to use as well.
• Stabilizer Free:- You can use this product directly without a stabilizer but make sure that the power fluctuations in between 130V to 300V.
• Spacious Storage:- Comes with super spacious bottle storage space that allows you to store up to three 2L bottles and five 1L bottles.
• Honey Comb Technology:- The Veggie box comes with a lock-in technology that seals in the moisture in your products which can keep them fresh and crisp for longer. The box is also large and spacious so that you don’t run out of space.
• Quick Chill Zone:- Includes a chiller for storing milk packets and cans at optimum cooling. It also includes an easy slide action.
• Auto Connect to Inverter:- This feature connects the refrigerator directly to the home inverter when there is a power cut to ensure regular cooling and maintains long-lasting freshness. This can connect to >= 2.5 KVA inverter.

✔ Pros

• Comes with 9 hours of cooling ability 
• Energy efficient 
• Long-lasting cooling even after a powercut 
• Innovative features

❌ Cons

• Customer support needs to be enriched

I have listed Whirlpool on the first because it’s super durable and can last longer until you want to dispose of it. They come with 9 hours of cooling retention when there is a power shutdown, which means you get cooling for a longer period when there is no power. Whirlpool refrigerators are known for their insulated capillary technology which takes the refrigerant from the compressor to the freezer. This leads to cold gas offering you the benefit of better cooling, and efficiency for up to nine hours.

After using it for a month now, I finally settled to bring up this post. I got it delivered from Amazon within a couple of days and you can use the product directly as its free-standing installation. But in case you need any assistance then you can call their customer care for free installation. The only drawback I faced is that you need to defrost often as the ice gets quickly accumulated in the freezer.

This is a budget-friendly refrigerator out there and you get what you have paid for. It can get chilled within 25 to 30 minutes and I love the interiors, they are so spacious as well. Priced at INR 12,740 at the time of review, but I bought them lesser than this around INR 9,000. You also get two variants of the same models and the only difference is the star rating.

Apart from the new–tech features you also get basic features like the anti-bacterial gasket that can be removed to keep the door clean and prevent bacteria and fungi growth. This results in healthy and hygienic food for a longer time and the brand is also offering a 1-year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor.

2. Haier Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 195 liters suitable for medium-sized families of two or three. Come with 19 liters freezer capacity and 176L fresh food capacity.
• Efficiency:- 4-star rating with annual electricity consumption of 130 units. The type of this fridge is direct cool or DC.
• Toughened Shelves:- The toughened glass shelves are made with solid glass that can hold heavy pots and pans.
• Stabilizer Free:- This product can work on a low power supply as low as 135V and doesn’t need a stabilizer. Talk to the service provider about this.
• Large Vegetable Box:- This fridge comes with an extra-large veggie box that can occupy a lot of produce. Its spacious design allows sufficient airflow to keep them fresh for longer.
• Defrost Button:- Quick defrost with just a touch of a button. You can now defrost the ice stored in the freezer instantly.
• Hour Icing:- You don’t have to wait for more than an hour, this product is capable of making icing in just an hour along with super-fast cooling.
• Other Features:- Comes with a door lock, refrigerant gas R600a, clean back, and bottle guard are some of the other features of the product.

✔ Pros

• Super fast cooling 
• Clean back
• Quick defrost 
• Large capacity

❌ Cons

• The bottom shelf is smaller

If you are looking for a single-door fridge that comes within the price tag of INR 18,000 that comes with effective cooling then this is good. It is suitable for bachelors and small families as well. Fabulous cooling makes ice strong and you need to defrost it once a week. Unlike other refrigerators which regularly defrost in a couple of days, this doesn’t do that. Electricity consumption is also very low which is why I have listed this on the second list in this blog post.

This direct cool fridge offers an aesthetic and sleek design and is available in attractive colors and various options that add that gleam touch to your kitchen. Also equipped with an anti-fungal gasket that can keep the door corners safe and free from bacteria and fungi. Another important feature of this product is that it has a PUF insulation or Polyurethane rigid foam that helps in retaining low temperatures efficiently for enhanced cooling.

Apart from the so–cool features, there are a few drawbacks as well. Users have complained that the bottom shelf is a bit smaller than other conventional models and the legs are not strong enough to hold the entire weight of the product. I also felt the same and I was also not satisfied with the compartments as they were not adjustable like other products of the same category. Apart from these, this fridge is a product to consider when you are in search of the best single-door segment.

Priced at INR16,200 and includes 10 years warranty on the compressor and one year on the product. The compressor that this model holds is with reciprocatory one that is perfect for optimum cooling. This product is also environmentally friendly and comes with Refrigerant gas R600 that has very less global warming potential (GWP).

3. Samsung Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 198 liters suitable for small families of up to three members and bachelors. It comes with a freezer capacity of 24 liters and with 174 liters of fresh food capacity.
• Efficiency:- 4-star energy efficiency rating with electricity consumption of 131 units per year. The type of this fridge is DC or Direct Cool.
• Toughened Glass:- You can store heavy bottom pans and pots directly on the glass shelves conveniently and safely no matter how heavy they are.
• Full Freshness:- There is also a vegetable box that allows you to store fruits and veggies for up to 15 days with the same freshness as you bought them.
• Base Stand Drawer:- There is also a base stand drawer that can allow you to store food items that don’t need cold storage like potatoes and garlic onions.
• Runs on Home Inverter:- Equipped with Smart Connect Inverter that runs when there is a power cut keeping the produce fresh and crisp.
• Runs on Solar:- If your home is equipped with a solar panel then you can connect this product to it and use it when there is electricity within the range of 100V to 300V range. If the voltage increases too much Stabilizer Free Operation automatically cuts the power supply.
• Other Features:- Fresh room, clean lamp view, and base stand drawer for storing dry produce like onions and tomatoes are also equipped in this model.

✔ Pros

• Stabilizer free 
• Also works on home inverter 
• Can be used for solar power 
• Can maintain garden freshness

❌ Cons

• Too much water dripping

This single-door refrigerator is an excellent buy if you are looking for a feature-loaded product. This Direct cool fridge is so economical and offers excellent cooling without fluctuation. Why I want to list this on the list is that it works longer for less which means it has a digital inverter compressor that can adjust its speed in response to the demand for cooling. Also, it can work very calmly. The brand is offering a hefty manufacturing warranty for up to 1 year on the product and 10 years on the compressor.

Another benefit you get from buying a Samsung refrigerator is that you get an installation advantage which means within 48 hours you will get installation arrangements but you need to register a request. The clean back on the product ensures that you don’t see any wiring and coil. From my usage experience, the product offers excellent cooling but you need to defrost every three days as ice accumulation is more.

Apart from the good, some users have also complained that there is so much water dripping both outside and inside. That might be because of ice getting accumulated in the freezer. Like other brands, also includes an anti-bacterial gasket that prevents the build-up of bacteria and fungi inside the product. So that your produce is fresh and refreshing and you get two different options like the Camellia Purple and Camellia Blue. The one I have reviewed here is the camellia purple, priced at INR 16,650.

4. LG Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 190 Litres suitable for medium-sized families with up to 3 members. Comes with a fresh food capacity of 168 liters and a freezer with 22 liters.
• Energy Rating:- 4 Star rating with electricity consumption of 131 units per year. Save you more energy and offers direct cool features.
• Toughened Glass:- The glass shelves can hold up to 175 kg, you don’t have to worry about putting your heavy bottom pans directly into the fridge anymore.
• Stabilizer Free:- The LG direct cool comes with a stabilizer-free option with a voltage range of up to 90 to 310V which can mean that you can use the product without a stabilizer too.
• Moist n Fresh:- Equipped with a lattice-type box that can maintain moisture at an optimum level when the moisture from the food stored is evaporated and then condensed on the lattice.
• Smart Inverter Compressor:- Designed with this feature to offer top-notch performance that can save you more with silent operation as well.
• Based Stand With Drawer:- Like Samsung, this is also equipped with a based stand drawer that allows you to store produce that doesn’t need cold storage.
• Other Features:- Some of the other features are an anti-bacterial gasket, door lock, and smart connect technology.

✔ Pros

• Stabilizer free 
• Comes with an inverter compressor 
• Unique design 
• Priced moderately

❌ Cons

• Unresponsive customer support

LG is offering a unique range of fridges with smart inverter compressor technology which can offer you great savings, durability, and high efficiency. It also includes a smart connect feature that helps the users to connect their refrigerator to the home inverter when there is a power shutdown. This offers you the convenience of storing food for a longer period without spoilage. These are tested at their labs under strict testing conditions.

One of the best features that I adore the most in the LG is that it can make the fastest ice. It comes with direct cool technology that can make fast ice in just 108 minutes. If you are looking for a 4-star rating refrigerator that comes with the fastest cooling with additional features then this is what you need to buy. This is priced at INR 15,000 and available in various color options from Blue, Silver, Brown, and Red. The one I tested is silver.

If you wish to go a little more on your budget then the LG 190L 5-star rating priced at INR 17,490 (at the time of the review) can be your choice. It comes with the same features as the previous one and the only difference is the star rating. You also get color options in this model as well like multicolored, shiny steel, red and blue glow. Like other brands, this also comes with one year warranty on the product and 10 years on the compressor.

5. Godrej Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 190 liters suitable for small to medium-sized families. Comes with a fresh food capacity of 159.14 liters and a freezer capacity of 18.74 liters.
• Efficiency:- 5-star rating with electricity consumption of 104 units per year. The type of this fridge is direct cool.
• Toughened Glass:- Also equipped with toughened glass shelves which can withstand weight up to 150 kgs.
• Dry Storage:- Includes a dedicated dry storage bottom which allows you to store veggies like onions, potatoes, and garlic (you need to buy them separately)
• Stabilizer Free:- Includes a smart inverter compressor that can also work without a stabilizer with a voltage range of 90 to 310V.
• Vegetable Tray:- The product has a large veggie tray that can hold up to 20 liters. You can stock up on fruits and vegetables in the tray.
• Inverter Technology:- Equipped with advanced inverter technology that used different speed compressor which adjusts to their operations which results in great efficiency, silent operation, and durability.
• Other Features:- Includes a deodorizer and you don’t have to worry about bad smells on the fridge anymore.

✔ Pros

• High efficient 
• Comes with a dry storage tray 
• Has a deodorizer 
• Large capacity

❌ Cons

• The base drawer comes with an investment

I’m writing this review after using it for a couple of weeks now and I must say that it’s an excellent brand that is highly energy-efficient as well. The product offers uniform cooling with more space and yet offers uniform cooling tough, it is also equipped with advanced inverter technology. It comes with a variable-speed compressor that adjusts its operations seamlessly, resulting in higher efficiency, durability, and silent operation.

There is an anti-drip chiller technology with insulation under the chiller tray which ensures no water droplet formation. You get two variants the 5 stars and the 4 stars and one I have listed here is the 5 stars-rated product priced at INR 16,990. Apart from the basic features this also comes with an anti-drip chiller technology which has insulation under the chiller tray that ensures there is no water droplet formation.

The drawback of this product is that there is a base drawer for which you need to spend INR 1000 more. And the quality of the plastic is very poor. The ice tray which is included is also small and the plastic is not satiable. Overall, the product is great for the money you have invested and I strongly recommend you if you are looking for an affordable, yet effective buy.  

I would like to mention the LG Single Door refrigerator in the list and priced above INR 17,000 and available in various colors like Blue Glow, Purple, Red, Shiny Steel, and Multicolored. Make sure to check them out as well. 

6. Lloyd Single Door Refrigerator

★Why You Choose This Refrigerator

• Capacity:- 255 liters suitable for families with medium-sized or up to 4 members. Also suitable for bachelors as well.
• Efficiency:- 3-star rating with up to 175 units of electricity consumption per year and the type of this refrigerator is direct cool.
• Home Inverter Connect:- This product can connect automatically to your home inverter when there is a power shutdown and offers you regular cooling helping in maintaining longer freshness.
• Bactishield Technology:- This can prevent up to 99% bacterial growth and offers your food the freshness you want.
• HoneyComb Crisper:- This feature can lock in the moisture in your vegetable and fruits which results in optimum humidity for longer freshness.
• Other Features:- Also includes a large bottle storage basket in the door, fast ice making, humidity control, and a back shield are some of the features.

✔ Pros

• Quick ice making 
• Bactishield technology
• Large capacity 
• Can work on home inverter

❌ Cons

• Expensive

One of the most expensive single-door refrigerators on the list! Priced at INR 19,083 at the time of review and comes with attractive features. The premium aesthetics of the product makes it a “Must Buy” as it features a cool look with crown shape door that can complement any home décor. One of the features of this product is the flex max design; it comes with adjustable glass shelves that allow you to store efficiently and offers extra storage space for products of various sizes and shapes.

The easy-to-clean door gasket offers you that extra grip you want that can prevent the entry of bacteria inside the product and it helps in maintaining the freshness for longer. If you are looking for an innovative product and budget is not a constraint then this product will suit you better than the others listed above. There is also a dedicated quick chilling zone that can be used to store milk and dairy products.

You get various color options like Dark Steel, royal grey, Stellata blue, and Stellata Wine. The one I’m reviewing here is the Stellata Blue. This product also works without a stabilizer and can work at a wide voltage range. It is also equipped with an advanced compressor and superior built quality at lower noise levels. You can use the product without any disturbance due to the high noise level of other products.

 Frequently Ask Questions:-

1. Why choose single-door refrigerators?

Unlike other models, these consume very little energy and are efficient as well. On average, they consume only thirty to forty percent less power consumption. They also use DC or direct cooling technology with natural convection.

2. What are the cons of single-door fridges?

They come with direct cool technology and don’t have a frost-free advantage. If you are looking for affordable refrigerators then a single door can be a choice to consider. But it is not suitable for large families as of space limitations.

3. What is the maximum capacity of Single door refrigerators?

They come with 300 liters capacity and do not exceed more than that. If you are looking for a larger capacity fridge then consider double-door models.

4. Do I have to use a refrigerator with a stabilizer?

If your refrigerator comes with an inbuilt stabilizer and your voltage fluctuation is at a specific level, then you don’t need a stabilizer. As these models are designed to protect the product from power cuts and come with an overload protector.

5. Does a single-door model come with a freezer?

Yes, they do have a freezer but with a limited capacity and shelves. In terms of cooling, these models come with a manual defrosting freezer where you need to manually defrost them by pressing a button to defrost the ice in the freezer.