One should consider a number of additional factors before buying a refrigerator. The table below lists a number of factors with a short description of each.
| Factor | Description |
| Capacity | The capacity needed will vary from person to person, and depends on the size of the household, and shopping and cooking habits. Generally, about four to six cubic feet of fresh food storage is needed per adult. |
| Look and Finish | Fridges come in a variety of finishes, including colored enamel and brushed metal. Some fridges come with interchangeable front panels to allow one to refresh the fridge's look without having to replace the entire unit. |
| Features | Refrigerators are available with a huge range of features, from ice and water dispensers to LCD displays and web access. One should carefully consider which features are essential and which are merely nice to have as additional features tend to push the price of the appliance up. More basic features include adjustable or deep door bins, adjustable or elevator shelves, pull-out shelves or bins, shelf snuggers, and other creative storage options. Some fridges also feature controllable chill features that affect different areas in the compartment, and sensors to let one know what is happening inside the fridge. |
| Energy Efficiency | Refrigerators may not contain ozone depleting CFCs anymore, but they do use a lot of energy. Energy Star rated appliances use 15 percent less energy than required by federal standards and 40 percent less than models sold in 2001. One should not buy a bigger fridge than one needs as this wastes energy cooling a bigger space. |
Taking these factors into account will mean that one makes a more informed decision.
Source:
http://www.ebay.com/gds/What-Are-all-the-Different-Types-of-Refrigerators-/10000000177628294/g.html
