Whirlpool 184 Litre Fridge

Whirlpool 184L Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator – The Budget Champion

Price Range: Rs10,000 – Rs12,000
Star Rating: 2-Star
Best For: Singles, couples, and students on a tight budget

What We Like

Whirlpool has been a well-known name in India for decades, and this 184-liter model from Whirlpool serves it well. If your budget is limited and you want something reliable, this is where you start.

The most special thing about this refrigerator is its vegetable tray. It’s surprisingly large for a budget model, and easily holds a full week’s worth of vegetables for two people. This tray was thoughtfully designed—it doesn’t trap moisture, which means your green leafy vegetables won’t get soggy by third day.

This refrigerator features direct cool technology, which is old-school technology, but it’s reliable. Yes, you’re thinking right; this means you’ll have to manually defrost it every week, but that’s a small price to pay, as you’re saving around Rs 5,000 compared to frost-free models.

What Could Be Better

This refrigerator has a 2 star energy rating, which means your electricity bill will be slightly higher compared to a more efficient model. If you run this fridge 24×7 (which you will), expect to pay approximately Rs. 50 to Rs. 80 extra per month for electricity compared to a 5 star model. And approximately Rs. 600 – Rs. 1,000 per year.

This refrigerator’s cooling speed isn’t the fastest. It takes about 45-60 minutes for the refrigerator to get back to the optimal temperature after the power cut. This isn’t ideal for Indian summers, especially in areas with frequent power outages.

Real Talk

This is the Honda Activa of refrigerators—it may not look fancy but it gets the job done reliably. If you’re just starting out with a new refrigerator for your home and need a model that gets the job done right without overthinking, this fridge is perfect for you.