Written by Rowan
Edited on
6 October 2025
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10:43
What are the pros and cons of a No Frost fridge?
Thanks to No Frost, there's no ice buildup in your fridge or freezer. That's useful, because it means you don't have to defrost the appliances. Your frozen food also retains its taste and texture. You can read how a No Frost fridge or freezer works exactly and what the advantages and advantage are here.
No Frost: never defrost again
You never have to defrost a No Frost fridge or freezer. You normally have to defrost a fridge or freezer without this technology about 5 to 6 times per year. You have to spend less time on maintenance with No Frost, because the fridge exhaust humid air from the freezer space. The fan blows cold, dry air back into the freezer space. That way, the interior stays ice-free and you don't have to empty the freezer space anymore, which saves you time.
Better structure and flavor
A fridge without anti-ice buildup will create ice crystals on your frozen groceries. These crystals destroy the taste and structure of your frozen fruit. Your ice cream also changes after a while from creamy to icy and watery. Thanks to No Frost, you won't be bothered by this and you ice cream will always taste delicious.
More convenience: drawers open better
Without No Frost, the fridge or freezer drawer freezes shut. You can see less well what you have in stock. That's why you should choose No Frost, so you won't be bothered by this. Label stay ice-free and you can read them better, That way, you can know exactly up to when your egg rolls are good and you how you can grab them better. You can also grab a bag of oven fries more easily from the bottom of the drawer, because there's no ice in the way.
Costs a bit more money
Besides advantages, there are also small disadvantages. For example, you pay a bit more for a No Frost fridge on average. On the other hand, you do get more ease of use. You don't have to defrost the freezer space anymore, which saves you time and energy. Over the lifespan, you can save more money with an energy-efficient fridge. Don't want No Frost? Choose Low Frost instead, so you have to defrost the freezer 1 to 2 times per year.
Sometimes less silent
In general, a No Frost fridge also produces a bit more noise than a model without No Frost. This is because the fridge removes humid air from the freezer space. The fan blows cold, dry air back into the freezer space. Want a silent fridge with No Frost? Note the noise level and choose for 35dB or lower. Keep in mind that you can sometimes hear a bit more noise.
Article by Rowan
Fridge Expert.
