STINOL STD 125

Pros

• Compact size: Frequently mentioned as ideal for small spaces like kitchens or dachas (summer houses). Fits under kitchen counters.
• Good capacity for size: Despite its small footprint, it''s described as surprisingly spacious and able to hold various items, including pots and pans. One review mentions a useful volume of 182 liters with a height of 125 cm.
• Efficient freezing: The freezer is praised for its strong freezing power, with no thawing or melting issues reported. However, freezing speed is noted as slow by one user.
• No odor: Reviews consistently mention the absence of any unpleasant smells inside the refrigerator.
• Durable and reliable: Multiple users report months of trouble-free operation, even with power fluctuations. One review mentions a similar Stinol refrigerator lasting 23 years.
• Well-designed shelves: The shelves (though grid-style) are considered stable and well-organized, preventing items from falling. Door shelves are described as deep and with high sides.
• Quiet operation: The refrigerator''s quiet operation is specifically mentioned.
• Affordable price: The refrigerator''s budget-friendliness is frequently highlighted, making it attractive for use in summer houses or as a secondary refrigerator. One review mentions a price of approximately €1000. (Assuming an exchange rate of 1 EUR = 100 RUB)

Cons

• Manual defrosting: Requires manual defrosting, although the frequency of this is not consistently specified.
• Small freezer compartment: The size of the freezer is a common criticism, described as limiting the amount of larger items it can hold.
• Unhidden control knob: One user mentions that the control knob is not hidden, making it accessible to children.
• Non-transparent drawers: One review mentions that the drawers are not transparent.
• Slow freezing (in freezer): One review mentioned that the freezer freezes slowly.
• Small items may fall through grid shelves: Small items may fall through the gaps in the grid-style shelves.

Comments

The refrigerator is frequently purchased for use in dachas (summer houses) due to its compact size and affordable price. Its reliability and quiet operation are consistently praised. The small freezer compartment is a recurring concern, though its efficient freezing capabilities are also repeatedly noted. The grid-style shelving is generally well-received for its stability, although small items may fall through the gaps. The absence of a no-frost system is a commonly expressed wish for improvement.