A refrigerator is an absolutely essential home appliance. While its value is heightened during the summers it is equally relevant all year round. Especially in the Indian weather, the refrigerator helps to preserve different types of food items and ensures the health and well-being of your family. 

While top-end refrigerators can cost several thousand and even lakhs in some cases, there is a wide variety of budget-friendly fridges available in the market as well. Let us take a look at the 5 best fridges below 10,000 that you can buy. You should not expect to get premium fridges with advanced features or multiple doors in this price range, however, it doesn’t mean you will need to compromise on the quality either. Check out our list.

Haier 190 L 3 Star Single Door Refrigerator (HRD-1922BBR-E)

Haier is a popular brand known for its affordable products, especially home appliances. This 190 L fridge is ideal for small families or young couples. The 3-star energy rating from BEE means this fridge is efficient and consumes lower power than its unrated counterparts from other brands. 

In fact, the brand claims to provide upto 30% energy-related efficiency. It comes in an attractive maroon color and also in elegant white. It has a single door, this is why the deep freezer will require manual defrosting, but that is a minor inconvenience considering the overall value for money.  

Whirlpool 190 L 2 Star Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator (205 GENIUS CLS PLUS 2S)

Whirlpool is an American brand that hardly needs any introduction. Their single-door 190 L fridge is both affordable and impressive. While the energy rating is only 2 stars, it still gives almost 20% more energy-efficient performance than a regular fridge. 

It comes in an all-season grey color which is easy to maintain. The fridge door has an inbuilt lock that can be used to ensure the safety of young children. The internal structural setup includes a deep freezer, a vegetable box, and the main cooling area with 2 grill types of shelves.

Voltas Beko 185 L 2 Star Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator (RDC205EXIRX-XXXG)

One of the most famous Made In India brands, Voltas comes from the ever-dependable Tata Group. Like the previously mentioned Whirlpool model, this fridge has a 2-star rating as well and is an entry-level model ideal for bachelors or couples. 

The motor is powerful at 5400 rpm and provides high degree cooling, something that is truly appreciated during the peak summer heat. The silver color that this fridge comes in, is sure to add to the aesthetics of your living room or kitchen. The shelves are made of toughened plastic which is strong and easy to clean as well.

Haier 192 L 2 Star Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator (HRD-1922BMS-E)

Another Haier model makes our list of fridges priced below Rs. 10,000. The first thing you will notice about this fridge is its uncommon yet curvy shape and the attractive moon silver color. It is easy to confuse this fridge with some rustic almirah or wardrobe. 

It offers great value for money and also comes with a 10 Year manufacturer’s comprehensive warranty which assures you of its long-lasting performance. To avoid decluttering inside the fridge, there is a separate egg rack and an egg tray as well. 

While this single door fridge requires manual defrosting, an easy-to-remove tray just beneath the freezer allows to easily contain the water without any spillage inside the fridge’s cooling cabin.

Panasonic 194 L 2 Star Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator PCM (NR-A201BLRN)

Japanese electronics are renowned the world over, and Panasonic is one of its leading proponents. Affordable, efficient, and high-performing, this Panasonic fridge has the largest capacity among the 5 best fridges featured in our list and can comfortably function for a family of 3. 

The ergonomic door handle is of a pocket type which can last for a really long while without any damage to it. The shelf material is made of toughened glass, which is stable, easy to clean, and looks good as well. 

Check out these and many other affordable fridges below Rs. 10,000 on the Bajaj Finserv. You can easily sort them based on different types and categories and explore their specifications in greater detail. Also, you can buy your bridge on EMIs and then conveniently pay small amounts over a period of time.

Also, read this: What to Look For in a New Refrigerator?