Hisense Integrated Built Under Larder Fridge RUL178D4AWE Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Hisense RUL178D4AWE larder fridge is a built-under integrated appliance with 138 litres of fresh-food storage, automatic defrosting, electronic controls, Super Cool and a reversible door. It is a practical choice for a fitted kitchen, although the E energy class and modest capacity make it less suitable for buyers prioritising maximum efficiency or tall-fridge storage.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Built-under integrated format with a door-on-door furniture fixing system
- ✓ Automatic defrosting reduces routine maintenance
- ✓ Super Cool function automatically switches off after six hours
- ✓ Electronic temperature control, LED display, LED lighting and an open-door alarm improve everyday usability
- ✓ Reversible door and four adjustable feet provide installation flexibility
Worth considering
- The E energy class is below the most efficient A-to-D classes available in the current appliance scale
- The 138-litre capacity is modest compared with tall larder fridges, so it is less suitable for large weekly shops
- There is no freezer compartment, meaning a separate freezer is required for frozen-food storage
- The integrated built-under design requires kitchen installation and a compatible furniture door rather than offering freestanding flexibility
Key Specifications
- Base
- 4 adjustable feet
- Type
- Built-under integrated larder refrigerator
- Colour
- White
- Display
- LED digital display
- Voltage
- 220-240V
- Frequency
- 50Hz
- Door trays
- 2
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Control type
- Electronic
- Door opening
- Reversible; right-hinged as supplied
- Door material
- Steel
- Glass shelves
- 2
- Connected load
- 60W
- Climate classes
- SN, N and ST
- Number of doors
- 1
- Open-door alarm
- Yes; sounds after the door remains open for over 1 minute
- Fridge defrosting
- Automatic
- Interior lighting
- LED side strip
- Product dimensions
- 818 x 595 x 545 mm (H x W x D)
- Total net capacity
- 138 litres
- Crisper compartment
- Fresh Crisper
- Maximum noise level
- 37 dB(A)
- Super Cool function
- Yes; automatically switches off after 6 hours
- Noise emission class
- C
- Furniture-door fixing
- Door-on-door / DOD system
- Energy efficiency class
- E
- Annual energy consumption
- 93 kWh/year
- Manufacturer product code
- 20011230
- Adjustable shelf positions
- 7
- Independent cooling system
- 1
- Cooling compartment capacity
- 138 litres
- Documented operating temperature range
- 10°C to 38°C
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Kitchens needing a built-under integrated larder fridge with a furniture door.
- ✓ Households wanting 138 litres of fresh-food storage without a freezer compartment.
- ✓ Users who need flexible installation, with a reversible door and adjustable feet.
- ✓ Buyers who value automatic defrosting, electronic temperature control and a fast-chill function.
Fridges to compare with the Hisense RUL178D4AWE fridge
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Some retailer listings publish different capacity, energy-use, noise and shelf figures. This review follows Hisense's exact-model specifications and documentation.
Storage and layout
The Hisense RUL178D4AWE larder fridge provides 138 litres of fresh-food storage in a built-under format. Its interior includes two glass shelves, two door trays and a Fresh Crisper drawer for fruit and vegetables.
The two-shelf layout is straightforward and easy to clean, although the capacity is more suited to smaller households than to shoppers who want the storage space of a tall larder fridge.
Controls and everyday use
Electronic controls and a digital temperature display make temperature adjustments more precise than a basic mechanical thermostat. Automatic defrosting also reduces routine maintenance.
The Hisense RUL178D4AWE fridge includes a Super Cool function that operates at 2°C and switches off automatically after six hours. A door alarm sounds when the door remains open for more than one minute, while the LED side lighting gives a clear view of the contents.
Installation, noise and efficiency
This is a built-under integrated appliance with a door-on-door furniture fixing system. Its reversible door, four adjustable feet and 595mm width give installers some flexibility, but it is intended for a fitted kitchen rather than freestanding use.
The E energy class and documented annual consumption of 93kWh provide a clear efficiency position, while the 37dB maximum noise level and C noise class are reasonable for an under-counter fridge. The documented operating range starts at 10°C, so it should not be placed in an unheated outbuilding.
Verdict
The Hisense RUL178D4AWE fridge is a well-equipped integrated under-counter larder model with useful everyday features, including automatic defrosting, Super Cool, electronic control, an open-door alarm and a reversible door.
Its main compromises are the E energy class, modest 138-litre capacity and the installation commitment of an integrated appliance. It is best suited to buyers who specifically need a fitted under-counter fridge rather than maximum storage or a freezer compartment.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.