Fridge buying guide for North Cyprus: No Frost, climate class and energy label

The short answer

When choosing a fridge in North Cyprus, look at three things: a climate class suited to hot summers (ideally ST, T or SN-T), the cooling type that fits your needs (No Frost or static), and a size that fits your home. Read the energy label on the A–G scale introduced in 2021 — it can't be compared directly with old A+ labels.

Below you'll find what these terms mean and which type suits which home.

No Frost or static?

In a No Frost fridge, a fan circulates cold air between the compartments. Frost doesn't build up in the freezer, there's no defrosting, and the cold is spread more evenly. In a static fridge, cooling spreads from a cold plate on the back wall through natural air movement; the design is simpler.

• No Frost: no defrosting, even cooling, convenient for busy, heavily used kitchens.
• Static: simpler design, no fan noise; frost can build up in the freezer over time and periodic defrosting may be needed.
• In static fridges, food touching the back wall can frost up or gather condensation, so leave a gap.

Climate class: why it matters for Cyprus summers

The climate class tells you the ambient (room) temperature range a fridge is designed to work properly in. Kitchens without air conditioning can get warmer than 32 °C in summer, so this matters in North Cyprus. The classes are:

• SN (extended temperate): +10 °C to +32 °C
• N (temperate): +16 °C to +32 °C
• ST (subtropical): +16 °C to +38 °C
• T (tropical): +16 °C to +43 °C
• SN-T: +10 °C to +43 °C, the widest range

Where to find the climate class

The climate class is listed in the product's technical specifications and usually on the rating label inside the compartment. If your kitchen gets very warm in summer, ST, T or SN-T models are the better choice. Whatever the class, keeping the fridge away from a sunny window, the oven or the hob improves efficiency.

Energy label: the A–G scale vs old A+ labels

Since 1 March 2021, the European Union has dropped plus classes such as A+++ for fridges and moved to an A–G scale. The new scale is stricter, so many models that used to be A+++ or A++ now land on a lower letter such as D, E or F. Don't compare old and new labels by letter.

The most useful figures on the new label are annual energy consumption (kWh/year), compartment volumes and noise level (dB). The QR code on the label links to the product's entry in the EU product database (EPREL).

Inverter compressors

Rather than switching on and off at a fixed speed, an inverter compressor adjusts its speed to demand. This usually means a steadier internal temperature, lower noise and more efficient running. Many LG fridge models use an inverter compressor; you can check in each model's specifications.

Side-by-side, fridge-freezer or top freezer

Which type suits you depends on your kitchen layout and habits:

• Fridge-freezer (bottom freezer): the fresh-food section is at eye level; a balanced choice for most homes. The fridges on our site are typically 54.5–68 cm wide.
• Top freezer: a simpler, compact design; good for small kitchens and smaller households.
• Side-by-side: two narrow doors open side by side and need less swing space in front, but the cabinet is wide (for example 179 × 91.3 × 73.5 cm). Good for large kitchens and big families — be sure to measure your doorways.

Chest or upright freezer?

If you're thinking of an extra freezer, there are two main options:

• Chest freezer (for example about 85 × 81.6 × 55 cm): the lid opens upwards, so cold air stays in better and bulky items are easy to store; but reaching items at the bottom is harder and manual defrosting is usually needed.
• Upright freezer (for example about 130 × 53 × 60 cm): drawers make it easy to find things, and it takes up less floor space; good for a narrow kitchen or pantry corner.

Checklist before buying in North Cyprus

Go through these points before you decide:

• Recess size and ventilation gap (see our measuring guide for details)
• Doorways, stairs and lift; fridges must be carried upright
• Climate class: ST, T or SN-T for warm kitchens
• Annual kWh on the new A–G label
• No Frost or static
• Plug: our products are EU models supplied with a BS-type (UK 3-pin) plug or BS adapter

Frequently asked questions

The questions we hear most about choosing a fridge:

• Which climate class suits North Cyprus? For kitchens that get warm in summer, ST, T or SN-T models are the better fit.
• What is an old A++ fridge on the new label? There's no direct equivalent; many old A++ and A+++ models fall to a lower letter on the new scale. Compare kWh/year instead.
• Does No Frost use more electricity? The fan may add a little consumption; compare the kWh/year figure on the label.
• Can I switch the fridge on right after delivery? If it was laid down in transit, manufacturers generally recommend waiting a few hours; see the user manual.

Choose your fridge this Black Friday

LG No Frost and Indesit static fridges, LG side-by-side, and upright and chest freezers are among our campaign categories. Our Black Friday 2026 campaign opens on bf.zorlu.digital on Thursday 26 November at 23:59 and runs until Monday 30 November at 23:59 (North Cyprus time). Products and prices are revealed at launch; delivery and installation are free within 24 hours anywhere in North Cyprus (TRNC), and every product comes with a 2-year warranty. Questions? WhatsApp us on +90 548 878 31 31.