Causes of the unpleasant odor inside the refrigerator or freezer can be different, which must be dealt with not only if it is already present. Prevention is important. The question is what is best to apply and how it will work. Attention is offered a list of popular among the population odor absorbers for refrigerators for 2024 with their pros and cons.
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It is worth noting that the types of cleaners are classified according to the state of aggregation, packaging (which contains), purpose, taste, or rather flavor. In order not to make mistakes when choosing, you need to know what each type of product is.
The consistency of the contents of the package can be as follows: powder, granules, gel, solid components with impregnation (without it), volatile substances. All means are good in their own way. For example, if you take helium fillers, they have a good shelf life. When it comes to product safety, it is better to use activated carbon granules. High-performance, but with a short interval of application, is considered a solid or powder composition.
Note! Each of the types of fillers may or may not have a flavor. For those who are allergic to odors, you can choose the neutral option. Moreover, this will not affect the quality of work.
Any type of product is usually placed in a plastic container with drainage holes, the location of which depends on the shape of the case. But as for the packaging, it can be paper or plastic.
According to the method of installation, air fresheners are divided into free-standing and hinged ones (they are attached using additional materials to the walls or ceiling of the refrigerating chamber).Fastening accessories can be in the form of double-sided tape, magnet, or you can use special fasteners.
For the home, refrigerated air purifiers can be used for any kitchen appliances (for example, a microwave oven). Inside the chamber, they perform two main tasks: they eliminate unpleasant odors and maintain freshness for a long time.
Note! If you are a fan of various smells, then you can take a product with one of the aromas: citrus, medicinal herb, freshness, mint.
Odor absorbers are very easy to use. It is enough to remove the cover with drainage holes, then remove the protective film / foil and return the cover to its original place. Upon expiration, the product or its contents must be replaced with a new one.
Note! On each package, the manufacturer gives step-by-step instructions on how to use the device, when to change it, what kind of performance it has.
A similar product can be bought almost everywhere, but not every store has the right model. In this case, the easiest and fastest way is to place an order via the Internet. You can find anything you want in the online store. It's easy to get basic information right there: how effective the drug is, after reading customer reviews and looking at reviews on the model you like, which company is better, where it is cheaper to buy.
You can order the absorber online in several ways: by leaving a request on the website, calling the specified number or ordering a call back.
Note! How to make the correct application form is spelled out in the corresponding section on the store's website.
The set of products should include only the product itself and packaging. Some companies provide a warranty card, which allows them to return the unit if defects are noticed on it (a rare occurrence). This is usually done to ensure that the buyer is confident in the quality of the company's products.
What to look for if a purchase is made:
The kitchen absorber can only be applied to refrigerators or to all appliances. Helium balloons, some of them, are able to withstand negative temperatures, therefore they are also used for the freezer.
Note! There are many ways to get rid of the annoying smell. You can even use your own consistency of soda and activated carbon or charcoal with any flavor added.
This category includes domestic and foreign goods. The sales leader is the products of the first of these companies: more than a dozen flavors, quickly and effectively neutralizes moisture and bad aroma, beautiful packaging design. It can be noted that the products belong to the "Budget absorbers" series. Other products are also of high quality in business, but differ in price, volume and packaging. Top manufacturers:
Purpose: for the refrigerator.
Features: compact; different smells are available; design; quickly copes with the task.
Description: the contents of a plastic transparent jar with a twisting lid of an ergonomic shape (in the form of a cone with holes for the spread of odor), yellow color. It resembles wet, small balls, which, under the influence of moisture, are able to increase in diameter. The lid is also painted yellow. There are subtle notes of lemon scent. Before opening, the neck of the jar is sealed with foil.
Note! The colors of the containers for the gel are selected according to the taste: orange - orange, apple - green, ice blue - blue, etc.
Specifications:
A type: | odor and moisture absorber |
Aroma: | citrus |
Net weight: | 100 g |
Manufacturer country: | China |
Granule color: | yellow |
Packing material: | plastic |
Shelf life: | up to 5 years |
By price: | 145 rubles |
Purpose: for refrigerator and freezers.
Description: Product in a brown plastic jar with a screw cap. Suitable for use in a microwave oven. To activate the product, remove the protective film from both sides. The installation can be suspended or tabletop. For the first option, a special mount is provided.
Features: fragrance-free, based on natural ingredients, safe composition.
Specifications:
Code: | id971010 |
Net weight: | 100 g |
EAN: | 4680017821360 |
Shelf life: | 5 years, at a temperature of -10- + 25 degrees |
Duration of action: | 2 months |
Packaging: | paper, blue |
Manufacturer country: | Russia |
Average price: | 135 rubles |
Purpose: getting rid of unpleasant odors in refrigeration chambers and home premises.
Purifier with active ingredients of bamboo charcoal and green tea, which have a high absorption capacity, is used to neutralize unpleasant odors in the home (kitchen appliances chambers, living quarters). The size of the package and the increase in volume of the gel beads contribute to a slow flow rate. The color of the contents of the package is black. The product is able to neutralize the smells of tobacco, shoes, pets, food.
Description of appearance: rectangular plastic container (transparent) equipped with a drainage removable lid. Around the perimeter of the package - a label with basic information about the product and its manufacturer. The neck of the can is closed with a film that must be removed during use. The product can be installed on any flat surface.
Note! With use, the balls decrease in volume and then completely disappear.
Specifications:
A type: | gel |
Net weight: | 320 g |
Consumption of one package: | for 20-35 square meters |
Time of action: | 2 months |
Packing color: | the black |
Composition: | purified water, absorbent polymer, green tea, bamboo charcoal, colorant, preservative |
Manufacturer country: | Japan |
Shelf life: | 3 years |
How much is: | 240 rubles |
Popular models of air purifiers belong to Chinese and domestic firms. The price segment does not exceed 180 rubles. The entire range presented has a carbon filler. According to buyers, the best brands are brands:
Purpose: for the refrigerator.
Externally, the device looks like a drop with numerous holes at the end (flat surface), circular tracks on the back (convex surface). An activated carbon filter is located inside the plastic housing.
Features: absorbs strong odors (for example, smoked meats).
On a note! The performance of the filter element depends on the parameters of the refrigeration unit and other conditions.
Specifications:
A type: | solid |
Vendor code: | 1133614 |
Packed size (see): | 10/7,5/5 |
Weight: | 60 g |
Packaging: | paper box |
Colour: | blue |
Production: | RF |
Cost: | 140 rubles |
Purpose: air freshener for refrigeration units.
The preparation contains activated carbon granules that can cope with any persistent odors such as cheese, fish, garlic and onions. They are placed in a blue square plastic drainage container.
Features: does not have its own aroma, natural composition, does not harm equipment, does not change food odors, has an antibacterial effect.
Note! The goods must be replaced after the expiration of the specified period.
Specifications:
Filler type: | granules |
Weight: | 78 gram |
Packaging: | paper |
Life time: | 3 years |
Material: | polymer |
Manufacturer country: | China |
Average price: | 110 rubles |
Purpose: for refrigerators.
The contents of the package are made of special charcoal, which eliminates any odors, keeps fruits and vegetables fresh by absorbing moisture and ethylene - the gas released from food (contributes to the rapid deterioration of food). The shape of the device is oval, the device is white with patterns, the contents are of a solid green color.
Features: convenient use, several times better copes with the tasks in comparison with ordinary coal.
Recommendations: Place in the center of the fridge / freezer with a clip or double-sided tape.
Specifications:
A type: | odor and moisture absorber |
Net weight: | 80 g |
Size (centimeters): | 15,5/19,5/6 |
Installation: | wall |
Packaging: | blister |
Composition: | soda + coal |
Manufacturer country: | China |
Effect duration: | 1 month |
Colour: | green |
Average cost: | 170 rubles |
Purpose: for the kitchen.
Granules are composed of 100% activated carbon, which can absorb any persistent odors. The bag contains a jar with holes around the perimeter (blue). To activate the mechanism, it is necessary to turn the cover so that one of the holes opens. The product is used for any household kitchen appliances.
Note! One hole is for one compartment in the refrigerator. If you plan to clean the entire interior of the refrigerating chamber, then you need to open several slots.
Specifications:
A type: | granules |
Packing size (see): | 2/9/15 |
Number in the box: | 20 pcs. |
Net weight: | 19 grams |
Flavor Material: | plastic |
Aroma: | freshness |
Term of use: | 3 months |
Storage: | 3 years |
Manufacturer: | Russia |
By cost: | 25 rubles |
Attention are presented devices that you can fill with your own hands, making the content from improvised ingredients or use a product with automatic flavoring. The popularity of models is determined taking into account the non-standard design solutions of containers for storing cleaning material. The price segment of this category is different from 70 to 900 rubles. Branded goods belong to firms:
Purpose: for cleanliness and order in refrigeration plants.
Product in the form of a man covering his mouth and nose with one hand. There are drainage holes at the top of the head. The filling of the vessel is carried out through the "neck" of the figure, while the head should be removed and then returned to its original place. As a filler, ordinary baking soda or powder is used, under the influence of which the "mother" gives freshness and purity.
Features: Built-in calendar, economical, food safe, can be purchased as a gift or to be installed in the microwave.
Since the action of the filler has an expiration date, then after filling, on the apron of the figure, it is necessary to set the date. There are two small buttons for setting.
Specifications:
Filler type: | powder |
Size (centimeters): | 12/9/14 |
Weight: | 144 g |
Colour: | blue, light blue, beige and white |
One filling is enough: | for 1 month |
Material: | plastic |
Manufacturer country: | China |
Amount: | 280 rubles |
Purpose: elimination of odors and excess moisture in the refrigerator.
Peculiarities: preservation of natural smells and quality of products, winner and winner of the Grand Prix of the international exhibitions "Bytchimexpo".
The product is placed in a rectangular paper packaging, in appearance it is a circle with a highlighted blue snowflake, which copes with the tasks thanks to the activated carbon sorbent. Gives pleasant freshness.
Specifications:
Flavor Type: | impregnation |
Size (centimeters): | 1,3/0,9/0,3 |
Net weight: | 29 gram |
Vendor code: | RA.300027 |
Efficiency: | within 4 months |
Packaging: | cardboard |
Colour: | white + blue |
Manufacturer: | Russian Federation |
Average price: | 70 rubles |
Purpose: for the refrigerator.
Features: magnetic (easily attached to the surface of the refrigerator), absorbs odors and at the same time acts as a conditioner, thereby slowing down the process of decay of vegetables and fruits.
Description: white plastic washer with circular holes in the front and back. Fresh air flows through the front incisions, the rear holes are ventilation outlets.
How does the purification take place: the autonomous release of active bactericidal enzymes, their uniform dispersion in space, ensures sterilization of the refrigeration unit, almost 100%. Using herbal ingredients, the technique is infused with a light mint aroma, which effectively helps to eliminate unpleasant odors in the chamber and maintain the natural aromas of the products.
Recommendations! Do not cover the ventilation openings, or allow the device to come into contact with food.
Specifications:
Filler type: | volatile active ingredient |
Diameter: | 11 cm |
Device thickness: | 1.75 cm |
Net weight: | 66 g |
Product code: | VF1-CB |
Performance of one space cleaning filter: | 80-100 liters |
Sterilization rate: | 99,9% |
Filter replacement: | Once a year |
Guarantee: | half a year |
Approximate cost: | 900 rubles |
The review consisted of products of domestic and foreign production. A common brand among other representatives is "Topperr", the manufacturer offers a wide range of products. Chinese and Russian manufacturers have almost made up the entire rating list. Inexpensive models range in price from 25 to 150 rubles, in the middle price category: from 150 inclusive to 250 rubles, the rest are referred to as expensive devices.
Table - "Fridge Flavor - Best Models of 2024"
Name: | Manufacturer: | Filler type: | Net weight (grams): | Average amount (rubles): |
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«3108» | "Topperr" | gel | 100 | 145 |
«9997» | "Techpoint" | gel | 100 | 135 |
"BAG 2725" | "Nagara" | gel | 320 | 240 |
«86755» | "Barrier" | carbon filter | 60 | 140 |
"DEO 3103" | "Topperr" | granules | 78 | 110 |
"Bio" | "Breesal" | granules | 80 | 170 |
«1212486» | "Selena" | granules | 19 | 25 |
«817303» | "Cool Mama" | powder | 144 | 280 |
"Mini-deo" | "Glorus" | impregnation | 29 | 70 |
Viomi Mi Deodorant Refrigerator | "Xiaomi" | volatile matter | 66 | 900 |
Note! Which absorber is better to buy is a buyer's choice, which depends on a number of factors and personal priorities.