What Size Refrigerator for a Family?
Your Needs and Available Space
Choosing the right refrigerator size is quite simple for a single person. Once you’ve determined your budget range, all that’s left is to decide on the capacity based on your needs and the available space. However, when it comes to selecting a family refrigerator, additional criteria come into play — especially the preferences and habits of each family member.
Space and Dimensions
Of course, it’s obvious to check that the refrigerator will fit in the intended space, but that alone isn’t enough! You must also consider the height, width, and depth, as well as the door opening direction. And since a family refrigerator implies a larger capacity, it’s important to make sure the access is practical.
For example, with a multi-door refrigerator, you should be able to open the doors wide enough to reach the inner drawers comfortably. Also remember to leave clear space behind and on the sides of the unit to allow for proper air circulation.
To save width space, the Thomson CTH378NFAWH refrigerator-freezer stacks both compartments vertically. This design provides separate doors for the refrigerator and freezer, with the freezer positioned at the bottom. Its tall and slim structure offers a total capacity of 378 liters, with 256 liters for the refrigerator section and 122 liters for the freezer — the ideal size for a family of three.
The dimensions of the Thomson CTH378NFAWH are 201 × 59.5 × 70 cm (H × W × D), and the doors are reversible, allowing flexibility based on your kitchen layout.
For How Many People?
It’s not just the number of household members that determines the right refrigerator size — their eating habits also matter. From preferences for salted or unsalted butter, to different yogurt brands, still or sparkling water, types of cheese or milk, every family has its own quirks. If you tend to cook most meals at home or use lots of fresh ingredients, you’ll need ample storage space.
Another key factor is how often you shop. Buying a new refrigerator could even be an opportunity to change your habits — a larger fridge allows you to shop less frequently and buy in bulk.
As a general guideline, you can estimate the ideal capacity as follows: 150 liters for the first person, plus 50 liters for each additional person. With its 378-liter total capacity, the Thomson CTH378NFAWH offers just over the recommended size for a three-person household, ensuring you never run out of space.
Internal Layout
With three glass shelves and two drawers, the Thomson CTH378NFAWH allows for efficient organization. The glass shelves are easy to clean, while the two drawers are perfect for separating vegetables from fish or meat. The freezer compartment also features three storage levels.
Technical Features
Once you’ve chosen the right size, it’s worth considering the technical specifications.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections of the Thomson CTH378NFAWH use No Frost ventilated cooling technology.
Cold air circulates regularly when the door is closed, preventing ice build-up and keeping the interior dry.
Another major advantage: the dry environment slows bacterial growth, helping to preserve food up to two or three times longer than a standard refrigerator.
It also operates very quietly, with a noise level of just 29 dB (Class A), since it doesn’t need defrosting cycles.
Energy Efficiency
The larger a refrigerator, the more energy it consumes — so if you’re mindful of your electricity use, especially with a combined freezer, this is an important factor to consider.
A refrigerator with a high energy-efficiency rating helps reduce power consumption and lowers electricity bills over time.
Here again, the No Frost system of the Thomson CTH378NFAWH is an advantage, since frosted units use significantly more energy.
With an A energy rating, it has an annual consumption of just 113 kWh, corresponding to an estimated yearly cost of around €19.66 (depending on energy prices).
Design
Simple, efficient, and practical, the Thomson CTH378NFAWH checks all the boxes — but there’s one last criterion: style.
While it may seem secondary, design matters, especially for a large appliance that’s always visible in your kitchen.
Here too, the Thomson CTH378NFAWH stands out with a clean, modern aesthetic that fits perfectly into contemporary kitchens.