Illustration, not a photograph. Official product imagery pending.
Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278)
In stock
A 235 litre frost-free double door refrigerator with an inverter compressor, sized for a family of three to four.
Direct answer: is the Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278) right for you?
A 235 litre double door refrigerator suits a family of three to four. This Whirlpool model pairs that capacity with an inverter compressor and frost-free cooling, and its 3 star rating translates to roughly 200 kWh a year — a running cost difference of only a few hundred rupees annually against a 4 star unit.
Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278)
Editorial verdict
Grounded in published specifications
Summary verdict: Well matched to its target household size. In this capacity class the star rating matters less than in air conditioners, because absolute consumption is low either way.
Who should buy this
Families of three to four wanting frost-free convenience and an inverter compressor at a mid-range price.
Who should avoid this
Larger households needing 300 litres or more, and buyers who specifically want a convertible freezer compartment.
Key strengths
- Inverter compressor, quieter and steadier than fixed-speed
- Frost-free operation removes manual defrosting
- Toughened glass shelves rated for heavy loads
- 10 year compressor warranty
Limitations
- 3 star rating rather than 4 or 5
- No convertible freezer mode
- Freezer compartment is modest for bulk storage
Technical specifications
- Brand
- Whirlpool
- Model
- IF INV 278 ELT
- Type
- Double door refrigerator
- Capacity
- 235 litres
- BEE star rating
- 3 star
- BEE rating year
- 2023
- Annual energy use
- 201 kWh/yr
- Rated power
- 150 W
- Noise level
- 40 dB(A)
- Dimensions
- 160 x 60 x 64 cm
- Weight
- 52 kg
- Installation
- Free-standing, no installation required
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Warranty
- 1 year product, 10 year compressor
Product overview
At 235 litres this is the volume most Indian families of three or four settle on: enough for a week of vegetables and a reasonable freezer without the footprint of a 300 litre unit. The inverter compressor is the meaningful upgrade over older fixed-speed designs — it modulates rather than cycling hard, which reduces both noise and energy draw. The 3 star rating reflects an annual consumption near 200 kWh, so at typical domestic tariffs the running cost is modest either way in this size class.
Key capabilities
- 235 litre total capacity, double door
- Frost-free cooling with inverter compressor
- Toughened glass shelving
- Stabiliser-free operation between 130 and 300 V
Frequently asked questions
Is the Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278) worth buying?
A 235 litre double door refrigerator suits a family of three to four. This Whirlpool model pairs that capacity with an inverter compressor and frost-free cooling, and its 3 star rating translates to roughly 200 kWh a year — a running cost difference of only a few hundred rupees annually against a 4 star unit.
What is the warranty and return policy for the Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278)?
1 year product, 10 year compressor. Includes a 7 Days Replacement Guarantee.
Who is the Whirlpool 235L 3 Star Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator (IF INV 278) best suited for?
Families of three to four wanting frost-free convenience and an inverter compressor at a mid-range price.