I can't decide between
Liebherr CN 4015
and
Panasonic NR-BN34FW1
Both are good candidates for me but not sure about the brands, and my major concern is the noise. I was led to believe that inverter compressor is quieter but my findings based on forum threads and reviews are inconclusive. I'd imagine it almost never runs at full speed or at least most of the time it's on minimum (like my Panasonic AC). I have no problem with low hum even if it's constant, but I can't stand high pitched cricket noise. Could it be that Liebherr's solution is actually quieter? If I want to believe the decibel rating then it's the case.
BTW: Panasonic lists "Compressor – no" which is ridiculous on the spec sheet, I've also seen they write "induction" there, not sure if that's a real thing or just another name for inverter compressor…
Best Answer
I have not worked on Panasonic inverter refrigerators in the US but I do repair GE and Whirlpool and Electrolux inverter controlled refrigerators, and they are quieter than the standard style of compressor due to the gradual increase in speed. However, that does add one more control board that may have an issue in the future if you are concerned with durability. I wish I had more experience with those brands... hope that helps some!