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Rex RC 4231 AO

79 Features	Good Features
60 Age	6 Years Old
58 Running Costs	£760 Over 10 Years
67 Kagoo Score	Good

Our Verdict:

A good spec but 6 year old 237L capacity freezer, with ok running costs

237L	Upright	600mm	850mm	Oct 2012	A+\|A++\|A+++\|A\|A+\|A+\|A
Freezer Net Capacity	Type	Width	Height	Release Date	Energy Efficiency

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With very good features, we have ranked the Rex RC 4231 AO number 729 in medium freezers.

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Kagoo Score

Why Has it Scored 67?

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Looking across the entire Candy freezer range, the average reviews for all Candy freezers are excellent.

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It is over 2 years old and it is likely that newer, better freezers are available. View the latest freezers 2018.

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This freezer has an efficiency rating of A+++, however its running costs of £760 over 10 years are in the most expensive 7% of all 1,681 freezers that we have compared it to. View all energy saving freezers.

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It has some good features, but is also missing a couple of features:

	Higher than average freezer net capacity
	Longer than average storage time during power failure
	Higher than average noise level
	Only three shelves / baskets

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Features

Key Features

Higher Than Average Freezer Net Capacity

Higher Than Average Noise Level

Longer Than Average Storage Time During Power Failure

Larger Than Average Freezing Capacity

Only Three Shelves / Baskets

Has a Defrost Water Drain

Has an Icemaker

Has a Multi-Airflow System

Has a Reversible Doors

Has an Ice Cube Tray

Higher Than Average Freezer Net Capacity

Freezers have freezer net capacities of between 22L and 1,000L, and the average freezer net capacity is 200L. The RC 4231 AO's freezer net capacity of 237L is in the highest 34% of all freezers when ranked by this feature.

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Higher Than Average Noise Level

The noise level of the RC 4231 AO of 42dB is higher than 66% of all freezers when ordered by this feature. The lowest noise level of freezers is 34dB, the highest is 61dB, and the average noise level is 41dB.

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Longer Than Average Storage Time During Power Failure

The RC 4231 AO's storage time during power failure of 25h is longer than average when compared to most other freezers. It is longer than 65% of all freezers when ranked by this feature. Across all the freezers the storage time during power failures range from 2h to 100h, and the average storage time during power failure is 26h.

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Larger Than Average Freezing Capacity

The freezing capacity of the RC 4231 AO of 20kg/24h is larger than average when compared to most other freezers. It is in the largest 30% of all freezers when ordered by this feature.

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Only Three Shelves / Baskets

The Rex RC 4231 AO is a three shelf / basket freezer.

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Has a Defrost Water Drain

The RC 4231 AO has a defrost water drain, which is unusual. 86% of freezers do not have a defrost water drain.

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Has an Icemaker

The Rex RC 4231 AO has an icemaker, which is unusual. 92% of freezers do not have an icemaker.

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Has a Multi-Airflow System

The RC 4231 AO has a multi-airflow system, unlike 88% of freezers which do not have a multi-airflow system.

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Has a Reversible Doors

The RC 4231 AO has a reversible doors, as do 55% of freezers.

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Has an Ice Cube Tray

The RC 4231 AO has an ice cube tray. 72% of freezers do not have an ice cube tray.

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Has a Built-in Display

The Rex RC 4231 AO has a built-in display. 73% of freezers do not have a built-in display.

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Has an Adjustable Feet

The RC 4231 AO has an adjustable feet, unlike 71% of freezers which do not have an adjustable feet.

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Has a Door Open Alarm

The RC 4231 AO has a door open alarm. 71% of freezers do not have a door open alarm.

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CFC & HFC Free

The Rex RC 4231 AO is CFC & HFC free, which is unusual. 88% of freezers are not CFC & HFC free.

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Supports Locking

The RC 4231 AO supports locking, unlike 84% of freezers which do not support locking.

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Age

Release Date

This freezer was released in October 2012.

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Running Costs

High Running Costs

The efficiency rating of this freezer is A+++, however the RC 4231 AO is one of the more expensive to run freezers that we have looked at for running costs. Based on typical energy prices and usage levels, we estimate the RC 4231 AO will cost £760 over 10 years to run.

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Electricity cost	£759.04
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Total running cost over 10 years	£759.04

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3.8T	Running this freezer over 10 years will generate 3.8 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO₂).
97	To offset that much CO₂ you would need to plant 97 tree seedlings and grow them for 10 years.

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Rex RC 4231 AO Specification

Key Features

Freezer Net Capacity	237L
Type	upright
Width	600mm
Height	850mm
Performance

Noise Level	42dB
Storage Time During Power Failure	25h
Fast Freeze Function	Yes
Temperature Measuring Units	°C
Minimum Freezer Temperature	-32°C
No Frost System	Yes
Operating Temperature (T-T)	10 - 43
Climate Class	SN (Subnormal) - T (Tropical)
Icemaker	Yes
Thermostat	Yes
Star Rating	4*
Maximum Freezer Temperature	-15°C
Freezing Capacity	20kg/24h
Multi-Airflow System	Yes
Freezer Gross Capacity	255L
Ice Cube Tray	Yes
Defrost Function	Yes
Design

Case Design	freestanding
CFC & HFC Free	Yes
Certification	VDE
Shelf / Basket	3
Built-in Display	Yes
Lower Built-in Capability (Topless)	Yes
Shelves Material	Glass, Metal, Plastic
Housing Material	Aluminium, Chrome, Metal, Steel
Reversible Doors	Yes
Anti-Bacterial Coating	No
Door Hinge	Back, Left, Right, Up
Refrigerating Medium	R600A
Colour	silver, stainless steel, White
Market Positioning	Cabinet
Display Type	LCD, LED, No
Control Type	Buttons, Internal button controls, Rotary, Touch
Convertible Freezer	No
Other Features

Total Net Capacity	94 Litres - 3.4 Cu.ft
Total Capacity	235,235.029855
Automatic Temperature Control	Yes
Number of Compressors	1

Ergonomics

Defrost Water Drain	Yes
Cord Length	2.3m
Locking	Yes
Door Open Alarm	Yes
Castor Wheels	Yes
Interior Light	Yes
Feet Adjustment	180mm
Adjustable Feet	Yes
Temperature Alarm	Yes
LED Indicators	Yes
Indication Light	Yes
Lamp Type	LED
Child Lock	Yes
Power

Annual Energy Consumption	234kWh
Typical Power Consumption	90W
Energy Efficiency Class	A
AC Input Frequency	50Hz, 50 - 60Hz
Current	10A
AC Input Voltage	230V, 220V, 220 - 240V
Energy Usage	0.51kWh/24h
Connected Load	90W
Energy Star Certified	No
Weight & Dimensions

Package Weight	85
Depth	650mm
Weight (Incl. Packaging)	70 Kg
Weight	34kg
Installation Compartment Dimensions (WxDxH)	560 X 550 X 880
Package Height	890mm
Package Depth	747mm
Package Width	640mm
Package Dimensions (WxDxH)	630 X 660 X 1595
Installation Compartment Height	820mm
Installation Compartment Depth	550mm
Installation Compartment Width	600mm
Depth With Door Open	1,200mm
Width With Door Open	640mm
Depth Without Handle	1,120mm
Display

Display	No