GEDTECH GCB173SL vs Cecotec 01962
GCB173SL and 01962 are similarly priced. 01962 is rated higher (4 vs 3.7).
Specifications
| Dimensions | ||
| Capacity | 173 lt | 211 lt |
| Height | 142.5 cm | 144 cm |
| Width | 49.5 cm | 54 cm |
| Depth | 56 cm | 55.1 cm |
| Freezer Capacity | 40 lt | 41 lt |
| Appearance | ||
| Installation Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Number of Doors | 1 | 2 |
| Freezer Position | Bottom | — |
| Color | Grey | White |
| Number of Shelves | 4 | 5 |
| Energy | ||
Frequently asked questions
- GCB173SL or 01962: which is cheaper?
- GCB173SL and 01962 are similarly priced, within 1% of each other.
- 01962 or GCB173SL: which is rated better?
- 01962 is rated higher (4 vs 3.7).
- Between 01962 and GCB173SL, which has more capacity?
- 01962 has more capacity than GCB173SL (211 lt vs 173 lt).
- Between GCB173SL and 01962, which has more annual Energy Consumption?
- GCB173SL has more annual Energy Consumption than 01962 (900 kWh/y vs 176 kWh/y).
More questions about these products
- Does a larger fridge always use more energy?
- Not necessarily, but in most cases yes. Modern insulation and efficient compressors can reduce the difference, yet larger refrigerators still have more internal volume and greater heat-transfer area. If two models use similar technology, the smaller one will usually consume less electricity.
- What is a good annual energy consumption for a fridge?
- There is no single ideal value because consumption depends on size and features. However, when comparing refrigerators with similar capacity, a lower kWh/year rating generally indicates a more efficient appliance and lower operating costs.
- What is the BEE star rating?
- It's an energy efficiency label (used in markets like India) rating appliances from 1 to 5 stars. More stars mean lower power consumption and lower running costs.

