{"content_id":"trmmsp3vog","slug":"kimchi-refrigerator-rated-capacity-vs-container-storage","locale":"en","schema_type":"Article","category":"comparison","category_name":"Comparison","title":"Kimchi Fridge Rated Capacity vs. Container Storage","summary":"A kimchi refrigerator's rated capacity in liters differs from the amount you can store in its kimchi containers. The criteria for comparing the standard container set, compartment uses, and installation space are based on a 2023 comparative test.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"affiliate_disclosure":null,"commerce_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["To compare kimchi storage amounts, distinguish between total usable capacity and kimchi container storage capacity.","Compare the total capacity of the included kimchi containers separately from the maximum capacity that includes containers purchased separately.","Exclude compartments you plan to use for other foods from your kimchi storage plan.","Check the dimensions of the installation space and the clearance needed to open doors and drawers separately.","Compare prices including the cost of the kimchi containers you need, delivery, and installation."],"content_markdown":"Compare kimchi refrigerators by the combined capacity of the kimchi containers you will actually put inside, rather than the stated capacity in liters. Distinguish between included containers and those purchased separately. Base your choice on the kimchi storage capacity remaining after excluding compartments you will use for other foods.\n\nThe capacity comparisons are based on the Korea Consumer Agency’s 2023 test results.\n\n## How does the stated capacity in liters differ from kimchi container storage capacity?\n\nTotal usable capacity measures the space inside the refrigerator. Kimchi container storage capacity is the combined capacity of the kimchi containers it holds. Check the second figure if you plan to store kimchi in dedicated containers.\n\n| Category | Meaning | What to check when choosing |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Total usable capacity | Usable space inside the appliance | The overall amount of space |\n| Kimchi container storage capacity | Combined capacity of the kimchi containers | Whether it is based on the standard or maximum configuration |\n| Included kimchi containers | Containers supplied with the appliance | The number of each size and the compartments they fit in |\n| Maximum kimchi container storage capacity | Maximum configuration, including additional containers | Separate purchase requirements and additional costs |\n\nYou cannot fill the gaps between containers with kimchi. The shelf and drawer layout also affects how the containers fit. A difference in the stated capacity in liters therefore does not equal the difference in kimchi storage capacity.\n\n## How large was the difference in the 2023 test?\n\nThe difference in total capacity among the tested products was greater than the difference in kimchi container capacity. The Korea Consumer Agency compared 3 upright models and 3 top-opening models. The averages below apply only to the 6 products tested at the time.\n\n| Averages for products tested in 2023 | Upright | Top-opening |\n| --- | ---: | ---: |\n| Total usable capacity | 482.7L | 220.3L |\n| Kimchi container storage capacity | 159.1L | 140.7L |\n\nThe upright models had about 2.2 times the total usable capacity. The difference in kimchi container storage capacity was **18.4L**. Their larger overall space did not produce a proportional increase in kimchi container capacity.\n\nAn LG Electronics Best Shop article dated October 22, 2026, also cited these results. The cited document is Bigyo Gonggam No. 2023-17. Details of the test are available in the December 2023 issue of the Korea Consumer Agency’s Consumer Era. Do not apply those averages to all products currently sold.\n\n## When should you choose an upright or top-opening model?\n\nIf you also want to store foods other than kimchi, compare the compartment layouts of upright models first. If storing kimjang kimchi is your main purpose, top-opening models are also an option. Use the advantages and drawbacks below to assess the storage arrangement you need.\n\n| Selection criterion | Upright | Top-opening |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Best suited for | Separating foods by compartment | Storage focused on kimchi containers |\n| How to access contents | Use front doors and drawers | Open the top lid and lift out containers |\n| Potential inconvenience to check | Access to lower drawers and clearance in front for opening | Lifting containers from deep inside |\n| Space requirements | Appliance height and front clearance | Appliance width and clearance above the lid |\n| Capacity limitations | Kimchi containers do not fill the entire stated capacity | Check the layout if you need shelf storage |\n| Cost comparison | A quote including the containers and features you need | A quote that meets the same kimchi storage requirement |\n\nPurchase prices for the products tested by the Korea Consumer Agency also differed by type. The amounts below are purchase prices at directly operated stores in March 2023. Do not use them as a guide to current prices or discounts.\n\n| Products tested at the time | Purchase price range in March 2023 |\n| --- | ---: |\n| 3 upright models | KRW 3,230,000~3,300,000 |\n| 3 top-opening models | KRW 1,240,000~1,440,000 |\n\nCheck current costs through quotes for each model you are considering. Also check whether delivery and installation are charged separately. Compare rentals or subscriptions by the total payments over the contract period rather than the monthly payment.\n\n## Calculation example: comparing the standard configuration with maximum capacity\n\nYou may need to buy additional kimchi containers to use the maximum capacity. The RQ48A94W1AP in the 2023 test was one such example. This model’s standard kimchi container storage capacity was 147.6L.\n\n| Configuration of the model tested in 2023 | Capacity calculation |\n| --- | ---: |\n| Combined capacity of included kimchi containers | 147.6L |\n| Additional kimchi containers that can be fitted | 10.9L × 3 = 32.7L |\n| Maximum combined capacity with additional containers | 147.6L + 32.7L = 180.3L |\n\nWhen comparing this product, record 147.6L for the standard configuration. If you plan to buy additional containers, record 180.3L along with the additional cost. The other product must be assessed under the same configuration conditions for the comparison to be valid.\n\n## How to account for compartments reserved for other foods\n\nCalculate the capacity available for kimchi based on the compartments you will actually use. The combined capacity of all kimchi containers the product can hold may differ from the total you normally use. This is especially important to check if the appliance will also serve as a secondary refrigerator.\n\n1. List the kimchi containers you will store at the same time just after kimjang, grouped by size.\n2. Check which compartment each container will fit in for each candidate product.\n3. Exclude compartments you will use for vegetables or other foods from your kimchi storage plan.\n4. Add up only the capacity of the kimchi containers that fit in the remaining compartments.\n5. Check the positions of containers you will access frequently, then decide on the final configuration.\n\nIt is difficult to determine the capacity you need from household size alone. Households with the same number of people may store different amounts of kimchi at once. Compare capacity based on when your stored quantity is highest, rather than how often you buy kimchi.\n\n| Usage situation | Basis for assessing capacity |\n| --- | --- |\n| Storing all your kimjang kimchi at once | The number and size of containers needed just after kimjang |\n| Buying kimchi in small amounts | The number of packages or containers stored at the same time |\n| Storing kimchi alongside other foods | Combined container capacity in the compartments assigned to kimchi |\n| Continuing to use existing kimchi containers | External container dimensions and whether they fit in each compartment |\n\n## A table for comparing candidate products using the same criteria\n\nRecording each model’s specifications under the same criteria reveals missing conditions. Mark unconfirmed values as unconfirmed rather than estimating them. Match information by the exact model name, not just the brand name.\n\n| Comparison item | Candidate A entry | Candidate B entry |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Exact model name | Enter manually | Enter manually |\n| Total usable capacity | L | L |\n| Standard kimchi container configuration | L for each size × quantity | L for each size × quantity |\n| Combined capacity of standard kimchi containers | L | L |\n| Maximum combined capacity with additional containers | L and additional cost | L and additional cost |\n| Compartments to use for kimchi | Compartment names and number of containers | Compartment names and number of containers |\n| Compartments to use for other foods | Compartment names and supported modes | Compartment names and supported modes |\n| External appliance dimensions | Width, depth, height, mm | Width, depth, height, mm |\n| Opening and ventilation clearance | As specified in the manual, mm | As specified in the manual, mm |\n| Monthly electricity consumption | kWh/month and conditions for the stated figure | kWh/month and conditions for the stated figure |\n| Total purchase cost | Including required containers, delivery, and installation | Including required containers, delivery, and installation |\n\nCapacity does not indicate storage performance itself. The ability to maintain a stable temperature also matters for kimchi storage. Check the candidate model’s manual for supported storage modes and operating instructions.\n\n## Steps for checking the installation space and opening clearance\n\nDo not decide whether an appliance will fit based only on its dimensions with the doors closed. You need to open the doors or drawers to remove kimchi containers. Follow the installation instructions for each model’s required ventilation clearances.\n\n1. Measure the width, depth, and height of the installation space using the same unit.\n2. Check whether the appliance dimensions include protruding parts such as handles.\n3. For upright models, check the space in front needed to open doors and drawers.\n4. For top-opening models, check whether an overhead shelf will obstruct the lid.\n5. Account for the ventilation clearances in the manual when deciding whether installation is possible.\n6. Also check the route the appliance must take through the entrance and into the kitchen.\n\nConsidering the movement needed to remove kimchi containers allows for a more specific comparison. Check whether the design requires you to tilt a container to remove it, even when the door is open. It is best to record installation dimensions and space needed for everyday access separately.\n\n## Common mistakes when reading capacity figures\n\nConverting the combined capacity of kimchi containers into the actual weight of kimchi introduces errors. L is a unit of volume. Do not convert it to kg without accounting for the type of kimchi and how it is packed.\n\n| Common interpretation | What to check |\n| --- | --- |\n| Twice the stated capacity means twice as much kimchi | Compare kimchi container storage capacity separately |\n| More containers mean more storage | Check both the capacity and number of containers |\n| Maximum capacity is included as standard | Check additional purchase requirements |\n| Containers can be filled to their full capacity | Check the filling guidelines in the manual |\n| All remaining space can be used for kimchi | Check the actual container layout and the purpose of each compartment |\n| Existing containers with the same capacity in L will also fit | Check external dimensions and whether handles interfere |\n\nThe storage guidance in the December 2023 issue of the Korea Consumer Agency’s Consumer Era includes the following wording.\n\n\u003e About 80% of the kimchi container’s capacity\n\u003e\n\u003e Korea Consumer Agency, Consumer Era, December 2023 issue, Precautions for Kimchi Storage, Maintenance, and Care\n\nThis guidance accounts for the increase in volume as kimchi ferments. Distinguish between a container’s nominal capacity and the amount you actually put in it. Also check the manuals for the appliance and kimchi containers you purchase.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eCompare kimchi refrigerators by the combined capacity of the kimchi containers you will actually put inside, rather than the stated capacity in liters. Distinguish between included containers and those purchased separately. Base your choice on the kimchi storage capacity remaining after excluding compartments you will use for other foods.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe capacity comparisons are based on the Korea Consumer Agency’s 2023 test results.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-does-the-stated-capacity-in-liters-differ-from-kimchi-container-storage-capacity\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-does-the-stated-capacity-in-liters-differ-from-kimchi-container-storage-capacity\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow does the stated capacity in liters differ from kimchi container storage capacity?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal usable capacity measures the space inside the refrigerator. Kimchi container storage capacity is the combined capacity of the kimchi containers it holds. Check the second figure if you plan to store kimchi in dedicated containers.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeaning\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to check when choosing\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eTotal usable capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eUsable space inside the appliance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when choosing\"\u003eThe overall amount of space\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eKimchi container storage capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eCombined capacity of the kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when choosing\"\u003eWhether it is based on the standard or maximum configuration\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eIncluded kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eContainers supplied with the appliance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when choosing\"\u003eThe number of each size and the compartments they fit in\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Category\"\u003eMaximum kimchi container storage capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eMaximum configuration, including additional containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when choosing\"\u003eSeparate purchase requirements and additional costs\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou cannot fill the gaps between containers with kimchi. The shelf and drawer layout also affects how the containers fit. A difference in the stated capacity in liters therefore does not equal the difference in kimchi storage capacity.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-large-was-the-difference-in-the-2023-test\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-large-was-the-difference-in-the-2023-test\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow large was the difference in the 2023 test?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference in total capacity among the tested products was greater than the difference in kimchi container capacity. The Korea Consumer Agency compared 3 upright models and 3 top-opening models. The averages below apply only to the 6 products tested at the time.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAverages for products tested in 2023\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpright\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop-opening\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Averages for products tested in 2023\"\u003eTotal usable capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003e482.7L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003e220.3L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Averages for products tested in 2023\"\u003eKimchi container storage capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003e159.1L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003e140.7L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upright models had about 2.2 times the total usable capacity. The difference in kimchi container storage capacity was \u003cstrong\u003e18.4L\u003c/strong\u003e. Their larger overall space did not produce a proportional increase in kimchi container capacity.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LG Electronics Best Shop article dated October 22, 2026, also cited these results. The cited document is Bigyo Gonggam No. 2023-17. Details of the test are available in the December 2023 issue of the Korea Consumer Agency’s Consumer Era. Do not apply those averages to all products currently sold.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#when-should-you-choose-an-upright-or-top-opening-model\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"when-should-you-choose-an-upright-or-top-opening-model\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eWhen should you choose an upright or top-opening model?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you also want to store foods other than kimchi, compare the compartment layouts of upright models first. If storing kimjang kimchi is your main purpose, top-opening models are also an option. Use the advantages and drawbacks below to assess the storage arrangement you need.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSelection criterion\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUpright\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop-opening\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003eBest suited for\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eSeparating foods by compartment\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eStorage focused on kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003eHow to access contents\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eUse front doors and drawers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eOpen the top lid and lift out containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003ePotential inconvenience to check\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eAccess to lower drawers and clearance in front for opening\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eLifting containers from deep inside\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003eSpace requirements\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eAppliance height and front clearance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eAppliance width and clearance above the lid\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003eCapacity limitations\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eKimchi containers do not fill the entire stated capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eCheck the layout if you need shelf storage\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Selection criterion\"\u003eCost comparison\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Upright\"\u003eA quote including the containers and features you need\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Top-opening\"\u003eA quote that meets the same kimchi storage requirement\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase prices for the products tested by the Korea Consumer Agency also differed by type. The amounts below are purchase prices at directly operated stores in March 2023. Do not use them as a guide to current prices or discounts.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducts tested at the time\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurchase price range in March 2023\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Products tested at the time\"\u003e3 upright models\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Purchase price range in March 2023\"\u003eKRW 3,230,000~3,300,000\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Products tested at the time\"\u003e3 top-opening models\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Purchase price range in March 2023\"\u003eKRW 1,240,000~1,440,000\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck current costs through quotes for each model you are considering. Also check whether delivery and installation are charged separately. Compare rentals or subscriptions by the total payments over the contract period rather than the monthly payment.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#calculation-example-comparing-the-standard-configuration-with-maximum-capacity\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"calculation-example-comparing-the-standard-configuration-with-maximum-capacity\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCalculation example: comparing the standard configuration with maximum capacity\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may need to buy additional kimchi containers to use the maximum capacity. The RQ48A94W1AP in the 2023 test was one such example. This model’s standard kimchi container storage capacity was 147.6L.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration of the model tested in 2023\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCapacity calculation\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Configuration of the model tested in 2023\"\u003eCombined capacity of included kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Capacity calculation\"\u003e147.6L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Configuration of the model tested in 2023\"\u003eAdditional kimchi containers that can be fitted\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Capacity calculation\"\u003e10.9L × 3 = 32.7L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Configuration of the model tested in 2023\"\u003eMaximum combined capacity with additional containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Capacity calculation\"\u003e147.6L + 32.7L = 180.3L\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen comparing this product, record 147.6L for the standard configuration. If you plan to buy additional containers, record 180.3L along with the additional cost. The other product must be assessed under the same configuration conditions for the comparison to be valid.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-to-account-for-compartments-reserved-for-other-foods\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-to-account-for-compartments-reserved-for-other-foods\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow to account for compartments reserved for other foods\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculate the capacity available for kimchi based on the compartments you will actually use. The combined capacity of all kimchi containers the product can hold may differ from the total you normally use. This is especially important to check if the appliance will also serve as a secondary refrigerator.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eList the kimchi containers you will store at the same time just after kimjang, grouped by size.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck which compartment each container will fit in for each candidate product.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclude compartments you will use for vegetables or other foods from your kimchi storage plan.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd up only the capacity of the kimchi containers that fit in the remaining compartments.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the positions of containers you will access frequently, then decide on the final configuration.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is difficult to determine the capacity you need from household size alone. Households with the same number of people may store different amounts of kimchi at once. Compare capacity based on when your stored quantity is highest, rather than how often you buy kimchi.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUsage situation\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBasis for assessing capacity\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Usage situation\"\u003eStoring all your kimjang kimchi at once\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Basis for assessing capacity\"\u003eThe number and size of containers needed just after kimjang\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Usage situation\"\u003eBuying kimchi in small amounts\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Basis for assessing capacity\"\u003eThe number of packages or containers stored at the same time\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Usage situation\"\u003eStoring kimchi alongside other foods\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Basis for assessing capacity\"\u003eCombined container capacity in the compartments assigned to kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Usage situation\"\u003eContinuing to use existing kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Basis for assessing capacity\"\u003eExternal container dimensions and whether they fit in each compartment\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#a-table-for-comparing-candidate-products-using-the-same-criteria\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"a-table-for-comparing-candidate-products-using-the-same-criteria\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eA table for comparing candidate products using the same criteria\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording each model’s specifications under the same criteria reveals missing conditions. Mark unconfirmed values as unconfirmed rather than estimating them. Match information by the exact model name, not just the brand name.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComparison item\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCandidate A entry\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCandidate B entry\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eExact model name\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eEnter manually\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eEnter manually\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eTotal usable capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eL\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eL\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eStandard kimchi container configuration\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eL for each size × quantity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eL for each size × quantity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eCombined capacity of standard kimchi containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eL\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eL\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eMaximum combined capacity with additional containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eL and additional cost\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eL and additional cost\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eCompartments to use for kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eCompartment names and number of containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eCompartment names and number of containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eCompartments to use for other foods\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eCompartment names and supported modes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eCompartment names and supported modes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eExternal appliance dimensions\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eWidth, depth, height, mm\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eWidth, depth, height, mm\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eOpening and ventilation clearance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eAs specified in the manual, mm\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eAs specified in the manual, mm\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eMonthly electricity consumption\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003ekWh/month and conditions for the stated figure\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003ekWh/month and conditions for the stated figure\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Comparison item\"\u003eTotal purchase cost\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate A entry\"\u003eIncluding required containers, delivery, and installation\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Candidate B entry\"\u003eIncluding required containers, delivery, and installation\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity does not indicate storage performance itself. The ability to maintain a stable temperature also matters for kimchi storage. Check the candidate model’s manual for supported storage modes and operating instructions.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#steps-for-checking-the-installation-space-and-opening-clearance\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"steps-for-checking-the-installation-space-and-opening-clearance\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eSteps for checking the installation space and opening clearance\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not decide whether an appliance will fit based only on its dimensions with the doors closed. You need to open the doors or drawers to remove kimchi containers. Follow the installation instructions for each model’s required ventilation clearances.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure the width, depth, and height of the installation space using the same unit.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether the appliance dimensions include protruding parts such as handles.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor upright models, check the space in front needed to open doors and drawers.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor top-opening models, check whether an overhead shelf will obstruct the lid.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccount for the ventilation clearances in the manual when deciding whether installation is possible.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso check the route the appliance must take through the entrance and into the kitchen.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidering the movement needed to remove kimchi containers allows for a more specific comparison. Check whether the design requires you to tilt a container to remove it, even when the door is open. It is best to record installation dimensions and space needed for everyday access separately.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#common-mistakes-when-reading-capacity-figures\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"common-mistakes-when-reading-capacity-figures\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCommon mistakes when reading capacity figures\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConverting the combined capacity of kimchi containers into the actual weight of kimchi introduces errors. L is a unit of volume. Do not convert it to kg without accounting for the type of kimchi and how it is packed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon interpretation\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eTwice the stated capacity means twice as much kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCompare kimchi container storage capacity separately\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eMore containers mean more storage\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCheck both the capacity and number of containers\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eMaximum capacity is included as standard\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCheck additional purchase requirements\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eContainers can be filled to their full capacity\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCheck the filling guidelines in the manual\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eAll remaining space can be used for kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCheck the actual container layout and the purpose of each compartment\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Common interpretation\"\u003eExisting containers with the same capacity in L will also fit\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check\"\u003eCheck external dimensions and whether handles interfere\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe storage guidance in the December 2023 issue of the Korea Consumer Agency’s Consumer Era includes the following wording.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 80% of the kimchi container’s capacity\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKorea Consumer Agency, Consumer Era, December 2023 issue, Precautions for Kimchi Storage, Maintenance, and Care\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guidance accounts for the increase in volume as kimchi ferments. Distinguish between a container’s nominal capacity and the amount you actually put in it. Also check the manuals for the appliance and kimchi containers you purchase.\u003c/p\u003e\n","tags":["Decision Making","Kitchenware","Household essentials","Food storage"],"faqs":[{"question":"Can I store as much kimchi as the stated capacity?","answer":"The stated total usable capacity differs from the combined capacity of the kimchi containers. To store kimchi in containers, check the kimchi container storage capacity."},{"question":"Do upright models hold twice as much kimchi as top-opening models?","answer":"You cannot determine that from the type alone. In the 2023 test, the average kimchi container storage capacities were 159.1L and 140.7L. These figures apply only to the products tested at that time."},{"question":"Is it enough to compare just the number of kimchi containers?","answer":"The number alone is not enough because each container may have a different capacity. Multiply the capacity of each size by the number of containers and add the results. You also need to check which compartments they fit in."},{"question":"Does the maximum kimchi container storage capacity come as standard?","answer":"Some configurations may require you to buy additional containers separately. Check the total capacity included as standard separately from the total after buying additional containers."},{"question":"How do I determine the right capacity in liters for my family size?","answer":"It is difficult to determine the right capacity based on family size alone. First, count the containers you need when you have the most kimchi to store. You also need to consider which compartments you will use for other foods."},{"question":"Can I use my existing kimchi containers in a new model?","answer":"Even containers with the same capacity in liters may have different external dimensions. Check whether the container's height or handles prevent it from fitting in the compartment or drawer. It is best to follow the guidance for that model to determine whether you can use it."},{"question":"Can I convert kimchi container capacity to kimchi weight?","answer":"Do not convert L to the same number of kg. The weight of the same volume varies depending on the type of kimchi and how it is packed."},{"question":"Is it enough if the product's dimensions fit the installation space?","answer":"You need additional space to open the doors and drawers. For top-opening models, also check for overhead obstructions. Check the installation manual for each model for ventilation clearances."},{"question":"Can I use the 2023 test prices as a basis for buying now?","answer":"Do not use the purchase prices from that time as current prices. Check the total cost of the models you are currently considering, including the required containers and delivery and installation costs."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://lgbestshop.tistory.com/50","title":"LG Electronics Best Shop official blog, Kimchi refrigerator buying guide for kimchi-making season, October 22, 2026","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.kca.go.kr/webzine/board/view?div=kca_2312\u0026linkId=621\u0026menuId=MENU00307","title":"Korea Consumer Agency, Consumer Era, December 2023 issue, Comparison of 6 kimchi refrigerator models","type":"data_point"},{"url":"https://www.kca.go.kr/home/sub.do?menukey=4004\u0026mode=view\u0026no=1003583563\u0026searchKeyword=%EB%83%89%EC%9E%A5%EA%B3%A0","title":"Korea Consumer Agency news cards, Guide to choosing upright or chest-style kimchi refrigerators by intended use, November 1, 2023","type":"data_point"}],"images":[{"id":2193,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzM3MzcsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--0737765a35687ea99504b2cb00b753e96cdfedf7/ai-9302aad2.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_photo","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"중년 남성이 김치가 담긴 사각 용기를 김치냉장고의 열린 서랍에 넣고 있다.","caption":"김치 보관량은 냉장고의 표시 용량과 김치용기 저장용량을 구분해 비교해야 합니다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"A middle-aged man lowers a rectangular kimchi container into an open kimchi refrigerator drawer.","caption":"Compare kimchi storage capacity separately from the refrigerator’s stated total capacity.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"中年の男性が、キムチの入った四角い容器をキムチ冷蔵庫の開いた引き出しに入れている。","caption":"キムチの保存量を比べる際は、冷蔵庫の表示容量とキムチ容器の保存容量を区別しましょう。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Un hombre de mediana edad coloca un recipiente rectangular con kimchi en un cajón abierto del frigorífico.","caption":"Para comparar cuánto kimchi se puede guardar, distinga la capacidad anunciada de la capacidad de los recipientes.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Pria paruh baya memasukkan wadah kimchi persegi panjang ke laci kulkas kimchi yang terbuka.","caption":"Saat membandingkan kapasitas penyimpanan kimchi, bedakan kapasitas kulkas yang tertera dari kapasitas wadah kimchi.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Um homem de meia-idade coloca um recipiente retangular com kimchi numa gaveta aberta do refrigerador.","caption":"Ao comparar quanto kimchi é possível guardar, diferencie a capacidade anunciada da capacidade dos recipientes.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"一名中年男子將裝有泡菜的長方形保鮮盒放入泡菜冰箱打開的抽屜中。","caption":"比較泡菜儲存量時，應區分冰箱標示容量與泡菜容器的儲存容量。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Ein Mann mittleren Alters stellt einen Kimchi-Behälter in die offene Schublade eines Kimchi-Kühlschranks.","caption":"Beim Vergleich der Kimchi-Lagermenge ist das angegebene Kühlschrankvolumen vom Fassungsvermögen der Behälter zu unterscheiden.","description":null}}},{"id":2194,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzM3NDQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--80c828eebb60dd4acd7578f7b9a7a08b74a57af6/ai-dca828ef.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_semi","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"여성이 줄자로 김치냉장고의 열린 뚜껑과 위쪽 선반 사이의 간격을 재고 있다.","caption":"설치 자리의 치수와 뚜껑을 여는 데 필요한 여유 공간은 따로 확인해야 합니다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"A woman uses a tape measure to check the gap between an open kimchi refrigerator lid and the shelf above.","caption":"Check installation dimensions separately from the clearance needed to open the lid.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"女性がメジャーでキムチ冷蔵庫の開いたふたと上の棚との隙間を測っている。","caption":"設置場所の寸法と、ふたを開けるために必要な空間は別々に確認しましょう。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Una mujer mide con cinta métrica el espacio entre la tapa abierta de una nevera para kimchi y un estante superior.","caption":"Compruebe por separado las medidas de instalación y el espacio necesario para abrir la tapa.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang perempuan mengukur celah antara tutup kulkas kimchi yang terbuka dan rak di atasnya dengan meteran.","caption":"Periksa ukuran tempat pemasangan dan ruang untuk membuka tutup secara terpisah.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Uma mulher mede com fita métrica o espaço entre a tampa aberta de uma geladeira de kimchi e a prateleira acima.","caption":"Verifique separadamente as dimensões do local de instalação e o espaço necessário para abrir a tampa.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"一名女子用捲尺測量泡菜冰箱打開的上蓋與上方層板之間的間距。","caption":"安裝位置的尺寸與開蓋所需的預留空間，應分別確認。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Eine Frau misst mit einem Maßband den Abstand zwischen dem offenen Deckel eines Kimchi-Kühlschranks und dem Regal.","caption":"Prüfen Sie die Stellmaße und den zum Öffnen des Deckels nötigen Freiraum getrennt.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-10-28T02:03:07+09:00","updated_at":"2026-10-28T02:03:07+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/kimchi-refrigerator-rated-capacity-vs-container-storage"}