The refrigerator is in my office and I have the old refrigerator just kicked because he was too loud for me. The good reviews earned the Beko 1423 rightly. When it cools, it cools very quiet and most of the time he is even completely silent. Unfortunately, two brackets are well broken in the shelves during transportation. That's why I called the manufacturer Beko. I had not much hope in an unfamiliar brand and at such an affordable fridge. So you can be fooled. Super friendly telephone support and prompt, free delivery of defective parts.