Liebherr is known for its innovative refrigeration technologies such as the BLU Performance system which deports the heat exchange system under the device. But the manufacturer of German origin also offers other solutions to stand out from the competition. Its AutoDoor technology, for example, automatically opens the refrigerator door without having to pull a handle. If, at first glance, the idea seems absurd, it does not lack interest to avoid finding yourself stuck in front of your refrigerator with an imposing dish in your hands.
To access the interior of his equipment, the user has several options. The least relevant (and the least original) is to use your smartphone. More original, it is also possible to knock on the door of the refrigerator to see it open on its own. Ultimate refinement, you can use your foot when you have your hands full. Finally, there is the possibility of asking your home assistant (Google or Alexa) to carry out the operation.
If the door of the refrigerator can open automatically, it also closes by itself after a certain period of time that the user modifies at his convenience: 30 s, 1 min, 2 min, 3 min, 4 min or 5 minutes. This adjustment is made via the application, and many other parameters can be modified such as the different sound signals used, the opening angle or the fineness of detection of the blow that will be used to open the door.
AutoDoor technology is still quite recent, and it is only found on rare Liebherr branded appliances, including the IRBAd 5190 Peak BioFresh refrigerator, launched at €3,400. This very exclusive single-door model also incorporates many other technologies such as the BioFresh drawer, in which the temperature is stabilized just above 0°C in order to store the most fragile foods without freezing the water they contain. contain, which would harm their taste, aesthetic or nutritional qualities. It should be noted that two storage areas of this type are planned: a classic one and another in which the humidity is amplified for better preservation of fruits and vegetables (HydroBreeze system).
Despite all these advantages, the IRBAd 5190 Peak BioFresh has no negative cold zone. To store ice cream and frozen foods in a freezer that can also be opened without hands, it is advisable to turn to the SIFNAe 5188 Peak NoFrost, equipped with the AutoDoor system. Attention, it will be necessary to offload 3000 € to afford the latter.