Siemens iQ500 242L Tall noFrost Freezer - Black Steel vs iQ300 GS36NVIEVPG 242L Upright Freezer - Stainless Steel — Comparison
The Siemens GS36NAXEP iQ500 242L Tall noFrost Freezer - Black Steel costs £949, while the Siemens iQ300 GS36NVIEVPG 242L Upright Freezer - Stainless Steel is £849. Both are 242L Siemens upright freezers with noFrost, varioZone and multiAirflow, but GS36NAXEP sits in the higher iQ500 tier with extra finish and convenience features, while GS36NVIEVPG is the iQ300 alternative at a lower price. The decision is about premium touches versus saving £100.
GS36NAXEP specifies 242L capacity, No Frost, VarioZone, MultiAirflow, Ice Twister, Anti Fingerprint finish and an E energy rating. GS36NVIEVPG also provides noFrost, varioZone, multiAirflow, an inverter compressor and an E energy rating, with the same 242L capacity. The iQ500 model adds Ice Twister and Anti Fingerprint features, plus a black steel look. The iQ300 model counters with a stainless-steel finish and an inverter compressor listed in the supplied specification. No power figure is supplied, so the useful comparison is feature mix, finish and price.
GS36NAXEP suits buyers who want the more premium Siemens tier and appreciate the Ice Twister for convenient ice, plus the Anti Fingerprint finish for a cleaner-looking door. It makes sense in visible kitchens where black steel matches other appliances. GS36NVIEVPG suits practical buyers who want the same 242L capacity and core noFrost airflow system for £100 less. Its inverter compressor mention may appeal to shoppers focused on smoother running, and stainless steel is a versatile finish. Unless the ice or anti-fingerprint features matter, the iQ300 looks better value. This distinction is especially useful when balancing appliance footprint, storage habits and how often the freezer is opened.
Bottom line: choose GS36NAXEP if you want the iQ500 black steel model with Ice Twister and Anti Fingerprint finish / opt for GS36NVIEVPG if you want the same 242L noFrost capacity for £849.
| Specification | Siemens GS36NAXEP | Siemens iQ300 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £949 | £849 |
| Brand | Siemens | Siemens |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 234 | 234 |
| Chest Freezer | No | No |
| Climate Class | SN-T | T,SN |
| Colour Of Unit | Black | Stainless Steel |
| Electronic temperature control | Yes | Yes |
| Energy Efficiency Class | E | E |
| Energy Rating | E | E |
| Fast freeze facility | Yes | Yes |
| Freezer | Upright | Upright |
| Freezer Storage Capacity | 242 | 242 |
| Frost Free Freezer | Yes | Yes |
| Guarantee | 5 Years | — |
| Noise Emissions | C | C |
| Noise dB | 39 | 39 |
| Reversible Doors | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Freezer | No | No |
| Type | Tall | Tall |
| Upright Freezer | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions & Physical | ||
| Weight in kg | 72.1 | 71.4 |
| Depth in mm | 650 | 650 |
| Height in mm | 1860 | 1860 |
| Width in mm | 600 | 600 |