How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers can take up lots of space, so it's essential to measure your kitchen thoroughly to ensure that they will fit. You don't want to leave a gap, or risk hitting it against other white appliances and causing damage.

Some manufacturers offer slim American refrigerator freezers specifically designed for the UK market. They measure 70cm in width and feature all the fashion storage capacity, style and cutting-edge technology you'd expect.

Size

Pick one of our slim models if have a limited space and want to install an American fridge freezer that makes a statement. With a width of less than 70cm, they're narrower than the standard freestanding fridge and provide more usable storage capacity too. They look great when pushed back against a set of kitchen cabinets for a streamlined appearance.

american fridges fridge freezers are larger than their UK counterparts, so check measurements carefully to ensure that they fit. Make sure to verify the size of the fridges as well. Some models can be up to 180cm which is way too tall for many homes. Check out our refrigerator size guide to find the best models. or ask sales representatives for help.

It's worth looking at the energy rating of any American refrigerator integrated american fridge freezers freezer you are thinking of purchasing too. The ratings are identified with an asterisk and vary from A to A, with A being most efficient. Select a model with an energy rating of 'E or above to reduce your energy bills. You may also want to check the annual running costs per kWh listed in the product details, as this can give you a true picture of the amount it will cost to run your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers are huge inside, meaning you'll have plenty of space to store your shopping list. You'll want to search for models that can hold up to 700 litres of space - that's enough space for most families. There's usually a separate freezer and an automatic dispenser, and digital displays let you track your energy usage and make sure the door is closed properly.

Choose a model with two cooling systems to keep the fridge and freezer at different temperatures. This stops cold, dry freezer air from dehydrating your food in the fridge. It also helps keep smells from spreading between the two zones. It could be up to 10% more efficient than single-zone appliances, and also reduce your annual electric bill.

If you're working with a smaller kitchen space, slimline integrated american Fridge freezers (khaki-frog-fz2zp2.mystrikingly.com) fridge freezers are available for smaller homes. The Hisense RQ560N4WCF is a great choice, with a low-energy rating of 'E' and an option for holiday mode to help to conserve energy when the fridge isn't fully stocked. It's among the most quiet running American fridge freezers that we've tested, and it's designed to fit in the cupboard which makes it perfect for kitchens with narrow or awkwardly-shaped spaces. Be sure to measure your cabinets prior to purchasing any white goods to ensure that the fridge freezer you purchase will fit. Also, allow adequate ventilation in the back, sides and the top as well.

Design

The beauty of a fridge freezer in the American style is that it can be either pulled back to fit in the kitchen cabinet to create a sleeker appearance or left standing as an accent piece. It is essential to ensure that your new appliance is a good fit for the space, whether you go for a stand-alone model or one that is located in a cabinet. Note how far it is from the cooker in order to ensure that there is enough room to open and close the doors.

A smaller alternative to full-sized models, this fridge freezer from Hotpoint is a combination of an upright fridge with a freezer drawer. This allows easy access to your food at a glance and reduces energy usage as you only open only one door at once and stops cold air from escaping. It's a great solution for smaller homes and comes with a non-plumbed water dispenser for instant refreshment.

If you'd like to be able to savour fresh-brewed coffee and crisp soda at home without having to leave the American-style freezer from Beko could be the perfect choice. It's a stylish model with ample storage capacity that can store 33 bags of food items. It also features an ice maker that is not plumbed for instant drinks and no-frost technology to ensure that your food remains free of frost and fresh.

Features

American fridge freezers can more than keep food and drinks. They also display smart screens that can be used for planning shopping lists, recipes, or inventories. They can also serve chilled water and ice. You can pick models that feature automatic ice makers that can be filled with crushed ice. Or manual ones that add water to the freezer compartment and then turn a knob.

You can choose between slim models, which measure around 70cm wide and larger ones that go up to 90cm. Some models are also taller that exceed 175cm, or 180cm including the feet. This is important if you have low ceilings in your kitchen, or space for fridge freezers is restricted to an enclosed space with shelving above.

Many of the models featured in our list of best small American refrigerator freezers are frost-free or no frost, which makes them easier to clean and maintain. This will help you save time and money in defrosting and cut down on your energy bill.

There's a variety of fridge freezers with different features on our best American fridge freezer page, or use our filters to limit the options to your desired size, price or retailer. You can also narrow your choices by color, to get the most of your kitchen's décor scheme.