How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers can take up an enormous amount of space, so it's crucial to measure your kitchen meticulously to ensure that one can fit. You don't want to leave gaps or risk hitting it against other white items and cause damage.

Certain manufacturers offer slim American fridge freezers that are specifically designed for the UK market. These models are 70cm in width and come with all the design, technology and storage capacity you'd expect from a fridge.

Size

If you're looking for a small space in your kitchen and wish to upgrade your kitchen with a bold American fridge freezer, go for one of our slim models. With a width of less than 70cm, they're thinner than the standard freestanding fridge and provide more usable storage capacity too. They also look great pushed back into a bank of kitchen cabinets for a minimalist appearance.

American fridge freezers have a bigger footprint than their UK counterparts, so check the measurements carefully to make sure they fit. Be sure to look at the height of models as well. Some models can reach 180cm, which is too high for many homes. Use our refrigerator sizes guide to compare various models against each other - or ask a sales representative at the counter to assist.

It's important to look at the energy efficiency of any American fridge freezer you consider purchasing too. The ratings are indicated by letters and vary from A to F, with A being the most efficient. Pick a model that has an energy rating 'E' or above to cut down on your the cost of utility. You may want to also consider the annual operating expenses per kWh mentioned in the product's details. This can give you an accurate picture of what it will cost to operate your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers are huge inside, so you'll have plenty of room to stash your weekly shop. You should look for models that can hold up to 700 litres of space - this is plenty of space for most families. There's often separate freezer compartments and an automatic ice maker too, while digital displays allow you to monitor your consumption of energy and check you've closed the door correctly.

If you want to reduce the running expenses, go for American fridge a model that has twin cooling systems that keep the fridge and freezer at separate temperatures. This prevents dry, cold freezer air from drying out the food items in the fridge. It also helps stop the transfer of smells between the two zones. It is also more efficient than a single zone appliance that can cut down your annual electric costs by as much as 10 percent.

Slimline American fridge freezers for smaller spaces are available if you're working with a limited kitchen space. Hisense RQ560N4WCF has low energy ratings of "E" and a holiday setting that will save the energy of your fridge when it isn't full. It's among the quietest-running American fridge freezers that we've tested, and it's designed to fit in an existing cabinet making it ideal for kitchens that are small or have awkward shapes. Measure your cupboards before buying any white items to ensure that the new fridge freezer fits. Also, allow for ventilation on the sides as well as the top and back.

Design

The beauty of a fridge freezer in the American style is that it can be either moved back to fit inside the kitchen for a more streamlined appearance, or left freestanding as an impressive piece. If you opt for a standalone design or one that fits in a cabinet, it's important to measure the dimensions of the room carefully so that you know your new appliance will fit. Also make a note of how far away it will be from your cooker so you can calculate the amount of space needed to open and close the doors - all fridges and freezers require a little space around them to allow for air circulation.

This slimmer model of full-size models integrates a refrigerator drawer with an upright design. This lets you easily access your food items and decreases the energy usage since you only open the door once at each time. This is a great choice for smaller households. It comes with a non-plumbed dispenser that can provide instant refreshment.

This american-style fridge Beko freezer might be the thing you need for those who want to enjoy freshly brewed coffee and refreshing sodas without having to leave your home. This model is elegant and offers plenty of storage space that allows 33 bags of food items. It also has an ice maker that is not plumbed for instant drinks and American fridge no-frost technology to ensure that your food stays free of frost and fresh.

Features

American fridge freezers offer an array of features beyond storage for drinks and food items - they can have smart screens for planning shopping lists, recipes or inventory and can even serve chilled water and ice cubes, too. You can select models that feature automatic ice makers, which are able to fill a separate tray with crushed ice. Or manual ones, where you add water to the freezer compartment and then turn a knob.

You can pick between slim models, which measure about 70cm in length, and larger ones up to 90cm. Some models are also taller at 175cm or 180cm including the feet. This is crucial for those with low ceilings in your kitchen, or space for fridge freezers is limited to an enclosed area with shelves above.

Many of the models on our top small American fridge freezer list are free of frost, or no-frost which makes it easier to keep it clean and tidy. This will save your time and money defrosting, and also helps to reduce your energy costs too.

You can find a range of fridge freezers with different features on our top American fridge freezer page, or make use of our filters to narrow the choices to your preferred size and price, or retailer. You can also narrow your choices by color to help you make the most of the kitchen's decor.