How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers occupy plenty of space, so it's essential to measure your kitchen carefully to ensure that they can fit. It's not necessary to leave the space, or risk damaging other white appliances by banging into it.

Certain manufacturers offer slim American refrigerator freezers specifically for UK market. These models are 70cm wide and feature all the fashion, storage capacity and cutting-edge technology you'd would.

Size

If you're limited in space in your kitchen and would like to make a statement with an American fridge freezer, opt for one of our slim models. At under 70cm wide they're narrower than the conventional freestanding model and provide more useful storage capacity as well. They also look stunning when pushed back into a set of kitchen units to give a more modern look.

Make sure you check the dimensions to ensure they meet the requirements. Note the height too - many models rise to over 180cm, which may be too high for some homes. You can refer to our refrigerator sizes guide to assess the different models against one another - or Www.Frydge.Uk ask a sales associate at the counter to assist.

It is worth checking the energy rating of any American fridge freezer you're thinking of buying. The ratings are identified by a letter, and range from A to F. A is the most efficient. Select a model that has an energy rating of 'E' or higher to reduce your utility bills. You may want to also take a look at the annual operating expenses per kWh mentioned in the product details. This can give you an accurate image of what it will cost to operate your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers are spacious and have a lot of space, which means you can keep your weekly groceries. Look out for models with up to 700 litres of storage - enough for the majority of families. There's often separate freezer compartments as well as an automatic ice maker too Digital displays allow you to track your energy usage and ensure that you've shut the door correctly.

If you want to reduce your running costs, opt for a model that has twin cooling systems that keep the fridge and freezer at separate temperatures. This stops cold, dry freezer air from dehydrating the food items in the fridge. It also helps keep smells from transferring between the two zones. It can be as much as 10 percent more efficient than single zone appliances, and reduce the annual cost of electricity.

Slimline American fridge freezers that are suited to smaller spaces are available if you're in a kitchen with limited space. The Hisense 578L American Fridge Freezer in Black RQ560N4WCF is a fantastic choice, featuring a low-energy rating of 'E' as well as a holiday mode that can help to conserve energy when your fridge isn't overflowing. It's among the quietest-running American fridge freezers we've tested and it's designed for the cupboard, making it ideal for kitchens with small or awkward shapes. Make sure you measure your cabinets before purchasing any white product to ensure the fridge freezer you purchase will fit. Make sure you have room for ventilation at the sides, back and the top too.

Design

The appeal of a fridge freezer in the American style is that it can be moved back to fit inside the kitchen cabinet for a more sleek appearance or left standing as an eye-catching piece. It is important to ensure that the appliance you choose to purchase is suitable for the space, whether you opt for a stand-alone model or one that is located in cabinets. Note how far away it is from your cooker to ensure that there is enough room to open and close the doors.

A slimmer alternative to larger models, this refrigerator freezer from Hotpoint is a combination of an upright fridge with a freezer drawer-style. This allows easy access to your food at eye level and reduces energy usage as you only open one door at a given time, keeping cold air from getting out. This is an excellent option for smaller households. It also comes with a non-plumbed dispenser to provide instant refreshment.

If you'd like to enjoy fresh-brewed coffee and crisp soda without leaving your house the American-style freezer from Beko could be the ideal option. It's stylish and has plenty of storage space, with enough room for 33 bags of groceries. It also has a non-plumbed instant drink ice maker and moneyus2024visitorview.coconnex.com non-frost technology to keep your food fresh and free of frost.

Features

American fridge freezers provide an array of features beyond food and drink storage - they can have smart screens to help you plan shopping lists inventory, recipes, or even recipes. They can serve chilled water and ice cubes, too. You can pick models with automatic ice makers that are able to fill a separate tray with crushed ice. Or manual ones in which you add water to the freezer compartment and turn a dial.

You can choose between slim models, which measure about 70cm in width, and larger ones that go up to 90cm. Some models are tall too - up to 175cm or 180cm excluding the feet. This can be important for those with low ceilings in your kitchen, or if space for the fridge freezer is limited to an enclosed space with shelving above.

A lot of the models we have on our best small American fridge freezer list have not frost-free or have no frost, which makes it easier to keep clean and tidy. This can save time as well as money on defrosting, and reduce your energy costs.

You can find a range of fridge freezers that have different features on our top American fridge freezer page, or make use of our filters to narrow the choices to your desired size and price, or retailer. You can also narrow the options by color to make the most of your kitchen's style.