How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers are large and take up a significant amount of space. It's crucial to assess your kitchen space to make sure one will fit. You don't want to leave a gap or risk banging it into other white appliances and causing damage.

Certain manufacturers offer slim american fridge freezer Sale refrigerator freezers designed specifically for the UK market. These models are 70cm in width and feature all the design, tech and storage capacity you'd think of.

Size

If you have limited space in your kitchen and want to add a statement American fridge freezer, opt for one of our slim models. They are slimmer and have more storage space than conventional freestanding appliances. They look great when they're pushed back against a bank of kitchen cabinets to create an elegant look.

American fridge freezers are bigger than their UK counterparts, so be sure to check measurements carefully to ensure that they fit. Be aware of the height too - many models reach more than 180cm. This could be too tall for certain homes. Use our refrigerator sizes guide to assess the different models against one another - or ask a sales representative at the counter to assist.

It's worth looking at the energy efficiency of any American fridge freezer you consider buying. The ratings are indicated with an 'E' and range from A-F. A is the most efficient. Look for a model with an energy rating 'E' or above to reduce your the cost of utility. You might also want to look at the annual operating costs per kWh that are listed in the product's specifications. This will give you a precise estimate of what it will cost to run your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers have plenty of space, meaning you can store your daily grocery items. You should look for models that have up to 700 litres of storage space - this is plenty of space for most families. You'll often find a separate freezer compartment and an automatic ice maker too Digital displays allow you to monitor your energy use and ensure you've shut the door correctly.

Pick a model that features two cooling systems to keep the freezer and fridge at different temperatures. This prevents cold, dry freezer air from drying your food in the fridge and helps to keep smells from spreading between the two zones. It can also be more efficient than a single-zone appliance which can reduce your annual electricity bills by 10%.

Slimline american fridges freezers fridge freezers designed for smaller homes are available if you're in a kitchen with limited space. The Hisense American Fridge Freezer - No Plumbing Required RQ560N4WCF is a good choice, with a low-energy rating of 'E' as well as a holiday mode that lets you save energy even when the fridge isn't filled. It's also one of the quietest American refrigerator freezers we've tested. It can be incorporated into cabinets, making it ideal for kitchens with small or unusual shapes. Check your cupboards prior to buying any white items to make sure that the new fridge freezer will fit. Also, be sure to allow ventilation on the sides and back as well as on the top.

Design

The beauty of a refrigerator freezer in the American style is that it can be moved back to fit into the kitchen cabinet for a more sleek appearance or left standing as an accent piece. It's important to make sure that the new appliance will fit the space, whether you go for a stand-alone design or one housed in a cabinet. Note down how far away it is from your cooker to provide the space to open and close the doors.

A slimmer alternative to the full-sized models, this fridge freezer from Hotpoint combines an upright fridge with a freezer drawer-style system. This gives you easy access to your food at eye level and helps reduce energy consumption as you only open one door at a given time to prevent the cold air from venting out. It's a great solution for smaller households and includes a non-plumbed water dispenser that can be used for instant refreshment.

If you'd like to enjoy fresh-brewed coffee and crisp soda without leaving the house, this American-style refrigerator from Beko is a good option. It's elegant and offers plenty of storage space, which is enough for 33 bags of groceries. It comes with a non-plumbed instant drink ice maker and no-frost technology that keeps your food fresh and free of frost.

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American fridge freezers can provide many more options than food and drink storage - they can also have intelligent screens for making shopping lists inventory, recipes, or even recipes. They can even serve chilled water and ice cubes also. 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 are about 70cm in width, and larger models that can reach 90cm. Certain models are taller as well with a maximum of 175cm or 180cm excluding the feet. This is important for those with low ceilings in your kitchen, or the space for fridge freezers is limited to an enclosed space with shelves above.

Many of the models we have on our top small American fridge freezer list have without frost or are frost-free which makes it easier to keep clean and neat. This will save you time and money on defrosting, and will help in reducing your energy bills too.

You can browse through a selection 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 preferred size, price or retailer. You can also narrow your search by colour, in order to get the most out of your kitchen's décor scheme.