How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers can take up a lot of space, which is why it's important to measure your kitchen thoroughly to ensure one can fit. You don't want to have to leave a gap or be at risk of hitting other white appliances and creating damage.

Certain manufacturers offer slim American refrigerator freezers that are specifically designed for the UK market. They measure 70cm in width and offer all the style, storage capacity and cutting-edge technology you are used to.

Size

If you're looking for a small space in your kitchen, and you want to add a striking american style fridge freezer miele fridge freezer, go for one of our slim models. They are smaller and offer more storage space than traditional freestanding appliances. They look great when they're pushed back against a bank of kitchen cabinets, creating sleeker appearance.

Make sure you check the dimensions to make sure they will meet the requirements. Be sure to examine the size of the fridges as well. Some models can reach up to 180cm which is too tall for many homes. Check out our refrigerator size guide to help you compare models. or ask an associate from the sales department for assistance.

It is also important to consider the energy rating of any American fridge-freezer you're thinking of buying. The ratings are denoted by the letter A, and range from A-F. A is the most efficient. Choose a model with an energy rating of 'E' or greater to reduce your energy bills. You may want to also consider the annual operating costs per kWh as listed in the product's specifications. This will give you a complete estimate of what it will cost you to operate your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers have plenty of room, so you can store your daily groceries. You should look for models with up to 700 litres storage space - that's enough for most families. You'll usually find a separate freezer compartment and an automatic ice dispenser and digital displays make it easy to monitor the amount of energy you use and make sure you've shut the door correctly.

Choose a model that has two cooling systems to keep the freezer and fridge at different temperatures. This stops cold, dry freezer air from causing dehydration to your food in the fridge and helps to keep smells from spreading between the two zones. It can be up to 10% more efficient than single-zone appliances, and also reduce the annual cost of electricity.

Slimline american fridge freezer sales uk fridge freezers for smaller homes are available in case you have a limited kitchen space. The Hisense RQ560N4WCF is a good choice, sporting a low energy rating of 'E' as well as a holiday mode that lets to conserve energy when the fridge isn't fully stocked. It's one of the most silent American fridge freezers we've tested and it's designed to fit inside the cupboard making it ideal for small or awkwardly-shaped kitchens. Be sure to measure your cabinets before buying any white goods to ensure the new fridge freezer will fit. Make sure you have adequate ventilation in the back, sides and top of the appliance too.

Design

The beauty of a refrigerator freezer in the American style is that it can be either pushed back to fit into the kitchen cabinet to create a sleeker appearance or left as a freestanding piece to create an eye-catching piece. If you opt for a distinct design or one that's tucked within a cabinet, it's important to determine the dimensions of the space with care to ensure that the new appliance will fit. Note down how far away it is from your cooker to allow for the clearance required to open and close the doors.

A slimmer alternative to larger 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 an eye-level and helps reduce energy consumption as you only open one door at a go to prevent cold air from escaping. This is a great choice for smaller households. It comes with a non-plumbed water dispenser to give you instant refreshment.

This American-style Beko freezer might be the right thing for you for those who want to enjoy freshly brewed coffee and refreshing sodas without leaving your home. This model is elegant and offers plenty of storage space, allowing 33 bags of food items. It also has a non-plumbed instant drink ice maker and no-frost technology that keeps your food fresh and frost free.

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American fridge freezers can do more than keep food and drinks. They can also display smart screens that can be used to plan shopping lists, recipes, or inventory. They can also dispense chilled water and ice. There are models that have automatic ice makers, which fill a separate tray with crushed ice. Or manual ones, where you add water to the freezer compartment and turn a dial.

You can choose from slim models that are approximately 70cm wide or larger ones that are as wide as 90cm wide. Some models are tall too reaching 175cm, or 180cm with feet. This is important if your kitchen has low ceilings or if the space available for the fridge-freezer is limited to a small area.

Many of the models on our top small American fridge freezer list have no frost or frost-free, which makes it easier to keep clean and neat. This saves your time and money defrosting, as well as helping to lower your energy bills too.

There's a wide selection of fridge freezers featuring different features on our top American fridge freezer page. You can also use our filters to limit the choices to your desired size, price or retailer. You can also narrow your choices by color, to get the most of the kitchen's decor.