How to Choose a 50/50 Fridge Freezer

A 50/50 fridge freezer can be divided into two equally sized compartments to store chilled and frozen food. Freestanding fridge freezers Fridges freezers are available in different sizes and colors to complement your kitchen.

You can also choose a tall, integrated unit that can be incorporated into a home and has doors with a contemporary look. These are usually hinged to either the left or right, based on your kitchen layout.

Capacity

One of the most important factors when buying a fridge freezer is its capacity. This is measured in litres, and is helpful when comparing models. At AO, we convert this to bags of groceries to make it even easier to compare fridge freezer sizes. Consider your family's needs to determine the best size for your needs.

A 50:50 refrigerator freezer is perfect for households who prefer to store fresh food. These appliances have plenty of shelf space and come with adjustable shelves and door racks and a salad crisper to keep your vegetables and fruits fresher longer. The fridge section features an elegant wine rack made of chrome wire that makes it easy to store your favorite bottles.

If you are a big lover of frozen food A 60/40 fridge freezer is the best choice for your requirements. These freezers are great for busy households who often buy frozen food in large quantities and prefer to reserve the fridge space to store milk and yogurt, as well as freshly cut fruits. They have more freezer space than their 50:50 counterparts, with large drawers and a clear front design that makes it easy to locate.

It is essential to measure your kitchen space prior to purchasing an integrated refrigerator freezer. It is important to ensure that it is able to fit comfortably within the cabinet doors and doesn't interfere with other appliances in the room. You might also have to leave some extra space around your appliance to allow ventilation.

Candy's Integrated Fridge Freezer is a stylish, practical option for your home. This compact appliance has an impressive storage capacity of 87 litres inside the fridge compartment, with four shelves with two door racks as well as salad crisper that can accommodate all your favourite foods. It's also energy efficient, featuring a low-wattage LED light and EcoAirflow technology that regulates temperature and humidity levels. Party Mode activates the Super Cool feature to chill drinks and creates extra Ice.

Energy efficiency

Fridge freezers consume a lot energy, which is why you should pick models that have high energy efficiency ratings. Choosing an appliance with a higher energy rating will reduce your energy bills and also reduce carbon emissions. These refrigerators may cost more initially, but they will eventually pay for themselves with the energy savings.

The efficiency of the fridge-freezer depends on its energy consumption as well as the amount of heat it produces. Look for an energy label that shows an overall rating from A to G. Then, take a look at the icons to see how the chilled and frozen compartments are rated.

Refrigerators with an A+ rating are the most energy efficient. They use less than 150 kWh annually, which is significantly lower than the UK average 185 kWh. A+++ models consume less gas than other freezers and fridges, so they're safer for the environment.

You can also use the EU's EPREL database to find out the efficiency of a device. To do this, just hover your smartphone over the QR code on the energy label. You will be taken to a page for the product in the database, which provides detailed information on the fridge-freezer’s energy consumption and emissions.

Also, think about whether the model is frost-free and how easy it will be to clean. Refrigerators that come with the option of not needing defrosting. This will save you time and effort when it comes to getting rid of and cleaning off the ice. It's also recommended to select an appliance with a deep freeze function, which can keep frozen food fresher for longer.

Smart technology in refrigerators and freezers can track the amount of food you have in your fridge and alert you when you're getting low. Some fridges have cameras so you can look inside without opening the door. These are handy to keep an eye on leftovers, or even when shopping. There are also appliances with innovative features, like LG's NatureFresh technology. It keeps cool air circulating to prevent food from rotting.

Design

The design of the fridge freezer is important when you're deciding the best model to purchase as it can influence how easy it is to store and access your food items. Some models have features that help keep food fresher longer and reduce food waste, like humidity controls or LED lighting. There's also a handy salad drawer or CrispZone which can be adjusted to accommodate various types of food. This is especially useful if you're planning to use the fridge-freezer integrated in an outbuilding or garage where the temperature can be lower than in a kitchen.

The arrangement of the fridge and freezer compartments will also differ according to model, with some fridge freezers allow you to select between 50/50 splits or 70/30 models where the freezer is larger than the fridge. There are also fridge-freezers that come with reversible doors which allows you to place them into whatever position your kitchen can accommodate. This is particularly helpful if your kitchen space is small.

For instance, this frost-free fridge freezer on sale freezer from Beko has a large capacity of 185 litres which can hold around 14 bags of shopping and features reversible glass shelves that you can move upwards or downwards depending on the kind of container you own. It comes with a salad compartment that retains humidity to keep your fruit and vegetables fresher for longer. You can also adjust the door tray to ensure it can accommodate taller bottles and containers.

Another great benefit of this fridge freezers freezers-freezer is that it has a NoFrost technology, which means you don't need to defrost it manually, saving you time and energy. It also comes with a Super Cool function to quickly chill freshly prepared food and drinks. It's a smart fridge-freezer that comes in a choice of finishes, so you can match it to your kitchen decor. It comes with a variety of storage compartments including a VitaFresh drawer for fruits and vegetables, the BigBox in the freezer, and an EasyAccess shelf.

Storage

One of the most important aspects to take into consideration when choosing the best fridge freezer is its capacity for storage. You need to make sure that the fridge freezer has enough room to store your food and beverages. The space inside can differ significantly between models therefore it's best to compare specifications closely. Certain models might include more shelves, drawers or door storage than other models. It is important to look at the versatility of this storage because some of them can be moved to accommodate different sized bottles and containers.

This Hisense model has a 236L gross storage capacity despite its tiny size. It is divided across four glass shelves, three door racks and a crisper drawer in the refrigerator compartment. The shelves are adjustable which allows you to accommodate tall items such as milk bottles with ease. This refrigerator freezer comes with Total No-Frost Technology, a practical feature that eliminates the necessity for ice scrapers and helps save energy and time. The top shelf of the freezer comes with an open shelf that is perfect for storing ice tray.

If you host a lot of parties, there's also the option to activate Party Mode which rapidly chills drinks and also makes additional Ice. The fridge also comes with an easy salad drawer that keeps humidity in order to keep your fruits and veg fresher for longer. Holiday Mode is perfect for families who are on the move. It helps keep energy costs down and eliminates odours even when you're away.

This is a chic fridge-freezer that looks stunning in any kitchen. You can pick from a variety of colours and finishes to match your home. Stainless steel and Chrome models are contemporary, while classic white refrigerator-freezers offer an affordable option. Many of these models come with either a one- or two-year manufacturer's guarantee that gives you assurance in the event of any problems. There's a range of features, like air quality sensors and LED lighting, that you can pick from. Certain features will raise the cost and you must consider your budget and personal preferences prior to making a purchase.