This Is The Advanced Guide To Large American Fridge Freezers

How to Choose the Best American Style Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers are giant beasts, perfect for families with plenty of mouths to feed. They're equipped with top-of-the-line specifications and large capacity, with ice dispensers.

You may be looking to upgrade your kitchen or just moved in, choosing the best american-style fridge freezer American style fridge freezer is a big investment. So how do you narrow down the options?

Larger storage space

American fridge freezers offer oodles of space inside which is ideal for large families, love frozen food or desire the ultimate dual-purpose kitchen appliance. They tend to be larger than conventional fridge freezers, that measure 90cm or greater. This is compared to a standard 70cm model. They are not suitable for smaller UK homes. It is important to ensure you have the space before buying.

But the huge dimensions aren't the only bad thing as they usually come with a variety of innovative features designed to keep your food fresher longer. For instance, air circulation helps prevent frost from building up, and fancy fruit and vegetable drawers can be used to keep chilled food at a temperature that is optimal to ensure long-lasting freshness. Fridge freezers also come with dispensing features like water dispensers and ice cube makers for crisp, cold drinks on demand.

This Hisense model might not boast the highest-rated energy efficiency of of our more expensive picks but it's a stylish and well-loved choice that has plenty of storage space in a compact package. It has a huge 521-litre capacity which is equivalent to 28 bags of groceries and is more than enough for the entire family and the no-frost freezer means that you will never need to spend long removing it manually. Adjustable shelves and LED lighting make for a comfortable interior.

Smart technology

This smart American fridge freezer is packed full of clever features to keep your food fresher for longer. The LINEARCooling system keeps the temperature precise, whilst the Pure N Fresh feature gets rid of any unpleasant smells. It also boasts a handy wine rack and four shelves within the door of the fridge - plenty of space for your daily shop! It's also WiFi compatible, so you can control the American Fridge Freezer anywhere.

It's more expensive than others, but this Hisense American fridge freezer makes a real statement in your kitchen. It's small, but it comes with an capacity of 431 litres. This is enough space to store 23 bags worth of food. It also comes with Total No Frost so you never have to worry about defrosting by hand and a smart MultiFlow Air Cooling system that distributes cold air evenly throughout the freezer and fridge.

This fridge freezer boasts a very impressive A+ energy rating, meaning it won't cost an exorbitant amount to run. Additionally, it's quiet with a rating of 44dB. You will not be disturbed when taking a glass of ice water from the non-plumbed dispenser on the right-hand side of the door. The clever LED illumination inside the freezer and fridge compartments is a pleasant feature and you can change the way the freezer compartments are organized to suit your needs.

Better airflow

A favourite of Mumsnet users, American fridge freezers can be an amazing addition to any kitchen. They are large side-byside models and offer plenty of room for food and drinks. They also have advanced technology like water and ice dispensers, and smart screens that let you plan shopping lists, consult recipe and check inventory as well as other useful features. However they can be a little bulky and are generally 90cm wide, which means you need to have a fair amount of free space around them. Some manufacturers offer smaller 70cm versions to suit UK homes. These models offer the style and storage of an American, but are more suitable for smaller spaces.

For example this model from LG boasts a 'Multiflow Air Cooling' system that circulates air throughout the freezer and fridge sections to prevent the build-up of ice and water and also eliminates manual defrosting. It's also rated energy efficient 'E which can help you reduce your energy bills.

Like any major purchase you must ensure that you buy an item that is reliable. Refrigerators operate 24/7, so you need to ensure that yours will last. This is crucial in the case of expensive frozen food items or fresh produce. Make sure you choose a fridge freezer that comes with a longer warranty or one that provides an immediate replacement if something goes wrong.

Easy to clean

Kenwood KSBSX20 has received great reviews from both the owners and industry experts. The capacity is huge of the Kenwood KSBSX20 which comes with a MyZone drawer that has temperatures ranging from 1C to +1C, lets you to keep fresh fruits and vegetables at the correct temperature and cool drinks quickly. There is also Humidity Zone that maintains the temperature inside the freezer at a constant 90% humidity. This is ideal for frozen vegetables and fruits.

With its stainless steel exterior that is anti-fingerprint and recessed handles, this fridge freezer is perfect for busy kitchens of families. It's an excellent choice for those who have space limitations as it boasts the capacity of 521 litres that's 28 bags of shopping! It has an ice maker and Total No Frost Technology that will prevent the accumulation of ice layer.

This American fridge freezer is a steal at this price and is a great value for money. Its generous sized salad crisper makes it easy to keep track of fresh veg and has LED lighting throughout the fridge compartment so it is easy to find the last remnant of food tucked away in the drawers in the back. It's also energy efficient with an E rating and an option for holiday time that lets you save more power.