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How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers are large and take up a lot of space. It's crucial to assess your kitchen space to make sure that one will fit. You don't want to leave a gap, or be at risk of hitting other white goods, causing damage.

Some manufacturers make slim American refrigerator freezers designed specifically for the UK market. They measure 70cm in width and come with all the design, storage capacity and cutting-edge technology you'd expect.

Size

Choose one of our slim models if you have limited space and want to add an American fridge freezer that stands out. At under 70cm wide they're narrower than the conventional freestanding model and provide more useful storage capacity as well. They look stunning when pushed back against a bank of kitchen cabinets to create an elegant look.

Make sure you check the dimensions to make sure they will fit. Take note of the height too - a lot of models rise to over 180cm, which could be too tall for certain homes. You can refer to our refrigerator sizes guide to evaluate the different models against one another - or ask a sales associate at the counter to assist.

It's worth looking at the energy rating of any American fridge freezer you're thinking of purchasing. The ratings are indicated by letters and vary from A to with A being the most efficient. Pick a model that has an energy rating of 'E or above to reduce your energy bills. It is also advisable to check the annual running costs per kWh within the information about the product, as this can give you the most accurate estimation of how much it will cost to run your new appliance.

Capacity

American refrigerator freezers come with plenty of space, which means you can store your weekly groceries. Be sure to look for models that have up to 700 litres of storage space - that's enough for most families. You'll often find an additional freezer compartment as well as an automatic ice maker too, while digital displays allow you to monitor your consumption of energy and check you've closed the door properly.

Select a model with two cooling systems to keep the fridge and freezer at different temperatures. This prevents the cold, dry air from the freezer from dehydrating the food in the refrigerator. It also helps stop the transfer of smells. It can be up to 10% more efficient than single-zone appliances, as well as reducing the annual cost of electricity.

If you're working with a tighter kitchen Slimline American fridge freezers are available for smaller households. Hisense RQ560N4WCF has an energy rating of "E" and a holiday setting that saves you energy when your fridge isn't filled. It's among the most quiet running American fridge freezers we've tested too, and it's designed to fit into a cupboard making it ideal for small or awkwardly-shaped kitchens. Always take a careful measurement of your cupboards prior to purchasing any white goods to ensure that the new fridge freezer will fit, and allow space for ventilation at the sides, back and top of the appliance too.

Design

The appeal of an American fridge freezer sale-style fridge freezer is that it can either stand alone as a freestanding statement piece, or be pushed back into a run of kitchen units to create a sleeker look. It is crucial to ensure that your new appliance fits the space, whether you go for a stand-alone model or one that is located in cabinets. Make a note about the distance it is from the cooker in order to ensure that there is enough room to open and close the doors.

A slimmer alternative to the larger models, this fridge freezer from Hotpoint combines an upright fridge with a freezer drawer-style. This makes it easy to access your food items and decreases energy consumption since you only open the door one at one time. It's a great choice for smaller homes and comes with a non-plumbed drinking water dispenser that can be used for instant refreshment.

If you want to be able to savour fresh-brewed coffee and crisp soda without leaving your house the American-style freezer from Beko could be the ideal option. It's elegant and has plenty of storage space, which is enough 33 bags of food items. It also has an ice maker that is not plumbed for instant drinks and no-frost technology to ensure your food items remain fresh and frost-free.

Features

American fridge freezers offer many more features than storage for drinks and food - they can feature smart screens to help you plan shopping lists as well as recipes and inventory. They can dispense chilled water and ice cubes as well. You can also choose models with automatic ice makers that fill a separate ice tray with crushed ice or manual ones inside the freezer compartment where you simply add water and twist the dial to release a cube.

You can choose between slim models, which are around 70cm wide and larger ones up to 90cm. Some models are also taller at 175cm or 180cm, including feet. This is a must if your kitchen has low ceilings or if the space for fridge freezer is limited to an enclosed space.

Many of the models on our top small American fridge freezer list have not frost-free or have no frost making it easier to keep clean and tidy. This will save you time and money on defrosting, and also helps to reduce your energy costs as well.

There's a variety of fridge freezers with various features on our best American fridge freezer page, or use our filters to limit the options to your desired size and price, or retailer. You can also narrow your options by colour, in order to get the most out of your kitchen's décor scheme.