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How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers occupy plenty of space, so it's important to take your time measuring your kitchen to make sure that the freezer will fit. You don't need to leave any space or be at risk of damaging other white goods by banging into it.

Some manufacturers make slim American fridge freezers specifically designed for the UK market. These models are 70cm in width and come with all the style, technology and storage capacity you would expect from a fridge.

Size

If you're looking for a small space in your kitchen and want to add a statement American fridge freezer, go for one of our slim models. At under 70cm wide they're shorter than the standard freestanding fridge and provide more useful storage capacity as well. They also look great pushed back into a set of kitchen units for a streamlined feel.

Take a look at the dimensions carefully to ensure they meet the requirements. Take note of the height, too - some models rise to over 180cm, which may be too high for some homes. Use our refrigerator sizes guide to help you compare various models against each other - or ask a sales representative in the store to assist.

It's worthwhile to check the energy rating of any American fridge freezer you consider buying. The ratings are identified with a letter and vary from A to F A, with A being most efficient. Select a model with an energy rating of 'E or higher to reduce your utility bills. You may also want look at the annual running costs per kWh in the product details, as this will give you an accurate picture of what it will cost to run your new appliance.

Capacity

American fridge freezers are huge inside, giving you plenty of room to stash your weekly shop. You should look for models with up to 700 litres of storage capacity - enough for the majority of families. There's usually a separate freezer and an automatic dispenser, and digital displays let you monitor your energy consumption and ensure that the door is shut correctly.

Choose a model that has two cooling systems to keep the fridge and freezer at different temperatures. This stops dry, cold freezer air from drying the food items in the fridge. It also helps keep smells from spreading between the two zones. It is also more efficient than a single zone appliance, reducing your annual electricity bills by up to 10%.

Slimline American fridge freezers that are suited to smaller homes are available in case you're in a kitchen with limited space. The Hisense RQ560N4WCF is a good option, with a low-energy rating of 'E' as well as a holiday mode that lets to conserve energy even when the fridge isn't fully stocked. It's also among the quietest American fridge freezers we've ever tested. It can be incorporated into cabinets, making it ideal for kitchens with small or unusual shapes. Measure your cupboards before buying any white items to ensure that the new fridge freezer is a good fit. Also, make sure you have ventilation on the sides front, back and top.

Design

The beauty of a fridge freezer in the american integrated fridge freezer style is that it can stand alone as a separate design element, or be incorporated into an array of kitchen units to give a more modern design. It is crucial to ensure that the appliance you choose to purchase is suitable for the space, if you decide for a stand-alone model or one which is housed in a cabinet. Also, note the distance from the cooker so that you can estimate the clearance required to open and close the doors. All fridges and freezers need a certain space around them for air flow.

A slimmer option to full-sized models, this fridge freezer from Hotpoint combines an upright fridge with a freezer drawer. This lets you easily access your food and reduces energy consumption as you only open the door one time at the same time. It's a great choice for smaller households and comes with a non-plumbed drinking water dispenser that provides instant refreshment.

This American-style Beko freezer might be the thing for you if you're looking to enjoy freshly brewed coffee and refreshing sodas without having to leave your home. It's stylish and sleek, with plenty of storage capacity and can store 33 bags of food items. It also has a non-plumbed ice maker for instant drinks and a no-frost system to ensure that your food remains frost-free and crisp.

Features

American fridge freezer Sale fridge freezers offer a lot more than just food and drink storage - they can feature smart screens to help you plan shopping lists inventory, recipes, or even recipes. They can also serve chilled water and ice cubes too. There are also models equipped with ice makers that automatically can fill an ice tray with crushed ice or manual ones inside the freezer compartment. In both, you just add water and turn a dial to release a cube.

You can choose between slim models, which are approximately 70cm wide, and larger models up to 90cm. Certain models are taller as well with a maximum of 175cm or 180cm with feet. This is a must when your kitchen has low ceilings or if the space for the fridge-freezer is restricted to an enclosed area.

A lot of the models on our list of top small American refrigerator freezers are frost-free, or without frost, which makes them much easier to clean and maintain. This will help you save time and money when defrosting and reduce your energy bill.

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