Buying a Small American Fridge Freezer

An American fridge freezer is the queen of white goods in the home, offering more storage space than your average model and a raft of extra features such as full air circulation for frost-free freezer compartments and fancy 0@ fruit and veg drawers. Choose models that aren't plugged in and do not require access to your plumbing to make it easy to install.

Storage

The good news is that there are a variety of options for storage options for small American fridge freezers. There are models with two large salad crispers, two freezer drawers and zones that are able to switch from freezer to refrigerator at a touch of a button. There is also a separate drink door to keep your favorite wine chilled.

You'll typically find american style fridge freezers fridge-freezers, which have long doors that look like cupboards, the fridge on the left, and the freezer to the right, or a side-by-side fridge and freezer units. You might also come across models that have a refrigerator on top of a freezer drawer or two, referred to as French-style refrigerators.

These models will take up more space in your home however, you'll have more space to store your groceries. You can even find slim smallest american fridge freezer fridge freezers that measure just 70cm wide - great for smaller kitchens.

No matter what size you choose, look for a a frost-free freezer to save you the trouble of frequently defrosting by hand. Some models have the option of fast-freezing, which increases the freezing time so that food stays fresher for longer. You can find models that have adjustable shelves to make the most of your space. The energy rating will also tell you how efficient the appliance is as well as the cost to run.

Convertible zones

Some fridge freezers like the Fridgemaster MS83430FFS are equipped with convertible zones that can be switched from fridge to freezer and back again with the click of one button. This is a great way to store fresh beverages, wine and beer or even a huge batch of ice-cream. This can be extremely useful for leftovers from the Christmas season that you wish to freeze and then heat.

For another great feature, look into Samsung's FlexZone compartment, which you can adjust to suit different food types - it can be set to Freeze, Soft Freeze, Chill or Refrigerate. This can be an excellent way to keep all your frozen foods in order and ready for big dinner gatherings.

Door alarms are another useful feature that can keep food from spoiling by alerting you when your fridge or freezer door is open for too long. There are models with twin cooling systems to separate fridge and freezer compartments. This stops dry, cool freezer air from drying food items stored in the fridge. This can reduce the cost of energy.

Make sure you check the energy efficiency rating of the model you're considering before you buy. The higher the rating is, the more efficient it will be. It's also worthwhile to check the yellow Energy Guide label to get an estimate of running costs.

Water and ice dispensers

Many American refrigerator freezers come with water and ice dispensers so you can drink chilled, filtered water or cubes at the touch a button. They're great to have drinks in the fridge for guests or children. There are also models with manual ice makers in the freezer section, where you simply fill a removable tray and turn the dial to release crushed ice.

American fridge freezers that can be plumbed need to be connected to a mains water supply. They can only be used in a kitchen which is already set up and has enough space to accommodate them. If you're looking to cut costs or don't have enough space to install a plumbed option, there are alternatives like refrigerators that have refillable water bottles that you can top up yourself.

If you enjoy entertaining and entertain guests, then you should consider an American refrigerator freezer with a built-in wine chiller. It can accommodate up to 28 bottles of wine and is designed to provide optimal cooling. You can also find models that have an intelligent sensor that detects the moment that the door is opened. This lets you control and monitor your appliance remotely via Smart ThinQ via your smartphone or tablet. You can also find an energy-efficient model that has a low A+ rating that will allow you reduce your carbon footprint and save on operating expenses.

Built-in cameras

Refrigerator freezers with cameras are a nice feature to have', not an essential feature however they are useful for those who prefer to keep track of food supplies and reduce over-consumption. They let you see what's inside your fridge without opening the door, which can be especially useful for families with busy schedules. You can also use the camera to find out the fridge for any traces of not closing the fridge before heading out to shop, for example.

Samsung offers a variety of fridge freezers that come with cameras, including the stylish RS50N3513WW/EU model. It features a large touchscreen display that allows you to look through the contents of your fridge, look up recipes and place orders for groceries. It is powered by Bixby which is the smart assistant of the brand. It can also be used with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. It can be controlled via your tablet or smartphone and also adjust the temperature settings of your fridge remotely.

Hisense's fridge freezer FMN431W20C offers a low-cost choice. It boasts a massive 550ltr capacity across the freezer and fridge along with front-mounted water as well as ice dispensers. It's got no-frost features to spare you from the discomfort of chipping away ice by hand and LED lighting to facilitate navigation within the interior. It's frost-free and EnergyStar rated so should be efficient to run. It might not have the fancy cameras the Samsung models have however, you'll still find plenty of food at a lower cost.