How To Find Out If You're Prepared To Best American Fridge Freezers

Buying a Small American Fridge Freezer

The American fridge-freezer is the most popular of domestic white goods. It provides more storage than any other model and offers a range of extra features such as full air circulation to keep freezer compartments frosted and fancy 0@ drawers for fruits and vegetables. Look for non-plumbed models that do not require access to your plumbing for a simple installation.

Stores

The good news is that there are plenty of options for storage for small American fridge freezers. There are models with two large salad crispers, two freezer drawers and zones that can change from freezer to refrigerator at the push of a button. They can also have an additional door to store drinks so that you can keep your favourite wine chilled and readily available.

You'll typically find American fridge-freezers, which have long cupboard-like doorways, the fridge on the left, and the freezer to the right, or side by side freezer and fridge units. There are also models with a fridge on the top of a drawer for freezer or two, which are referred to as French-style refrigerators.

These models could take up some space in your kitchen however, they'll offer more room for your groceries than a standard freestanding model. You can even find slim American fridge freezers that are just 70cm in width - ideal for smaller kitchens.

Look for a frost free freezer, no matter the size. This will spare you from having to manually defrost it. Some models have an option for speed-freezing, which can increase the time to freeze to ensure that food stays fresher longer. There are models with adjustable shelves so you can make the most of your space. You'll also want to consider the energy efficiency rating of the appliance as it will tell you how green it is for the environment as well as how much it'll cost to operate.

Convertible zones

Some fridge freezers, like the Fridgemaster MS83430FFS, have convertible zones. These zones can be switched between fridge and freezer with a single touch. This is useful for storing fresh vegetables or keeping beer and wine chilled, or even an enormous batch of Ice cream. This is especially useful for leftovers from the Christmas season which you'd like to freeze and then reheat.

Samsung's FlexZone compartment is a different great feature. You can alter it to accommodate different kinds of food. You can set it to Freeze or Soft Freeze. It can be set to chill and Refrigerate or Freeze. This is a great way to keep all frozen food items in order and ready for big dinner parties.

Door alarms are another useful feature that will help you prevent food spoilage by alerting you if your fridge or freezer door has been left open for too long. There are models that feature twin cooling systems that divide the fridge and freezer compartments. This stops the cold, dry air from the freezer from drying food inside the fridge. It can also help you save energy.

Before you buy make sure you check the energy rating. The higher the rating the more efficient it will be. It's also worth looking at the yellow Energy Guide label to get an estimate of the running costs.

Ice and water dispensers

Many American refrigerator freezers come with water and ice dispensers, so you can enjoy chilled water and cubes with the push of an button. They're great if you like to have drinks in the fridge for guests or kids. There are also models with manual ice makers in the freezer department where you simply fill a removable tray and twist the dial to release crushed ice.

American refrigerator freezers that are plumbed require a mains water supply. They can only be installed in a kitchen which is already in place and has the space to accommodate them. However, if you're looking to cut costs or don't have the space to install a plumbed option, there are alternatives like refrigerators that have refillable water jugs that you can fill up yourself.

If you like to entertain and entertain guests, then you should consider an American fridge freezer that has a built-in wine chiller. It can hold up 28 bottles of wine and is designed to provide the best cooling. It is also possible to find models with an intelligent door sensor that lets you manage and monitor your appliance remotely via Smart ThinQ technology via your smartphone or tablet. Plus, you can find an energy-efficient model with low A+ rating, helping you reduce your carbon footprint while saving money on operating expenses.

Built-in cameras

Refrigerators with cameras are more of a 'nice-to-have' than an essential feature. However they can be beneficial for those who need to keep track of their food and cut down on their consumption of food. They allow you to see what's in the fridge without opening the door, which can be especially useful for families with busy schedules. You can also use the camera to check whether you've shut the fridge before going out for shopping, for example.

Samsung offers a variety of fridge freezers with cameras, including the sleek RS50N3513WW/EU. It comes with a huge 29-inch touchscreen, which you can use to view the contents of your fridge, find recipes and place orders for groceries. It is powered by Bixby, the intelligent assistant of the brand. It can also be controlled by Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can control it via your tablet or smartphone, and also change the temperature settings of your fridge remotely.

For a more budget-friendly option, look at Hisense's FMN431W20C refrigerator freezer. It can hold 550 litres in both the fridge and freezer. Front-mounted water and Ice dispensers are also included. It's got no-frost features to spare you from the yearly discomfort of chipping away ice by hand and LED lighting for easier interior navigation. It's frost-free, and EnergyStar certified, which means it will be efficient to run. It's not equipped with the fancy cameras of the other Samsung models however it can keep you well-fed at a lower cost.