Buying a
small american style fridge freezer American Fridge Freezer
An American fridge freezer is the best of white goods for the home, with more storage space than the 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. Find models that aren't plumbing-based and don't require access to your plumbing for a simple installation.
Storage
The good news is that there are plenty of alternatives for storage options for
small American fridge freezers. You can find models with two freezer drawers along with large salad crispers and zones that switch from fridge to freezer at the touch of a button. They may also come with an additional door for drinks to keep your wine chilled and readily available.
There are a lot of American fridge-freezers that have long doors that resemble cupboards, a fridge on the left and the freezer on the right, or a side-by-side freezer and fridge units. There are also models that have a refrigerator on the top of a drawer with a freezer or two, which are referred to as French-style refrigerators.
These models will take up more space in your home, but you'll have more space to store your food items. You can also find slim American fridge freezers that measure 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 even have a speed-freeze setting that can speed up the freezing time to ensure that food stays fresher for a longer period of time. You can also find models that have adjustable shelves to ensure you're making the most of the available space. The energy rating can reveal how efficient the appliance is as well as how much it costs to run.
Convertible zones
Some fridge freezers like the Fridgemaster MS83430FFS feature convertible zones which can be switched from fridge to freezer and back again with the click of the button. This is great for storing fresh veg or keeping beer and wine chilled, or even a big batch of ice cream. This is a great idea to store leftovers from Christmas that you want to freeze and reheat.
For
Small american fridge freezers another great feature, look into Samsung's FlexZone compartment that can be adjusted to fit different food items - it can be set to Freeze or Soft Freeze and Chill, or even Refrigerate. This is a great way of keeping all your frozen food organized and ready for big dinner parties.
Other handy features include door alarms that will alert you if doors to the fridge or freezer were left open for too long, which can help stop food spoilage. There are models with twin cooling systems that separate fridge and freezer compartments. This keeps the cold, dry air that comes that comes from the freezer from causing dehydration of food in the fridge. It can also help to save energy.
When you purchase take note of the energy rating. The higher the rating, the more efficient it is. You can also check the yellow Energy Guide label for an estimate of operating costs.
Water and ice dispensers
Many American refrigerator freezers come with dispensers for water and ice so that you can have chilled water and cubes at the touch an button. They are great to have drinks readily available for guests or for children. You can find manual ice makers in the freezer section. Simply fill the tray that is removable with ice and turn the dial.
Plumbed
narrow american fridge freezer fridge freezers have to be connected to the main water supply, which means they're only suitable if your kitchen is already installed with plumbing that can accommodate them. If you want to save money, or don't have enough space to accommodate a refrigerator freezer with a plumbed connection there are alternatives. For example you can buy a fridge with refillable water bottles that you fill yourself.
If you like to entertain, then you must look for an American refrigerator
Small American Fridge Freezers freezer that has an integrated wine cooler that can hold up to 28 bottles and is designed to provide optimal cooling. There are also models that have an intelligent sensor that detects the moment that the door is opened. This allows you to manage and monitor your appliance remotely using Smart ThinQ via your smartphone or tablet. There are also models with an A+ energy rating that will assist you in reducing the carbon footprint of your home while saving money on running costs.
Built-in cameras
Refrigerator freezers that have cameras are a nice to have', not an essential feature, but they can be useful for those who prefer to keep track of their food supplies and cut down on over-consumption. You can check what's in your fridge without having to open the door. This can be extremely helpful for busy families. You can also use the camera to check the fridge for any traces of not closing the fridge before leaving to shop, as an example.
Samsung offers a selection of refrigerator freezers that have cameras, including the stylish RS50N3513WW/EU model. It has a large touchscreen display that allows you to examine the contents of your fridge, look up recipes and order 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. You can adjust the temperature of your fridge remotely with your tablet or smartphone.
For a less costly option, look at Hisense's FMN431W20C fridge freezer. It can hold 550 litres in both the freezer and fridge. Front-mounted water and ice dispensers are also part of the. It features no-frost to save you from the annual difficulty of chipping away ice by hand, and LED lighting to facilitate navigation inside. It's frost free and EnergyStar accredited, so it should be cost-effective and economical to operate too. It may not have the fancy cameras the Samsung models do, but you can still get a lot of food for less money.