Are You Getting The Most Value Of Your Large American Fridge Freezers?

How to Choose the Best American Style Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers are huge beasts, ideal for families with a lot of mouths to feed. They have huge capacity and high technical specifications, such as ice dispensers.

Whether you're looking to upgrade your kitchen, or you've just moved in, picking the most American-style refrigerator freezer is a major investment. How do you narrow down the options?

Larger storage space

American fridge freezers have plenty of space inside which is perfect for American Fridge Freezer With Ice Dispenser large families, enjoy frozen food or want the ultimate two-in-one kitchen appliance. They tend to be larger than standard fridge freezers measuring 90cm or even more. This is in contrast to a 70cm standard model. They are not suitable for smaller UK homes. It is important to ensure you have the space before buying.

But the oversized dimensions aren't the only bad thing as they usually come with a variety of clever innovations designed to keep your food fresher longer. For instance, air circulation stops the build-up of frost up, and fancy fruit and vegetable drawers can be used to keep chilled food at a temperature that is optimal to maintain freshness for a long time. Refrigerator freezers can also include dispensing features like water dispensers and ice cube machines to provide fresh, cold drinks upon demand.

This Hisense model might not boast the highest-rated energy efficiency of of our more expensive choices but it's an elegant and well-loved model that offers plenty of storage in a compact package. Its capacity is 521-litres which is equivalent to about 28 bags of food. This is more than enough to satisfy any family. The no-frost feature means that you don't need to manually defrost it. The interior is user-friendly with adjustable shelves as well as LED lighting.

Smart technology

This smart American fridge freezer is packed with smart features to keep your food fresher longer. The LINEARCooling feature ensures that the temperature is precise, while the Pure N Fresh feature eliminates any odours that can cause vomiting. The fridge's door also features a wine rack, and four shelves for storing your monthly shopping. Plus it's WiFi compatible, so you can manage your American Fridge Freezer from anywhere.

This Hisense American Fridge Freezer With Ice Dispenser refrigerator freezer is an excellent addition to your kitchen. It's not cheap however, it makes an impressive statement. It's small, but it comes with a 431 litre capacity. It can hold 23 bags of food. It also comes with Total No Frost so you will never have to fret about defrosting by hand and a smart MultiFlow air cooling system that evenly circulates cold air throughout the freezer and fridge.

This fridge freezer comes with a very impressive A+ energy rating, meaning it won't cost an arm and a leg to run. It's also super quiet, at 44dB, which means you won't be disturbed when you take a glass of ice water from the non-plumbed dispenser on the right hand door. The clever LED lighting in the freezer and fridge compartments is a good feature and you can alter the way freezer compartments are organised to meet your requirements.

Better airflow

A favourite of Mumsnet users, American fridge freezers can be an amazing addition to any kitchen. These massive side-byside models offer plenty of space for food and drinks and feature cutting-edge technology, such as ice and water dispensers and smart screens that help you plan shopping lists, consult recipes, and track inventory, among other beneficial functions. They can be heavy, and are typically 90cm wide. This means you will need a lot of space around them. Thankfully, some manufacturers now offer smaller 70cm models that fit UK homes that offer all the storage space and style of an American but are smaller and more manageable for smaller space.

This model from LG, for example, comes with a Multiflow air cooling' system which circulates air through the freezer and fridge to prevent any accumulation of water or ice. There's no need to do manual defrosting. It's also rated energy efficient, 'E which will allow you to reduce your energy bills.

You must ensure you buy a model that is durable like you would with any other major investment. Refrigerators run 24/7, therefore you need to make sure yours will last especially if it's filled of expensive frozen food items and fresh products. Look out for a fridge freezer with an extended warranty or one that offers no-cost replacements if something goes wrong.

Easy to clean

Kenwood KSBSX20 has received great reviews from both the owner and industry experts. The large capacity of the Kenwood KSBSX20, which includes a MyZone drawer that has temperatures ranging from between -1C and +1C, allows you to store fresh fruits and vegetables at the correct temperature and cool drinks quickly. It also features a Humidity Zone, which keeps the air inside the freezer at a constant 90 percent humidity. This is perfect for frozen vegetables and fruits.

This fridge freezer is ideal for busy kitchens of families thanks to its stainless-steel exterior that resists fingerprints and the recessed handles. It's an excellent choice for those with space limitations because it boasts the capacity of 521 litres that's equivalent to 28 bags of shopping! It includes an ice maker as well as Total No Frost Technology that helps to prevent the formation of ice layers.

This American fridge freezer is affordable at this cost and provides excellent value for price. The large salad crisper lets you easily keep track of your fresh vegetables. It also has LED lighting inside the fridge compartment, so that you can easily locate the last piece of food that is hidden in the drawers. It is also energy-efficient and has an E-rating, as well as a holiday mode that helps you save power.