Buying a Small American style fridge freezer with drawers Fridge Freezer

The American fridge-freezer is considered to be the king of domestic white goods. It provides more storage than any other model and has a host of extra features like full air circulation to keep freezer compartments free of frost and fancy 0@ drawers for vegetables and fruit. For easy installation you should look for units that aren't plumbing that don't require access to your plumbing.

Storage

There are plenty of storage options for small American refrigerator freezers. You can find models with two freezer drawers as well as large salad crispers, and zones that can switch from fridge to freezer at the touch of a button. They also have a separate door for drinks, so you can keep your favorite wine chilled and in stock.

Typically, you'll see American fridge freezers that have long cupboard-like doors with the fridge on the right and the freezer on the left, or side-by-side refrigerators and freezer units. There are also models that have a refrigerator on the top of a freezer drawer or two, also known as French-style refrigerators.

These models will take up more space in your home however, you'll have more space to store your grocery items. You can even find slim american fridge freezer 90cm wide fridge freezers that measure only 70cm wide american fridge freezer, which is perfect for smaller kitchens.

Look for a frost-free freezer, no matter the size. This will free you from needing to defrost the freezer manually. Some models have the option of speed-freezing which will increase the time of freezing so that food stays fresher longer. You can find models that have adjustable shelves that allow you to make the most of your space. You'll also need to take into consideration the energy rating of the appliance because it will let you know how efficient it is for the environment as well as the cost to operate.

Convertible zones

Certain fridge freezers, such as the Fridgemaster MS83430FFS model, have convertible zones. These zones can be changed between fridge and freezer by pressing a button. This is great for storing fresh beverages, wine and beer, or even a large batch of ice-cream. It is also helpful at Christmas, when you have a lot of leftovers to freeze and reheat.

For a different feature that is great, look into Samsung's FlexZone compartment that you can adjust to suit various food types. It can be set to Freeze, Soft Freeze chill, Refrigerate or Chill. This is a great way to keep all frozen food items in order and ready for those big dinner gatherings.

Other handy features include door alarms that alert you if refrigerator or freezer doors are left open for too long, helping to avoid food spoilage. There are models that feature twin cooling systems that divide the fridge and freezer compartments. This stops dry, cool freezer air dehydrating food items in the fridge, and can reduce the energy consumption.

Before you buy take note of the energy rating. The higher the rating the more efficient it is. It's also worth checking out the yellow Energy Guide label to get an estimate of the running costs.

Water and ice dispensers

Many American fridge freezers are equipped with water and ice dispensers, so you can get chilled filtered water or cubes on the touch of a button. They're great to keep drinks handy for guests or kids. There are also models with manual ice makers in the freezer section, where you fill a removable tray and turn the dial to release crushed ice.

Plumbed american side by side fridge freezer fridge freezers need to be connected to the mains water supply, which means they're only suitable if the kitchen is already equipped and you have the space to accommodate them. If you're looking to cut costs or don't have enough space for a plumbed fridge there are alternatives, like refrigerators that have refillable water jugs you can fill yourself.

If you are a fan of entertaining, then choose an American fridge freezer with a built-in wine chiller. It can store up 28 bottles of wine and is designed to provide optimal cooling. You can also find models with an intelligent door sensor so you can manage and monitor your appliance remotely using Smart ThinQ technology via your smartphone or tablet. Additionally, you can find models that are energy efficient and have a low A+ rating that will allow you to reduce your carbon footprint while saving money on running 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 looking to track their food consumption and reduce their consumption of food. They let you know what's in your fridge without opening the door, which is especially beneficial for households with busy schedules. You can also make use of the camera to determine if you've forgotten to close the fridge prior to going out to shop, as an example.

Samsung offers a range of refrigerator freezers equipped with cameras, such as the fashionable model RS50N3513WW/EU. It has a large touchscreen display that lets you look through the contents of your fridge, search for recipes and place orders for groceries. It's powered by the brand's own smart assistant Bixby and works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant too. You can alter the temperature of your fridge remotely with your tablet or smartphone.

For a more budget-friendly option check out Hisense's FMN431W20C refrigerator freezer. It can hold 550 litres in both the fridge and freezer. Front-mounted water and Ice dispensers are included. It has no-frost technology to alleviate the pain of chipping away the ice manually and LED lighting to help navigate through the interior space. It's frost-free, and EnergyStar rated so should be efficient to run. It doesn't have the fancy cameras of the previous Samsung models, but it will still provide you with a healthy diet with less expense.