American Fridge Freezers
American fridge freezers make a fantastic kitchen accessory, offering an enormous amount of storage space for your drinks and food. They're usually taller than standard UK styles too, making them an ideal choice for kitchens with open spaces.
Many homes have dispensers for water and ice, so chilled, refreshing drinks are always at hand. The models with a plumbed-in connection connect directly to your main water supply and ice, whereas the models that aren't plumbed have an integrated tank that is able to be replenished easily.
They're big
An American fridge freezer is a huge beast. These freezers are typically larger than freestanding models (up up to 85cm) and feature two long doors that are the size of a cupboard. They can accommodate 390 litres, which is enough to store 20 grocery bags filled with food items!
These refrigerators also have numerous features that can help keep your food cool and fresh for longer. Look out for advanced american fridge freezer that ensures consistent temperature and automatic defrost systems. Also, look for door-mounted water and Ice dispensers.
Our affordable American fridge freezers have an energy efficiency rating of A which means they're an excellent value and can lower your bills. And they're affordable to buy with flexible payment options such as Klarna and PayPal Credit available.
Be aware that fridge freezers are also quite large - so be sure to consider the size of your internal and front doors when you measure. Getting one delivered to your home can be a bit difficult so make sure you can get it into the space you're looking for before purchasing. Some models come with a mini-bar door that folds down to allow for easier access without letting cold air escape. This feature is available on some of our less expensive brands, such as Hisense, Haier and Hotpoint.
They're bold
In contrast to the tall, upright fridge freezers the majority of us are familiar with, American-style fridge freezers have two doors that open from the center outwards. In the UK they are often referred to as side-by-side fridge freezers. However, certain American-style models have the fridge on top, and a freezer drawer below.
These fridge freezers have many useful features aside from their size. You should look for features such as a door-mounted water and ice dispenser that will keep your drinks cold and hydrated, without taking up counter space, as well as an energy efficiency rating. It's harder to find an A+fridge-freezer that is rated ++ because the new stricter system took effect in 2021, however a good place to start is at the C-E mark.
Fans of the brand might want to consider the Siemens IQ700 the KA92DHXFP. It comes in stunning matte black and has plenty of interior'meal space and space for more than 540 litres. It is split into 173 litres of fridge and 367 litres of freezer. This model also has an impressive energy efficiency with an A+rating due to the Inverter Linear Compressor. There's also an ice maker that can be hung on the door, and LED lighting that can help to find what you're looking for. Quiet Mark certified, it is also designed to be quiet. It's perfect for homes with open plans.
It's stylish
The primary difference between an American fridge freezer and the traditional larder-style fridge freezers we're accustomed to in the UK is the size. American-style models are much bigger, with doors that are double-length. They are ideal for families who want to stock up on food items to save money on shopping trips and for large family meals or gatherings at Christmas time.
American fridge freezers aren't only big in size, but also elegant with their sleek finishes and sophisticated technology. Choose from a range of colors to match your kitchen, including white, silver and black. You can find models with water dispensers with filtered ice that provide instant cold drinks and frozen cubes. Certain models have zones that can be switched from an appliance to a freezer, for example storage of leftovers and food items for parties.
One thing to keep in mind with American fridge freezers is that they can be quite heavy so you'll require a helper to move them in your kitchen. It's important that the doors are able to open fully, so it is easy to access them. Many come with smart features, for instance OptimalFresh Plus boxes that can be set to two different temperatures for different kinds of food, as well as Dual Cooling that prevents dry freezer air from drying your frozen food items and prevents smells from spreading.
It's practical
With long cupboard-style doors that are positioned over a freezer, American fridge freezers have distinct design and can create an attractive focal point in your kitchen. Models that have an integrated ice maker as well as a cold-water dispensers can add some luxury.
A majority of these appliances are available with or without plumbing to fit your lifestyle and home. They also come with numerous useful features that make them more effective. This includes Total No Frost technology that eliminates ice build-up and means you'll never have to manually defrost your appliance and LED displays that offer simple temperature control.
These models also provide a variety of additional storage options, such as deep pockets for juice bottles and milk bottles. You can also choose a model that has a convertible zone. This lets you transform the freezer into a refrigerator if you need to. Choose a model with an internal reservoir that is not plumbed. You can fill the reservoir with water from your tap and drink fresh, filtered drinking water straight from the dispenser.
The fridge freezers are available with the capacity of 390 litres, which is enough to hold 33 shopping bags. They're the ideal option for anyone looking to add more design and space to their home. Browse through the many options at Comet to find models from reputable brands and trusted household names, with finishes to suit every style of interior.