How to Choose the Best American Style Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers are king-sized beasts, perfect for families with plenty of mouths to feed. They boast huge capacity and high technical specifications, such as ice dispensers.

If you're planning to remodel your kitchen, or you recently moved into a brand new home, selecting the best American-style refrigerator freezer can be a major investment. How do you narrow down your choices?

Larger storage space

American fridge freezers come with large internal'meal space' which is perfect for families with lots of members or those who love frozen food items. They're also ideal to have a double-sided appliance. They're typically larger than standard fridge freezers measuring up to 90cm or more. This is in contrast to a 70cm standard model. They aren't suited for smaller UK homes and you will have to ensure that you have enough room for them before making a purchase.

But the huge dimensions are not necessarily bad news since they often come with lots of innovative features designed to keep your food fresher longer. For example, full air circulation helps prevent frost from building up and fancy 0@ fruit and veg drawers can be used to keep chilled food at an optimal temperature for long-lasting freshness. Fridge freezers also come with dispensing features like water dispensers and ice cube machines to provide refreshing, cold drinks on demand.

This Hisense 632L American Fridge Freezer - Black: Buy Now! model may not have the top-rated energy efficiency rating of some of our more expensive options but it's a stylish and well-loved choice that offers plenty of storage in an ultra-compact design. It boasts a massive capacity of 521 litres which is equivalent to 28 bags of food and is more than enough for the entire family and the freezer that doesn't have a freezer means you'll never need to waste long removing it manually. The interior is a breeze to use with adjustable shelves as well as LED lighting.

Smart technology

This smart American refrigerator freezer is with clever features to keep your food fresher for www.Frydge.uk longer. The LINEARCooling system keeps the temperature precise, and the Pure N Fresh feature gets rid of any unpleasant smells. The refrigerator's door also has a wine rack, and four shelves for your shopping needs. It's also WiFi compatible so you can control your American Fridge Freezer from anywhere.

This Hisense American refrigerator freezer is an excellent addition to your kitchen. It's not cheap however, it makes an impression. It's slim, but has huge capacity of 431 litres that can store 23 bags of food items! It also comes with Total No Frost so you do not have to worry about manual defrosting and a smart MultiFlow air cooling system that distributes cold air evenly throughout the fridge and freezer.

This refrigerator freezer also has an impressive A+ energy rating which means it won't cost you a fortune to run. It's also super quiet, at just 44dB. This means you won't be disturbed when you grab a glass of ice water from the non-plumbed dispenser on the right side of the door. The clever LED illumination in the freezer and fridge compartments is a pleasant feature and you can alter the way freezer compartments are organised to meet your requirements.

Better airflow

American fridge freezers are the most popular among Mumsnet users and can be an impressive addition to any kitchen. These side-by-side models are huge and provide ample space for drinks and food. They also feature cutting-edge technology such as water and ice dispensers, smart screens that allow you to make shopping lists, look up a recipes and inventory, among other features. They can be bulky, and are typically 90cm wide. This means you'll require a lot of space around them. Fortunately, some manufacturers have smaller models of 70cm to be suitable for UK homes that offer all the storage space and design of an American but are smaller and more manageable for smaller areas.

This model from LG is a good example. It includes a 'Multiflow Air Cooling' system which circulates air through the fridge and freezer to prevent the accumulation of water or ice. There's no need to do manual defrosting. It is also rated as energy efficient with an 'E' rating which will allow you to reduce your energy bills.

You want to make sure you buy a model that is reliable, just as you would with any other major investment. Fridge-freezers are switched on 24/7 so you need to be sure that it will last especially if it's filled of expensive frozen meals and fresh produce. Make sure you choose a fridge freezer that has an extended warranty or one that provides an unconditional replacement in the event that something goes wrong.

Easy to clean

The Kenwood KSBSX20 is a grand fridge-freezer with great reviews from users and experts in the industry alike. Its large capacity, including a separate MyZone drawer that can be set to -1C or +1C it allows you to store fresh fruit and vegetables in the right temperature, and swiftly chill drinks. There is also a Humidity Zone, which keeps the air inside the freezer at 90 percent humidity. This is ideal for frozen vegetables and fruits.

This fridge freezer is great for busy kitchens with families, with its stainless steel exterior that is resistant to fingerprints, and its recessed handles. It's a great choice for those with space constraints because it comes with an impressive capacity of 521 litres - or 28 bags of groceries! It has an ice maker and Total No Frost Technology that prevents icy layer buildup.

This American fridge freezer is a steal at this price and is a great value price. The generously sized salad crisper allows you to easily keep track of your fresh vegetables. It also has LED lighting inside the fridge compartment so it's easy to find the last food item hidden behind the drawers. It's also energy efficient, with an E rating and a holiday mode that can help you save even more power.