20 Fun Facts About Large American Fridge Freezers

How to Choose the Best American Style Fridge Freezer

American fridge freezers come in king-sized sizes, ideal for large families. They boast huge capacity and top-quality technical specifications, including ice dispensers.

If you're in the process of upgrading your kitchen, or recently moved into a brand new home, selecting the most American-style refrigerator freezer can be an expensive investment. How do you narrow down the options?

Larger storage space

American fridge freezers have an enormous interior'meal space' which is great for families with many members or those who like frozen food. They are also great when you need a two-in-one appliance. They are usually wider than conventional 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'll need to make sure you have enough space to accommodate them prior to making a purchase.

The oversized dimensions may not be a problem in the sense that they are usually enhanced by clever inventions that help keep food fresher longer. For instance, the full air circulation prevents frost build up and fancy fruit and vegetable drawers can be used to store chilled food at optimum temperature for a long-lasting freshness. Fridge freezers may also include dispensing features, such as water dispensers or ice cube makers to provide cold drinks at any time.

This Hisense model may not have the most energy efficiency ratings as some of our more expensive choices however, it's a chic well-loved model that provides ample storage space in a slim package. Its capacity is 521-litres which is roughly 28 bags of food. This is more than enough to feed any family. The no-frost option means that you don't need to manually defrost it again. The interior is user-friendly with adjustable shelves as well as LED lighting.

Smart technology

This smart American refrigerator freezer is with clever features that keep your food fresher longer. The LINEARCooling system keeps the temperature precise, whilst the Pure N Fresh feature gets rid of any unpleasant smells. It also comes with an elegant wine rack and four shelves inside the door of the fridge - plenty of room for your weekly shop! It's also WiFi compatible, meaning you can control the American Fridge Freezer anywhere.

It's too expensive but this Hisense American fridge freezer makes an impressive statement in your kitchen. It's slim, but it has 431 litres of capacity. It can hold 23 bags of food. It also comes with Total No Frost so you never have to worry about defrosting by hand and a smart MultiFlow air cooling system that distributes cold air evenly throughout the fridge and freezer.

This fridge freezer comes with an impressive A+ energy rating, meaning it won't cost you an exorbitant amount to run. It's also extremely quiet at just 44dB. This means you won't get disturbed when you take the glass of ice water from the non-plumbed dispenser on the right-hand side of the door. The LED lighting in the fridge as well as the freezer compartments add a nice extra. You can also alter the way the freezer compartments have been organised.

Better airflow

American fridge freezers are a favourite of Mumsnet users and can make an impressive addition to any kitchen. These huge models with side-by-side doors offer plenty of space for food and drink and feature cutting-edge technology, such as water and ice dispensers as well as smart screens that help you plan shopping lists, consult recipes, and track inventory, among other helpful functions. However they can be a little large and typically 90cm wide, which means you need to have a fair amount of free space around them. Some manufacturers offer slimmer 70cm versions to fit UK homes. These models come with all the look and storage of an American but are more adaptable to smaller spaces.

For instance this model from LG boasts a 'Multiflow Air Cooling' system that circulates air throughout the freezer and fridge sections to prevent the accumulation of ice or water and also eliminates manual defrosting. It's also rated  energy efficient with an 'E' rating that will help you save money on your energy bills.

You should ensure that you buy a refrigerator that is durable like you would with any other major purchase. Refrigerators run all the time, so you need to ensure that the one you purchase will last for a long time. This is especially important especially if it is packed with expensive frozen foods or fresh products. If you are looking for a fridge-freezer that has a warranty with a longer duration, or one that offers an immediate replacement in the event that something goes wrong, check out for those.

Easy to clean

american-style fridges  has received rave reviews from both the owner and industry experts. Its large capacity, including a separate MyZone drawer that can be set to +1C or -1C, means you can store fresh fruit and vegetables in the right temperature, and swiftly chill drinks. In addition, with a clever Humidity Zone that keeps the air in the freezer at 90% humidity, it's perfect to keep frozen food items and vegetables in their best condition.

This fridge freezer is great for busy kitchens of families, with its stainless steel exterior that is resistant to fingerprints, and the recessed handles. This fridge freezer is ideal for those who have limited space as it comes with a the capacity of 521 litres. That's 28 bags of groceries. It also comes with an ice maker, as well as Total No Frost Technology that helps to prevent the formation of ice layers.

This American fridge-freezer is a great bargain at this price. It is a great value for the money. The generously sized salad crisper lets you easily track the fresh vegetables you have in your fridge. It also has LED lighting in the fridge compartment so you can locate the last piece of food hidden in the back of the drawers. It is also energy-efficient and has an E-rating, as well as a holiday mode that helps you save energy.