Fridge freezers: Compare features & prices

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Size (cm) hxwxd
The dimensions of the fridge freezer. Ask for details of how much extra space you'll have to factor in to allow air to circulate.

Height (cm)
With some models you will need to allow extra headroom for air to circulate. Check whether this is the case with the retailer or manufacturer before you buy.

Width (cm)
With some models you will need to allow extra room at the sides for air to circulate. Check whether this is the case with the retailer or manufacturer before you buy.

Colour
The colour we give here are the colours of the fridge freezers available at time of testing. Other colours may be released at a later date, so if you're looking for a silver fridge freezer, but we only have the white version, check with the manufacturer. Built in appliances can have the same cupboard door attached to match the rest of your kitchen.

Warranty
Basic warranty offered at time of purchase. Extended warranties are sometimes available free of charge if you register your fridge with the manufacturer, so check your fridge's user manual.

Fridge volume (litres)
The maximum usable space for storing food. These measurements may be lower than the figures given by manufacturers because their figures sometimes include space that isn't usable.

Freezer volume (litres)
The maximum usable space for storing food. These measurements may be lower than the figures given by manufacturers because their figures sometimes include space that isn't usable.

Frost free freezer
Frost free freezers save you the chore of regularly defrosting your freezer.

Energy label
This is given by the manufacturer for energy efficiency. An A++ indicates the most efficient category. Check our running-costs measurements for a more accurate rating.

Annual energy cost
Our annual energy costs are based on a unit cost of 14.5p per kWh

Ice maker
Ice maker

Bottle storage
Bottles fit upright in main compartment

Humidity control
Has at least one humidity controlled compartment

Fridge shelves
Number of fridge shelves

Freezer compartments
Number of freezer drawers and/or compartments with lid-flaps

Rollers/castors
y

Energy use
Compares energy use for each fridge-freezer taking size into account.

Fridge power
How quickly the fridge cools food to the correct temperature, this is important for hygiene and convenience.

Freezer power
The amount of fresh food that can be frozen to -18°C in 24 hours, this is important for taste and texture.

Recommended thermostat setting
The manufacturer's recommended thermostat setting should result in a temperature under 5°C in the fridge and -18°C in the freezer. Fewer than two stars means you will have to adjust the thermostat setting until it matches the correct setting.

Uniform fridge temperature
The difference between the coldest and warmest parts of the fridge. Those with even temperatures got the highest rating.

Fridge temp stability
How closely the fridge maintains the correct temperature even when the room temperature changes. Five stars mean you won't need to adjust the thermostat, while two stars means that you will.

Freezer temp stability
How closely the freezer maintains the correct temperature even when the room temperature changes. Five stars mean you won't need to adjust the thermostat, while two stars means that you will.

Ease of defrosting
Scores five stars if it is a frost free model

Quietness and vibration
Five stars means the model is quiet, one star is noisy.

Brand reliability
How reliable this brand of fridge freezer is

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