French Fridge Freezers - Which Fridge Freezer is Right For You?
Refrigerator freezers are among the biggest and most expensive appliances in the home, so it's important to select the best model for you. We spoke to experts from Quiet Mark and Currys as well as AO, Samsung, and independent white goods advisors UK Whitegoods to find out what the best fridge freezers are.
Space
Fridge freezers are all about storage space, and they're extremely efficient for stocking food items and catering to hungry families. French fridge freezers have a wider width than other models. This provides you with more room to store large vegetables, whole fish, and large cuts of meat.
They are also wide open which allows you to easily access your food items. They are also large enough to accommodate extra-large trays, containers and other kitchen essentials such as drink bottles and cooking tools. Some come with built-in dispensers for water and ice to allow easy access to chilled drinks.
If you have a particular need for additional freezer storage, look for models with a separate freezer compartment below the doors that are parting. This is ideal for those who consume a lot of frozen food and want to organize their groceries according to consumption. You can also choose models with adjustable shelves and storage containers that can be repositioned or moved to meet your needs.
French refrigerators come with a variety of intelligent features, making them a great option for any home. No Frost technology, LED lights and stay-fresh systems can be included to ensure that your food stays fresher for longer. A lot of them also have a deep freeze compartment that makes it easy to store items such as frozen pies and ice cream.
Some models also have a programmable energy efficiency mode to lower their electricity usage and help reduce the household expenses. A handy indicator on the front will show you how much electricity is being consumed by your fridge. With this feature, you can be sure that your appliances are using the lowest possible amount of energy to keep your family satisfied. This is an excellent way to cut down on your carbon footprint while also reducing unnecessary expenditure.
Energy
A fridge freezer is an investment of a large amount therefore it is essential to choose wisely. A large unit with additional features such as water dispensers could make an impact in the kitchen and boost the value of your home, whereas an energy efficient model will help keep your costs at a minimum.
French fridge freezers provide plenty of storage space, which is ideal for families. They also combine two essential appliances into a single unified appliance, meaning you don't need to devote space to separate fridges or freezers.
These models come with 2 French style doors that open to reveal a massive fridge Cavity while the Freezer section is located on the bottom and has 2 or 1 pull out drawers that are easy to access. The majority feature VitaFresh drawers, which have temperatures of 0degC that keep food fresher longer and defrosting with NoFrost to make it easy to access.
The Siemens iQ700 is a smart French style fridge freezer that has a touchscreen on its door. It can show pictures of the family, record notes, or even show the weather. Emma is awed by the fact that it's energy efficient too, as the C rating is in the "green zone', especially when electricity prices are so high.
There are also refrigerators that have an A rating that means they use less energy than standard models and come with higher-efficiency features such as LED lights, which consume far less energy and last much longer. Samsung FridgeFreezer is another great example. It boasts an impressive A+ score thanks to its intelligent design.
It can automatically adapt to your lifestyle, and adjust to save energy when you are away from home or working. It can also analyze your habits of usage so that it can run efficiently at a cost-effective time and decrease energy consumption.
Be aware that UK energy ratings were updated 2021. This means that a lot of products that were once graded A+ and+are now rated F or G. This is due to the new system is more closely aligned with current energy prices. So, it's important to know the ratings of any fridge-freezer you're considering buying. This will ensure you're choosing the right appliance that will keep your bills down, even in the most expensive energy cost time.
Convenience
Refrigerator freezers help keep your food cool and well-organized, so they are an important part of your kitchen. Fridge freezers are available in a variety of sizes and shapes to suit different kitchens.
A French door fridge-freezer is one of the most sought-after options for modern homes. They have a distinctive design that stands apart from other freezers for fridges, with two doors to conceal the fridge compartment and an aesthetically pleasing design. These fridges and freezers are freestanding, which means they can be placed in a variety of ways in your kitchen.
french door fridge freezers are often built wider than deep. They have a 91cm width instead of 183cm in height. This lets them be able to fit into larger spaces and allows you to store larger foods and family-sized meals. This also means that you don't have to waste valuable space in your kitchen by putting the fridge and freezer out of reach, or limiting how much you can keep.
You'll also have easier access to food items with the two doors that split in two than you would with an American-style refrigerator freezer. There's no need to bend or strain to open drawers. You'll be able to locate what you need without having to open each shelf.
The freezer section that is separate is a further great feature of fridge freezers with French doors. This means that you can decide to use the freezer only when necessary and only making use of the energy you're required to. As a result, you'll save money as well as help the environment.
Freestanding French-door fridge freezers also keep your fresh fruits and vegetables fresher longer. These fridge freezers are equipped with features such as NoFrost, which eliminates the necessity of manual thawing and VitaFresh Pro, which maintains an humidity level of 90 percent, which locks in flavors, nutrients and flavours for a longer time.
There are many advantages to choosing the French door fridge freezer from Caple with regard to their contemporary aesthetic and convenient features. If you're thinking about adding one to your kitchen, make sure to look through our full collection below.
Style
A very popular style of fridge freezer in its own right, French door fridges add an air of class to your kitchen and can aid in creating a modern look. The sleeker drawers and fresh food shelves are at eye level, making it easier to remember to find or put away things.
There's plenty of space to store your bottles, small containers and other leftovers in the storage built into each door, while providing space for your larger meals and other ingredients. This allows you to arrange your fridge based on consumption, not just location. For families that consume a large amount of frozen food items, this can prove particularly useful.
The location of the freezer compartment is a further important distinction between an American-style and a French door refrigerator freezer. Whereas French-door fridges tend to have the freezer compartment on top of the fridge, a lot of American models have the freezer on the bottom of the refrigerator. This can be a great way to save on electricity costs, especially when you're constantly storing and defrosting frozen items.
Each fridge freezer has its distinct features, so it is important to select the one that best meets your needs. Some of our fridge freezers come with unique features such as water dispensers that are filtered and ice, smart tech compatibility, and temperature zones that are adjustable. This gives you the greatest flexibility when it comes to maintaining your fridge and freezer.
Other fridge freezers from our selection have an integrated filter. This convenient and eco-friendly option filters out impurities in your water to ensure you're well-hydrated. VitaFresh Pro is also available in a few of our refrigerators and provides maximum freshness and protection to your produce. This will keep your food fresher for longer so you can enjoy your favorites for as long as you want to.