American Fridge Freezers

American fridge freezers are an excellent kitchen accessory, offering a huge amount of space to store your drinks and food. They tend to be larger and wider than UK models, making them an excellent option for kitchens that are open.

Many have water and ice dispensers so chilled refreshing drinks are always in the fridge. The plumbed-in models connect directly to your water supply, while non-plumbed models use an integral tank you can easily refill.

They're big

A huge American fridge freezer is an impressive machine. They are generally larger than freestanding freezers that are standard (up to 85cm in average) and come with two doors that are the size of a cupboard. They can contain 390 litres. That's enough to hold 20 grocery bags full of food items!

These refrigerators also include many features that can help keep your food fresh and cool for longer. Be sure to look for the latest in air circulation to ensure consistent temperature, automated defrost technology and door-mounted water and Ice dispensers.

Our affordable American fridge freezers come with an energy efficiency rating of A, which means they are an excellent value and can lower the cost of your energy bills. They're also easy to pay for with various payment options like Klarna and PayPal Credit available.

Keep in mind that fridge freezers can be heavy, therefore be cautious when weighing up. Also, don't forget to factor in the width of your front entrance and the internal doors. It's sometimes difficult to obtain one delivered to your home, so make sure you can accommodate it in the space before purchasing. If you're worried about access to it, some models have mini bar doors that folds down for easy access but doesn't let cold air escape. This feature is available on a few of our cheaper brands such as Hisense, Haier and Hotpoint.

It's bold

American-style refrigerator freezers have two doors that open outwards from the middle. They're often referred as side-by-side fridge freezers in the UK but some American fridge freezers have the fridge above, and an opening freezer drawer below (these are generally referred to as French door designs).

In addition to their size, these fridge freezers often have useful features. Look out for things like doors that have water and an Ice dispenser, which will keep your drinks chilled and hydrated, without taking up kitchen counter space, or an energy efficiency rating. It's harder to find an A+refrigerator-freezer with a ++ rating because the new stricter system came into effect in 2021. however a good point to start is at the C-E mark.

Brand aficionados will want to check out Siemens IQ 700 KA92DHXFP. It comes in a stunning matte black finish and has a spacious interior'meal area that can hold the capacity of 540 litres, divided into 173 litres to go in the fridge and 367 litres for the freezer. This model is equipped with an A+energy rating of ++, thanks to its Inverter Linear compressor. There's also a handy door-mounted ice maker as well as LED lighting to help find what you're looking for. Quiet Mark certified, it is also designed to be quiet. It's perfect for homes with open designs.

It's stylish

The main difference between a traditional British larder style fridge freezer and an American model is the size. Hoover American Fridge Freezer Stainless Steel models are larger and feature double doors that extend all the way to the fridge. These are great for families who prefer to stock up in order to save money on shopping trips as well as for large family meals or gatherings at Christmas.

American fridge freezers are not only big in size, but also stylish thanks to their sleek finishes and sophisticated technology. Choose from a variety of colors to complement your kitchen, including black, white and silver. There are models that have ice and filtered water dispensers that provide instant cold drinks and ice cubes. Some models have zones that can change from a refrigerator to a freezer, for instance for storing leftovers or party food.

One thing to bear in mind with American fridge freezers is that they tend to be quite heavy so you'll require a helper to move them into place in your kitchen. You'll also need to make sure that the doors are able to open fully so they can be easily accessed. Many come with smart features, such as OptimalFresh boxes, which can be set at two different temperatures that can be adapted to different kinds of food items, or Dual Cooling, which keeps the dry air inside the freezer from drying out frozen items and prevents the spread of odors.

It's practical

American Fridge Freezer With Ice Maker fridge freezers are distinguished by their wide, cupboard-style doors that sit above the freezer section. They make a statement in your kitchen with this distinctive look. They can also be a touch of luxury, by having models with an ice maker as well as a cold water dispenser built into the door.

They can be plumbed into or not plumbed to fit your home and lifestyle, with many offering various practical features that make them even more useful. This includes Total No Frost technology that removes ice build-up, which means you'll never need to manually defrost your appliance and LED displays that offer an easy temperature control.

There are plenty of additional storage options for these models as well, including deep pockets for milk bottles and juice bottles. You can also pick one with a convertible zone, which lets you change the freezer to a fridge at any time. Select a model that has an internal reservoir that isn't plumbed. You can refill the reservoir with water from the tap, and then enjoy fresh, clean drinking water straight from the dispenser.

These refrigerator freezers have the capacity of 390 litres, which is sufficient to hold 33 shopping bags. They're the ideal option for anyone who wants to add style and space to their home. Comet offers a wide range of models from trusted household brands and trusted brands with finishes that complement any interior design scheme.