A good fridge freezer keeps your weekly shop fresh, makes ingredients easy to find and gives you room for everything from packed lunches to frozen pizzas. There are plenty of designs available, from compact models to spacious American-style fridges.
Below, we've picked out four models with different strengths, and explained the features worth knowing about. But first, take a look at our 5 things to think about before buying a fridge freezer for advice on dimensions, kitchen space and shopping habits. Now let's look at the fridges themselves…
Best fridge freezers for different households
From first homes to busy family kitchens, these four models have something to offer for different types of household:
Best for everyday family life: Bosch Series 4 KGN392WDFG 70/30 fridge freezer
With a 260-litre fridge and 103-litre freezer, the Bosch Series 4 KGN392LDFG 70/30 gives you plenty of room for fresh and frozen food alike. Its VitaFresh XXL Pro compartment keeps meat and fish at around 0°C, helping them stay fresh for longer. And Total No Frost means you can forget about manually defrosting the freezer. It's a handy combination for families juggling packed lunches, fresh ingredients and leftovers.
Best for big households: Samsung Series 6 SpaceMax RS70F65KET American style fridge freezer
Got a busy household and a big weekly shop? The Samsung Series 6 SpaceMax has 634 litres of total storage, split between a 409-litre fridge and 225-litre freezer. There's a non-plumbed water and ice dispenser too, so you can enjoy chilled drinks without connecting the appliance to your water supply. All-Around Cooling helps distribute cold air evenly, while SmartThings connectivity and AI Energy Mode offer ways to monitor and manage energy use. It's a big appliance, so check your kitchen space and door clearance before buying.
Best value American-style model: Hisense PureFlat RS694N4TBE fridge freezer
The Hisense PureFlat RQ758N4SASE comes with 609 litres of storage, and a water and ice dispenser with a refillable tank. The side-by-side layout makes it easier to see what's in each compartment, and Fast Freeze is great for chilling newly added groceries quickly. There’s also a handy door alarm if someone forgets to shut it properly.
It's a great choice if you fancy American-style storage but don’t want to pay thousands of pounds for a high-end model. Just remember that these types of fridge freezer need more width than a standard model.
Best for a first home: Bosch Series 2 KGN33NWEBG 70/30 fridge freezer
The Bosch Series 2 KGN33NWEBG 70/30 is ideal if you’re moving into your first home or don’t have too much space. It has a 193-litre fridge and an 89-litre freezer. That 70/30 split gives you a useful balance of fresh and frozen storage without taking up the space of an American-style appliance. Frost-free technology saves you the job of manual defrosting, and Fast Freeze helps newly added food freeze quickly.
Which type of fridge freezer should you choose?
Fridge freezers come in several layouts. The split tells you how much room you get for fresh food compared with frozen food.
50/50: Equal space for fridge and freezer. Useful if you keep plenty of frozen food alongside fresh ingredients.
60/40: A little more fridge space, making it a popular everyday layout.
70/30: More room for fresh food, with a smaller freezer compartment.
Freestanding: Can be placed wherever your kitchen layout allows, as long as there's suitable space and ventilation.
Integrated: Fits behind a kitchen cupboard door for a built-in look. Check the appliance dimensions and door fittings before ordering.
American-style: Usually wider, with fridge and freezer compartments side by side. Slimmer versions offer a similar layout for narrower kitchens.
You can browse 50/50 fridge freezers, 70/30 fridge freezers, integrated models and American-style fridge freezers to compare the options.
Fridge freezer features worth looking for
Some features make a real difference to everyday use. Others are nice extras, so think about which you'll actually use:
Frost-free technology. Ice can build up inside a freezer over time, taking up space and making drawers harder to open. Frost-free models circulate air to help prevent this, saving you from having to defrost the appliance manually.
Freshness drawers. Dedicated drawers help store certain foods in suitable conditions. Some models have low-temperature compartments designed for meat and fish, while humidity controls can help keep fruit and vegetables fresh.
Fast Chill and Fast Freeze. These functions quickly cool or freeze newly added food. They're handy after a big shop, when you've loaded the fridge with room-temperature groceries or added fresh items to the freezer.
Even cooling. Features such as Multi Airflow circulate cold air around the appliance to help maintain a more even temperature. That can be useful when you've filled the shelves and drawers after shopping.
Water and ice dispensers. A dispenser gives you chilled water or ice without opening the door. Some models need a mains water connection, while others use a refillable tank.
Smart features and useful alerts. Depending on the model, smart connectivity can let you check settings or monitor energy use from your phone. Holiday mode can reduce energy use while you're away, and a door alarm can alert you if you've left it open.
How much energy does a fridge freezer use?
Your fridge freezer runs around the clock, so its energy consumption is worth checking before you buy.
Energy labels a rated from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). A-rated models are relatively rare, and a lower-rated appliance isn't automatically an expensive one to run. Compare the annual energy consumption in kWh to get a clearer idea of how much electricity each model uses.
Size matters, too. A larger fridge freezer can use more energy, although the exact amount depends on its design and efficiency. Choose a capacity that makes sense for your household rather than paying to cool space you don't need.
Need more help?
Still weighing up your options? Browse our fridge freezer buying guide and explore our full range of fridge freezers. Or pop into your local Currys store and speak to an expert colleague. They can help you compare models and work out which features are worth paying for.
FAQs
Which type of fridge freezer is best?
The best type of fridge freezer depends on your kitchen and how much storage you need. A 60/40 model offers a useful balance for everyday use, while a 70/30 gives you more fridge space. American-style models provide much more capacity, but you'll need enough room for the appliance and its doors.
How do I choose the right fridge freezer?
Compare capacity, fridge-to-freezer split, dimensions, energy use and features. Think about how often you shop and how much fresh or frozen food you store. Then shortlist models that suit your kitchen and check installation requirements - including ventilation and clearance for opening the doors.
What is the most common fridge freezer failure?
One common fridge freezer problem is failing to maintain the correct temperature. Blocked vents, dirty condenser coils, faulty fans or thermostat problems can all contribute. Check the manual before troubleshooting, and contact a qualified repair expert if the appliance remains too warm or makes unusual noises.
