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How to Choose the Smallest American Fridge Freezer American fridge freezers can take up an enormous amount of space, so it is important to measure your kitchen meticulously to ensure that one can fit. It's not necessary to leave a space or risk damaging other white appliances by crashing into it. Certain manufacturers offer slim American refrigerator freezers designed specifically for the UK market. They measure 70cm in width and have all the style, design, and storage capacity you would like to. Size If you're looking for a small space in your kitchen and would like to upgrade your kitchen with a bold American fridge freezer, go for one of our slim models. They measure less than 70cm wide and are shorter than the standard freestanding appliance and provide more usable storage capacity too. They also look fantastic pushed back into a set of kitchen cabinets for a minimalist appearance. American fridge freezers are bigger than their UK counterparts, so verify measurements carefully to ensure that they fit. Take note of the height too – many models reach more than 180cm. This could be too tall for certain homes. Use our refrigerator sizes guide to help you compare the different models against one another – or ask a sales associate in the store for assistance. You should also take into consideration the energy rating for any American fridge-freezer that you're considering purchasing. Frydge are denoted by an initial letter and range from A-F. A is the most efficient. Select a model with an energy rating 'E or above to reduce your energy bills. You may also want to examine the annual running costs per kWh in the product details, as it will give you the most accurate estimation of how much it will cost to operate your new appliance. Capacity American fridge freezers are cavernous inside, giving you plenty of room to stash your shopping list. It is recommended to choose models that have up to 700 litres of space – that's enough space for most families. There's typically a separate freezer as well as an automatic dispenser. Digital displays let you monitor your energy consumption and ensure that the door is shut correctly. If you're looking to cut down on your operating expenses, go for a model with dual cooling systems that keep the freezer and fridge at separate temperatures. This prevents the cold, dry air from the freezer from drying the food items in the refrigerator and can help stop the transfer of smells. It can be as much as 10 percent more efficient than single-zone appliances, and can reduce your annual electric bill. Slimline American fridge freezers that are suited to smaller spaces are available if you are working with a small kitchen space. The Hisense RQ560N4WCF is a good choice, sporting a low energy rating of 'E' and a holiday mode that can help to conserve energy when the fridge isn't filled. It's also among the quietest American refrigerator freezers we've ever tested. It can be fitted into a cabinet, making it perfect for kitchens that are small or have odd shapes. Be sure to measure your cabinets prior to purchasing any white goods to ensure that the new fridge freezer will fit. Also, allow room for ventilation at the sides, back and top of the appliance too. Design The great thing about a fridge freezer in the American style is that it can be pushed back to fit into the kitchen to give it a more modern look or left as a freestanding piece to create an eye-catching piece. If you opt for a distinct design or one that's tucked in a cabinet, it's important to determine the dimensions of the room carefully to ensure your new appliance will fit. Note the distance it is from the cooker in order to provide the space for opening and closing the doors. This slimmer version of full-size models, combines a fridge drawer and an upright model. This lets you easily access your food items and reduces the energy usage since you only open the door one at each time. It's a great choice for smaller homes and comes with a non-plumbed drinking water dispenser for instant refreshment. This American-style Beko freezer could be the thing for you if you're looking to enjoy freshly brewed coffee and refreshing sodas without having to leave your home. It's a smart-looking model with ample storage capacity and can store 33 bags of food items. It also has an ice maker with no plumbing for instant drinks and a no-frost system to ensure that your food stays frost-free and crisp. Features American fridge freezers provide a lot more than just storage for drinks and food – they also have smart screens to help you plan shopping lists or recipes, and can dispense chilled water and ice cubes, too. There are models with automatic ice makers that can fill an ice tray with crushed ice or manual ones in the freezer compartment where you simply add water and turn the dial to release a cube. You can pick from slim models that are approximately 70cm wide or larger ones that are as wide as 90cm wide. Some models are also taller – up 175cm or even 180cm, including the feet. This is essential for kitchens with low ceilings or if space for fridge freezer is limited to a closed area. Many of the models featured in our top 10 small American refrigerator freezers are frost-free or no frost, which makes them much easier to clean and maintain. This can save you time and money defrosting, and will help in reducing your energy bills too. You can find a range of fridge freezers with different features on our top American fridge freezer page. You can also filter our filters to limit the choices to your preferred size, price or retailer. You can also narrow your search by colour, so you can get the most of the design scheme in your kitchen.