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The fridge is the most important appliance in the kitchen, but people don't always put too much thought into choosing one. Given their long lifespans, it makes sense to assess the type, functionality and size of fridge that would be best for you, so we've got some helpful information to help make your decision.
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The first consideration is size. Most kitchens have designated fridge cavities so you should measure this space since it can be the main limiting factor when purchasing. Don't buy a fridge that won't fit in your kitchen or through doorways when being installed. You will need 25mm of additional free space around the top, back and sides of the fridge to allow for excess heat to escape.
Finding the right fridge capacity for your household size or refrigerating needs is also crucial. Its harder to cool air than liquids/solids, and so it will be more energy efficient (and typically cheaper) to have a small fridge thats full, instead of a big fridge that you're only using half the space of. You're able to filter for household size, capacity and dimensions on the left of your screen. As a general guide: 1-2 people will use 200-400L, 3-4 will use 520-600L, and 5 or more people will use 700L.
Also consider the type of fridge that's best for you.
Top Mount Fridges are a popular and affordable type of fridge. Its freezer compartment sits above the fridge cavity, which increases the accessibility of frozen food while limiting the amount of freezer space available.
Bottom Mount Fridges have their freezer section at the base of the unit, and tend to be more expensive than Top Mount designs. It has less freezer space than other types of fridges, and will require some bending and crouching to access the slide-out freezer drawers. Everyday fridge items are very accessible.
French Door Fridges are wide, spacious and typically expensive types of fridge. The two fridge doors and large bottom mounted freezer drawer allow for huge storage space, and they often come with a range of modern design features and built-in water and ice dispensing.
An Upright or Fridge Only fridge has only one compartment. Its lack of freezer makes it cheaper than other models, and would be best used as a second unit or to fit a specific refrigeration-only need.
Side-by-Side Fridges have a dedicated fridge and dedicated freezer section that stand beside each other. They are a big, wide and expensive model of fridge, often fitted with modern design features and built-in water and ice dispensing. Though they have ample and accessible storage space, they may use more energy and make more noise than other fridges.
Think about what space you have to open the door, as cabinetry and walls can often get in the way. Some doors only open to the right or left, while others come with reversible fittings - and all of this information should be available when looking at a specific model.
The energy efficiency of your fridge will be clearly marked in the product's information. Typically, Top and Bottom Mount fridges are more efficient than French Door or Side-By-Side models.
Modern fridges come in a range of styles and finishes. Traditionally, the exterior material of your fridge get trendier and more expensive as they get darker - with white being the cheapest. You should be able to find a finish that fits your kitchen's aesthetic.
Finally, these are some popular and functional features to consider. Some fridges have adjustable shelving that can make a huge difference in your use of storage. Child proof features allow you to keep kids away from temperature controls and certain compartments. Many modern fridges come with an antibacterial wall and door coating to stop bacteria forming in your fridge. Water and ice dispensers are a common additional feature, and are able to be plumbed in or not depending on your preference. A good internal LED light can make all the difference, as can the right crisper. Some temperature controls are very advanced, and allow for quick cooling and automatic adjustments to save power. A few very expensive Smart fridges are also Wi-Fi connected, can play music, show what's inside the fridge when you're away, and show online recipes.
The above could be considered nice to have, and you should choose only the additions that make sense for your type of fridge and budget.
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Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel ActiveSmart E442BLXFD5 (442L, Stainless Steel, Left Door)
Price (RRP) $2,049.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1715 x 680 x 695 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Frost Free and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish EZKleen Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 442 L
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Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart 442L Bottom Freezer (E442 Series) · includes 7 listings
Upright Fridges / RefrigeratorsMiele K 14820 SD ed/cs
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.0 (2)
- Value for Money2.0 (2)
- Ease of Use4.0 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (2)
- Noise Level4.0 (2)
- Internal Layout4.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1850 x 600 x 630 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesWine Rack
- Colour / Finish CleanSteel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight76.3 kg
- Total Capacity 405 L
Upright Fridges / RefrigeratorsMiele K 14827 SD ed/cs
Price (RRP) $4,199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.0 (1)
- Value for Money3.0 (1)
- Ease of Use4.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (1)
- Noise Level4.0 (1)
- Internal Layout4.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1850 x 600 x 630 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesWine Rack
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight80.6 kg
- Total Capacity 403 L
Upright Fridges / RefrigeratorsBeko BAF369W (369L, White)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1714 x 595 x 720 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight72 kg
- Total Capacity 369 L
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsBeko BBM407PX (407L, Platinum)
Price (RRP) $999.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 700 x 660 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesFrost Free
- Colour / Finish Platinum
- Handle Type Recessed
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight75 kg
- Total Capacity 407 L
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsLG GT-427HPLE (427L, Dark Graphite)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1680 x 700 x 700 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Dark Graphite
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight70 kg
- Total Capacity 427 L
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-BF390EK-ST-A (390L, Stainless Steel)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 600 x 696 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight69 kg
- Total Capacity 390 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 390L Bottom Mount (MR-BF390EK Series) · includes 3 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-FX389EP-SB (Shiny Black)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1620 x 699 x 720 mm
- Energy Rating4 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Shiny Black
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight76 kg
- Total Capacity 389 L
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Mitsubishi Electric MR-FX389EP 389L Top Mount · includes 3 listings
Upright Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel RF373SLDW1 (White, Left Door)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1425 x 635 x 715 mm
- Energy Rating2 star(s)
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 373 L
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Fisher & Paykel 373L Vertical · includes 7 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-FX389EP-W (White)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1620 x 699 x 720 mm
- Energy Rating4 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight76 kg
- Total Capacity 389 L
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Mitsubishi Electric MR-FX389EP 389L Top Mount · includes 3 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-CX370EJ-BST (370L, Black Stainless)
Price (RRP) $1,499.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1698 x 600 x 660 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Black Stainless Steel
- Handle Type Recessed
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight72 kg
- Total Capacity 370 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 370L Bottom Mount Inverter (MR-CX370 Series) · includes 4 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsPanasonic NR-BX41BVWAU (White)
Price (RRP) $1,399.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1642 x 685 x 698 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight64 kg
- Total Capacity 407 L
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Panasonic 407L Bottom Mount · includes 2 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-BF390EK-W-A (390L, White)
Price (RRP) $1,299.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 600 x 696 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight69 kg
- Total Capacity 390 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 390L Bottom Mount (MR-BF390EK Series) · includes 3 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-FX420EP-W-A (White)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 699 x 720 mm
- Energy Rating4 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight79 kg
- Total Capacity 420 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 420L Top Mount · includes 8 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-BF390EK-OB-A (390L, Onyx Black)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 600 x 696 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Onyx Black
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight69 kg
- Total Capacity 390 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 390L Bottom Mount (MR-BF390EK Series) · includes 3 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsMitsubishi Electric MR-CGX370EP-GWH (370L, Glacier White)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1698 x 600 x 600 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- Colour / Finish Glacier White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight70 kg
- Total Capacity 370 L
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Mitsubishi Electric 370L Bottom Mount (MR-CGX370EP Series) · includes 3 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsHaier HRF360TS (365L, Stainess Steel)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1700 x 600 x 665 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- Colour / Finish Satina
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 365 L
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Haier 365L Top Mount · includes 2 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsBeko BTM425W (424L, White)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 700 x 660 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesFrost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 424 L
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Beko 424L Top Mount · includes 2 listings
Upright Fridges / RefrigeratorsWestinghouse WRB3504SA (Stainless Steel)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1746 x 595 x 700 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves2
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 355 L
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Westinghouse WRB3504 (355L, Upright) · includes 2 listings
Top Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel ActiveSmart RF411TRPW6 (White, Right Door)
Price (RRP) $1,249.00
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1720 x 635 x 695 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm and Frost Free
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 411 L