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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.
51 listings
- Award Winner 2018
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung SRF719DLS
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.6 (18)
- Value for Money2.4 (16)
- Ease of Use3.5 (17)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.6 (17)
- Noise Level3.3 (16)
- Internal Layout3.5 (13)
- Dimensions 1825 x 908 x 733 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesConvertible Fridge/Freezer, Door Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight153 kg
- Total Capacity 719 L
- Award Winner 2018
Side by Side Fridges / RefrigeratorsLG GS-L668PNL (668L, Non Plumbed Ice & Water, Stainless)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.0 (12)
- Value for Money4.0 (12)
- Ease of Use4.6 (12)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.3 (12)
- Noise Level3.9 (12)
- Internal Layout4.7 (10)
- Dimensions 1790 x 912 x 733 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Finish
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight124 kg
- Total Capacity 668 L
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LG 668L Side by Side · includes 3 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsHisense HR6FDFF630S (630L, Stainless Steel)
Price (RRP) $1,999.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.0 (17)
- Value for Money3.2 (17)
- Ease of Use3.6 (16)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.1 (15)
- Noise Level4.6 (14)
- Internal Layout4.0 (11)
- Dimensions 1776 x 912 x 765 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves2
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight120 kg
- Total Capacity 630 L
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Hisense 630L French Door · includes 2 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung SRF583DLS
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.1 (15)
- Value for Money1.9 (15)
- Ease of Use2.5 (15)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.0 (15)
- Noise Level3.0 (14)
- Internal Layout3.3 (9)
- Dimensions 1798 x 817 x 825 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight106 kg
- Total Capacity 583 L
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsHisense HR6FDFF701SW
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.6 (8)
- Value for Money4.1 (8)
- Ease of Use4.5 (8)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.6 (8)
- Noise Level4.1 (7)
- Internal Layout4.8 (4)
- Dimensions 1776 x 914 x 845 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesConvertible Fridge/Freezer, Display Panel, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight137 kg
- Total Capacity 701 L
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung SRF717CDBLS
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.7 (11)
- Value for Money2.3 (10)
- Ease of Use2.9 (9)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.6 (10)
- Noise Level3.1 (10)
- Internal Layout3.4 (7)
- Dimensions 1825 x 908 x 733 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Black layered steel
- Handle Type Recessed
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 719 L
Side by Side Fridges / RefrigeratorsWestinghouse WSE6870SA (680L, Stainless Steel)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.0 (1)
- Value for Money2.5 (2)
- Ease of Use4.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (1)
- Noise Level5.0 (1)
- Internal Layout4.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1787 x 1000 x 784 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 677 L
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsLG GF-L613PL
Price (RRP) $2,699.00
- 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 1780 x 745 x 915 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight142 kg
- Total Capacity 613 L
Side by Side Fridges / RefrigeratorsLG GS-D665PL (665L, Stainless)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.7 (3)
- Value for Money4.7 (3)
- Ease of Use5.0 (3)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.7 (3)
- Noise Level5.0 (3)
- Internal Layout5.0 (3)
- Dimensions 1790 x 912 x 610 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish Stainless Finish
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves8
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 665 L
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LG 665L Side by Side · includes 2 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel ActiveSmart E522BRXFDU (Stainless Steel, Right Door)
Price (RRP) $2,299.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.0 (1)
- Value for Money3.0 (1)
- Ease of Use5.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (1)
- Noise Level5.0 (1)
- Internal Layout5.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1715 x 790 x 695 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish EZKleen Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 519 L
Is part of...
Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart 519L Bottom Freezer (E522 FD Series) · includes 16 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel ActiveSmart RF522ADUX5 (Stainless Steel with Ice & Water)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.5 (8)
- Value for Money3.8 (8)
- Ease of Use3.6 (8)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.1 (7)
- Noise Level4.1 (7)
- Internal Layout4.0 (5)
- Dimensions 1715 x 790 x 695 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish EZKleen Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 519 L
Is part of...
Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart 519L French Door (RF522 Series) · includes 11 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung Family Hub SRF671BFH2 (671L)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality4.5 (2)
- Value for Money3.5 (2)
- Ease of Use4.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (2)
- Noise Level4.5 (2)
- Internal Layout5.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1825 x 908 x 733 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Black Caviar
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight159 kg
- Total Capacity 671 L
Is part of...
Samsung Family Hub · includes 5 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung SRL455DLS
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.3 (3)
- Value for Money2.7 (3)
- Ease of Use3.3 (3)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.3 (3)
- Noise Level2.7 (3)
- Internal Layout3.0 (3)
- Dimensions 1700 x 700 x 747 mm
- Energy Rating4 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Layered Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight91 kg
- Total Capacity 455 L
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsLG GF-L708PL (708L, Brushed Steel)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.5 (10)
- Value for Money2.8 (10)
- Ease of Use3.3 (10)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.4 (10)
- Noise Level3.6 (10)
- Internal Layout3.3 (7)
- Dimensions 1802 x 912 x 759 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Brushed Steel
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight142 kg
- Total Capacity 708 L
Is part of...
LG 708L French Door · includes 5 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSmeg SF640S
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.5 (2)
- Value for Money3.5 (2)
- Ease of Use4.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.5 (2)
- Noise Level3.5 (2)
- Internal Layout4.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1773 x 914 x 858 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight159 kg
- Total Capacity 762 L
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsElectrolux EHE6899BA (681L, Dark Stainless Steel)
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality3.4 (7)
- Value for Money2.9 (7)
- Ease of Use3.9 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.7 (6)
- Noise Level3.6 (7)
- Internal Layout3.8 (6)
- Dimensions 1782 x 913 x 146 mm
- Energy Rating3 star(s)
- FeaturesDisplay Panel, Door Alarm, Foldable/Retractable Shelf, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser, Water Dispenser and Wine Rack
- Colour / Finish Dark Stainless Steel
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves3
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 681 L
Is part of...
Electrolux 681L French Door · includes 2 listings
French Door Fridges / RefrigeratorsSamsung Chef Collection SRF751CCSS
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality2.5 (2)
- Value for Money2.0 (2)
- Ease of Use3.5 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (1)
- Noise Level5.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1777 x 908 x 733 mm
- Energy Rating2.5 star(s)
- FeaturesFrost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Metal Grain Silver
- Handle Type Recessed
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves5
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Weight199 kg
- Total Capacity 751 L
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsLiebherr ECBN 6156
- Specifications
- Dimensions 2032 x 915 x 625 mm
- FeaturesDoor Alarm, Frost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish White
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves2
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Weight164 kg
- Total Capacity 585 L
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsFisher & Paykel 519L Bottom Mount E522BRXFDU5 (Stainless Steel, Right Door, Water & Ice)
Price (RRP) $2,299.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Build Quality5.0 (1)
- Value for Money4.0 (1)
- Ease of Use5.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (1)
- Noise Level5.0 (1)
- Internal Layout5.0 (1)
- Dimensions 1715 x 790 x 695 mm
- Energy Rating3.5 star(s)
- FeaturesFrost Free, Hatch Door, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish EZKleen Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge No
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 2
- Total Capacity 519 L
Is part of...
Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart 519L Bottom Freezer (E522 FD Series) · includes 16 listings
Bottom Mount Fridges / RefrigeratorsElectrolux EBE5367SB (529L, Stainless Steel, Water Dispenser)
- Specifications
- Dimensions 1725 x 796 x 773 mm
- Energy Rating4.5 star(s)
- FeaturesFrost Free, Ice Dispenser and Water Dispenser
- Colour / Finish Stainless Steel
- Handle Type External
- Smart Fridge Yes
- Shelf MaterialGlass
- Number of Shelves4
- Number of Fruit & Vegetable Bins 1
- Total Capacity 529 L