Best Upright Freezer And Fridge Reviews 2023

As mentioned earlier, buying a fridge is an important investment, one that you need to be happy with for years. Pricewise, you should expect to pay something between $400 and up to around $1,500 for a high-quality upright fridge with a built-in freezer mounted either at the top or at the bottom. The cost of such an appliance is usually influenced by the physical size and interior space of the device, its features, energy-saving options, whether or not it has an incorporated ice maker and water dispenser, etc.

There are also many cheap upright freezer and fridges out there, but we strongly advise against such products because they are usually badly made and unreliable. Instead of spending a lot of money on fridge repairs in the future, go for a high-end model made by a serious manufacturer and you'll have more peace of mind.

We've just outlined a couple of important features that influence the price of a freezer-fridge combo, but let's expand on that a little bit and find out more details.

• Size - The size of a fridge is usually congruent with its interior space, so if you want to store more foods, buy a larger fridge. Pay attention to the size of the freezer too, as this can vary from model to model. The actual interior size is usually measured in cubic feet or liters.
• Shelves - High-end fridges come with spill proof glass shelves and might have multiple crispers inside, which is a great feature to have.
• Accessories - Some fridges even include an ice maker and a water dispenser mounted on the door, so you always have access to fresh, cold water when necessary. Here we can also include the interior light, which can come in various colors.
• Design and Color - Not particularly important, but nevertheless an aspect which shouldn’t be overlooked. Some fridges are white, others are black, while most of them have a stainless steel nuance that looks great in any kitchen.

These are just a few interesting aspects to keep in mind, but there are many others. For example, try to get a fridge-freezer combo which is ENERGY STAR qualified, meaning that it will consume less energy in the long run and actually save you money. Most modern fridges also come with automatic defrosting systems and mechanical thermostats, so keep an eye on those features too.

The market offers you fridge and freezer combos in almost any size possible, so whether you live alone in a one-bedroom apartment or in a huge mansion, you'll definitely find a suitable appliance for your available interior space. When you open the door of the fridge or freezer, you want to find many customizable shelving options which can accommodate vegetables and legumes, large milk jugs as well as pizzas and large food containers. Today's fridges usually provide you with tons of space in the door shelves, allowing you to store multiple bottles of juice, alcoholic beverages and fresh water. There are even special small shelves for your eggs too!

When it comes to design, some fridges have a recessed handle while others have a regular, outward handle. The differences between those two are slim, but to make sure you don’t accidentally hit the handle with your shoulder, you might want to go for a recessed handle. Freezers also have several shelving units, depending on their sizes, and these too can be customized according to your needs. They are usually made of metal and specially treated to prevent rust and deterioration.

We like the fact that manufacturers have thought about small details such as equipping their units with door alarms. If you accidentally leave the door open (maybe you were too hungry and forgot to close the door), an alarm will sound after a couple of seconds, reminding you to take care of your fridge and close the door.

Thanks to the fact that modern fridge-freezer combos have automatic temperature control and automatic defrosting systems, you don’t have to do much to maintain them. Once ice accumulates at the back of the fridge, the internal sensors will detect that and the fridge will defrost on its own. From time to time, though, make sure that you give a thorough cleaning to your fridge (maybe once a month) to eliminate small food particles, crumbs, leaves from veggies and so on. This should be done using basic cleaning products and only after you've unplugged the fridge from the power outlet.

Remember that your precious unit is also covered by a warranty period, especially if you buy from a reputable manufacturer. For example, big names such as Frigidaire or Samsung will offer warranties with periods of at least two years, which is very nice to have. Again, take into account your food storage needs based on the size of your family and your personal appetite (professional athletes definitely eat more than regular people) and you cannot go wrong when buying an upright fridge with freezer, as long as you purchase from a reputable brand!