Liebherr Freestanding Fridge Freezers

Liebherr freestanding fridge freezers come in compact 55 cm models, 60 cm and 75 cm wide models, and large side-by-side combinations. The range covers several Liebherr series, from the simple Comfort models through Pure and Plus to Prime and Peak. It suits a narrow alcove in a small kitchen as well as a family that needs plenty of chilled and frozen space. Finishes include white, silver, dark grey, stainless steel, black steel and SmartSteel.

Start by deciding how much defrosting you are happy to do. The 55 cm Comfort models use SmartFrost: the fridge defrosts itself, but the freezer still needs defrosting by hand, just less often than a conventional freezer. You'll find these with the Liebherr non frost free fridge freezers, with the freezer either above or below the fridge. The 60 cm and wider models use NoFrost, so neither compartment needs defrosting. Browse them with the Liebherr frost free fridge freezers.

Among the frost free models, look at how the fridge looks after fresh food. Many Plus models include BioFresh, a dedicated compartment that Liebherr says keeps fresh produce in good condition for longer. Peak models move up to BioFresh Professional and have a colour touch and swipe display. Other models use EasyFresh instead. Some Plus and Prime models can connect to an app if you add a SmartDeviceBox, which is bought separately. Energy ratings run from A to E. The A-rated Plus models are the cheapest to run, while the Comfort models are E rated.

Storage splits vary from 80/20 to 60/40, and the Liebherr 50/50 fridge freezers give equal space to each side. If you need a lot of capacity, look at the Plus and Peak side-by-side pairs, where a separate fridge and freezer stand together. Some Peak pairs swap the freezer for a combined freezer and wine cooler. To narrow the choice, measure your space first: 55 cm for a tight gap, 60 cm for most kitchens, or 75 cm and side-by-side if you have room. Then weigh up whether you're happy to defrost the freezer now and then, and whether a BioFresh compartment is worth having for the way you shop.