As a global leader in home appliances, Siemens know a thing or two about what makes the best fridge freezers worth buying. With so many features, functions, sizes, fit types and styles now available, we thought we'd help by making a little guide to help you in your search for a Siemens refrigerator - specifically, an integrated model. So you can choose the perfect device to keep food fresher for longer and make your life at home a little easier. 

Door Hinge Types

There are two types of door hinge fixings to choose from - fixed hinge or sliding hinge. If you are replacing your appliance, it is advisable to either upgrade from a sliding to a fixed hinge or choose a model which has the same door hinge type so you don't have to change your existing door fittings.

Fixed: The furniture door is fixed to the appliance door.

Sliding: The furniture door is attached to the cabinet and connected to the appliance door via sliding rails.

Fridge Freezer Split Types

The fridge freezer split ratio refers to the capacities of the fridge and freezer sections respectively. When you’re replacing an integrated fridge freezer, make sure you choose the same split type so it matches your existing kitchen cabinets.

A 70/30 split is the best if you need a lot more fridge space. The 60/40 split type has a slightly bigger fridge than it does a freezer. A 50/50 split gives you an equal size fridge and freezer. 

Capacities and Sizes

When choosing a fridge freezer, it’s worth remembering that larger exterior dimensions don’t always mean more internal storage space. Some features and functions, such as Frost Free technology, use up space due to the internal components required. It’s worth checking the internal capacity of the appliance your interested in to see if it meets the needs of your home and family.

Most integrated refrigeration models are designed and made to be installed into standard cavity sizes. For example, most integrated fridge freezers have the dimensions so you have plenty of options when choosing a new one to fit into existing units. There can be exceptions though, especially in older fitted kitchens. It is always important to measure up first - every kitchen is different and existing structures, such as pipes and sockets, need to be taken into account. Measure the height, width and depth of the cavity of your existing appliance in millimetres to get the most accurate results. 

Integrated Fridge Freezers

Siemens built-in fridge freezers are designed to blend seamlessly with your kitchen cabinets, making it easy to access your chilled food and still providing plenty of storage for your frozen goods. Siemens technology is easy to use and reliable, so you can be sure your food is in good hands when stored in a Siemens refrigerator.

Siemens integrated fridge freezers measure 1772mm in height and are available in two width options - 541mm and 558mm. The depth can vary by 1mm or so, but all are designed to fit into a 600mm deep niche. The fridge freezers are available in three split types - 50/50, 60/40 and 70/30. Siemens don't usually label their fridge freezers with a specific split ratio, so it's important to check the measurements in the technical drawings to ensure it will fit any existing units.

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Integrated Fridges

Siemens integrated fridges are available in a range of sizes. The 820mm built under models are designed to be installed underneath a kitchen worktop. The taller fridges are designed to be installed at eye level, and are often referred to as 'In Column' fridges. The 1772mm models often feature 2 or 3 salad drawers and 5 or 6 door balconies.

There are 2 types of fridge styles available - those with a small freezer compartment and those without. Fridges without a freezer box are also referred to as 'Larder Fridges'. If you're looking for a fridge with a small freezer, there's a variety of models available. The capacity for the freezer varies - some are small ice boxes, others are big enough to fit a small food shop inside.

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