ETA ETA275590010E Fridge Freezer 174 L, 150 cm, Stainless Steel

The storage is split sensibly for daily use. The 115-litre fridge compartment holds dairy, fresh produce, drinks and leftovers, while the 59-litre freezer takes frozen vegetables, meat and ready meals. This layout suits a single person or a couple well, and it also works as a second fridge for anyone who wants extra cold storage without losing much floor space.

At 47 cm wide, 51.1 cm deep and 150 cm high, the ETA slots into tight spaces where a standard 60 cm model won't fit. That makes it a good match for studio flats, rental apartments, summer houses and office kitchenettes. As a free-standing appliance it needs no built-in cabinetry, so you can position it wherever it suits your layout and move it later if you need to.

With the freezer at the bottom, the fridge compartment you open most often sits at a more comfortable height, so you bend down less when grabbing everyday items. Two separate doors keep the fridge and freezer independent, which means the cold air in one compartment isn't disturbed every time you open the other.

The manufacturer rates this model at energy efficiency class E, with an annual energy consumption of 195 kWh. Knowing that figure up front makes it easy to estimate running costs and compare it with other models on your shortlist. Mechanical temperature control with an adjustable thermostat lets you set the cooling level that suits what you store, so it doesn't work harder than it needs to.

A maximum noise level of 39 dB, rated as noise emission class C, keeps this fridge freezer unobtrusive in open-plan living areas, studio apartments and spaces next to a bedroom. You get steady background cooling without a loud hum competing with conversation, the TV or a good night's sleep.

LED interior lighting makes it easy to see what's on every shelf. The mechanical temperature control is simple and reliable: no display or menus, just a thermostat you turn to adjust. The door opening can be changed, so you can hinge it on whichever side suits your kitchen, which is handy when the fridge stands next to a wall or worktop. Recessed handles keep the stainless steel front clean and flat.

This fridge freezer is a strong fit for singles, couples, students and anyone furnishing a compact flat, holiday home or office kitchen. It also makes sense as a second appliance for extra drinks or freezer space. If you want straightforward cooling, a narrow 47 cm footprint and a stainless steel finish without paying for features you won't use, it's a sensible buy.