Side by Side Fridge Freezer

With a side by side fridge, your fresh and frozen food is organised vertically on shelves, making everything easy to see at a glance. You won't have to dig through a deep freezer drawer to find what you're looking for, which means less food gets forgotten at the bottom. Models with features like Westinghouse’s dual FreshCrispers or Hisense’s extra-large door balconies give you dedicated spots to keep fruit, veggies, and tall bottles perfectly organised and within easy reach.

The layout is also fantastic for anyone who uses their freezer a lot. Because the freezer section is at eye level, you can quickly find and grab frozen meals, ice cream, or bulk-buy meats without having to bend down. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference to your daily routine, especially in a busy kitchen.

Modern side by side fridges are packed with smart cooling technology to keep your food fresher for longer. You'll see terms like 'All-Around Cooling' from Samsung or 'Multi Air Flow' from LG and Hisense. This simply means that cool air is circulated through multiple vents to every shelf, keeping the temperature stable from top to bottom. This stops warm spots from forming and ensures your groceries are always stored at the right temperature.

There are also plenty of features designed for pure convenience. The LG InstaView door lets you see what's inside with just two knocks, so you don't let cold air out. For entertaining, look for Westinghouse models with two twist-and-serve ice makers so you're never caught short. And if you’re after something really special, some high-end LG fridges can even make slow-melting craft ice spheres for your drinks.

Worried about the hassle of getting a big new fridge into your kitchen? At Appliances Online, we make it easy. We offer free next-day delivery to most metro areas, so you won't be waiting around for weeks.

Our friendly delivery team will not only bring your new side by side fridge inside, but they’ll also connect it for you, free of charge. If you have an old fridge you need to get rid of, we'll take that away for free, too. It’s all part of our service to make upgrading your kitchen as simple as possible. No stress, no heavy lifting, just a new fridge ready to go.

Making sure your new fridge will fit is the most important step. Side by side fridges are typically around 910mm wide and 1780mm tall, but you'll need to check the exact dimensions on the product page before you buy.

First, measure the height, width, and depth of your fridge cavity. Next-and this is the part people often forget-you need to allow for 'breathing room' so the fridge can run efficiently. As a rule of thumb, leave at least 20mm (0.8 inches) of space above the fridge and 50mm (2 inches) at the back and on both sides for air to circulate. Finally, check the path from your front door to the kitchen to make sure the fridge can get through!

Both are great choices for families, but they suit different needs. A side by side fridge is perfect if you want excellent freezer organisation, with lots of shelves making it easy to see everything. The narrower doors can also be a better fit for kitchens with a walkway or island bench in front of the fridge.

A French door fridge gives you wide, uninterrupted fridge shelves, which are ideal for storing large platters, pizzas, or cakes. The freezer is a large pull-out drawer at the bottom. Think about which you use more and how you like to organise your food to decide which layout works best for your home.