Zanussi Under Counter Side By Side Fridge Freezer Review
When looking for a brand new refrigerator, there are plenty of designs to pick from. Side-by-side refrigerators provide superior comfort and a large storage capacity while being an attractive addition to any kitchen.
With plenty of space in the fridge for your weekly shop including two VitaFresh trays, this refrigerator also has an enormous freezer compartment ideal for storing frozen peas as well as the leftover shepherd's pie!
Features
This Zanussi Fastanstic fridge freezer is equipped with an impressive A+ rating and is an excellent option for those looking to save money on electricity costs. The model's smart AirFlow+ fan can move cool air, ensuring that your food stays colder for a longer time. It also has an a half-width salad drawer which is ideal for veggies such as courgettes and turnips. The freezer in this fridge is 160 litres in total (Net) and comes with three shelves for the fridge, two full height drawers, and bright LED lighting. It also has an electronic control and internal electronic control.
This fridge freezer comes with an alert for door opening to notify you when your fridge door is open. This is particularly useful when there children at home, as it helps to keep food safe and prevent accidents. You can choose a model with a reversible hinge to determine which way your refrigerator opens.
There's also a clever function in this Zanussi fridge freezer that allows you to monitor the temperature of the appliance through your tablet or smartphone and ensure that it's functioning at its highest. This is especially useful in the event that you want to store frozen food items like fish, meat and other vegetables in your freezer.
Energy efficiency
The fridge and freezer are always in operation, and consume a lot of energy. New models consume less energy and you can reduce your consumption of carbon by replacing older models with A-rated models. Energy monitors built into the plug will inform you the amount of energy your fridge or freezer consumes each year.
The Zanussi ZEAN82FR underneath counter fridge boasts a fantastic 95 litre (net) capacity. This means you'll have plenty of space for all the fresh food you want to eat. There's a door to store juice, milk and condiments, plus an area for salads to keep your fruits and vegetables fresh and crunchy.
Three drawers are within the freezer. The middle drawer is more spacious and can be used to store larger items. There are also height-adjustable shelves so you can fit your food items however you want. The shelves made of glass and clear plastic doors allow you to see the contents of the freezer.
Connect this refrigerator under counter to your home Wi Fi for updates as well as other features, including an energy and food journal, monitoring and a personalized welcome and recipes. A timer that can be programmed allows you to set the freezer's defrosting time to times that are convenient to you. There's even a handy door alarm and this model can be recessed into your worktop so it fits seamlessly into your kitchen.
Design
This fridge freezer is stylish and simple. It can be integrated into any kitchen design. The stainless steel finish and anti-fingerprint glass make it easy to clean. There's plenty of storage space, including four shelves in the fridge, as well as a separate salad compartment. It is a little cramped if you wish to store larger items and some of the shelving feels narrow.
The freezer features an Auto Defrost feature that will automatically defrost the fridge at the same time, saving you both time and effort. There are side by side refrigerator with different sizes in the freezer which means there is plenty of room for your weekly grocery shopping. The middle drawer is bigger than the others and is great for storing larger frozen items like joints of meat.
Blast chilling helps preserve the texture, flavor, and nutritional value of your food. The freezer also comes with a Quick Chill function which is perfect for chilling new purchases quickly, without increasing the temperature of food items already in use. With the Beko Connect app you can monitor and control your fridge freezer remotely, so you can keep on the top of your weekly shopping even when you're on the move. This feature is perfect for those with an active lifestyle and frequently shop in shops.
Stores
This frost-free 70/30 fridge freezer has numerous features that keep your food fresher longer. Separate cooling systems for the freezer and refrigerator ensure that your food items are maintained in the best conditions, while preventing bacteria or odours spread to other food items.
Specialized drawers can be used to store various kinds of ingredients, and keep them in the best possible condition for longer. For example, deli-drawers are perfect for storing perishable foods such as cheeses and meats. Crisper drawers permit you to adjust the humidity level to fit thick-skinned fruits and vegetables like peppers and apples. You can enjoy fresh food all week.
You can save money by organising your fridge and freezer that are side-by-side. It can also help you reduce food waste. Start by cleaning out the fridge and dedicating storage areas for specific items. This will aid in finding items in the fridge, and also prevent it from becoming overcrowded.
You can easily monitor your blast chiller freezer in real-time from anywhere with the Zanussi fridge app and get important notifications when it's scheduled for maintenance. The app will also notify you of any issues that could arise with the fridge so that you can deal with them quickly and effectively. The refrigerator will even remind you to replace bags of ice so that they have enough.