Candy CMS518EW
(6 reviews)
A 316-litre built-in single-door fridge with a sliding rail system, for an invisible installation behind a made-to-measure kitchen door.
Key features
- Capacity: 316 litres
- Energy class: E (114 kWh/year)
- Type: Built-in single-door fridge, static cooling
- Built-in sliding rail installation, very quiet at 39 dB
In detail: Candy CMS518EW Built-in single-door fridge 316L
Candy, an Italian brand well established on the European appliance market, offers with the CMS518EW a 316-litre built-in single-door fridge, designed for an invisible installation behind a made-to-measure kitchen door thanks to its sliding rail system.
Unlike a classic freestanding fridge, this built-in model fits into a dedicated kitchen cabinet, with a cabinet door that fully hides the appliance for visual continuity with the rest of the kitchen. Automatic defrosting on the fridge side eases routine upkeep, while the small storage zone needs occasional checking.
The interior is organised around 6 glass shelves, 5 of them height-adjustable, complemented by 5 transparent door bins and 2 vegetable drawers. LED lighting makes finding items easier, while the 39 dB noise level stays particularly quiet for a built-in model, a category where the kitchen cabinet's insulation can sometimes amplify noise.
The Candy CMS518EW suits anyone planning a fitted kitchen installation on a controlled budget, with the assurance of quiet running despite being built in behind a made-to-measure door.
Technical data
Detailed characteristics (EAN: 8059019079110)
Performance
| Energy class?European energy efficiency class, from A (most efficient) to G. | E (114 kWh/year) |
|---|---|
| Type?General technical category the unit belongs to (refrigerator, freezer, mini fridge, combo...). | Built-in single-door fridge, static cooling |
| Noise level?Noise emitted by the unit, in decibels (dB(A)). | 39 dB (class C) |
Dimensions and power supply
| Net dimensions?Width, depth and height of the unit (W x D x H). | 176.9 x 54 x 54.5 cm (H x W x D) |
|---|---|
| Weight?The unit's empty weight. | 58 kg |
Additional information
| Capacity | 316 litres |
|---|---|
| Storage | 6 glass shelves, 5 adjustable, 5 door bins, 2 vegetable drawers |
Our tester's verdict: Pierre Freysinger
Installed during a kitchen renovation to replace a failing old built-in unit, this Candy slotted in without trouble thanks to its sliding rail system, with a cabinet door fully hiding the appliance. Noise at 39 dB holds up in practice, particularly quiet for a built-in fridge, a category where noise can sometimes get amplified inside the kitchen cabinet. The 6 glass shelves, 5 of them adjustable, let you organise the volume as needed, though automatic defrosting on the fridge side doesn't extend to the small storage compartment, worth checking occasionally. Installation required following the manufacturer's dimensions precisely for the rail to work correctly with the made-to-measure door, a point not to overlook during fitting. For a fitted kitchen project on a controlled budget, this Candy remains an honest option, without the advanced features of premium models.
Frequently asked questions: Candy CMS518EW Built-in single-door fridge 316L
It requires a kitchen cabinet with dimensions matching the manufacturer's sliding rail system, worth checking precisely before buying to ensure it works correctly with the made-to-measure door.
No, at a claimed 39 dB it stays particularly quiet, despite the fact that installation inside a kitchen cabinet can sometimes amplify noise on other built-in models.
The main compartment defrosts automatically, but the small storage zone needs occasional checking and manual defrosting.
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