Fridge: our selection and buying guide

The single-door fridge, with no freezer compartment or just a small supplementary one: the simplest solution for anyone who already has a separate freezer or only needs fridge space.

A fridge, in its single-door version, means a unit given over almost entirely to cooling, without the large freezer compartment of a combi model. Some models still include a small supplementary 4-star freezer compartment, able to store some frozen food or make ice cubes, while others are limited to pure fridge space. This format particularly suits households that already have a separate freezer, or only have limited need for frozen food.

The first thing to compare is capacity, generally between 200 and 400 litres on this single-door format: 200 to 250 litres for individual or supplementary use, 300 to 400 litres for a full household after a large fridge volume with no bulky freezer compartment. Beyond 350 litres, you find the market's most generous formats, built for large families.

The second point to know is cooling type: the majority of single-door fridges use static cooling, simple and quiet but with more noticeable temperature gaps between the top and bottom of the cabinet. Fan-assisted (ventilated) cooling, rarer on this format but found on some models, evens out temperature better. Rarer still, some premium models offer No Frost technology, usually reserved for combi fridge-freezers, which eliminates frost buildup at the bottom of the unit.

The third criterion concerns interior layout and freshness technologies: number of adjustable shelves, a dedicated crisper drawer, and on the most advanced models, a humidity-controlled drawer to extend how long fresh produce stays good. Energy class and noise level, particularly relevant for an open-plan kitchen, round out the choice criteria.

Our selection below brings together single-door fridges tested against these criteria, from a compact, affordable model to a large family size, including the quietest and most energy-efficient versions on the market.

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PopArt-Bar 136L Klarstein PopArt-Bar 136L
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Klarstein PopArt-Bar 136L

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A single-door fridge with a colourful retro design from Klarstein, bringing a vintage touch to the kitchen without sacrificing functionality.

  • Volume : 136 litres
  • Energy class : A+
  • Type : Single-door fridge, 1950s retro design, 3 levels
  • Colourful retro design with vintage logo and metal accents, reversible door
The Klarstein PopArt-Bar 136L leans into a bold, colourful retro design while still delivering the classic functions of a mid-sized single-door fridge. Its compact format suits a studio or apartment kitchen, with enough capacity for one or two people's weekly shopping.
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SI6 Indesit SI6 Fridge 322L
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Indesit SI6

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A family-sized 322-litre capacity for this Indesit single-door fridge, designed to cover a household's everyday needs.

  • Volume : 323 litres
  • Energy class : F (about 142 kWh/year)
  • Type : Single-door fridge, static cooling
  • Large usable capacity for a single-door model, adjustable glass shelves, dedicated vegetable drawer
The Indesit SI6 fridge offers 322 litres of usable capacity, a classic family size for a main kitchen. Its adjustable shelves and door compartments make it easy to organise a household's weekly shopping, with the simplicity and reliability the Indesit brand is known for.
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133L Fridge VS 2195-1 Bomann Freestanding 133L Fridge VS 2195-1
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Bomann 133L Fridge VS 2195-1

229.00€ (11)

This 133-litre Bomann standard fridge, with no freezer compartment, keeps things simple with LED lighting.

  • Type : Standard fridge, no freezer
  • Volume : 133 litres
  • Energy class : D
  • LED lighting
The Bomann VS 2195-1 is a classic single-door fridge, with no freezer compartment, built for a small household or backup use. Its 133 litres, spread across 3 glass shelves, offer comfortable everyday food storage, with LED interior lighting and continuously adjustable temperature.
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SCOD219S Schneider SCOD219S Single-door fridge 218L
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Schneider SCOD219S

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A compact 218-litre single-door fridge with a small built-in 4-star freezer compartment, for a tight budget.

  • Capacity : 218 litres (204L fridge + 14L freezer)
  • Energy class : F (182 kWh/year)
  • Type : Single-door fridge, static cooling
  • Built-in 4-star freezer compartment, accessible price
The Schneider SCOD219S offers 218 litres split between 204 litres of fridge space and a 14-litre 4-star freezer compartment, capable of keeping frozen food down to -24°C. Its 3 glass shelves and vegetable drawer organise storage, with automatic defrosting on the fridge side that eases day-to-day upkeep.
Installed alongside a combi fridge-freezer in a converted wine cellar turned pantry, this Schneider SCOD219S does its job as an unpretentious secondary fridge. The 4-star freezer compartment, though limited to 14 litres, is handy for a couple of ice trays or a bag of frozen vegetables, a real plus over a single-door fridge with no freezing function at all. Automatic defrosting on the fridge side avoids the recurring chore, but the freezer compartment still needs the occasional manual defrost. Noise at 40 dB is noticeable in a quiet room at night, without being disruptive in a pantry or utility room. The F energy class, higher than newer models, tracks with the entry-level price of this unit. For a tight budget or secondary use, this fridge remains an honest option, without the advanced features of pricier models.
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SW8 AM2Q W 2 Whirlpool SW8AM2QW Single-door fridge 363L
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Whirlpool SW8 AM2Q W 2

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A large 363-litre single-door fridge with Whirlpool's 6th Sense FreshControl technology to regulate temperature and humidity.

  • Capacity : 363 litres
  • Energy class : E (118 kWh/year)
  • Type : Single-door fridge, fan-assisted cooling
  • 6th Sense FreshControl technology, large family capacity
The Whirlpool SW8AM2QW offers a generous 363-litre capacity, a family-sized format for a single-door fridge. Its 6th Sense FreshControl technology automatically regulates temperature and humidity to extend food freshness, with fan-assisted cooling that evens out the temperature throughout the cabinet. The 6 shelves, 4 of them adjustable, and 5 adjustable door bins organise the generous available volume efficiently.
Installed in a family kitchen already fitted with a separate freezer, this Whirlpool quickly showed the value of its generous 363-litre capacity for storing a week's shopping for a household of four without playing Tetris. Fan-assisted cooling genuinely evens out temperature well, with limited gaps between the top and bottom of the unit, unlike classic static cooling. The 6th Sense FreshControl technology lived up to its promise on fresh vegetable storage, which visibly kept longer than with a previous entry-level fridge. The adjustable door bins let you fit bottles and larger containers without wasting space. The 62 kg weight means careful planning for delivery and installation, worth anticipating. For a large family after a reliable, large-capacity single-door fridge, this Whirlpool remains a solid choice, at a price consistent with its features.
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KS36VAIDP Siemens KS36VAIDP Single-door fridge 346L HyperFresh
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Siemens KS36VAIDP

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A premium single-door fridge with a HyperFresh Plus drawer, energy class D and particularly quiet operation at 39 dB.

  • Capacity : 346 litres
  • Energy class : D (93 kWh/year)
  • Type : Freestanding single-door fridge
  • HyperFresh Plus drawer, particularly quiet at 39 dB
The Siemens KS36VAIDP sits at the premium end of single-door fridges with its 346 litres and HyperFresh Plus drawer, designed to extend the freshness of fruit and vegetables by regulating humidity. Its energy class D, better than the market average, brings annual consumption down to 93 kWh, and its 39 dB operation stays particularly quiet for an open-plan kitchen.
Installed in a kitchen open onto the living room, this Siemens immediately stood out for how quiet it runs, the claimed 39 dB holds up in practice, almost imperceptible even at night in relative silence. The HyperFresh Plus drawer lived up to its promise on storing fresh herbs and leafy vegetables, which stayed noticeably edible for longer than with a classic vegetable drawer, a real argument for cutting food waste. The D energy class, better than the average single-door fridge on the market, shows up on the electricity bill over the months. The price sits well above entry-level models, an investment best reserved for anyone prioritising freshness performance and quiet running over the lowest price. The stainless steel finish resists fingerprints reasonably well day to day, a welcome detail in a busy kitchen. An excellent single-door fridge for anyone after the premium end of this format.
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RR39M7130S9 Samsung RR39M7130S9EF Single-door fridge 385L No Frost
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Samsung RR39M7130S9

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A large 385-litre single-door fridge with No Frost technology, eliminating the usual manual defrosting of single-door units.

  • Capacity : 385 litres
  • Energy class : A+ (146 kWh/year)
  • Type : Single-door fridge, No Frost
  • No Frost technology, touch display, large capacity
The Samsung RR39M7130S9EF stands out with its No Frost technology, rare on a single-door fridge, which eliminates frost build-up and the manual defrosting that goes with it. Its 385 litres are spread across 5 adjustable glass shelves, 2 vegetable drawers and 7 door compartments, with a touch display to control temperature easily. A generous format built for large families after a single-door fridge without the usual upkeep hassle.
Replacing a classic single-door fridge over ten years old in a family kitchen, this Samsung changed things immediately on one specific point: no more manual defrosting thanks to No Frost technology, a real rarity on this single-door format. The 385 litres available easily swallow a week's shopping for a household of four, with the 7 door bins particularly handy for storing bottles and jars without cluttering the main shelves. The touch display on the front lets you adjust temperature without opening the door, a detail that limits unnecessary cold loss. Noise at 41 dB is noticeable in a quiet kitchen, a touch more than a premium model, without being disruptive day to day. The 79 kg weight requires a multi-person installation. For anyone tired of regularly defrosting a classic single-door fridge, this Samsung brings real everyday comfort, at a price that stays reasonable given the technology on board.
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CMS518EW Candy CMS518EW Built-in single-door fridge 316L
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Candy CMS518EW

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A 316-litre built-in single-door fridge with a sliding rail system, for an invisible installation behind a made-to-measure kitchen door.

  • 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
The Candy CMS518EW is a 316-litre built-in single-door fridge, designed to slot behind a kitchen door thanks to its sliding rail system. Its 6 glass shelves, 5 of them adjustable, and 5 transparent door bins organise the available volume efficiently, with automatic defrosting on the fridge side and LED lighting that makes finding items easier.
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.
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Related questions

It depends on the model. Some include a small supplementary 4-star freezer compartment, able to store some frozen food, while others are limited to pure fridge space with no freezing function at all.

Allow 200 to 250 litres for individual or supplementary use, and 300 to 400 litres for a full household after a large fridge volume with no bulky freezer compartment.

This format particularly suits households that already have a separate freezer, or only have limited need for frozen food, and want to maximise available fridge volume without a freezer compartment taking up part of the total space.

No, it's the most common setup on this format, simple and quiet. It simply shows more noticeable temperature gaps between the top and bottom of the cabinet than fan-assisted or No Frost cooling, worth knowing to organise storage of the most sensitive food well.

Yes, though rarer on this format generally reserved for combi fridge-freezers, some premium models offer No Frost technology that eliminates frost buildup at the bottom of the unit, removing the need for manual defrosting.

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