Start by asking a qualified repairer for their advice: a fridge that is not cooling properly or a freezer that is icing up may not be beyond repair. In France, the ministry responsible for ecology states that the Repair Bonus is deducted from the bill by a certified repairer, and QualiRépar includes fridges and freezers among the eligible appliances. If replacement is the best option, compare appliances with similar capacities based on their kWh/year, net capacity, noise level and the arrangements for taking away your old appliance.
You have noticed that your appliance is not cooling as well as it should or is developing unusual frost, and need to decide what to do without interfering with the refrigeration circuit. ADEME recommends considering the identification of common faults, repair or responsible replacement.
You need space for fresh and frozen food in a single appliance, without choosing a capacity or features that do not suit your habits.
You are replacing an older appliance and want to compare annual energy consumption, net capacity and noise levels, while also arranging for your old appliance to be taken away.
First decide whether repair is a realistic option, then compare only appliances suited to the same refrigeration and freezing needs.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Repairability | Ask a QualiRépar repairer for a diagnosis and quote. Check whether the appliance is eligible and review the Repair Bonus conditions that apply on the day of the repair. | I want to make a decision based on a fault assessed by a professional, rather than relying solely on frost or the feeling that the appliance is not cold enough. |
| Capacity and energy consumption | Compare kWh/year between appliances of the same type and with similar capacities. Consider the A to G rating, the fridge's net capacity and the freezer's net capacity together. | My needs for fresh and frozen food are different: I am looking for usable litres without paying to power capacity I do not use. |
| Installation and maintenance | Measure the available space, delivery access and, for a built-in model, the cabinet aperture. Check the noise level in dB(A), the noise class and whether the exact model has a No Frost function. | In an open-plan kitchen or small home, I want an appliance that fits the available space and suits my noise and defrosting requirements. |
| Taking away your old appliance | Confirm the collection service before paying and keep the details in your order summary. Check that the new appliance is equivalent to the one being collected. | I want to avoid having to arrange the removal of a bulky appliance myself after delivery. |
These symptoms alone do not mean that a fault cannot be repaired. Fridges and freezers are among the appliances eligible for support from the Repair Fund under QualiRépar.
Ask a QualiRépar repairer for a diagnosis and quote before comparing new appliances. Do not attempt to work on the refrigeration circuit yourself.
Dimensions and noise levels can vary considerably from one model to another. For a built-in appliance, the cabinet aperture must match the model selected.
Measure the available space, delivery access and required clearances, then check the exact model's noise level before buying.
A compatibility issue could make delivery or installation more difficult, or affect noise comfort in your home.
According to ecosystem, the retailer must offer free like-for-like collection when you buy or replace an equivalent new appliance. The arrangements must be stated for distance sales or delivery.
Select or confirm the collection service before completing your order and keep this information in your order summary.
Without making arrangements in advance, removing a large appliance can become more difficult after delivery.
In France, Bosch offers freestanding and built-in fridge freezers, with buying guides covering factors including capacity, noise and the energy label.
Liebherr operates in the French market with fridges, fridge freezers, freestanding and built-in appliances, some of which feature NoFrost and BioFresh.
In France, Whirlpool offers freestanding and built-in fridges and No Frost fridge freezers in a range of dimensions and capacities.
These Joybuy options are intended for replacing a fridge freezer, for households that need to store fresh and frozen food in the same appliance.
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For a household looking for a fresh and frozen food combination appliance in a compact kitchen.
187 L fridge capacity and 75 L freezer capacity; 215 kWh/year; 39 dB(A); 1760 × 540 × 550 mm; reversible door.
Low Frost reduces frost build-up, but the freezer still requires manual defrosting. Stated ambient temperature range: 16 to 38 °C.
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For storing fresh and frozen food in a fridge freezer with the freezer compartment at the bottom.
193 L fridge capacity and 89 L freezer capacity; 228 kWh/year; NoFrost; 1760 × 600 × 660 mm.
Check the noise level and noise class on the exact model's label, as well as the required ventilation clearances.
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For a household whose actual needs justify a large refrigeration and freezer capacity.
Advertised total capacity of 444 L; 289 kWh/year; Total No Frost; 40 dB; climate class SN-T.
Check the external dimensions and the split between fridge and freezer capacity before buying. This capacity may be excessive for a small household.
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For a small home needing a compact fridge freezer for fresh and frozen food.
153 L fridge capacity and 74 L freezer capacity; 54 cm wide; 39 dB(A); reversible door; class E.
Low Frost limits frost build-up. Check the kWh/year, full dimensions and required clearances.
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For a household looking for an intermediate capacity with a dedicated freezer compartment.
182 L fridge capacity and 71 L freezer capacity; No Frost; 39 dB; LED lighting; reversible hinge.
Check the kWh/year, external dimensions and noise class on the label and technical details for the exact model.
No. ADEME lists these situations among those where repair or responsible replacement should be considered. Ask a qualified professional for a quote before choosing a new appliance, and do not handle refrigerants yourself.
Yes. QualiRépar includes fridges and freezers among the appliances eligible for the Repair Fund. The ministry responsible for ecology states that the Repair Bonus is an immediate discount applied to the bill by a certified repairer; check the rates and criteria that apply on the date of the quote.
When you buy or replace an equivalent new appliance, the retailer must offer a free like-for-like collection service, according to ecosystem. For a distance order or delivery, check the arrangements shown before payment, especially if the old appliance is bulky.
Compare the A to G rating, annual consumption in kWh, net fridge and freezer capacities, as well as the noise level in dB(A) and its noise class. The label allows you to compare models, but kWh/year should be considered alongside the capacity you actually need.
No. ADEME points out that fridges and freezers run continuously, and that both size and excessive features can increase consumption. Work out your fresh and frozen food needs separately, then compare kWh/year between appliances with similar capacities.