Start by checking which appliances are already there and what you still need, then choose cooking and food-storage options to suit the space available. Add a washing machine if you want to do your laundry at home and the space, access and connections are suitable for the model. A compact or freestanding model could make a future move easier, but may not suit everyone’s needs.
First, check which appliances are already provided, then choose what’s missing for storing food and preparing meals, based on the space available. In France, the Moselle ADIL and ANIL point out that an unfurnished rental does not necessarily come with a fitted kitchen.
Compare the washing capacity with your usual loads, then check the noise level, energy and water consumption, location and available connections before choosing a washing machine.
You could prioritise an appliance whose size and installation type suit your current home and make it practical to transport. Also compare new, second-hand and refurbished options, checking the stated condition and the seller’s status.
Start with the appliances that meet your outstanding needs, then check each choice against the available space, access and how long you expect to live there.
| Priority | What to check before buying | Who is this most important to ? |
|---|---|---|
| Storing food | Check whether an appliance is already there, then measure the space and the route into the room. Also check the clearances and installation requirements in the manual. | I want to store fresh and frozen food without cluttering the kitchen; around 26 % of consumers put food storage first. |
| Preparing meals | Check what equipment is already there and how much space is available. Compare the appliance type and its installation requirements with your cooking habits. | If I cook regularly, I need a solution that suits the meals I make and the layout of my home; around 21 % of consumers prioritise meal preparation. |
| Doing laundry at home | Compare the capacity with your usual loads, then check the dimensions, access to water and drainage, and the energy, spin and noise information on the label. | I’d rather do my laundry at home, as long as the model suits my space and washing routine; around 21 % of consumers prioritise this. |
| Getting appliances in and moving them | Measure the delivery route and the space, then check the installation type and required clearances. Confirm exactly what’s included in the delivery or installation service. | If access is narrow or I’m planning to move, I want an appliance that I can install and move without too much difficulty; around 16 % of consumers prioritise space and mobility. |
| Managing running costs and lifespan | Compare energy and water consumption information for appliances in the same category. Check the rating applicable to that category, the condition of the appliance and the seller’s status. | I want to keep costs down over time and understand my options for repairs or making a claim; around 16 % of consumers prioritise cost and lifespan. |
An unfurnished rental may already include some appliances. Buying without checking could leave you with a duplicate appliance or one that has nowhere suitable to go.
Check your tenancy agreement and take a look around the property, then make a list of the needs you still have to cover.
The appliance must also fit through the access route and meet the model’s installation requirements. Electrolux France recommends checking its dimensions before delivery; the fridge manual also sets out positioning and ventilation instructions.
Measure the route and the space, then check the manual and the written details of what’s included in the delivery and installation services.
If the capacity is too high for your usual loads, the drum may often be only partly filled. ADEME says a 7 kg washing machine is enough most of the time, helping you avoid running cycles with underfilled drums.
Compare your usual loads with the capacity, then check the water, energy, spin and noise information on the label.
The French Ministry of the Economy describes refurbished goods as second-hand items that have been tested and, where necessary, repaired. The term alone doesn’t tell you the condition of an appliance or whether it’s suitable for your home.
Read the details of the tests carried out and the item’s condition, identify the seller and check the warranty terms before buying.
Freestanding and integrated washing machines, with manuals available to check for each model.
Freestanding fridges to consider if you’re looking for an appliance that doesn’t need to be built into a cabinet.
A range that includes refrigeration and laundry appliances, with a portal for finding documentation and parts by model number.
The models below cover food storage, cooking and, if you want to do your laundry at home, washing.
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Worth considering if you need to store fresh and frozen food and the space can accommodate its dimensions.
Stated capacity : 153 L for the fridge and 74 L for the freezer. Stated width : 54 cm. The product details list Low Frost, a 4-star freezer, a reversible door, adjustable shelves and an E energy rating. Allow for a stable surface and the ventilation clearance specified for the appliance.
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Worth considering if you want refrigeration and freezing in one freestanding appliance, after checking the space available.
Stated capacity : 174 L. The product details list Low Frost, an adjustable thermostat, LED lighting and a reversible door. Listed dimensions : 470 × 511 × 1 500 mm.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a fridge with a lower stated capacity and its dimensions suit the space.
Stated capacity : 92 L. Listed width : 47 cm, with a stated footprint of 0,22 m². The product details mention a compact freezer compartment.
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Worth considering if you want a portable cooking option that you can put away, after checking it’s suitable for your home.
The product details give dimensions of 600 × 310 × 71 mm. It requires induction-compatible pans with a diameter of 12 to 24 cm.
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Worth considering if you want to do your laundry at home and the space has the necessary connections.
Stated capacity : 8 kg. The product title specifies a spin speed of 1 400 rpm and an Inverter motor. The product details give a depth of 47 cm and require a stable, level surface, along with properly installed water inlet and drainage connections.
No. In France, the Moselle ADIL and ANIL point out that landlords are not required to provide a so-called “fitted” kitchen (information published on 21 January 2026). Check the appliances listed in your tenancy agreement and what’s already in the property before making your shopping list.
Measure the appliance, the space it will go in and the delivery route. For a washing machine, check the manual against your access to water and drainage; for a fridge, follow the model’s installation and ventilation instructions. Also check what’s included in the delivery or installation service.
Choose a capacity that suits your usual loads. ADEME says a 7 kg model is enough most of the time, helping you avoid running cycles with underfilled drums. Check that this suits your needs and the space available.
No. In its guidance dated 20 November 2025, the French Ministry of the Economy explains that the statutory guarantee of conformity applies to new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a business to a private buyer; it does not apply to a standard sale between private individuals. Check who the legal seller is before buying.