American fridge vs European side by side
Comparison of an American fridge and side by side fridge
| American fridge | European side-by-side | |
|---|---|---|
| Consists of | 1 device | 2 devices |
| Does Coolblue carry up the stairs | No | Yes |
| Dispenser | Yes | No |
| Contents | 500-600L | 600-700L |
| Width | 80 -90cm | 100 - 120cm |
Model
American fridge: 1 appliance
An American fridge consists of 1 appliance. The fridge and freezer compartment are located next to or above each other. Some American fridges also have a water or ice dispenser, so you can tap a glass of ice cold water on a hot, sunny day.
Side by side: 2 appliances
A side by side fridge consists of 2 appliances, a single-door fridge and an upright freezer. You connect these 2 models with a strip. The fridge and freezer look similar, so they match. That way, it looks like you have a large American fridge. A side by side often doesn't have a water or ice dispenser.
Delivery
American fridge: not up the stairs
Our Coolblue delivery drivers don't carry American fridges up the stairs. This can be a raised patio in your garden, the stairs at the front door, or to another floor. Do you live on the ground floor? In that case, it's not a problem.
Side by side: up the stairs
We'll lift a side by side fridge up the stairs for you. That's because this model consists of 2 separate appliances, which our delivery drivers will lift up for you. So you can enjoy a lots of fridge and freezer space, even on a different floor.
Contents
American fridge: large capacity
An American fridge has a large capacity, like 500 or 600L of fridge and freezer space. You can easily keep the weekly groceries of 5 people or more in this. These fridges are larger than a fridge freezer combination or single-door fridge.
Side by side: larger capacity
A side by side has an even larger capacity than an American fridge, about 100 or 200L more. This offers enough room for an extra supply of your favorite fresh pasta. The size of this model is larger too because of this. The width increase with about 10 to 30cm. That's why you should check if a side by side fits in your kitchen in advance.
Conclusion
If you have stairs at your front door, or you live on a different level, a side by side is a good choice. This model has more fridge and freezer space than an American fridge, and our delivery drivers will lift it for you. The size is a lot larger and it doesn't have a dispenser. Do you live on the ground floor, and do you like to have a dispenser? An American fridge is suitable for you.
