Beko vs Miele Fridge Freezers

Beko and Miele sit at opposite ends of the market. Beko's range runs from £349 for the CFG4552B to £879 for the GN446224VPZ. Miele starts at £1,399 for the KDN 7724 E Active 70/30 NoFrost built-in model, and rises to £2,399 for the KFN 4795 AD BST NoFrost fridge freezer in black steel. The cheapest Miele is £520 more than Beko's most expensive model.

Beko focuses on NeoFrost Dual Cooling to protect against odour transfer and on EverFresh+ drawers for fruit and vegetables. Its frost-free models carry 37dB or 39dB noise ratings. Miele's DailyFresh system and DynaCool circulation keep the fridge at a consistent temperature, and its NoFrost system eliminates manual defrosting. The KDN 7724 E adds DailyFresh ExtraCool and LED lighting, while the KFN 4795 AD BST offers 268 litres of fridge space and 103 litres of freezer space.

Beko suits first-time buyers, renters and households that want a freestanding fridge freezer with no premium features, such as the 317-litre CNG4692DVW at £469. Miele suits buyers who want a premium finish and German engineering, such as the KDN 7724 E for a fitted kitchen. The KFN 4795 AD BST will suit those who want more fridge space and DynaCool circulation in a single appliance. The KDN 7724 E at £1,399 delivers 184 litres of fridge space and 76 litres of freezer space in a 70/30 layout, which suits a fitted kitchen. Beko's GN446224VPZ at £879 offers 376 litres of fridge space and 196 litres of freezer space in a freestanding American-style unit. Buyers who want a built-in unit that matches a fitted kitchen should look at the KDN 7724 E first.

Bottom line: choose Beko if you want a frost-free fridge freezer from £349 with NeoFrost Dual Cooling, and choose Miele if you want DailyFresh humidity control and DynaCool circulation from £1,399.