Altimo vs Miele Fridges

Altimo and Miele are at opposite ends of the market. Altimo's ATTLD4402W tabletop fridge costs £89 and the ALD5502W undercounter larder is £159. Miele's KS 4383 DD WH, a 399-litre white fridge with DailyFresh and DynaCool, costs £999, while the stainless look EL version is £1,169. Miele's K4003D undercounter 141-litre larder fridge with DailyFresh and DynaCool is another option for a compact kitchen. Against the KS 4383 DD WH, the Altimo ALD5502W is £840 cheaper, so the gap is wide.

Miele's technology is the big difference. DailyFresh and DynaCool are named on the 399-litre KS 4383 models and the K4003D, and DynaCool is designed to circulate air evenly so temperatures stay consistent wherever food is stored. Miele's wider range also includes MasterFresh compartments with humidity-controlled drawers, FlexiLight LED lighting and WiFi-enabled models that connect to Miele@home. The K4003D carries a B rating for noise at 34dB, a quiet result. Altimo's features are basic, with an icebox on the AFR4832W and auto defrost on selected models.

Altimo suits students, offices and anyone who needs cheap extra cold storage in a small space. Miele suits households that want a premium fridge with stronger build quality and features for an open-plan or design-led kitchen. The 399-litre models fit family shopping, while the K4003D suits a compact undercounter spot. Miele's price is higher, and some smart features need a WiFi connection, so consider whether those extras will actually be used before choosing.

Bottom line: choose Altimo if you want a basic, low-cost fridge, such as the ATTLD4402W at £89 or the ALD5502W at £159, for light use. Choose Miele if you want DynaCool and DailyFresh in a 399-litre fridge, such as the KS 4383 DD WH at £999, or the K4003D if you need a compact undercounter larder.