Altimo 142L Fridge Freezer - White vs Frost Free Fridge Freezer - White — Comparison

The Altimo AFF144482W 142L Fridge Freezer in white is priced at £219, while the Altimo AFF180552W Frost Free Fridge Freezer in white costs £299. AFF144482W is the entry-level compact option, built around a simple 50/50 layout and manual defrosting. AFF180552W sits above it as the more practical everyday model, adding frost-free convenience and a much larger total capacity for £80 more.

The AFF144482W provides 87L of fridge capacity and 55L of freezer capacity, giving 142L total. It includes three freezer drawers, a 50/50 split, manual defrost, LED light and an E energy rating. The AFF180552W increases storage to a 165L fridge and 82L freezer, totalling 247L. It also has Frost Free technology, three fridge shelves, three freezer drawers, interior LED lighting and the same E energy rating. The biggest differences are capacity and defrosting: 247L frost-free storage versus 142L manual-defrost storage.

The AFF144482W is right for buyers who mainly need low purchase cost and a compact footprint. It works well for smaller homes, occasional use or overflow storage, especially if freezer needs are modest. The AFF180552W suits households using the appliance as their main fridge freezer. Its larger fridge, bigger freezer and Frost Free design reduce day-to-day hassle, while the three shelves and three drawers create a more familiar full-size layout.

Bottom line: choose AFF144482W if you want the lowest-cost 142L model and do not mind manual defrosting / opt for AFF180552W if you want 247L capacity, Frost Free convenience and a better main-kitchen setup.