Altimo 50/50 Manual Defrost Fridge Freezer - White vs Frost Free Fridge Freezer - White — Comparison

The Altimo AFF173552W 50/50 Manual Defrost Fridge Freezer in white costs £280, while the Altimo AFF180552W Frost Free Fridge Freezer in white is only slightly more expensive at £299. AFF173552W is the larger manual-defrost option in Altimo’s budget range, while AFF180552W is the more convenient frost-free alternative for buyers willing to spend an extra £19.

The AFF173552W is listed with 248L capacity, manual defrost, a 40dB noise rating, white finish and an E energy rating. The AFF180552W provides a very similar total volume at 247L, split into a 165L fridge and 82L freezer. It also includes Frost Free technology, three fridge shelves, three freezer drawers, interior LED lighting and an E energy rating. Capacity is almost identical, but the AFF180552W has the clearer internal split and the major advantage of frost-free operation.

The AFF173552W suits buyers who want a straightforward, low-cost 50/50 fridge freezer and are happy to handle manual defrosting from time to time. It may appeal where the 40dB noise rating is useful for comparison and where the lowest upfront cost is important. The AFF180552W is the stronger pick for most main kitchens because it removes the chore of defrosting, offers organised storage with three shelves and three freezer drawers, and costs only a little more. Both are E-rated, so the purchase decision is mainly about convenience rather than energy class.

Bottom line: choose AFF173552W if you want a 248L manual-defrost fridge freezer at £280 / opt for AFF180552W if you would rather pay £299 for near-identical capacity with Frost Free convenience.