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

The Altimo AFF173552W is a 50/50 fridge freezer with manual defrost at £280, while the Altimo AFF180552W is a frost free 60/40 model at £275. The two differ mainly in defrosting and layout, so the choice comes down to how much day-to-day hands-on care you are happy with.

The AFF173552W has 248 litres in total, split into 138 litres of fridge and 110 litres of freezer, with four freezer drawers and two fridge shelves. It is rated 40dB in the C noise class and uses 214kWh a year, energy class E. At 1720mm high, 570mm deep and 550mm wide, it is a narrow unit that suits a tighter space. Its manual defrost routine is the main practical difference from the frost free AFF180552W, which keeps defrosting automatic.

Buyers of the AFF173552W call it good value from a lesser-known brand, backed by a two-year guarantee, and say it is quiet with plenty of room. One is pleased there is no door alarm. Buyers of the AFF180552W describe it as the right size for an overspill weekly shop, quiet, and good at keeping salad fresh. Both suit a household doing one main weekly shop, and the narrow 550mm width of the AFF173552W makes it the easier fit in a tighter space.

Bottom line: choose the Altimo AFF180552W if you want frost free convenience and a 60/40 split, or choose the Altimo AFF173552W if you are happy to defrost by hand and want the narrow 550mm footprint.