Smeg 390L Universal Larder Refrigerator - Black vs Tall Fridge - Stainless Steel — Comparison

The Smeg UKFS18EV2HB 390L Universal Larder Refrigerator in black is priced at £929.00, while the Smeg UKFS18EV2HX Tall Fridge in stainless steel is also £929.00. Both are full-height Smeg larder-style fridges with the same quoted 390L capacity, so they sit side by side in the range as finish-led alternatives rather than different capacity tiers.

The UKFS18EV2HB provides a 390L net capacity, larder refrigerator format, black finish, 40dB C-rated noise rating, E energy rating and dimensions of 1860mm high, 595mm wide and 650mm deep. The UKFS18EV2HX also offers 390L fridge capacity, C-rated 40dB noise performance, larder style, four shelves and an E energy rating, but adds a stainless steel fingerproof finish. The supplied data makes the stainless model more specific on shelf count and anti-fingerprint practicality, while the black model is more specific on external dimensions.

The UKFS18EV2HB suits buyers who want a tall black fridge to coordinate with darker appliances or a bold kitchen scheme. It is the more obvious fit if exact dimensions are being checked before purchase. The UKFS18EV2HX suits buyers who prefer a stainless steel look but want reduced marking thanks to the fingerproof finish. Since both are the same price and capacity, the choice is mostly aesthetic, with the HX model adding a practical finish detail and the HB model delivering a clean black alternative.

Bottom line: "choose UKFS18EV2HB if you want the 390L Smeg larder fridge in black with listed dimensions / opt for UKFS18EV2HX if stainless steel and a fingerproof finish suit your kitchen better."