Best integrated fridges 2025: our expert picks from independent tests

Integrated fridges are concealed (or integrated) into your kitchen cabinets. They're a popular choice for open-plan living spaces because they give your kitchen area a sleek, uncluttered look.

But while the best integrated fridges will chill quickly and run efficiently, some of the worst models will cost a fortune and struggle when the temperature in your kitchen fluctuates. 

Keep reading to find out which integrated fridges passed our tough tests and how to choose the perfect one for your household.

To see all the fridges we recommend, see our fridge reviews.

Best integrated fridges for 2025

These are the best tall integrated fridges we've tested in our lab recently. There are currently no Best Buy models.

If you're looking for an integrated under-counter fridge, see our guide to best under-counter fridges.

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Integrated fridge reviews by type

• Tall integrated fridges
• Under-counter integrated fridges

Integrated fridges by price

• Integrated fridges under £600
• Integrated fridges under £700
• Integrated fridges under £800

Why you can trust our integrated fridge reviews

It can be helpful to read product reviews before you make a purchase, but exactly who is writing what you read?

Which? is independent – we work for our members, not brands or advertisers. We buy all the products we test ourselves from the shops, just like our members do, and we don't accept freebies from product manufacturers or retailers.

This means that our reviews are free from outside influence: we write our reviews based only on the test results we receive from our labs. 

We rigorously test each appliance to the same standard, so it's easy to compare different models. Our unbiased advice will help you make the right choice the first time and avoid expensive mistakes.

Find out more about the lengths we go to in how we test fridges.

Where to buy an integrated fridge

Popular online retailers that sell integrated fridges include:

• Amazon carries integrated fridges from brands such as Haier, Hisense and Hoover. Prices start from £280 but go north of £1,000.
• Currys stocks integrated fridges from brands including Hotpoint, Miele and Samsung. You can expect to spend £240-£1,300.
• AO offers a mix of integrated under-counter models and integrated upright models. Prices go from £340 up to £1,500 – with some models at the top end claiming a capacity of more than 300 litres.
• Ikea has a small selection of integrated fridges, consisting of the Lagan, Lumnäs and Forsnäs. Prices range from £250 to £750.
• John Lewis sells models from AEG, Beko, Neff and other big-name brands. At the time of writing, the cheaper under-counter models cost around £530.

How to buy the best integrated fridge 

In the market for an integrated fridge? These questions will help you decide whether a built-in model is the right choice for you.

• Do you want the flexibility to change your kitchen design? If you're planning to replace or change the layout of your kitchen in the future, you might want to pick a freestanding model rather than an integrated fridge. This is because, once you've decided where to fit an integrated fridge, it's tricky to change it. See our advice on kitchen planning.
• How much are you willing to spend? Integrated models are usually more expensive than freestanding fridges, and there aren't as many models to choose from, so you have a more limited choice within your budget. 
• Is energy efficiency a priority for you? Integrated fridges tend to be less efficient than freestanding models. You can read more about the reasons for that below. We calculate annual running costs for every fridge we test, and include them in our fridge reviews.
• Are you OK with sacrificing a little fridge space for the integrated look? Integrated models tend to be smaller than freestanding models. On average, the tall freestanding models we've tested offer around 30 litres more usable storage space. So you won't have as much room for fresh food in a tall integrated fridge.

Read more about the different types of fridges on our best fridges page.

Are integrated fridges a standard size?

Tall integrated fridges are designed to fit into the space inside a tall kitchen cupboard, either an individual column or a bank of units. 

Tall fridges offer a lot of storage space, which makes them a good option if your household consumes a lot of fresh food.

In terms of width and depth, most tall integrated fridges match the size of a standard 60cm-wide kitchen cupboard unit. They might vary by a couple of centimetres, but you won’t have to factor in extra space for ventilation.

The tallest models are typically 178cm tall. The next size down is around 140cm, and some of the smaller tall integrated fridges are 123cm or less.

Our guide to the best fridge brands will help you choose the brand for you.

Why are integrated fridges more expensive to buy and run?

Built-in models are noticeably more expensive to buy than freestanding fridges, sometimes costing a few hundred pounds more.

There are various theories as to why this might be. One possibility is that designing the cooling technology to work within a confined space was costly to develop. Another is that, as integrated fridges are less popular than freestanding models, manufacturing costs are higher. It could even be that once you’ve added a built-in fridge to your kitchen, you have no choice but to replace like for like when you need a new one. So there’s less incentive for manufacturers to keep prices down.

When it comes to running costs, integrated fridges are also more expensive than freestanding ones. It's important to keep air flowing around the back of a fridge to disperse the hot air generated by the compressor. But when the fridge is fitted inside a cupboard, this air circulation is limited, and the compressor needs to work harder to keep the fridge cool. This uses more energy and means that integrated fridges are less efficient than similarly sized freestanding models.

Looking for a good but reasonably priced model? Visit our fridge reviews and use the Integrated and Great Value filters.

How do you install an integrated fridge? 

There are two different types of hinge used to attach the fridge door to the cabinetry during installation, so that they can open together.

• Sliding door system This is where the cabinet door isn't directly fixed to the fridge door, but is instead fixed on rails.  
• Door-on-door system This system only involves one hinge, where the fridge door is attached directly to the cabinet door. This means there's no space between the fridge and cabinet doors, and the fridge door sits flush with the cabinet.

The door-on-door system tends to be sturdier than the sliding door system, and allows you to open your fridge door much wider than a door on rails. 

Whichever type you choose, we'd recommend getting a professional to install your integrated fridge for you. It's important to ensure the space is the correct fit for your fridge and, when fitting the fridge door to your cabinet, it's vital to make sure that the appliance is level. It can also be difficult to manoeuvre the fridge into the cabinet space.

Some retailers will install your integrated fridge for you after you've bought it, although this service usually costs extra.

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