Haier HBQW5518EK-UK Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Haier HBQW5518EK-UK integrated fridge freezer is a feature-rich 70/30 model aimed at households that want more chilled storage than freezer space. Its 251-litre capacity, Total No Frost system, Humidity Zone, reversible door and 35dB operating noise make it a practical built-in choice, while hOn connectivity adds remote-control functions. The main compromises are the E energy rating, 73-litre freezer and lack of Super Freezing.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Total No Frost reduces routine freezer maintenance
- ✓ Quiet 35dB operation suits open-plan kitchens
- ✓ Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and hOn app connectivity add useful remote-control functions
- ✓ Humidity Zone, Air Surround and multi-flow cooling support fresh-food storage
- ✓ Reversible door and sliding-mounted cabinet-door fixing provide installation flexibility
Worth considering
- E energy class, below the more efficient A-to-D bands on the current label scale
- The 73-litre freezer is substantially smaller than the 178-litre refrigerator section, limiting frozen-food storage for larger households
- There is no Super Freezing function for rapid freezing of newly added food
Key Specifications
- Display
- Yes
- Voltage
- 220-240V
- Controls
- External electronic control panel
- Frequency
- 50Hz
- Wine rack
- 1
- Door hinge
- Right-hinged, reversible
- Smart Cool
- Yes
- Noise level
- 35dB
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Door shelves
- 5
- Energy class
- E
- Holiday mode
- Yes
- Installation
- Integrated
- Product type
- Two-door fridge freezer
- Climate class
- SN, N, ST and T
- Connected app
- hOn
- Humidity Zone
- Yes
- Product depth
- 550mm
- Product width
- 540mm
- Super Cooling
- Yes
- Freezer rating
- 4-star
- Product height
- 1772mm
- Shelf material
- Glass
- Total capacity
- 251 litres
- Crisper drawers
- 2
- Freezer drawers
- 2
- Freezer capacity
- 73 litres
- Freezing capacity
- 6kg per 24 hours
- Frost-free system
- Total No Frost
- Interior lighting
- LED
- Fridge/freezer split
- 70/30
- Noise-emission class
- B
- Manufacturer warranty
- 24 months
- Refrigerator capacity
- 178 litres
- Annual energy consumption
- 229kWh per year
- Manufacturer product code
- 34901757
- Cabinet-door fixing system
- Sliding-mounted
- Storage time during power failure
- 8 hours
- Air Surround and multi-flow cooling
- Yes
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Households replacing an integrated 70/30 fridge freezer who want automatic No Frost operation and a reversible door.
- ✓ Smart-home users who will make use of hOn app connectivity, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth control.
- ✓ Kitchens where low operating noise matters, thanks to the 35dB noise rating.
- ✓ Shoppers prioritising fresh-food storage, humidity control and a larger refrigerator section over freezer capacity.
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Design and installation
The Haier HBQW5518EK-UK integrated fridge freezer is designed for built-in installation and uses a sliding-mounted cabinet-door system. Its 540mm width, 550mm listed depth and 1772mm height suit standard tall integrated kitchen layouts, although the installation dimensions should be checked carefully before fitting.
The door is right-hinged from the factory but reversible, giving more flexibility when planning the kitchen. An external electronic control panel and internal LED lighting make everyday operation straightforward.
Cooling and food preservation
The Haier HBQW5518EK-UK fridge freezer uses Total No Frost, with automatic frost-free defrosting in the freezer and automatic defrosting in the refrigerator section. This avoids routine manual freezer defrosting and supports more consistent day-to-day maintenance.
Air Surround, a multi-flow column, an internal refrigerator fan and a Humidity Zone provide a well-equipped fresh-food system. The manufacturer specifies two crispers, while the Humidity Zone is intended to manage moisture for fruit and vegetables.
Storage and layout
Total usable capacity is 251 litres, divided into 178 litres for fresh food and 73 litres for frozen food. The 70/30 arrangement gives priority to refrigerator storage, making the appliance better suited to households that buy more chilled than frozen food.
The interior includes five door shelves, two adjustable shelves plus an additional shelf position, two crispers, two freezer drawers, a wine rack, an egg rack and an ice tray. The four-star freezer is rated for 6kg of freezing capacity in 24 hours and can keep food frozen for up to eight hours during a power cut.
Smart controls and usability
The Haier HBQW5518EK-UK integrated fridge freezer connects to the hOn app over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, adding remote-control functions and connected content. It also provides Holiday mode, Smart Cool and Super Cooling, with the main controls positioned externally.
There is no Super Freezing function, so the appliance offers more advanced control over the refrigerator section than over rapid freezing. The acoustic door-open warning is a useful everyday safeguard.
Energy and noise
The appliance is E-rated on the current energy label and has declared annual energy consumption of 229kWh. That places its efficiency below the A-to-D classes, so energy-conscious buyers should compare the label rather than judging efficiency from its connected features or No Frost system.
A 35dB noise level and B noise-emission class are strong points for an integrated appliance, particularly in open-plan kitchens. The published climate range covers SN, N, ST and T conditions, with an operating ambient range of 10°C to 43°C.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.