Miele KDN 7724 E Active Built-In Fridge-Freezer Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Miele KDN 7724 E Active combines 184 litres of refrigerator space with a 76-litre freezer. DailyFresh drawers, NoFrost, flexible VarioRoom storage and separate cooling circuits provide practical everyday convenience, while 35 dB operation suits open-plan living. It is designed for a specific integrated installation and requires a suitable furniture door panel.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ NoFrost reduces freezer maintenance by helping prevent ice build-up
- ✓ Dedicated fresh-produce storage
- ✓ Separate cooling circuits help limit odour transfer between the refrigerator and freezer
- ✓ Quiet 35 dB operation is well suited to open-plan living spaces
Worth considering
- The E energy rating is not the most efficient rating available, so energy-conscious buyers may wish to compare alternatives
Key Specifications
- Noise class
- B
- Noise level
- 35 dB(A)
- Climate class
- SN-ST
- Appliance type
- Built-in fridge-freezer
- Freezer drawers
- 3
- Cooling features
- NoFrost, DailyFresh, VarioRoom and DuplexCool
- Freezer capacity
- 76 litres
- Door installation
- Fixed door system; right convertible hinge
- Freezing capacity
- 4.00 kg/24 h
- Appliance dimensions
- 541 mm wide × 1772 mm high × 548 mm deep
- Refrigerator capacity
- 184 litres
- Total usable capacity
- 260 litres
- Energy efficiency rating
- E
- Annual energy consumption
- 233.97 kWh
- Manufacturer product code
- KDN7724E
- Required niche dimensions
- 560–568 mm wide × 1772–1780 mm high × 550 mm deep
- Storage time during fault
- 9 hours
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A good fit for households replacing an integrated fridge-freezer in a 178 cm kitchen niche.
- ✓ Suitable for buyers who want quiet operation, organised fresh-food storage and a freezer that does not need routine defrosting.
Storage and food preservation
The appliance provides 260 litres of usable storage, divided between a 184-litre refrigerator and a 76-litre freezer. Four refrigerator shelves, door storage, a bottle rack and two crisper drawers support organised everyday use.
DailyFresh drawers with adjustable moisture are designed for fruit and vegetables, while DuplexCool uses separate cooling circuits for the two compartments. This helps maintain distinct conditions and limits air and odour exchange between the refrigerator and freezer.
Freezer convenience
NoFrost circulation cooling helps prevent ice build-up, removing the need for routine manual defrosting. The three freezer drawers can be rearranged or removed through VarioRoom when larger frozen items need to be accommodated.
Automatic SuperCool, SuperFreeze and Party mode provide useful controls when loading fresh groceries or preparing for guests. Acoustic and optical door alarms add reassurance if a door is left open.
Installation and everyday operation
At 35 dB(A), this is a quiet appliance for a kitchen or open-plan living area. LED lighting, EasyControl settings and a right convertible hinge contribute to straightforward daily use.
Installation is less flexible than with a freestanding appliance. The stated niche dimensions must be matched carefully, and the fixed-door design requires a compatible furniture door panel.
Energy and ownership considerations
The stated E energy rating and annual consumption of 233.97 kWh provide useful information for planning ongoing running costs. The frost-free freezer and maintenance-free LED lighting should reduce routine upkeep.
The available product information does not provide independent long-term reliability or hands-on performance evidence, so this assessment focuses on the listed construction, functions and specifications.
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.