Smeg FQ960BL6 Victoria Quad Door Fridge Freezer Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg FQ960BL6 fridge freezer offers 572 litres of combined storage, with 376 litres for refrigeration and 196 litres for freezing. Its Total No Frost system, MultiFlow cooling, fast-freeze function and dedicated freshness drawers make it well suited to substantial weekly shops. The available product information also highlights quiet 37dB(A) operation, LED lighting and an internal display.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Very large combined capacity with a useful split between fridge and freezer storage
- ✓ Total No Frost and MultiFlow cooling reduce maintenance and help distribute cold air evenly
- ✓ Support organised fresh-food storage
- ✓ 37dB(A) noise rating should suit open-plan or quieter kitchens
Key Specifications
- Finish
- Black
- Noise rating
- 37dB(A)
- Energy rating
- E
- Cooling system
- Total No Frost and MultiFlow cooling
- Fridge storage
- 3 adjustable glass shelves and 3 drawers
- Total capacity
- 572 litres
- Freezer storage
- 2 shelves and 4 drawers
- Fridge capacity
- 376 litres
- Freezer capacity
- 196 litres
- Controls and functions
- Internal LED display, fast freeze, fast cooling, Eco Mode, Holiday Mode and door-open alarm
- Manufacturer product code
- FQ960BL6
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Large households needing substantial fridge and freezer capacity.
- ✓ Shoppers who value frost-free operation, multiple drawers and dedicated fresh-food storage.
- ✓ Open-plan kitchens where a lower stated noise rating is desirable.
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Storage and everyday practicality
The 572-litre capacity is the main attraction, giving the appliance ample room for larger shops and bulkier items. The fridge section provides three adjustable glass shelves and three drawers, while the freezer uses two shelves and four drawers to separate frozen food.
The quad-door layout can make it easier to organise different food types and access one compartment without opening the full appliance. Bright LED lighting and an internal display add useful everyday convenience.
Cooling and food preservation
Total No Frost removes the need for routine manual defrosting, while MultiFlow cooling is intended to distribute cold air more evenly throughout the compartments. Fast Freeze is useful when newly purchased food needs to be frozen quickly.
The supplied information also identifies a LifePlus 0°C drawer for delicate foods such as meat, fish and cheese, alongside a fruit and vegetable drawer with Natural Plus Blue Light. These features give the appliance a stronger fresh-food focus than a basic large-capacity fridge freezer.
Noise, efficiency and suitability
At a stated 37dB(A), the fridge freezer should be relatively unobtrusive in a busy or open-plan kitchen. Holiday Mode, Eco Mode and a door-open alarm provide useful controls for routine use and periods away from home.
The E energy rating is a limitation for buyers focused on running efficiency. Its substantial capacity and wide quad-door design also mean that available kitchen space, delivery access and door clearance should be checked before purchase.
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.