Smeg UKC81721E Built In Fridge Freezer Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Smeg UKC81721E is a white built-in fridge freezer offering 269 litres of total storage, divided between a 196-litre fridge and a 73-litre freezer. Its frost-free operation reduces the need for manual defrosting, while FastFreeze, LED lighting and dedicated fruit and vegetable drawers add useful everyday functionality.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Frost-free operation avoids the inconvenience of regular manual defrosting
- ✓ The reversible door provides greater flexibility when fitting the appliance into an integrated kitchen layout
- ✓ Separate fruit and vegetable drawers support organised fresh-food storage
- ✓ LED interior lighting should make the contents easier to see
Key Specifications
- Door
- Reversible door
- Finish
- White
- Controls
- Touch control operation
- Lighting
- LED interior lighting
- Defrosting
- Frost-free / NoFrost
- Product type
- Built-in fridge freezer
- Energy rating
- E
- Fast freezing
- FastFreeze function
- Fridge drawers
- 2 drawers
- Total capacity
- 269 litres
- Freezer storage
- 3 drawers and an ice box
- Fridge capacity
- 196 litres
- Fridge shelving
- 4 shelves
- Freezer capacity
- 73 litres
- Manufacturer product code
- UKC81721E
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A good fit for integrated kitchens where door-hinge flexibility is important.
- ✓ Suitable for households wanting a relatively spacious fridge section with dedicated freezer drawers.
- ✓ Useful for shoppers who prefer frost-free freezing and straightforward touch controls.
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Storage and everyday organisation
With 269 litres of combined storage, this appliance gives fresh food the larger share of the available space, with 196 litres in the fridge and 73 litres in the freezer. Four fridge shelves and two drawers provide a clear basis for organising groceries, while the freezer uses three drawers alongside an ice box.
The dedicated fruit and vegetable drawers are a useful inclusion for separating produce from the rest of the fridge contents. The available product information does not specify whether the shelves are adjustable or describe the exact internal arrangement beyond the stated shelf and drawer count.
Convenience features
Frost-free or NoFrost operation is the main convenience feature, removing the need for routine manual defrosting. FastFreeze is designed to help preserve the quality of newly frozen food, while touch controls offer a simple way to manage the appliance.
LED lighting should provide clear visibility inside the fridge and is described as more efficient and longer lasting than traditional bulbs. The reversible door is particularly useful for integrated installations where the available opening direction may be restricted.
Efficiency and installation considerations
The E energy rating means efficiency is adequate but not a standout strength. Buyers focused on reducing running costs should compare the rating with other integrated fridge freezers before deciding.
This is a built-in appliance with a white finish and a reversible door. The supplied information does not provide the appliance dimensions, hinge details, noise level or ventilation requirements, so those points should be confirmed before installation.
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.