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Fridge reviews We test the coolest new fridges in the CHOICE labs to help you find the best one for your home, including models from Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, LG, Samsung and more.

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The best three bottom-mount fridges Tips to help you find the best bottom-mount fridge for your needs, plus the top scorers from our lab tests.

More fridges arriving faulty to CHOICE labs We're seeing more faulty fridges in our labs than ever before. Here's how to avoid getting stuck with a dud.

Three fridges to avoid buying Looking to snap up a bargain before Christmas or in the sales? Avoid losing your cool over these badly performing fridges.

3 of the best fridges for big families These French-door fridges are big on size but smaller on running costs.

8 foods you don't need to refrigerate From tomatoes to coffee beans, some foods simply shouldn't go in the fridge.

Five signs it's time for a new fridge With summer well on its way and bargains to be found in the Black Friday and end-of-year sales, is it time you bought a new fridge?

Top five advances in the evolution of your fridge From high-tech to high-end specs – we look at the good, the bad and the pointless new features.

What to do when your fridge breaks down You only have a small window of time to save your food before it becomes unsafe to eat, so act fast.

How we test fridges Our rigorous testing means you can be confident you're making the right decision in the showroom. Here's how we do it.

How to look after a fridge or freezer Plus simple steps for troubleshooting and maintenance.

Australia's best fridge brand We've calculated Australia's top refrigerator brand for performance, reliability and customer satisfaction.

Fridge temperature guide Keep your food safe and your energy bills low.

Fridge energy efficiency Go easy on your wallet and the planet with these power-saving tips.

Fridge accessibility A guide to choosing an accessible fridge for people with disabilities, vision impairment or cognitive impairment.

How to load your fridge Cut down on energy bills and spoiled food.

Australia's most reliable fridge brands The fridge brands that best hold up over time, as chosen by CHOICE members.

KeepFresh first look review This little device claims to extend the life of fruits and vegetables by absorbing ethylene. So, is it the secret to longer lasting lettuce.

Samsung Family Hub review Is this smart fridge the king of the kitchen or a fridge too far?

Kitchen trends from the IFA What to expect in future fridges, dishwashers, ovens and other kitchen products.

The latest kitchen tech Smarter appliances are arriving, are you ready?

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