Hoover HOBBML18EK Integrated Fridge Freezer 70-30 Split

The Hoover HOBBML18EK Integrated Fridge Freezer is a practical 70/30 appliance designed for modern fitted kitchens, giving you more refrigerator space for fresh food while retaining a useful dedicated freezer compartment.

With 250 litres of total usable storage, the HOBBML18EK provides 190 litres of fridge space and 60 litres in the freezer. Its integrated design keeps the appliance discreetly behind your kitchen cabinetry, while the 54cm width makes it a useful option for kitchens where available space is limited.

Electronic controls, Super Cooling, adjustable glass shelving and an audible open-door alarm make it straightforward to manage on a day-to-day basis. The fridge compartment also benefits from automatic defrosting, helping to keep routine maintenance to a minimum.

A Practical 70/30 Fridge Freezer Layout

The 70/30 configuration is particularly useful if your household gets through more fresh and chilled food than frozen produce.

The HOBBML18EK gives you:

• 190 litres of fridge storage
• 60 litres of freezer storage
• Four fridge shelves, including three adjustable shelves plus a fixed shelf
• One salad crisper
• Four door shelves
• Three freezer drawers
• Egg rack and ice tray

The larger refrigerator section provides plenty of room for fresh ingredients, dairy products, drinks and prepared food, while the three freezer drawers make it easier to separate and organise frozen items.

For households that regularly shop for fresh food but still want a dedicated freezer, this layout offers a sensible balance without giving over excessive space to frozen storage.

Easy-to-Manage Fridge Storage

Inside the fridge, adjustable glass shelving allows you to alter the layout around larger bottles, containers, dishes or weekly shopping.

The glass shelves are also a practical choice for everyday use, as spills can be wiped away rather than absorbed into the shelving material. An LED interior light helps illuminate the storage area when you’re looking for ingredients or unpacking a shop.

A dedicated salad crisper provides a separate area for fruit and vegetables, helping you keep frequently used fresh produce together.

Super Cooling When You Need It

The Super Cooling function is useful when you’ve just returned from the supermarket with a large amount of fresh food.

Adding a substantial shop can temporarily raise the temperature inside the refrigerator. Super Cooling helps bring the fridge temperature down more quickly, giving you a useful way of managing the appliance after a larger shop.

It’s a straightforward feature, but one that can be particularly useful for busy households that regularly stock up on fresh food.

Straightforward Electronic Temperature Control

The HOBBML18EK uses electronic controls with an internal display, allowing you to adjust and monitor the refrigerator temperature without relying on a traditional mechanical dial.

An audible door-open warning is also included. This provides a useful reminder if the fridge door has not been fully closed, helping to avoid unnecessarily leaving the appliance open.

There is no app connectivity or remote control on this model, which may actually appeal if you prefer an appliance that keeps things simple and concentrates on its core refrigeration functions.

Automatic Fridge Defrosting

The refrigerator compartment uses automatic defrosting, reducing the need to manually deal with frost build-up in the fridge.

The freezer compartment is manually defrosted, so occasional maintenance will be required if frost accumulates. This is worth bearing in mind if you’re specifically looking for a fully frost-free integrated fridge freezer.

The HOBBML18EK is therefore best suited to customers who want a straightforward integrated appliance rather than a model with full No Frost technology.

Designed to Blend Into Your Kitchen

Because the HOBBML18EK is an integrated fridge freezer, the appliance is designed to sit within your kitchen cabinetry, with a furniture door fitted to the appliance.

The door fixing system is sliding-mounted, and the appliance has a reversible door, giving installers greater flexibility when deciding which side the appliance should open from.

As with any integrated refrigeration appliance, it’s important to check the manufacturer’s installation requirements and your existing cabinet dimensions before ordering. The appliance itself measures 1769mm high, 540mm wide and 545mm deep.

Energy Efficiency and Everyday Running

The Hoover HOBBML18EK has an E energy rating under the current UK/EU energy-label scale, with stated annual energy consumption of 205 kWh.

Energy labels are most useful when comparing appliances directly, particularly if your fridge freezer will be operating continuously throughout the year. An E rating is not the highest available efficiency class, so customers prioritising the lowest possible energy consumption may wish to compare this model with higher-rated alternatives.

Noise Level

Rated at 39 dB(A), the HOBBML18EK has a noise emission class of C.

Refrigeration appliances naturally make some noise as the compressor and cooling system operate. At this level, the HOBBML18EK is designed for normal domestic kitchen use, although perceived noise can vary depending on the surrounding cabinetry, flooring and installation.

Who Is It Ideal For?

The Hoover HOBBML18EK is a good choice for:

• Couples and families looking for a practical integrated fridge freezer
• Households that use more fresh food than frozen food
• Fitted kitchens where a built-in appearance is important
• Smaller kitchens where a 54cm-wide appliance is useful
• Customers replacing an existing 70/30 integrated fridge freezer
• Anyone wanting straightforward electronic controls without app connectivity
• Buyers who want automatic fridge defrosting but don’t specifically require full No Frost technology

If you regularly buy large quantities of frozen food, a 50/50 or larger freezer configuration may be more suitable. Likewise, if avoiding manual freezer defrosting is a priority, it would be worth considering a No Frost alternative.

Why Choose the Hoover HOBBML18EK?

The strength of the HOBBML18EK is its straightforward approach to everyday refrigeration.

It gives you a useful 70/30 balance, with the larger section dedicated to fresh food, while the integrated design allows it to disappear neatly into the kitchen. The 250-litre capacity provides useful storage without requiring a particularly wide appliance, and adjustable shelving gives you some flexibility when organising the fridge.

Features such as Super Cooling, electronic controls, an open-door alarm and automatic fridge defrost make the appliance easier to live with, without adding unnecessary complexity.

For customers searching for a 70/30 integrated fridge freezer with a 54cm width, the HOBBML18EK is a practical option worth considering.

Box Contents

• Hoover HOBBML18EK Integrated Fridge Freezer
• User documentation/manual
• Energy information/labels
• Ice tray
• Egg rack

Please note: As this is an integrated appliance, kitchen furniture door/panel fitting and installation requirements should be checked before purchase.

FAQs

Is the Hoover HOBBML18EK a 70/30 fridge freezer?

Yes. The HOBBML18EK has a 70/30 configuration, providing approximately 190 litres of refrigerator storage and 60 litres of freezer storage. This makes it particularly suitable for households that need more space for fresh food than frozen food.

Is the Hoover HOBBML18EK frost free?

No. The HOBBML18EK is not a fully frost-free fridge freezer. The refrigerator compartment has automatic defrosting, but the freezer compartment requires manual defrosting if frost builds up.

What are the dimensions of the Hoover HOBBML18EK?

The appliance measures 1769mm high, 540mm wide and 545mm deep. Because this is an integrated fridge freezer, the cabinet aperture and furniture-door requirements should also be checked carefully before installation.

Does the Hoover HOBBML18EK have Super Cooling?

Yes. Super Cooling is included and is designed to rapidly lower the refrigerator temperature when required, which can be useful after loading the fridge with a large amount of fresh food.

Does the Hoover HOBBML18EK have Wi-Fi or app control?

No. This model does not have connectivity or an associated IoT app. Its controls are located inside the refrigerator and are operated electronically.