The Beko HarvestFresh CNG4601DVPS is a tall, freestanding 50/50 frost free fridge freezer with a generous 358-litre capacity and a sleek stainless steel finish. It’s designed as a practical family workhorse, with a focus on keeping fruit and veg fresher for longer.
Beko sits firmly in the reliable mid-range bracket, and this model follows that formula: plenty of useful features without drifting into premium price territory. Standouts include Beko’s HarvestFresh drawer, a non-plumbed water dispenser and a full NoFrost system so you never have to defrost.
With a 4.6 out of 5 rating from over 300 owner reviews, it’s clearly a well-liked choice, especially for busy households wanting a roomy, low-maintenance fridge freezer that just gets on with the job.
The CNG4601DVPS is ideal for medium to larger households that do a decent weekly shop. With 215 litres of fridge space and 143 litres in the freezer, it will comfortably handle around 19 bags of groceries, so families or shared homes won’t feel short of room.
If you’re shopping on a mid-range budget, this model hits a sweet spot. It offers more features than the basic budget options – like the HarvestFresh drawer, fast freeze and super cool functions – without the price tag of high-end smart or integrated appliances.
Health-conscious buyers who care about fresh produce will get particular value from the HarvestFresh technology, which uses a special light in the drawer to help preserve vitamins and keep fruit and veg looking and tasting better for longer.
It’s also well suited to anyone who wants modern convenience without hassle. The non-plumbed water dispenser, reversible door and frost free design make it a strong choice for first-time buyers, renters and busy families who don’t want to think about maintenance.
The standout feature is the HarvestFresh drawer, which uses a light cycle to mimic natural daylight. This helps lock in nutrients in your fruit and veg for longer, meaning less food waste and better-tasting produce between shops.
The 358-litre total capacity is generous for a 60cm-wide appliance, giving a proper 50/50 split: four glass shelves, a salad crisper and door storage in the fridge, plus four freezer drawers. It’s a sensible layout that makes it easy to organise family shops.
Frost free operation in the freezer and automatic defrost in the fridge mean you never need to chip away at ice or schedule defrost days. Combined with Beko’s NeoFrost system and multiple cooling vents, temperatures stay more stable and food stays fresher.
The slimline, non-plumbed water dispenser is a real everyday bonus. It uses a 2-litre internal tank, so you get chilled water on tap without needing a water connection or losing too much door storage.
Practical touches like the LED interior lighting, clear LED display, open-door alarm, fast freeze and super cool functions, plus a reversible door, all add up to an easy-to-live-with fridge freezer that feels well thought out.
Energy efficiency is only rated E, which is fairly typical for a tall fridge freezer but not the most economical option available. With an annual consumption of around 263 kWh, running costs could be lower on a more efficient model.
The manufacturer warranty is just 1 year, which is on the short side when some rivals now offer longer cover. For peace of mind you may want to consider an extended warranty.
At 202.5 cm tall, it may be too high for some kitchens with low cupboards or tight alcoves. Measuring your space carefully, including the depth of 67 cm (77 cm in packaging), is important before buying.
Noise is rated at 39 dB, which is respectable but not class-leadingly quiet. It should be fine in most homes, but in very open-plan, silent living spaces you might still notice it occasionally.
Day to day, the CNG4601DVPS is designed to be straightforward. The rotary control and LED display give you clear temperature settings, while separate cooling with NeoFrost helps keep odours from the fridge and freezer from mixing.
The internal layout is practical: four adjustable glass shelves let you adapt the space to taller items, while three door balconies and an included wine rack handle bottles and cartons neatly. The dedicated salad crisper with HarvestFresh lighting becomes the natural home for your fruit and veg.
In the freezer, four drawers make it easy to separate frozen meals, meat, veg and bulk buys. Because it’s fully frost free, drawers slide out without being jammed by ice, and you won’t have to empty it for manual defrosting.
The non-plumbed water dispenser is easy to live with. You simply fill the 2-litre tank inside the door, and the slimline design means you still retain useful door storage. It’s a handy nudge to drink more water, and there’s no installation faff beyond plugging the appliance in.
LED lighting inside the fridge gives bright, even visibility, so items at the back are easier to see. The open-door alert is a reassuring extra, particularly in busy family kitchens where a door can occasionally be left ajar.
Cooling performance is solid for a family fridge freezer. The SN-T climate classification means it’s designed to work reliably in room temperatures from 10°C up to 43°C, so it will cope well with warm kitchens or heatwaves without struggling.
The HarvestFresh drawer is the headline feature. By cycling through colours to imitate the sun’s natural pattern, it helps maintain vitamin levels in fresh produce for longer. For households that buy a lot of salad, fruit and veg, this can translate into less waste and fewer midweek top-up trips.
Frost free and NeoFrost technologies manage airflow and humidity to reduce ice build-up and maintain more consistent temperatures. Coupled with fast freeze and super cool functions, you can quickly bring large shops down to the right temperature, protecting food quality when you’ve been out for a big weekly shop.
Practical extras round out the specification: there’s an LED display, open-door alarm, auto-defrost fridge, wine rack, egg tray, ice cube tray and a reversible door so you can hang it to suit your kitchen layout. The doors are tested 300,000 times, which is a good indicator of long-term durability.
Noise performance at 39 dB and a C noise rating is acceptable for a modern fridge freezer, especially considering the size, and should fade into the background hum in most homes once you’re used to it.
For a tall 50/50 frost free fridge freezer with a 358-litre capacity, integrated water dispenser and specialist HarvestFresh drawer, this Beko represents strong value in the mid-range.
You’re getting features usually reserved for pricier models, like multi-zone cooling, fast freeze, super cool and a vitamin-preserving fresh drawer, without paying premium-brand prices. The practical design and generous storage also add value for families.
The E energy rating and 1-year warranty do hold it back slightly in pure value terms, as more efficient or longer-warranty alternatives exist. However, the excellent 4.6/5 average rating from over 300 owners suggests most buyers feel they’ve had good return for their money.
Overall, if you prioritise capacity, convenience and food freshness over having the very lowest running costs, the CNG4601DVPS is a compelling, good-value option.
The Beko HarvestFresh CNG4601DVPS is a well-rounded, family-friendly fridge freezer that focuses on everyday practicality and fresher food. The combination of a large 358-litre capacity, frost free operation, a handy non-plumbed water dispenser and the clever HarvestFresh drawer makes it easy to recommend to busy households.
Energy efficiency and warranty length are its main weak spots, and very space-constrained kitchens may find the 202.5 cm height a little challenging. If those are key concerns, it’s worth comparing with slightly more efficient or shorter models.
For most people, though, this Beko offers an appealing blend of smart freshness tech, sensible layout and user-friendly features at a fair price. If you’re upgrading from an older, manually defrosted fridge freezer, the step up in convenience will be particularly noticeable.
