The Indesit IB55732SUK is a 182cm tall, 50/50 freestanding fridge freezer finished in silver, aimed at households that want solid practicality without paying for flashy extras. Indesit is known as a value-focused brand, and this model follows that formula with a sensible mix of capacity, efficiency and everyday features.
With a total 235-litre capacity split fairly between fridge and freezer, it’s well sized for a couple or smaller family, especially where kitchen width is tight thanks to its 54cm footprint. It’s not packed with smart tech, but you do get Low Frost to cut down on defrosting and a Fresh Space+ drawer to keep fruit and veg in better condition.
A 4.5 out of 5 user rating from a very large number of reviews suggests that owners are broadly very happy with how it performs day to day, particularly for the price point.
The IB55732SUK is a strong fit for small to medium households that want a straightforward, reliable fridge freezer without blowing the budget. If you’re moving into a first home, upgrading from an ageing under-counter fridge, or kitting out a rental, this ticks the key boxes without feeling too basic.
Its 50/50 split and 235 litres of usable space suit shoppers who buy a mix of fresh and frozen food. The 168-litre fridge is ample for a weekly shop for two or three people, while the 119-litre freezer and three drawers give you proper room for batch cooking, frozen veg and the odd bulk buy without everything piling on top of itself.
The tall, narrow 54cm width makes it ideal where space is tight – galley kitchens, flats, or older UK properties where standard 60cm appliances are a squeeze. Adjustable shelves and a reversible door also help it slot into awkward layouts.
If you’re on a strict budget and don’t care about Wi‑Fi, touchscreens or full No Frost technology, but still want decent efficiency and quiet running, this model is designed with you in mind.
Good usable capacity for its size: 235 litres in a slim 54cm-wide cabinet is efficient use of space, giving you a genuinely family-friendly layout without needing a huge kitchen.
Fresh Space+ and twin crisper drawers help keep fruit and veg in better condition for longer, so you’re less likely to throw away wilted salad or soft carrots midway through the week.
The Low Frost system reduces ice build-up in the freezer, meaning you won’t be hacking away at thick frost every couple of months. You’ll still need to defrost occasionally, but far less often than a fully manual freezer.
Adjustable glass shelves and a bottom-mounted freezer with three drawers make it easy to organise food and quickly see what you’ve got, rather than rummaging through a single deep compartment.
An E energy rating and 241 kWh annual consumption are decent for a tall fridge freezer in this class, and the 35 dB noise level is pleasantly quiet, making it suitable for open-plan kitchens.
A very strong owner rating, backed by thousands of reviews, suggests good real-world reliability and satisfaction at this price point.
The freezer is Low Frost rather than fully frost free, so you will still have to defrost it from time to time, even if not as often as with older designs.
There’s no dedicated bottle rack or fancy storage extras, so if you often chill wine or large drinks bottles, you may need to sacrifice a shelf or door space.
The feature set is fairly basic: no digital display, no open-door or over-temperature alarms, and no fast-freeze or holiday modes, which some rivals in a higher price bracket do offer.
A one-year manufacturer warranty is on the short side; some competing brands now include longer cover for extra peace of mind.
Day to day, the Indesit IB55732SUK is designed to be a fit-and-forget appliance. The simple rotary control keeps temperature adjustments straightforward, with no menus or modes to learn. The bright internal LED lighting makes it easy to see what’s in the fridge, even when it’s full.
Inside, three adjustable glass shelves let you reconfigure the space for tall bottles, big casserole dishes or bulkier food shops. Two vegetable drawers – including the Fresh Space+ area – give you a natural home for salads, fruit and veg. The glass shelves feel more premium and are easier to wipe clean than old-style wire racks.
The bottom-mounted freezer with three drawers keeps frozen food organised and accessible. Clear front panels (where fitted) make it easier to spot what’s inside, and the 15-hour power failure safe storage rating means food should remain safely frozen for a good length of time if there’s a power cut.
At around 35 dB, noise is modest – more of a soft background hum than a constant whirr – which is particularly welcome in open-plan spaces or smaller flats. The reversible door and adjustable feet also make installation more flexible, helping you get doors level and opening the right way for your kitchen layout.
Maintenance is relatively low effort: the fridge section has auto-defrost, so you only need to wipe away moisture and keep shelves clean. The Low Frost freezer will need a manual defrost every so often, but ice build-up should be slower and easier to manage than on older, fully manual models.
For everyday chilling and freezing, performance on the IB55732SUK is well matched to a typical UK household. The 168-litre fridge capacity gives you a generous amount of room for fresh food, dairy and leftovers, while the 119-litre, 4-star freezer is suitable for long-term storage of frozen goods, not just short-term ice and desserts.
The Fresh Space+ drawer is a notable addition at this price. By offering a more controlled environment for fruit and veg, it helps prevent items from drying out or spoiling too quickly. Combined with a second vegetable drawer, it gives you more organised storage for different types of produce.
Cooling and freezing performance is backed by an ST climate classification, meaning it’s designed to operate reliably in typical UK kitchen temperatures. Auto-defrost in the fridge stops frost from forming on the back wall, maintaining consistent temperatures and saving you the hassle of scraping ice away.
The Low Frost freezer uses improved evaporator design and smoother internal surfaces to slow ice build-up, so you don’t lose as much space to frost and defrosting is quicker when it’s finally needed. It’s not quite as hands-off as a full No Frost system but avoids some of the extra complexity and noise those can bring.
Other touches round out the experience: LED lighting for clear visibility with low energy use, glass shelves that support heavier items and clean easily, and a quiet B-rated noise performance. You won’t find smart connectivity or advanced modes here, but the fundamentals of safe food storage, simple controls and consistent cooling are well covered.
At a price that sits firmly in the budget to lower mid-range bracket for tall fridge freezers, the Indesit IB55732SUK represents very good value. You’re not paying for smart features or premium finishes, but you do get a tall, slim cabinet with a genuinely useful 50/50 split and thoughtful touches like Fresh Space+ and Low Frost.
Energy consumption of 241 kWh per year is reasonable for its size, helping keep running costs under control. When combined with the quiet operation and flexible layout, it feels like strong everyday practicality for the money.
The standout here is the user satisfaction: a 4.5/5 rating from many thousands of owners is a strong endorsement of both performance and reliability at this price point. While the one-year warranty is modest and you miss out on full frost-free tech, the overall package still stacks up as excellent value for households that prioritise basics done well.
The Indesit IB55732SUK is a no-nonsense, well-sized fridge freezer that focuses on the essentials: reliable cooling, sensible storage and low running noise in a slim, tall footprint. For couples, small families or anyone short on kitchen width, it offers an impressive amount of usable space for the money.
Features like the Fresh Space+ drawer and Low Frost freezer lift it above the most basic entry-level options, without pushing the price into premium territory. You do sacrifice full No Frost and a longer warranty, and you won’t find advanced digital controls or alarms, so tech-minded buyers may prefer to spend more.
If you want a smart-looking silver 50/50 fridge freezer that’s quiet, efficient enough and strongly rated by real users, this Indesit is an excellent choice. Those who hate defrosting and want more bells and whistles should look at higher-end frost-free models, but for straightforward, great-value cooling, it’s hard to argue with what this one delivers.
