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FridgesDeep evidence · reviewed 17 Aug 2026

Fisher & Paykel

Series 7 498L Quad Door Fridge Ice & Water

A 498L quad-door fridge for buyers wanting a slimline premium layout with ActiveSmart food care, internal ice and chilled water.

Best-fit signal: Quad DoorBest-fit signal: Ice WaterBest-fit signal: SmartBest-fit signal: Premium
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Why consider it

Who this product is most likely to suit

A 498L quad-door fridge for buyers wanting a slimline premium layout with ActiveSmart food care, internal ice and chilled water.

Quad DoorIce WaterSmartPremium

Key reasons it is in the maintained set

  • 498L quad-door layout
  • 4.5-star energy rating
  • ActiveSmart Foodcare, Wi-Fi and SmartHQ connectivity

Key specifications and decision facts

The information that changes the purchase

Brand
Fisher & Paykel
Category
Fridges
Testing status
Desk-researched / manufacturer specification evidence; no hands-on testing claimed
Last substantive review
17 Aug 2026
Decision signals
Quad Door, Ice Water, Smart, Premium, Family
Key documented points
498L quad-door layout; 4.5-star energy rating; ActiveSmart Foodcare, Wi-Fi and SmartHQ connectivity

Strengths

Reasons to shortlist it

  • 498L quad-door layout
  • 4.5-star energy rating
  • ActiveSmart Foodcare, Wi-Fi and SmartHQ connectivity

These are documented characteristics, not a claim of hands-on performance testing.

Compromise

Who should look elsewhere?

Ice and water increase installation and maintenance requirements; confirm plumbing, cavity dimensions and door swing before purchase.

If that trade-off conflicts with your priorities, compare an alternative instead of forcing a fit.

Compare against alternatives

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Best-fit signalfamily

A 495L French-door fridge for households wanting chilled water without connecting the appliance to household plumbing.

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508L Slim French Door InstaView Fridge

Best-fit signalslim

A 508L premium slim French-door fridge for buyers who value InstaView, Door-in-Door access and built-in plumbed ice and water.

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Open a focused head-to-head530L Slim French Door Fridge vs Series 7 498L Quad Door Fridge Ice & Water →495L French Door Fridge Non-Plumbed Dispenser vs Series 7 498L Quad Door Fridge Ice & Water →

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Evidence depth
Deep evidence
Last substantive review
17 Aug 2026
Source evidence checked
17 Aug 2026
Retailer path checked
17 Aug 2026
Price checked
Live price not maintained
Image rights checked
17 Aug 2026
Next review due
16 Sept 2026

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