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Hotpoint H5X 82O SX review

No. 4 of 10 in our fridge freezers ranking · Updated · How we rank

Our verdict: The Hotpoint H5X 82O SX ranks 4th of the 10 fridge freezers we compare, with 8.1 out of 10.

Hotpoint H5X 82O SX

8.1/10

The Hotpoint H5X 82O SX is a freestanding Total No Frost fridge freezer in Saturn Steel, with about 231L of fridge over 104L of freezer. It suits a household that wants frost-free storage from a familiar brand and does not need smart features.

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Why it's here

  • About 231L fridge and 104L freezer in a standard 60cm slot
  • Total No Frost, so neither compartment needs defrosting
  • Steel-look finish suits a modern kitchen
  • 10-year parts guarantee when registered, on top of the standard year

Keep in mind

  • Rated E, so it costs more to run than the D-rated models here
  • Retailers list it under several codes and splits (60/40 or 70/30), so check the exact model before ordering
  • Basic controls with no app or smart features
  • Fewer owner reports than the best-known models here

Why the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX scores 8.1

Each bar shows where it places among the 10 fridge freezers in this guide, so a full bar is 1st of 10. How happy owners are counts for most of the score.

  • How happy owners are4th of 10
  • How many rated it4th of 10
  • How new it is1st of 10

Why it sits behind the Bosch Series 2 KGN27NWEAG

The Bosch Series 2 KGN27NWEAG (8.2) beats the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX (8.1) because it leaves owners a little happier.

About the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX

The H5X 82O SX is a two-door, freestanding fridge freezer with the freezer at the bottom. Hotpoint describes it as a Total No Frost 70/30 model in Saturn Steel. Neither compartment needs defrosting. Retailer spec sheets give 231L for the fridge and 104L for the freezer, 335L in all.

It stands 191.2cm tall, 59.6cm wide and 67.8cm deep, according to Euronics. That is a standard 60cm kitchen slot. Hotpoint's page names Active Fresh, which brings the temperature back after the door has been opened, and a Fresh Zone drawer for salad and vegetables. Appliances Direct adds MultiCool Flow air circulation, four fridge shelves, one fruit and veg drawer, three freezer drawers, LED lighting, electronic control and reversible door hinges.

Retailers disagree on the split. Hotpoint's page says 70/30, while Euronics lists 60/40. The capacities above are the same either way, so check the exact model code and split with the seller before you order.

What owners report about the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX

We found little owner feedback for this exact model, so we report none. The retailer pages we opened for it carry no owner reviews, and we have not borrowed what owners say about other Hotpoint models.

Who the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX suits

It suits a family or couple who want a frost-free fridge freezer that fits a standard 60cm space, and who like a steel-look finish. The 231L fridge is a decent size for a weekly shop, and there is no defrosting to schedule.

Look elsewhere if running costs matter most: it is rated E, so the Bosch Series 6 KGE49AICAG is the better fit for efficiency. If you want a water dispenser, the Hisense RB390N4WCE has one without plumbing. For a tighter kitchen, the Beko CFG4552W is narrower and frost-free. Controls here are basic, with no app.

Questions about the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX

Is the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX frost free?

Yes. It has Total No Frost, so neither the fridge nor the freezer needs manual defrosting.

How big is the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX?

It is 191.2cm high, 59.6cm wide and 67.8cm deep, and weighs 73kg, according to Euronics. Capacity is 231L for the fridge and 104L for the freezer.

Is the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX a 70/30 or 60/40 fridge freezer?

Hotpoint's page calls it 70/30, but Euronics lists 60/40. Check the model code with the seller before ordering.

What guarantee does the Hotpoint H5X 82O SX come with?

Hotpoint's page advertises a free 10 year parts warranty. Euronics lists 1 year parts and labour plus a 9 year parts guarantee that needs the appliance to be registered.

Other fridge freezer picks

The other badge winners in our fridge freezers ranking.

All 10 fridge freezers, compared

  1. 1 Beko CFG4552WBest Choice 8.5 Check Price
  2. 2 Hisense RB327N4WWEBest Budget 8.3 Check Price
  3. 3 Bosch Series 2 KGN27NWEAG 8.2 Check Price
  4. 4 Hotpoint H5X 82O SXThis review 8.1 Check Price
  5. 5 Hisense RB390N4WCE 8.0 Check Price
  6. 6 Samsung RB34C600ESA/EU SpaceMax 344L 8.0 Check Price
  7. 7 Beko CSG4582S 7.9 Check Price
  8. 8 LG NatureFRESH GBV3100DPY 7.9 Check Price
  9. 9 Samsung Series 6 RB38C636DB1/EU 7.9 Check Price
  10. 10 Bosch Series 6 KGE49AICAG 7.8 Check Price
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Hotpoint H5X 82O SX

The Hotpoint H5X 82O SX is a freestanding Total No Frost fridge freezer in Saturn Steel, with about 231L of fridge over 104L of freezer. 8.1 out of 10.

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How we score it

Every score here comes from our ranking model; no editor sets the order. We haven't read the review sites for this guide yet, so for now it is led by owners. It ranks products by how happy owners are, holding back any product few owners have rated until more agree. How many rated it and how new it is only settle close calls, and value for money earns its own badge rather than a higher place. We compared 19 models for this guide before settling on these ten.

Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in November 2026.

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