A 500L fridge is the ideal size for families of 4-5. Here are the best options available in Australia in 2025, covering French door, bottom mount, and side-by-side configurations.
Who Is a 500L Fridge For?
At 500 litres, you're in the sweet spot for a family of 4-5 people who cook at home regularly, do a weekly shop, and need enough space without paying for capacity you don't need. It's also popular for couples who entertain or buy in bulk.
Best 500L French Door Fridges
1. Samsung RF20A5101SR (508L French Door)
Samsung's most popular family French door fridge in this category. Features SpaceMax technology (thinner walls = more internal space), Twin Cooling Plus for independent fridge and freezer humidity control, and a Digital Inverter Compressor with 10-year warranty. Clean styling suits modern kitchens.
Approx. price (new): $1,599 – $1,899
Energy rating: 3.5 stars
2. LG GF-B590PL (591L French Door)
LG's flagship family French door fridge near the 500L mark. Features Linear Compressor (10-year warranty), DoorCooling+ for rapid cooling when door is opened, and Multi Air Flow system for even temperature distribution. Excellent reliability record.
Approx. price (new): $1,699 – $2,099
Energy rating: 3.5 stars
3. Fisher & Paykel RF522BRPX6 (519L French Door)
Fisher & Paykel's strong entry in this segment. Features ActiveSmart Foodcare technology, an impressive internal layout with the Active Cool back panel replacing wire shelving for more usable space, and New Zealand/Australian brand heritage. Well-regarded for longevity.
Approx. price (new): $1,799 – $2,299
Energy rating: 3.5 stars
Best 500L Bottom Mount Fridges
4. Westinghouse WBE5304SB (530L Bottom Mount)
Westinghouse's premium bottom mount at this capacity. Features FlexSpace flexible storage, SpillSafe shelves, and EvenTemp cooling. Competitive pricing for the capacity. Good choice for traditional kitchen layouts.
Approx. price (new): $1,299 – $1,599
Energy rating: 3.5 stars
5. Bosch KGN49XWEA (438L + 92L Freezer = 530L Bottom Mount)
Bosch's German engineering in a traditional bottom mount configuration. FreshProtect for extended freshness, SuperCooling for rapid cooling of new groceries. Best-in-class build quality at this price point.
Approx. price (new): $1,499 – $1,899
Energy rating: 4 stars
Certified Refurbished 500L Fridges
All the brands above are available as certified refurbished at Oceania Appliances at significantly lower prices, with our 3-month warranty. Refurbished 500L fridges typically sell for $600-$1,200 depending on brand and condition.
Find 500L Fridges at Oceania Appliances
Shop our full 500L fridge range at oceaniaappliances.com.au/collections/fridges. Free Sydney delivery and 3-month warranty on all refurbished models.