Subcold Ltd

Standard delivery is free on most Subcold items to mainland UK addresses. Orders placed by 2pm (Mon–Fri) are normally dispatched the same working day; DPD usually takes 1–2 working days and Evri 1–3. These are estimates, not guarantees.

Paid Next Working Day (£4.95) and Saturday (£9.95) delivery are offered on eligible items and postcodes at checkout. Empire items are usually delivered the next working day; exact options and times are shown at checkout. For other partner-supplied items, delivery options and times are shown at checkout. We don't currently deliver to the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man. See our shipping policy.

Larger Subcold fridges and freezers, generally over 31kg, are delivered by Furdeco's two-person arranged delivery service.

• Furdeco will contact you by SMS or phone to book a delivery date, usually 2–5 working days after dispatch.
• The Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Wight can take up to 10 working days and carry a £99 remote-area charge, shown at checkout. Some offshore island postcodes can't be served for large items.

Please give a valid mobile number at checkout. Read large-item delivery details.

You can return unwanted items within 30 days of delivery. For orders placed between 1 November and 25 December 2026, unwanted gifts can be returned until 31 January 2027 (or 30 days from delivery, if later). Items should be unused, with all accessories and the original packaging where possible. You pay the return postage for change-of-mind returns, and personalised items can't be returned unless faulty.

Please start your return at our Help Centre before sending anything back. Faulty items are covered by your statutory rights. Read our returns and cancellation policy.

All Subcold and Barcool appliances come with a 12-month Subcold warranty from delivery, including Refurbished/Graded items. This is in addition to your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015.

Empire products are made and supplied by Empire Supplies and carry the manufacturer's warranty. Other partner-brand items may also carry their manufacturer's warranty, so check the product page. Read warranty information.

We'll put it right. If it arrives damaged, please tell us as soon as possible, ideally within 48 hours, so we can log a carrier claim; this doesn't limit your statutory rights. If a fault appears within 30 days of delivery, you can choose a refund, replacement or repair.

Report it through our Help Centre with your order and serial number. Photos help us sort it faster.

It depends on the model and cooling type. Fanless Barcool BAR minibars run at 22–25dB, while compressor and fan-cooled models are louder. Check the dB rating on each product page before you buy, especially for a bedroom or office.

Compare models in our quiet fridge guide.

Only some models are suitable. The Eco35F, Eco60F and Eco90F freezers are suitable for unheated garages, and the Apex70 and Apex95 beer fridges can be used outdoors in a dry, sheltered spot (IPX4 splash-resistant). Most other fridges are for indoor use, so check the climate class on the product page or ask our team.

See our outdoor fridges and garage and shed guide.

Yes. Genuine shelves and spare parts are on our spare parts page. Can't find yours? Contact our team with your model number.

User manuals and technical information for current models are on our product manuals page.

Start with what you want to keep cold, where it will go and how quiet it needs to be. Quick pointers:

• Beer and drinks: the Super, Cave and Aire ranges. See all beer fridges.
• Quiet bedroom or office: the Cave50 compressor fridge (39dB) or fanless Barcool BAR minibars (22–25dB).
• Skincare and small spaces: the Classic4, Pro4 and Pro6, which run on mains or USB. See skincare fridges.
• On the move: the Pro10 and Pro15 (mains or 12V), or Roam car fridges.
• Garage freezers: Eco35F (small), Eco60F (midsize) or Eco90F (bulk).
• Outdoors: the Apex70 and Apex95, in a dry, sheltered spot (IPX4 splash-resistant).
• Wine: Viva wine fridges, Integra for fitted kitchen gaps, or compact Barcool Vino. See all wine coolers.
• Larger capacity: the Maxi250 tall drinks fridge or the Ace range.

Compare models in our complete fridge buying guide. Still unsure? Use the chat or call 01506 440557 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm).

Compressor fridges cool more strongly and hold a set temperature even in a warm room; you may hear a soft hum as the compressor switches on and off. Thermoelectric fridges have no compressor, so they are very quiet with little vibration, but they cool relative to the room, so they suit indoor rooms at a steady temperature.

Read thermoelectric vs compressor fridges explained.

We don't recommend it. Freestanding fridges release heat from the back and sides, so enclosing them can make them overheat, run constantly and fail early. For a fitted kitchen gap, choose a front-venting built-in model such as the Integra30 or Integra60, and always follow the clearances in the manual.

See our built-in vs freestanding fridge guide.

Look for a low dB rating on the product page. Quiet options:

• Quietest: fanless Barcool BAR minibars (22–25dB).
• Colder drinks: the low-noise compressor Cave50 (39dB).
• Skincare on a dressing table: the Classic4, Pro4 and Pro6 (mains or 5V USB). See skincare fridges.

Read our quiet fridge guide.

• Unheated garages: the Eco35F, Eco60F and Eco90F freezers.
• Outdoors: the Apex70 and Apex95, in a dry, sheltered spot (IPX4 splash-resistant).
• Cool boxes: for picnics, camping and days out. The Euro30 is an electric cool box and warmer (30L, 12V car or 240V mains). No power needed: Chilly28 and Chilly30 (wheeled) come with two ice packs; Master24 (23L) and Master38 (36L, wheeled) are heavy-duty with up to 48 hours’ ice retention; Mobi45 and Mobi70 are large wheeled boxes. See all cool boxes.

Most other models are for indoor use. Read our garage guide.