The 9 Best Refrigerators to Keep Your Food Fresh and Organized

ProsImpressive new cooling tech that preserves your food longer and uses less energyTouch-to-open door sensors make it easy to get inside the fridgeThe built-in pitcher with infuser gives water a boost of flavorConsLacks an exterior water and ice dispenserIf ensuring your food stays cool is at the top of your list when shopping for a refrigerator, then your best bet is investing in this four-door Samsung model. It's equipped with AI hybrid cooling, which essentially means using just electricity, sans refrigerant, via a semi-conductor-based component.This fridge automatically cools down to compensate for when you leave the door open too long. As a result, Samsung claims that meat and seafood are preserved a smidge longer, and your fridge’s overall power usage can be lowered by up to 10 percent.Beyond this cooling technology, the Samsung offers plenty of convenient features. The beverage center inside the left top door provides a tall water dispenser, a 48-ounce autofill water pitcher with infuser, and a removable nozzle for cleaning. The dual ice maker behind the bottom left door makes both ice cubes and ice spheres.The fridge’s doors open via gentle touch rather than forcing you to tug on handles, which is useful for when your arms are filled with groceries. You can also set the multi-pantry drawer for the correct cooling conditions to properly preserve fruit and veggies, beverages, or meat and fish.This Samsung counter-depth four-door has a generous 22.5 cubic feet of capacity and 13.8 percent more cooling capability than previous comparable Samsung models.Key Specs External Dimensions (H x W x D)70.25 x 35.75 x 28.75 in.Capacity (Refrigerator/Freezer)24 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserYes, interior water plus auto-fill pitcher; dual ice makerSpecial Temperature ZonesYesFinishesStainless Steel (fingerprint-resistant)ProsStorage capacity is more generous than that of other lower-priced models Available in five finishes, though other colors are more expensive Garage-ready (holds up in temperatures as low as 38 degrees)ConsLacks a freezer lightNo interior ice maker This GE fridge is about as basic and uncomplicated as it gets, which explains why it only costs around $800 after discount. What makes this fridge a bargain is its substantial 21.9 cubic feet of storage space, which is more than a majority of other entry-level top-freezer fridges we considered.One of its door shelves accommodates gallon jugs, and the included bins are modular to adjust to different jar, bottle, and container heights. Temperature controls are straightforward and easy to access on the roof of the fridge. It also includes a Sabbath mode to eliminate all the fridge’s electrical responses when the door is opened. Plus, it’s garage-ready.This model is available in five finishes, but any colors other than white add to the overall cost. It also lacks both a freezer light and an ice maker, which means you’re going to have to fill and empty trays somewhat regularly.But if you want to avoid an ice-making mess, you can buy an optional ice maker designed for this model, although it will occupy more than a third of your freezer space. (Or you could buy one of our favorite countertop nugget ice makers instead.)Key Specs External Dimensions66.36 x 32.75 x 34.5 in.Overall Capacity21.9 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserNoSpecial Temperature ZonesNoFinishesWhite, Stainless, Slate, Black Slate, BlackAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsMore storage capacity for less money than most other models we consideredIn-door water and ice dispenser accommodates taller containersThe roomier-than-normal freezer is perfect for those who frequently cook for a full householdConsThere’s no light for the in-door water and ice dispenserThis is one robust fridge for just $1,200. You get an impressive 27.4 cubic feet of total storage space in this full-depth Samsung stainless steel side-by-side, plus the interior ice maker is located in the door to create even more freezer shelf space.Aside from being roomy, this fridge includes a raft of both cooling and convenience features normally found on more expensive models. For instance, it instantly lowers the temperature of your fridge and freezer section to quickly bring recently purchased goods to their appropriate storage levels.The in-door water dispenser also dispenses both cubed and crushed ice, but it lacks a light, which makes it difficult to accurately fill a glass in a dark kitchen. There's an LCD panel on the inside of the fridge for monitoring refrigerator and freezer temperatures, ice maker filter status, and managing lock controls.Multi-vent cooling lowers the temp in every corner of the fridge, which prevents ice-infused liquids. While it lacks some of the fancier frills of some of our other, more expensive choices, this Samsung provides a lot of storage space, especially in its freezer, for a relatively low price tag.Key Specs External Dimensions70.16 x 35.88 x 33.5 in.Overall Capacity27.4 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserYes, in-door (cubed, crushed); interior ice makerSpecial Temperature ZonesNoFinishesStainless Steel (fingerprint-resistant), Black Stainless Steel (fingerprint-resistant)ProsGenerous interior space despite this model measuring just 33 inches wideBeing able to quickly grab snacks from the cool door-in-door also helps save a bit on a power billSimply knock on the door window to turn it from smokey to clear so you can see what’s inside without opening itConsThe deep basket freezer compartments means burrowing into a lot of cold packages to find what you wantIf it's even possible for a refrigerator to be entertaining, this French door LG does it and thankfully it doesn't skimp on functionality in the process. Right off the bat, you’ll notice a shaded window on the right door—just gently knock twice and it turns clear so you can take a peek inside. Then, grab the door just right, and a door within the main door opens with easy, quick access to snacks and drinks without letting all the cool air out from the main fridge compartment.If you’re tired of old-fashioned ice cubes, freshen drinks with Craft Ice, an interior ice maker that fashions slow-melting spheric ice modules. The exterior water dispenser also makes both crushed and cubed ice, and the dispenser/ice maker mechanism inside the left door is thin enough to accommodate three door bins.Unfortunately, the freezer is organized with deep, basket-style compartments, which makes it difficult to quickly find what you need in a pinch. But if you’re a frequent party host, the freezer really steps up the ice production, so you’re less likely to ever run out, even during a lively party.Key Specs Dimensions32.93 x 69.93 x 33.43 in.Overall Capacity24.5 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserYes, in-door, crushed and cube; interior dual ice makerSpecial Temperature ZonesNoFinishesStainless steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsWe like the dual exterior and interior ice maker and dispensersThe shelves and drawers are spacious and durableThere are side-by-side fridges with fancier features, but you'd be hard pressed to find a better deal than this Whirlpool model, considering its combination of capacity, extras, aesthetic appeal, and overall cooling excellence.This fridge has a spacious 28.7-cubic-foot-capacity and is equipped with both an extra tall exterior water and ice dispenser to accommodate all sizes of glasses, bottles, and pitchers. The interior ice bin is installed on the door to free up freezer storage space. There's a good variety of glass shelves inside, and they extend wall-to-wall to truly maximize all fridge and freezer space available.There is also a temperature management system that senses and adapts to keep food fresh. Special pantry and deli drawers maintain organization, too. If any foods have defrosted in between the grocery store and home, the freezer has a Fast Freeze option that quickly drops the temperature 10 degrees lower than the normal setting, so your foods can get back to fully frozen in a jiffy.Unfortunately, if you’re looking to match this fridge with your kitchen decor, it's available only in a “stainless” finish.Key Specs External DimensionsFull: 69.18 x 35.5 x 35.5 in.Overall Capacity28.7 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserYes, water/ice in-door; ice maker/bin inside freezerSpecial Temperature ZonesNoFinishesFingerprint-resistant stainlessProsThe included ice maker is appreciated, but we especially love the large ice storage binThe double-drawer freezer makes organizing and finding your frozen foods easierWe appreciate that this fridge maintains its interior chill temperature when the door is openThis fridge is Energy Star-rated, so it's more energy efficient than comparable modelsConsThe interior water filter is unusually large and occupies valuable storage spaceThis full-depth GE bottom freezer, which has been available since 2022, is still well-respected in its category, and it costs around $1000 less than it was at first launch. Its enduring popularity can likely be attributed to its 24.8-cubic-foot capacity that’s generous for this class of fridge, although the water filter is unusually bulky and takes up a little more cooling space than we would have liked.Fortunately, it includes an ice maker along with a larger-than-average storage bin—perfect for party preparation. A turbo cool setting automatically drops the internal temperature if the door’s been open too long. We also love the unique, horizontally-sliding snack drawer that easily moves across the fridge to make room for taller items below.Other nice features include touch temperature controls, an open door alarm, and a fingerprint-resistant stainless finish. And, as found on most top- or bottom-freezer models, the top door is reversible, so you can install it to swing open left or right.This model is also Energy Star-certified, meaning it meets strict standards set by the EPA and uses between 9 and 15 percent less energy than models that have not been rated. Key Specs External DimensionsFull: 69.88 x 34.75 x 32.75 in.Overall Capacity24.8 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserNoSpecial Temperature ZonesNoFinishesStainless steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsThis is the only fridge we found that transforms into all fridge or all freezerSince this fridge is designed for your garage, it’ll operate in nearly any outside temperature extremeConsIt lacks an ice makerYou don't have to purchase a separate fridge and freezer for your garage, as the Midea Flex serves both purposes. This garage-ready appliance functions as a conventional top fridge and bottom freezer, but both sections can be converted. Depending on your needs, this unit could be a two-compartment fridge or two-compartment freezer, easily controlled with an interior panel. Each compartment also has automatic defrost, and built-in drains when switching in between modes. For added flexibility, the doors open to the left or right when you use the included DIY hinge kit. The 50/50 Flex only has 20 cubic feet capacity (the smallest on our list), but that might not be a bad thing if you don't have a ton of garage space to spare, or you're just using a garage fridge to supplement your indoor fridge. It's a great option for storing extra dishes during the holidays or larger gatherings. Each freezer component has automatic defrost so you don't have to Since this it can be a full refrigerator, there’s no ice maker—you’ll have to use old-fashioned trays—but you can store ice in one of the drawers.Key Specs External Dimensions66.62 x 29.69 x 32.62 in.Overall Capacity20 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserNoSpecial Temperature ZonesYes; top and bottom sections convert to freezerFinishesStainless SteelProsBeing able to perform tablet-like activities on this smart fridge’s touch screen is a huge convenienceThanks to its internal camera, we can peek inside the fridge while we're at the supermarketWe like the beverage center for making flavor-infused beveragesConsThis model doesn’t produce crushed ice, disappointing considering its priceSamsung makes arguably the smartest fridges around, particularly with its Family Hub models that integrate seamlessly into smart home ecosystems. The right door of this appliance boasts a 32-inch vertical touch screen that provides access to recipes, shopping lists, ordering, and other food-related tasks. In addition to these functions, it acts a streaming interface and display for your kids’ school drawings or home videos. Inside, this fridge has a camera that recognizes and automatically labels 37 unobscured fresh food items such as fruits and vegetables, or you can do this manually. On the left side, there’s a double quick-access door. Behind that lives a beverage center designed with both a regular water dispenser and an auto-refill water pitcher with an infuser.Open its doors either manually or automatically by touching a sensor. To better preserve different types of food, one of the freezer drawers lets you set one of five different temperatures depending on what you’re storing. A dual ice maker makes both standard cubes and smaller “ice bits,” but not crushed ice. An internal camera lets you see what’s inside your fridge—or not—when shopping via the smartphone app, which also lets you monitor the fridge’s power usage.Key Specs External Dimensions70.25 x 35.75 x 34.25 in.Overall Capacity28.6 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserNo in-door; interior with auto-fill pitcherSpecial Temperature ZonesYesFinishesWhite glass, charcoal glass, matte black steelAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsThe right freezer compartment converts into extra refrigerator spaceThe interior dual water dispenser includes a pitcher that automatically refillsIf you’re a frequent party host, camper, or tailgater, you’ll love that the ice bin stores up to 12.5 lbs of cubesConsYou may be able to find more budget-friendly models with similar features GE Profile appliances are considered high-end within the GE family, sitting above standard GE appliances but below its relatively expensive Monogram line. To put it simply, you get luxury features without a large price tag by investing in this model.Inside the left of the four-door refrigerator is an auto-refillable water pitcher that doubles as a dispenser, and the bottom left freezer compartment contains roomy storage that holds a whopping 12.5 pounds of filtered ice. The bottom right can also function as a freezer, chiller, or fridge if you run out of space up top. This fridge doesn't have an exterior water dispenser, but it does have a built-in pitcher with advanced filtration inside the left door. The door-in-door with rotating bin is a standout feature for us, too.From a design POV, you get a smooth stainless steel exterior door finish with sleek handles, and the interior is highlighted by silver shelf and drawer trim handles, and an LED light wall. If you want to take advantage of smart features, the fridge has built-in Wi-fi and compatibility with the SmartHQ app for a fully customizable experience. Key Specs Dimensions69.8 x 35.6 x 34 36.75 in.Overall Capacity28.3 cu. ft.Water/Ice DispenserNo in-door; interior built-in water pitcher and single ice makerSpecial Temperature ZonesYesFinishesStainless steelStewart Wolpin, based in New York City, has been writing about, reporting on, and reviewing consumer technology for nearly 40 years. He also serves as the unofficial historian for CTA (Consumer Technology Association), the trade group that produces the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which he has attended and covered since 1984. He is also a huge Beatles fan and a METS season ticket holder. Amber is a Reviews Editor with bylines on Popular Mechanics, Runner’s World, Bicycling, and Best Products sites. Specializing in kitchen gadgets, small appliances, lifestyle, and consumer tech, she brings hands-on testing and a detail-oriented approach to every review. In her free time you can likely find her trading trinkets at an EDM festival, searching for hidden gems at thrift stores, or cuddling with her two cats.