Preferred Refrigerator Type (stove, colors, price, standard)

[city living]

My first priority would buy something I personally would like.

For me, that would be French Door, but I cannot fit one in my kitchen.

Thus, I am going for a counter-depth, freezer on-the-bottom when we renovate. It works best for my space and aside from aesthetics, I am all about function.

[karen_s]

For me, the side-by-side is the best option. We need the most cubic feet of space due to 6 people in house, half of whom are huge eaters. If I don't go large, would need to add another small fridge or chest freezer to add enough space, which would run up the utility bills.

I only shop the local appliance stores. They service what they sell here and are extremely prompt about service calls. For something like a fridge, this is a necessity for me. I also look for "scratch and dent" models and my latest has no icemaker or water dispenser - since many people look for those, I got a heckuva deal for being willing to go without one. A Brita pitcher and some ice cube trays work just fine for my crew.

You can use this handy tool from the Energy Star website to compare models or see how much a new fridge would save you in utility costs: ENERGY STAR Refrigerator Calculator : ENERGY STAR

[JD59]

I like the Side by Side refrigerator with the ice maker in the door type.

[ebbe]

If you consider side by side, check out the different manufacturer's models. I think mine has good space in the fridge section but I've seen others that seem to not make good use of the space.

[aquietpath]

I have a side by side and really hate it. The freezer side is so narrow you can't even put a boxed pizza in it, without sliding it in on an angle. A large turkey barely fits. I'm currently renting, so I'm stuck with it. Would never buy one if I had the choice.

[fallingwater]

We bought a french door last year on Black friday. We really like it. I also like side by sides.

[Nell Plotts]

Originally Posted by Pitt Chick

What you should prefer is what works for YOU!

For us, the French door bottom freezer is perfect.

Me too! Love ours.

[UsernameAlreadyTaken]

I bought a standard top-freezer for $600 (on sale from $800) last fall when we bought our house. It cost half of what the cheapest french door model would cost, and is energy-star rated. It is black, not SS, but it does have a decent icemaker. I would hate myself if I had paid a ridiculous amount of money for anything else.

[davebarnes]

Originally Posted by aquietpath

I have a side by side and really hate it. The freezer side is so narrow you can't even put a boxed pizza in it, without sliding it in on an angle.

We own one because we neded something in the new house and were not paying attention.
I also hate it.

[emm74]

My side by side has a vertical slot alongside of the icemaker where you can put a frozen boxed pizza. I don't use it very often as I'm more likely to freeze individually wrapped slices of regular pizza but I've used a few times.