The Best Side-By-Side Refrigerators To Maximize Food Storage Space

Dimensions: 32.7 x 36.2 x 68.1 inches | Weight: 278 pounds | Capacity: 25.6 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Spacious interior
• Exterior water and ice dispenser
• Responsive temperature control

Cons:

• Ice maker takes up freezer space

This Frigidaire model offers a 25.6 cubic feet capacity that’s roomy enough to meet the needs of most households. It features the brand’s EvenTemp Cooling System that responds quickly to temperature shifts, so you don’t have to stress about food going bad when you restock groceries. Built-in crispers seal to lock out dry air, while adjustable gallon door bins and removable glass shelves allow you to customize your storage situation. There’s also an exterior dispenser for water and ice, so you can get a cold drink without interfering with your fridge’s interior temperature. Bright LED lighting makes it easy to see what’s inside. The fridge even offers a special filtration system to pull out up to 99% of contaminants that would otherwise lurk around your food.

Dimensions: 30.7 x 35.7 x 69.5 inches | Weight: 340 pounds | Capacity: 21.8 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel, slate | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Edge-to-edge shelving to maximize storage
• Fingerprint-resistant finish
• Advanced filtration removes trace pharmaceuticals from water and ice

Cons:

• Water filter sold separately

A countertop depth refrigerator allows you to seamlessly configure your fridge with your cabinets, so you don’t have to remodel your kitchen when upgrading your appliance. These are shallower than standard fridges, but this GE model manages to make good use of available space with adjustable glass shelves in the fridge and freezer. (Worth noting: The freezer has an extra-long shelf above the ice maker for added storage.) The fridge has smart features like temperature controls at the front—no need to reach around all your food to adjust the interior’s level of coolness—along with water filtration that removes trace pharmaceuticals from your water and ice. Electronic sensors keep tabs on your interior temperature and make adjustments accordingly.

Dimensions: 31.6 x 35.9 x 69.6 inches | Weight: 262 pounds | Capacity: 24.6 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel, biscuit, white | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Easy-to-use ice and water dispenser
• Wall-to-wall glass shelves
• Adaptive defrost in freezer

Cons:

• No open-door alarm

Grabbing a customizable glass of water is easy with this Whirlpool refrigerator. It offers the options of crushed or cubed ice, along with water dispensing. (There’s also a lock on this feature in case you’re concerned about tiny hands playing with it.) Wall-to-wall frameless glass shelves make it easy to see what’s inside, while electronic controls make it clear what your desired and current temperature is. On the freezer side, enjoy adaptive defrost to help prevent build-up. This appliance has hidden hinges and your choice of three finishes—including fingerprint-resistant stainless steel—for a sleek look.

Dimensions: 35.9 x 27.8 x 70.1 inches | Weight: 189.6 pounds | Capacity: 20.6 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Costs less than $1,200
• Spacious fridge and freezer compartments
• Sleek recessed handles

Cons:

• No ice maker
• Door bins aren’t adjustable

You’d never know that this Hamilton Beach refrigerator was a budget-friendly option based on its appearance. It has a modern appearance with recessed handles and a stainless steel finish, yet it retails for less than $1,200—a low price point for a side-by-side fridge. It doesn’t have a built-in ice maker or water dispenser, but you do recoup extra space inside the freezer for a total capacity of 7.42 cubic feet. The glass shelves inside the appliance are adjustable to suit your needs, but unfortunately, the door bins are fixed in their position. Still, it’s hard to beat the price for a well-made side-by-side refrigerator. 

Dimensions: 33.6 x 35.9 x 69.6 inches | Weight: 220 pounds | Capacity: 24.9 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Larger freezer area
• Wall-to-wall shelving
• Fingerprint-resistant exterior

Cons:

• No open-door alarm

An ice maker can be a polarizing feature: Not everyone wants the noise that can come with it and some prefer to use that space for other things. This Maytag fridge doesn’t have an ice maker, allowing you more freezer area to fill with your favorite frozen goods. The refrigerated side boasts adjustable gallon door bins, along with wall-to-wall glass shelving to customize your interior. There’s also a FreshLock crisper to keep your produce in top shape, along with a strongbox hinge to seal in cold air. The appliance’s sleek exterior is fingerprint-resistant to hide smudges and streaks.

Dimensions: 27.4 x 32.9 x 70.1 inches | Weight: 176 pounds | Capacity: 15.6 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel | Warranty: 2 year

Pros:

• Compact and lightweight
• Can be built into cabinetry

Cons:

• No ice maker

If you’re dealing with a tighter space, consider this Forno model. It’s just 27.4 inches deep and shy of 33 inches wide, making it a more petite appliance as far as refrigerators go. The fridge even weighs significantly less than others. This model isn’t overly fancy, but it still contains features most will enjoy, including LED lighting, one gallon door bins and adjustable shelving in both the fridge and freezer sides. The fridge also has clear pull-out drawers at the bottom to allow you to see what’s inside.

Dimensions: 33.4 x 35.9 x 70.2 inches | Weight: 296 pounds | Capacity: 27.1 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel, black stainless steel | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• See-through front panel
• Dual ice makers
• Wi-Fi connectivity

Cons:

• Doesn’t have a deli drawer

The LG InstaView is a far cry from the fridge most people grew up with. This game-changer features a smart panel that seamlessly switches from tinted to clear glass with two knocks, allowing you to quickly see what’s inside without opening the door. The fridge offers a roomy 27 cubic feet of space, along with little perks like the brand’s Craft Ice, which is designed to melt slower than standard cubes. Pocket handles, along with your choice of fingerprint resistant finishes, create a sleek exterior. Enjoy dual ice makers, so you never run out. There’s even a UV nano water filtration system that kills up to 99.99% of bacteria on the nozzle every 24 hours. This fridge syncs up to LG’s ThinQ app, allowing you to control the fridge and freezer temperature, make extra ice or run diagnostics, all from your phone.

Dimensions: 33.5 x 35.9 x 70 inches | Weight: 306 pounds | Capacity: 26.7 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel | Warranty: 5 year

Pros:

• Smart display on exterior
• Energy Star certified
• Longer-than-average warranty

Cons:

• No light on water/ice dispenser

This Samsung model has an incredibly unique feature many parents will appreciate: A built-in Family Hub, a smart element that allows you to share pictures and reminders, right on your fridge’s exterior. You can also stream music and even watch shows—on your fridge. The appliance itself has a roomy capacity, along with the brand’s All Around Cooling to ensure every item stays at your desired temperature. An in-door ice maker helps save shelf space in the freezer. The interior shelves and door bins are all adjustable to help you customize your space. This fridge comes in standard and counter depths.

Dimensions: 29.75 x 36 x 68.9 inches | Weight: 242 pounds | Capacity: 20.6 cubic feet | Color: Stainless steel, black stainless steel, black, white | Warranty: 1 year

Pros:

• Counter-depth design
• Fingerprint-resistant exterior
• Frameless shelves to maximize space

Cons:

• Somewhat noisy

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