Refrigerator reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 231 Reddit reviews across 18 subreddits and 54 posts to rank the best Refrigerator brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Appliances, r/BuyItForLife, r/ShopeePH, r/Costco, r/homeowners. Top-rated brands include Bosch (4.6/5), Whirlpool (4.3/5), GE (4.2/5).
Stats
Reviews231
Subreddits18
Posts54
Brands48
Products46
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#1
Bosch
4.6
(29)
"Check out Bosch, Miele or Liebherr"
"Bosch 800 Series"
"Bosch! Their dynamite refrigerators"
"800 series also has separate compressor / evap for fridge and freezer."
"Get a Bosch. They refrigerate so much better. No joke. 32 degrees keeps my produce and dairy and leftovers so fresh."
"Bosch 800 series has ice on freezer and water internally. It’s my fave fridge by far for many reasons."
"First is Bosch. No problems."
"Bought the Bosch 500 and absolutely love it."
"Bosch 800 series. Whatever you get, make sure it's counter-depth."
"I would go with Bosch."
#2
Whirlpool
4.3
(21)
"I've had great success with Whirlpool."
"I’ve had Whirlpool and Amana (also whirlpool) fridges in every house I’ve lived in for the last 20 years."
"Basic Whirlpool. Ours is reliable and keeps food cold. 100% recommended."
"My local repair guy says Whirlpool is best for reliability."
"The whirlpool fridge that came with the house, it’s still working today."
"We replaced our four year old LG with Whirlpool. It’s great, no issues."
"Just bought this whirlpool and it is great!"
"For reliability, Whirlpool and Maytag are your best bets."
"Sounds like a basic top mount Whirlpool or Amana would work well for you!"
"Works perfectly fine."
#3
GE
4.2
(19)
"So is ge profile"
"I love our GE Profile PVD28BYNFS. Never realized how much use we would get out of that middle drawer!"
"Have a ancient GE when they made them in The Hammer. No plastic, still working."
"My GE lasted forever, will likely be my next buy."
"I have a GE and I love it."
"It’s a great little fridge"
"I'd have to echo the GFE28 GE Fridge for the budget you have."
"I'd get the GFE28 GE fridge."
"GE. go simple, no Digital display, no indoor ice maker."
"GE Profile (so far)."
#4
LG
3.9
(20)
"I've got 3 refrigerators in this house. All LG. A 2010, 2018 and 2023. None of them have needed any maintaining that's abnormal."
"I like my LG thinq Fridge from Costco. It's been three plus years and no issues knock on wood."
"This is current version of the model we bought five years ago. It has been working very well for us."
"We love our LG."
"Haven't had any problems with them."
"Using LG (Korean origin) since 2006. Alhamdulillah, working perfectly."
"Get that LG that starts with LRTL it's a great fridge."
"I like LG as it was quiet and lasted me 12 years."
"I just bought a new LG with the redesigned compressor."
"Most recommended is LG 2nd is Panasonic."
#5
Liebherr
4.8
(12)
"Yes, it seems Liebherr is the best for people commenting here."
"I am a big fan of Liebherr for fridges and freezers."
"Liebherr is the best, don’t look anywhere else."
"Best brand is Liebherr."
"Liebherr, Siemens, Bosch, Electrolux."
"Liebherr for best reliability."
"For best longevity buy a Liebherr fridge."
"Liebherr ftw"
"I'd highly recommend liebherr."
"If I decide to buy quality, I will buy a Liebherr for about $2500"
#6
Samsung
2.8
(19)
"Just bought a Samsung bespoke today from Costco"
"New Samsung bespoke fridges are as good or better than a new Bosch"
"I love my Samsung French doors bottom freezer. Had it since 2018 and still going. Not an issue."
"I love it. We don't use the pitcher very much, so we empty it every couple of weeks so the water doesn't taste old."
"We have this one and I swear it is a thing of beauty."
"I love my Samsung fridge except for the ice maker. It’s never worked properly, never will. The rest of it though is wonderful."
"I’ve heard of Samsung being particularly bad but I personally have had great luck with a Samsung."
"I have the same Samsung fridge as you and the ice maker broke within a few months."
"The new bespoke line might even be more reliable, time will tell."
"I actually have this unit for 8 years. So far, no major issues."
#7
Panasonic
4.9
(10)
"Highly recommended."
"Condura/Panasonic"
"Panasonic or condura ftw👌"
"+1 sa Panasonic Econavi!"
"If given a choice, get the panasonic."
"I ended up with Panasonic because I like the bottom freezer."
"Panasonic Inverter Navi"
"Is reliable"
"Panasonic refs are built like a tank."
"We have had good luck with anything Panasonic."
#8
Frigidaire
3.9
(11)
"Frigidaire professional is excellent"
"I've have 2 Frigidaire fridges, one is about 12 years old, literally never had a problem"
"Replaced a Samsung that was nothing but problems with a Frigidaire after doing extensive research."
"Ours is an 08 and still running."
"Maytag or basic frigidaire unit should serve your needs just fine"
"I thought Frigidaire was good since my friend had one for 10 years."
"A top-freezer fridge with basic functionality and a solid reputation for durability."
"I’ve heard an appliance repairman recommend Frigidaire for refrigerators."
"It's a 2008, as basic as you can get."
"Make every effort to get a fridge that’s made by a company that focuses on appliances."
#9
Condura
4.8
(8)
"Condura talaga, pangmatagalan."
"Condura/Panasonic"
"Panasonic or condura ftw👌"
"I'd recommend Condura Inverter na direct-cooling type."
"Condura talaga plus plus for me"
"Condura the besttt."
"For me, it’s either Condura or Haier."
"One door lng pero inverter na like this one from Condura."
#10
Amana
4.7
(7)
"I bought an Amana in 2018. It's a side by side with an in door ice maker and a freezer ice bucket. I love it! No issues."
"I bought mine in 2018. It's a side by side with an ice maker. It has no issues at all."
"I bought an Amana fridge in 2018. It's a side by side with an ice maker in the door."
"I bought this fridge in 2018. It's a solid fridge that works great."
"I highly recommend it!"
"I bought an Amana side by side in 2018. It has an ice maker that I use daily."
"Amana -great, reliable refrigerators"
#11
Miele
4.3
(6)
"You'll not get a bad fridge if you buy a Miele."
"If you can afford it, Miele, Subzero, and Thermador should last significantly longer than the mainstream brands."
"Only buy a Miele fridge if you live in a population center, it took me 8 months to get a replacement when it was DOA. But I do like it"
"I think your best options for 30” under $5k are the following. Miele"
"You are better off getting Liebherr without paying extra for the Miele label."
"I like my Miele. You should add it to the list."
#12
Fisher & Paykel
4.3
(6)
"My thought was to spend a little more and hopefully have a long lasting reliable appliance."
"We're on our 2nd Fisher & Paykel (moved and decided to get the same, but bigger one). Haven't had any issues."
"I would first and foremost check out Fisher & Paykel"
"I had their most basic model in my old home and it’s been running without trouble for 20 years."
"We just got a Fisher-Paykel that fits your specs and is working well so far."
"Fischer Paykel, they make multiple models with no ice and water."
#13
Sub Zero
5.0
(4)
"I’m a big fan of Sub Zero and liebherr."
"Subzero is the best way to go."
"Subzero is the best way to go."
"The main brand I recommend for refrigerators is Sub Zero, build quality unmatched."
#14
Fujidenzo
4.0
(5)
"Fujidenzo for me."
"This one Fujidenzo 7 cu.ft. HD inverter."
"This small one"
"Capacity is just about right for you to stock groceries up to 2-3 weeks."
"Fujidenzo two-door personal refrigerator. Perfect for solo living."
#15
Sub-Zero
4.8
(4)
"SUBZERO. Worth the investment."
"Sub-Zero. Made in US, family owned company and they’ll last 20-30yrs. Worth the investment"
"We have a Sub Zero that was manufactured in 1994. They are worth every penny."
"Liebherr or Subzero."
#16
Maytag
4.3
(4)
"Maytag are your best bets."
"Maytag or basic frigidaire unit should serve your needs just fine"
"This Maytag. Simple, proven, reliable design and a decent price."
"American Freight is going out of business and has Maytags and Amana's throughout the country for cheap."
#17
Subzero
5.0
(3)
"If you have a large budget for this, absolutely go SubZero. They are built like a tank, will last easily 20 years."
"If you can afford it, Miele, Subzero, and Thermador should last significantly longer than the mainstream brands."
"Subzero"
#18
Costco
4.7
(3)
"Whatever you do get get it from Costco besides their price being probably lower they give you an extra year free of warranty"
"Costco without a doubt."
"It's Costco, just cover your butt with a warranty."
#19
Beko
4.7
(3)
"TWO DOOR BY BEKO!!"
"SIDE BY SIDE PROSMART INVERTER BY BEKO"
"I think your best options for 30” under $5k are the following. Beko"
#20
Haier
4.0
(3)
"For me, it’s either Condura or Haier."
"HAIER SINGLE DOOR — recommended based on your preference!!!"
"Maganda sya"
#21
Thermador
5.0
(2)
"We just got a thermador. It’s incredible."
"If you can afford it, Miele, Subzero, and Thermador should last significantly longer than the mainstream brands."
#22
Hitachi
4.5
(2)
"My Hitachi has been running 15 years without issue."
"Hitachi ✅"
#23
GE/Whirlpool
4.5
(2)
"GE has some crazy deals on fridges right now."
"Simplest Made in America GE or Whirlpool model that fits your location."
#24
GE Profile
4.5
(2)
"I'm partial to the GE Profile with internal water - it's a pitcher with spout on the inside of the door."
"They have a good reputation for reliability and performance."
#25
Sharp
4.0
(2)
"I suggest this - big"
"[sharp] or [fujidenzo]"
#26
PEL
2.5
(2)
"I recommend a Fridge, if you want for home."
"Had a really bad experience with after sales of PEL so I suggest look into some other company."
#27
Independent Appliance Dealer
5.0
(1)
"Find the small family run independent appliance dealer. Their prices are comparable with the big box stores and they don’t sell whatever’s trendy."
#28
GE Cafe
5.0
(1)
"Outside of them, I like GE Cafe and Profile a lot."
#29
Kitchen Aid
5.0
(1)
"Went Kitchen Aid (Whirlpool) for the kitchen appliances at the new house and so far no problems/complaints."
#30
GE Café
5.0
(1)
"I saved up for a GE Café counter depth fridge."
#31
Fhiaba
4.0
(1)
"I would look at a fairly unknown brand named Fhiaba. European made but very good quality refrigerators."
#32
Whirlpool, GE, Frigidaire
4.0
(1)
"For new, any top freezer US brands WHirlpool, GE, or frigidaire."
#33
KitchenAid
4.0
(1)
"I just bought a KitchenAid side by side, but it has yet to be delivered."
#34
Xtreme
4.0
(1)
"Ok din"
#35
Perlick
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had my Perlick for 6 years thus far. No issues."
#36
Cafe Appliances
4.0
(1)
"Cafe Appliances or EdgeStar"
#37
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"I got them both at Walmart, but the one I recommend for storing the unopened insulin though would be the smaller drink fridge."
#38
Marvel
4.0
(1)
"My Marvel is at least 20 years old. Still rocking."
#39
Jenn Air
4.0
(1)
"Very happy. It was a S tupid expensive hole to fill."
#40
Kitchen Aid/Maytag
4.0
(1)
"Maytag is under 2k at Costco."
#41
Insignia
4.0
(1)
"7 years and still works fine."
#42
Whirlpool/Frigidaire/Bosch
4.0
(1)
"Stick with simple models from companies like Whirlpool and Frigidaire."
#43
Mitsubishi Electric
4.0
(1)
"We are strongly considering a Mitsubishi Electric fridge."
#44
JennAir
4.0
(1)
"I have the JennAir version of this fridge, but the KA is more affordable."
#45
Cafe
4.0
(1)
"Our Cafe quad-door has been wonderful."
#46
Kenmore
4.0
(1)
"I bought a Kenmore a decade ago."
#47
General
3.0
(1)
"Avoid Korean brands. A 30" wide top freezer, or a 36" wide side by side."
#48
Dawlance
3.0
(1)
"There isn’t a single "best" refrigerator brand."
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