When you open your fridge, do you feel inspired? Tech titan Samsung aims to make that a regular feeling with its collection of mid-end refrigerators that boast some of the most cutting-edge features available on the market. Whether it’s connecting with a fridge in a whole new way or the enjoying the latest food preservation technology that allows you to savor farmers’ market hauls longer, Samsung is driven to revolutionize the modern refrigerator experience. Follow along in this buying guide, including a pick of the best Samsung refrigerator across eight unique categories.
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Pricing of Samsung Refrigerators
Our Best Samsung Refrigerator Picks
Samsung is synonymous with progress and technology — two facets that were once exclusive to home electronics — but now, it’s a major factor in the brand’s role as a key player in the major appliances industry today. Samsung’s success is largely credited to its products that are designed to go beyond their basic functions and reimagine how housework is done around the home.
When it comes to Samsung refrigerators, those forward concepts showcase best with features like Family Hub, an interactive touch screen that serves as a connected interface to send memos, check food stock, and even order groceries, all from a single platform. Samsung complements its tech-savvy side with an equally impressive array of style choices that are unique to the brand. The latest poster child is its line of the Samsung BESPOKE refrigerators with two or four fully customizable front panels that can be mixed, matched, and personalized to any taste.
While we get excited over fantastic products (it’s our job as experts!), we’re not the only ones raving about Samsung’s inventive spirit.
Special Accolades:
- ✅J.D. Power #1 in Customer Satisfaction for side by side and French door models
- ✅U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2020 Energy Star Emerging Technology Award
- ✅ 2019 Best of Innovation Honoree for Software and Mobile Apps: Family Hub
Samsung Refrigerator Types
The complete Samsung refrigerator lineup satisfies the needs of every shopper, whether it’s design or budget (more on that below). On the simpler side of the spectrum, shoppers can explore classic top-freezer and bottom-freezer models, plus side by side Samsung refrigerators for a boost of style and function. However, Samsung truly shines with its diverse selection of French door refrigerators available in 3-door and 4-door models, as well as a 4-door Flex refrigerators that feature four distinct chambers, including one that can be switched between fridge and freezer settings.
Capacities range from a modest 11.3 cubic feet on apartment fridges and full-size models starting at 21 cubic feet and up to a massive 29 cubic feet of storage.
How Much Do Samsung Fridges Cost?
The good news is you don’t have to budget much to get some of the best features Samsung has to offer in its lineup of refrigerators. Take the brand’s entry model, for example. Valued at $799, this Samsung top-freezer refrigerator is loaded with perks, from a FlexZone compartment with adjustable temperature control, to Twin Cooling Plus, a dual-climate system that ensures the freezer and fridge chamber independently maintain optimum food storage settings. If you want to upgrade to one of Samsung’s more “techy” models, be prepared to shell out a little more.
With the rise of connected appliances, the kitchen has become a battle of the brains: Samsung versus LG. Both makers are neck-to-neck when it comes to selection, each offering over 40 models to choose from. However, while LG smart fridges start at $1,899, Samsung provides a more affordable entry model valued around $1,299. For those who have a bigger budget and yearn for all the bells and whistles, consider Samsung’s premium Wi-Fi connected refrigerator priced at $6,999.
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Samsung Refrigerator Features
- FlexZone Drawer: Exclusive to 4-door French door models, this extra drawer offers four unique temperature settings and an adjustable Smart Divider for simple food organization.
- Family Hub: Empower the function of your kitchen with this built-in tablet that enables users to stream media, including step-by-step recipes, create memos and calendars, and check inventory with three built-in cameras.
- Twin Cooling Plus: Independent evaporators in the freezer and refrigerator provide precise storage settings for fresh and frozen foods.
- Triple Cooling System: for 4-door FlexZone refrigerators three evaporators
- Ice Max: Use this setting the enjoy up to 8.8 pounds a day, ideal for parties and gatherings.
- Food Showcase: This embedded door that provides quicker access to common items without the need to open the entire door.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Depending on the model, Samsung connected refrigerators let you monitor, program, and even review inventory with built-in cameras all from a personal smart device.
Our Top Samsung Refrigerator Picks
By bringing innovation into the kitchen, these eight Samsung refrigerators prove to be valuable tools for modern homeowners. With a one-of-a-kind combination of technology and craft, these high-performance fridges are some of the best refrigerators available in our catalog.
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Best Overall: Samsung 22.2 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator-RF22R7551SR
When it comes to reimagining the function of the modern fridge, this Samsung touchscreen refrigerator does it flawlessly. Samsung Family Hub provides an all-in-one interface to manage schedules, buy groceries online, set reminders, check food inventory, and more, all with remote operation and voice commands using Bixby Voice 2.0. The innovation continues with the addition of a FlexZone Drawer that includes four preset temperature settings, plus Twin Cooling Plus and a built-in water and ice dispenser for added cool factor. A counter-depth fit that offers 22 cubic feet of storage and Energy Star rated performance solidify this as an overall winner every new-age home needs.
Best Value: Samsung 22 Cu. Ft. French Door Refrigerator-Stainless Steel-RF220NCTASR
Maximize how you store your food inside this 22-cubic-foot Samsung French door refrigerator. Two pantry-style doors open with full access to fresh contents and produce, while a slide-out freezer drawer places items in clear and easy view. Enjoy stocking up all your favorites on spill-proof shelves, door bins, and humidity crispers all with Energy Star-certified performance that takes preservation to another level.
Best Luxury: Samsung 22 Cu. Ft. Capacity Counter Depth Refrigerator-Fingerprint Resistant Black Stainless Steel-RF22N9781SG
Want even more flexibility when it comes to organizing groceries? This Samsung 4-Door Flex refrigerator makes it a cinch by providing four individual storage compartments, including a FlexZone chamber that can be used as either a fresh or frozen food area. The Triple Cooling System ensures every section is maintained at optimum temperatures, and with Samsung Family Hub, keeping track of fluctuations is simpler than ever with wireless monitoring from a personal smart device. Other perks this touchscreen fridge offers are three built-in cameras that let you view the interior, even while you’re at the store, voice commands, and app syncing that connects to your home’s network for easy management of lights, home cameras, and media, all from this fridge.
Best French Door: Samsung 27.8 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator-RF28R7351SR
This Samsung French door refrigerator is a beauty full of pleasant surprises that help you organize food with better efficiency. That includes a Showcase Door that opens a hidden panel for quick access to favorites without releasing cold air from the main fridge. Below, a FlexZone Drawer provides versatility to switch up between freezer and refrigerator settings for an extra boost of capacity depending on your storage needs. Equipped with Twin Cooling Plus, humidity-controlled crispers, gallon bins, and Wi-Fi enabled programming, this smart refrigerator is a full package of convenience and quality.
Best Counter Depth: Samsung 23 Cu. Ft. Counter Depth 4-Door Flex™ Refrigerator-Fingerprint Resistant Black Stainless Steel
Enjoy a new take on design with this Samsung counter depth refrigerator featuring 4-door Flex innovation to get creative with food storage. Do more with 23 cubic feet of capacity by using the FlexZone as an adaptable space for either frozen or fresh foods. Additional adjustable shelves and crisper drawers simplify organization while the Triple Cooling System ensures every zone stays at optimum climates for peak freshness.
Best Side by Side: Samsung 27.4 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Standard Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator-RS27T5200SR
From top to bottom, this Samsung side by side refrigerator was designed to efficiently store your foods with an easy-to-use layout that places everything within sight. In all, 27.4 cubic feet of capacity with an adjustable top shelf, multiple gallon door bins, and fresh food drawers provide the liberty to stock up to 10 percent more items than similar side by side models. The inclusion of an in-door water dispenser adds a touch of luxury, while a fingerprint-resistant finish makes sure quick fill-ups are accompanied by accidental smudges and handprints.
Best with Ice Maker: Samsung 22.4 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator-RF22R7351SR
Whether you roll out the FlexZone Drawer with adjustable temperature settings or open the hidden Showcase door to grab a quick snack, this Samsung 4-door smart refrigerator is full of handy storage solutions for all your favorites. Enjoy Ice Max, the Samsung refrigerator ice maker capable of producing 4.8 pounds to keep up with all your entertaining needs, plus an AutoFill water pitcher for a touch of production value. Keep items clearly stocked with adjustable shelves and crisper drawers kept at precise settings thanks to Twin Cooling Plus technology.
Best Bottom Freezer: Samsung 11.3 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Bottom Freezer Refrigerator-RB10FSR4ESR
This Samsung bottom freezer refrigerator is proof that great things come in compact packages. A slim, 24-inch profile with recessed handles makes this model a great addition to apartments while still providing considerable shelving and bins storage to accommodate the needs of households with fewer members. Enjoy all-around cooling that keeps fruits, veggies, and proteins fresh all while working under an Energy Star rated power rating.
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Furnishing your kitchen with the latest food preservation technology is simple and stylish with a model from the Samsung refrigerator line. From one-of-a-kind designs, to exclusive features, Samsung proves once again why it’s a home appliance leader of today and tomorrow.
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