Bosch : B22CS30SNS 22 cu. ft. Linea Series Side by Side Refrigerator - Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)The delivery people dropped this off, and we unplugged it almost immediately due to a high pitched, headache-inducing noise when the compressor comes on (verified by visitors to our home). The service person from our vendor came the next day, agreed upon the noise and thought there was an issue with the compressor. He had our salesperson replace our refrigerator with another new one. The new one had the same problem, so we contacted Bosch directly and they sent their representatives out. They could not find an issue with it. Our vendor's service person came out again and called his Bosch representative, who noted a similar problem with a prior model and suggested replacing a board. The board was replaced, but the problem persists. Bosch and our service person had no alternative solutions and we are now returning the refrigerator altogether.
We purchased several other Bosch appliances at the same time (dishwasher, stove, washer, dryer) and found them all to be great; sturdy and quiet. We are extremely disappointed and unsure what we will end up buying. The only other Bosch refrigerators available to us are in the same series (we have 300, 500 and 800 appear to be the same except for more features) so we are afraid they will have the same problem and are looking at other manufacturers.

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Proof Bosch do not leave good ideas on the shelf. They are the shelves. EasyLift shelves and door bins help make food storage and access a snap, with flexible adjustments that allow you to easily modify the space inside your refrigerator. But convenience is just one of the reasons their refrigerators are as cool and fresh as the food that's put in them. Style is another. Their counter-depth line offers energy-efficient technology with the stylish appearance of a built-in look, making Bosch refrigerators easy on the eyes - and the electricity bill. The greatest quality. And the height of environmental awareness. What you do in the spotlight isn't the measure of your quality, substance or responsibility. What you do when no one is watching is what truly counts. Since 1886, Bosch engineers have pushed themselves - not to meet your expectations, but exceed them. With superior engineering that continually redefines quality. Appliances that do their jobs so well, they seem to have a mind of their own. Yet remain mindful of the world at large and their impact on the environment. To others, this might seem contradictory. To Bosch, it's their reason for being. Evey day, they challenge themselves to deliver superior appliances and greater efficiency - without compromising one for the other. They combine sleek, smart design and practical innovations that use less energy. Less water. And more recyclable materials. Not because the world demanded it. But because they believe it should. After all, it's more than their job. It's their responsibility. Free standing counter-depth models The new Bosch Linea counter-depth refrigerator is perhaps the most beautiful combination of high-convenience technology, superior food preservation and intelligent design ever made. With easy installation and sleek design, the Linea double-door space marvel sets ground-breaking standards and proves t...

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Electrolux : EI23CS55GS 22.5 cu. ft. Side by Side Refrigerator w/IQ-Touch - Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)This refrigerator looks beautiful. It will grace your kitchen with beauty.
BUT, here is a list of my problems w/ the fridge:
1-Water dispenser: our fridge water dispenser worked great for about 6 months. Then, from one day to the next, the water dispenser ceased functioning. I changed the filter (as the owners manual specified to do). Which was a $55 fix (the filters aren't especially cheap). That didn't work. Turns out the water line in the door runs too close to the inside of the freezer and it freezes solid. The only fix is a new door. We got a new door on Christmas eve, and by 1/2 the water line was frozen again. It's a design flaw.
2-Love the glass shelves, but don't put your milk gallons on them. We have a number of scratches on the shelf where we put the milk. Putting milk in the door is very awkward for me.
3-The chill drawer freezes stuff - regardless of the temp set. It's the one in the middle that looks like a cold cut drawer - it's not. It will freeze cans of soda (a mistake on my part) and they can explode in there and make a big, hard to clean mess. No matter the temp setting I select for this drawer, it freezes everything. I've limited what goes in that drawer to alcoholic beverages (that won't freeze). So I lose the space of an entire drawer.
4-Bottom (veggie/crisper) drawers do not come out. Can't wipe out the back. Doesn't get messy down there too much, but it's something I like to do periodically. Frustrating.
Am currently waiting for another tech to come out and look at the door. But no matter how many times they come out, the water dispenser will freeze solid again and again because of said design flaw.
All that being said, the freezer does freeze, the fridge also refrigerates. But for the huge amount of $$ spent on the fridge, the functionality issues make me crazy. Could have saved a lot of $$ and gotten a plain fridge that does just the same thing. I would definitely not buy one again, nor would I suggest them to anyone I know to purchase. There have been multiple service calls about the fridge.
I had such high hopes for this fridge - and frankly I feel duped. Thought for the $$ that it would be great. At the time of purchase I couldn't find any reviews on it (Jan of 2009). Hopefully this will help you in your selection. I just wanted it to do what it was supposed to do.

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Electrolux is a world leading international appliance company. They are a part in the daily life of hundreds of millions of families around the world. Each year, some 40 million consumers in more than 150 countries choose their products. In addition, they help hundreds of thousands of professional users manage and develop their businesses with their solutions for professional food service and commercial laundry. Most Usable Capacity Most usable space inside, same space on the outside, so you?ll have space for everything from party platters and beverages to kids' snacks and juice boxes. IQ-Touch(TM) Controls For those who like to have their options always visible, the IQ-Touch(TM) control panel displays the virtually endless options. Wave-Touch(TM) Controls One simple touch and the control panel activates. After you make your choices, options will fade away, returning to an uncluttered display. PureAdvantage(TM) Air & Water Filtration Keeps clean, filtered air circulated throughout to prevent odor transfer while ensuring fresh, clean ice and water at your fingertips. Luxury-Design(TM) Lighting Our ramp-up designer lighting is as beautiful as it is functional. Luxury-Design(TM) Glass Shelves All-glass shelves crafted for exceptional beauty and featuring Luxury-Glide(TM) rack system that extends smoothly. Luxury-Glide(TM) Crispers Drawers Drawers smoothly glide out and keep produce fresh with adjustable humidity control and minimal temperature variation. Luxury-Glide(TM) Crispers (Refrigeration) Drawers smoothly glide out and keep produce fresh with adjustable humidity control and minimal temperature variation.

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Fisher & Paykel : E522BRXU Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (Right Hinge) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought my house, and found that the previous owners had done their own kitchen remodel which left a really strange size cutout for the fridge. It took me weeks to find this one which (as far as I can tell) is the only counter depth and narrow refrigerator. Anyway, it is a good fridge. No complaints. The fridge is cool looking, but the only reason that I can think someone would buy this one is for size. If you aren't restricted by size, I would look at a wider fridge.
Good things to know... There is an inline water filter (works good, easy to change), ice maker doesn't take up too much room, the fridge is counter depth (they don't advertise it as such but you can tell by the dimensions and the back is flat). The inside is small but the fridge doesn't look freakishly small. Oh, the ice maker is temperamental; it doesn't bother me but if you love ice this could be a problem.
Almost no one carries these; if you need to "see" it I found a Samsung at the big box retailers that is about the same size. If more than two people live in your house, or you like to buy big soda bottles, etc., maybe take a peek at something with similar dimensions before you buy.

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With a Fisher & Paykel appliance you gain the benefit of 70 years of appliance innovation. Established in 1934 with an enterprising spirit, Fisher & Paykel has developed an innovative culture that challenges conventional appliance design. Rethinking how to store and preserve food, Fisher & Paykel was on a mission when it created Active Smart, an advanced refrigeration system. Active Smart uses unique electronic intelligence to continuously monitor and adapt its cooling conditions, adjusting the flow of cold air based on daily use and climate conditions. So it's not working overtime or under par, just smarter and more efficiently. Even the produce bins provide maximum care. Humidity controls keep lettuce green, herbs garden-fresh and fruit crisp for up to two weeks. What about the homemade gazpacho in the refrigerator, or the just churned ice cream in the freezer? Independent sensors accurately monitor temperatures in both compartments to maintain the safest most precise temperature. Active Smart technology has been given a new addition, an integrated water dispenser providing you with chilled filtered water and an internal ice maker for clean, crisp ice cubes on demand. With no impact on space in the freezer or refrigerator door, this is the perfect addition to the Active Smart family.

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KitchenAid KFCS22EVMS Architect II Series Energy Star Counter Depth French Door Review

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(More customer reviews)I want to hug this thing every morning! But I won't- that way lies madness. Besides, I don't think DH would like it. Why am I so happy? Because..I had a 25 year old, noisy Sub Zero for which I could no longer find parts. It had to go. Unfortunately, we had remodeled the kitchen around it. So I thought I was stuck with another Sub Zero. Why do I say "stuck"? Aren't Sub Zeros the very best? Well, call me a rube , but to me it was essentially a shinier, shallower, taller, louder version of my cheap Sears fridge in the basement. Not to mention that a new Sub Zero costs over $8000, for Pete's sake!
What to do? Enter the KitchenAid counter depth French door fridge. Fantastic. For about $6000 less I have a fridge that takes up less space but has more room inside.(It's magic!) The counter depth fits perfectly in the space where the Sub Zero loomed. The KitchenAid is pretty and quiet and well organized on the inside. Now I have a new, quiet, (did I mention quiet?) fridge with more room inside. It has an interior filtered water dispenser, an excellent deli drawer,(wide and shallow so you can see everything) see -thru veggie bins, and even a neat little scoop in the ice bin. The doors open and close independently of one another. I also like having two smaller doors instead of one heavy door. The water filter is within easy reach in the top of the fridge.
The freezer is also well organized. The ice bin can be rolled out of the way to make use of the space beneath. The freezer also has bins which might , for example, keep melted Popsicle goo from leaking all over the freezer and the floor and the ceiling beneath. Just in case.
AND my cabinet maker is going to put a new shelf in the space that opened up over the KitchenAid. (The Sub Zero was 12" inches taller). I finally have a place to store those huge trays my mother gave me for Christmas. More fridge taking up less space for less money- what's not to like?

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DimensionsCabinet Height: 70 7/8"Depth: 30 1/8"Depth Including Handles: 30 1/8"Height Including Hinge Cap: 71 7/8"Width: 35 5/8"Depth (Less Door): 24"CapacityFreezer Compartment Capacity: 5.5 cu. ft.Total Capacity: 21.8 cu. ft.Refrigerator Compartment Capacity: 16.3 cu. ft.PerformanceEnergy Star Qualified: YesTemperature Management System: FreshChillFreezer FeaturesFreezer Baskets: NONERefrigerator FeaturesAdjustable Door Bins: 2Humidity-Controlled Crisper: ClearVue FreshSealWater Dispenser: Yes, InteriorControlsTemperature Control: Up-FrontElectrical RequirementsRequirements: 15 or 20 Ampere, 115 Volts, 60 Hertz (1/second). Fused Electrical Supply is Required. Grounded Circuit is Required. A Time-Delay Fuse or Circuit Breaker and Separate Circuit is Recommended.

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Samsung : RSG257AARS 24 cu. ft. Counter Depth Side by Side Refrigerator - Real Stainless Review

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(More customer reviews)This model is newer inside than the larger, non-counter depth model RS275ACRS. I returned that model to get this one and am very glad I did.
1. This model has interior LED lights when you open the refrigerator instead of the hotter old bulbs like the 275.
2. I am somewhat compulsive about temperature control. I have two precision thermometers, one in the fridge and one in the freezer compartment. On the RS275ACRS, the temperatures were nowhere near what the external display was reporting them as. On this model, however, the refrigerator is usually within 0.2 deg F of the reported temperature (at coldest setting of 34F, thermometer reports 34.1 whereas the 275 would be all over the place, never lower than 37 or so). In the freezer, this model is rock solid at -10 F when the external display is -14 F. I consider this excellent, as most freezers can't get this low. The 275 was lucky to get to -7 F with the display at -14 F. And yes, I allowed plenty of calibration time and took multiple readings over weeks. So, in my testing anyway, they have definitely upgraded the innards since the 275.
3. This model has the icemaker on the freezer door, not hogging the upper shelves of the freezer, which I love.
4. It is, obviously, slightly shallower than the RS275ACRS, but the markedly improved performance is well worth it to me.
5. Fridge very quiet.
6. External display slightly improved vs RS275ACRS.

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Electrolux EI26SS55GS 25.9 cu. ft. Side by Side Refrigerator w/IQ-Touch - Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)I actually have the EI26SS65GS which only differs slightly with the touch controls.
The high point of this refrigerator that makes it stand out from the crowd is that it is fully constructed in stainless steel while the others just have stainless steel cladding in the front but not on the sides.
This makes for a handsome refrigerator since this is not a counter depth model so the sides show.
Both freezer and refrigerator interior has ample storage. The interior lights have a nice effect of being initally dim at first and then fully brightens up.
A good point is the vacation mode you can set that saves electricity by not turning on the defrosting cycle when you are away.
My only grievance is the the design of the ice dispenser which delivers the ice (both cubes and crushed) which such force and intensity that the ice is spilled all over the floor and a clean up is always necessary. My 4 year old kid is so afraid to use it.
The delivery men do not install the water dispenser hose so I had to do it myself and it was somewhat of an effort threading it properly. I mis-threaded the first hose and had to buy an aftermarket replacement at $7. It seems that the original hose is hard to find item.
For the $2,500 we paid for it, we expected that the Ice dispenser flaw would have been discoverd and remedied before production.
FYI: unit made in Mexico.

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Electrolux is a world leading international appliance company. They are a part in the daily life of hundreds of millions of families around the world. Each year, some 40 million consumers in more than 150 countries choose their products. In addition, they help hundreds of thousands of professional users manage and develop their businesses with their solutions for professional food service and commercial laundry. Most Usable Capacity Most usable space inside, same space on the outside, so you?ll have space for everything from party platters and beverages to kids' snacks and juice boxes. IQ-Touch(TM) Controls For those who like to have their options always visible, the IQ-Touch(TM) control panel displays the virtually endless options. Wave-Touch(TM) Controls One simple touch and the control panel activates. After you make your choices, options will fade away, returning to an uncluttered display. PureAdvantage(TM) Air & Water Filtration Keeps clean, filtered air circulated throughout to prevent odor transfer while ensuring fresh, clean ice and water at your fingertips. Luxury-Design(TM) Lighting Our ramp-up designer lighting is as beautiful as it is functional. Luxury-Design(TM) Glass Shelves All-glass shelves crafted for exceptional beauty and featuring Luxury-Glide(TM) rack system that extends smoothly. Luxury-Glide(TM) Crispers Drawers Drawers smoothly glide out and keep produce fresh with adjustable humidity control and minimal temperature variation. Luxury-Glide(TM) Crispers (Refrigeration) Drawers smoothly glide out and keep produce fresh with adjustable humidity control and minimal temperature variation.

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