Appliances
The Best Refrigerators of 2026, Ranked
Ranked by ORA Consensus Score — verified owner reviews, scored on the dimensions this category is judged by. How we rank →
Choosing a new refrigerator is a significant investment, impacting your kitchen's look and daily life for years. Our comprehensive reviews cut through the noise, focusing on what truly matters to owners of high-ticket models.
We evaluate each refrigerator not just on its specs, but on real-world performance, durability, thoughtful design, and the crucial experience of delivery and after-sales support, ensuring you find a model that's worth every penny.
Scored on:
Build Quality & CoolingAesthetics & DesignBuild & ErgonomicsReliability & EnduranceValue for MoneyDelivery & Service
Refrigerators by the numbers: what 524 owner reviews reveal about this category →
The ranking
// 5 ranked by ORA Score- 1 LG LRFLC2706S French Door Refrigerator (27 Cu. Ft.) Best Overall This LG French door refrigerator earns praise for its exceptional counter-depth capacity, sleek design with an internal water dispenser, and consistent cooling performance, yet faces notable criticism for its long-term reliability and manufacturer customer service. 8.5
- 2 GE GNE27JYMFS 36" French Door Refrigerator (27 cu. ft.) This GE French Door Refrigerator is widely praised by owners for its exceptional internal capacity, sleek design, and reliable performance, though some note concerns about operational noise and the ergonomics of its internal water dispenser. 8.0
- 3 Samsung RF27CG5400SR (26 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator) The Samsung RF27CG5400SR offers impressive capacity and a sleek design, but owners report significant concerns regarding long-term reliability and the functionality of its multiple ice makers. 7.7
- 4 Kenmore 36" French Door Refrigerator (28.6 cu. ft.) This Kenmore French door refrigerator is highly praised by owners for its expansive capacity, smart organization, and convenient ice and water dispenser. While the appliance itself garners strong positive feedback, some significant concerns were raised regarding delivery and installation services. 7.4
- 5 GE Profile PYE22KYNFS (Counter-Depth French Door) The GE Profile PYE22KYNFS refrigerator offers a modern aesthetic and good internal lighting, but owners frequently report significant issues with cooling reliability, build quality, and customer service. 5.1
How they compare
// scored 0–10 on each dimension| # | Product | ORA Score | Build Quality & Cooling | Aesthetics & Design | Build & Ergonomics | Reliability & Endurance | Value for Money | Delivery & Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LG LRFLC2706S French Door Refrigerator (27 Cu. Ft.) | 8.5 | 9.5 | 9.9 | 7.8 | 3.0 | 8.7 | 9.5 |
| 2 | GE GNE27JYMFS 36" French Door Refrigerator (27 cu. ft.) | 8.0 | 8.0 | 9.0 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 9.0 | 7.5 |
| 3 | Samsung RF27CG5400SR (26 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator) | 7.7 | 7.7 | 9.4 | 7.4 | 4.0 | 7.2 | 8.7 |
| 4 | Kenmore 36" French Door Refrigerator (28.6 cu. ft.) | 7.4 | 7.0 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 2.0 |
| 5 | GE Profile PYE22KYNFS (Counter-Depth French Door) | 5.1 | 5.5 | 8.5 | 4.5 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 3.5 |