Cheap Fridges

If you're looking to upgrade your fridge but are on a the tightest budget there are a lot of low-cost alternatives available. They vary from 3.2-cubic-foot mini fridges to full-size models that offer 20 cubic feet or more storage space.

Many cheap fridges have smart features, too. For instance, Samsung's French door Black under Counter Fridges are equipped with Wi-Fi and Google's Bixby and come with humidity-controlled vegetable compartments that seal in moisture to keep vegetables fresher for longer.

GE WRF632SS

The model is GE's cheapest French door fridge that dispensates water with its convenient inside-door dispenser. Its design isn't flashy however it does have useful features such as a slide-in shelf that lets you store tall fridge integrated items and an extra cold deli drawer for meats and cheeses. It's also made from fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, so it's easy to wipe away smudges for a consistently clean look.

This fridge has 25.5 cubic feet of storage space, 17.5 of which are dedicated to the top compartment of the refrigerator. That's less than the average for the typical French door refrigerator however it should have ample space for the majority of families' grocery needs. It also comes with a few interesting features, like the water filter that automatically adapts to the tap in your home's water supply and a power saving mode that cuts down on energy consumption when you're not in the kitchen.

During our testing the GE fridge was able to perform fairly well, but it was unable to overcome some hot spots inside the fridge. Its top shelf and all of the right-door shelves were too hot with an average temperature of 40.2 F during a 72-hour test when the fridge was set to its default setting. The lower shelf was cooler, but it still ran a few degrees cooler than the FDA recommends.

If you're looking for a refrigerator that isn't too expensive and has the same size, think about the Frigidaire model featuring a top-freezer. It uses a fraction of the electricity in a year and comes with some nice features like bin caddies that can be removed as well as humidity-controlled crisper cabinets, as well as bin caddies that can be removed. The only drawback is that it doesn't have a water dispenser or built-in Wi-Fi however, it's $500 less than this GE fridge.

LG LRFV3006S

The LG LRFVS3006S is a top-of-the-line refrigerator that comes with the latest features. It is energy efficient and fridge on sale comes with a 10- year warranty on its linear compressor. The refrigerator also features an Slim SpacePlus Ice System that lets you store more in the freezer. This makes it an excellent option for anyone looking to upgrade their refrigerator.

It is a stylish design that will add the perfect touch of elegance to any kitchen. The dual ice makers create an abundance of premium ice. The Smart Diagnosis feature will allow you to troubleshoot any problems that may arise with the refrigerator to save time and money. It is available in a variety of colors that will suit any home.

InstaView Door in Door allows you to see inside the refrigerator without opening the door. This helps save energy and keeps your food fresher for longer. This refrigerator is easy to clean and features a an elegant, glass panel.

LinearCooling reduces the fluctuations in temperature to help preserve the fresh taste of food items. This technology helps reduce the amount of noise and power consumed compared to traditional compressors. It also has a stainless steel interior and an interior metal wall that helps keep cold air.

Check the thermostats and motors of the evaporator to see whether they're functioning properly. You can also replace the start capacitor and thermistor if they're faulty. If your refrigerator is making loud noises or gurgling the compressor could be malfunctioning and needs to be replaced.

This premium 36-inch French door refrigerator features the latest technology Craft Ice Maker that automatically produces round, slow-melting ice, free of time-consuming molds. This innovative refrigerator also has the most recent LG cooling technology to prolong the shelf life of fresh food items and keep food in best condition for two times longer than competing models. It also has a large 29.7 cu. ft. capacity, with InstaView Door-in-Door technology and WiFi control. It also provides quiet operation thanks to LoDecibel. It is ENERGY STAR certified and comes with linear compressors that save energy and money, and comes with an automatic setting for ice-making for faster freezing.