Consider this: Most people purchase cars more frequently than they do refrigerators. So while a high-end refrigerator may seem like an extravagance, over time, it pays off. Here are our top picks based on personal experience, consumer ratings, reader comments, and recommendations from kitchen appliance specialty stores.
N.B.: While we’ve provided links to online retailers, note that several brands can only be sold in the state where the appliance will be installed. Visit the manufacturer’s website to locate dealers in your area.
Above: The panel-ready Monogram 36-Inch Integrated Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (ZIC363IPVLH) installs flush with surrounding cabinetry and features a convertible drawer with six temperature settings, illuminated shelving, an internal water dispenser, and an ice maker; $11,650 at AJ Madison. Above: The panel-ready Liebherr Monolith 36-Inch French Door Refrigerator (MCB3652) features a divided BioFresh-Plus drawer with independently controlled temperature zones, along with an internal water dispenser and ice maker; $9,899 at Shop Appliances. Above: The Sub-Zero PRO 36-Inch Refrigerator/Freezer (PRO3650LH) is clad in stainless steel inside and out, with dual refrigeration, an air-purification system, and spill-resistant glass shelving; $16,975 through approved dealers. Above: The Energy Star–qualified Dacor 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator (DRF367500AP) features an all-stainless-steel interior with integrated lighting, an adjustable-temperature FreshZone drawer, and dual ice makers that produce standard cubes and larger cocktail ice; $13,698 in silver stainless steel through approved dealers. Above: The KitchenAid 36-Inch Built-In Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (KBBR336SPS) offers dual cooling systems and a platinum-toned interior with smoked crisper drawers, spill-resistant shelving, and bright LED lighting; $8,548 at Shop Appliances. Above: The stainless-steel Smeg 36-Inch Built-In Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (RBMU36LX) has dual inverter compressors and a lower compartment that can be used as either refrigerator or freezer storage, plus an automatic ice maker; $10,299 at AJ Madison.
Above: The Bosch 800 Series 36-Inch French Door Refrigerator (B36CT80SNS) combines a counter-depth profile with dual compressors for independent refrigerator and freezer climates, plus an internal water dispenser and adjustable-temperature produce drawer; $3,999.99 in stainless steel at Ferguson Home. Above: The stainless-steel Bertazzoni 36-Inch Built-In Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (REF36BMBIXLT) uses a minimal-clearance hinge for flush installation, while its lower compartment can be set as freezer, low-temperature “fresco” storage, or additional refrigerator space; $11,349 at AJ Madison. Above: The Thermador Freedom 36-Inch French Door Refrigerator (T36FT820NS) is an Energy Star–qualified appliance with a counter-depth profile, an internal water dispenser, and a cold-air system designed to maintain an even temperature throughout; $5,299 in stainless steel at Ferguson Home. Above: The panel-ready Miele MasterCool 36-Inch Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator (KFMC3642L) features a stainless-steel interior, climate-controlled MasterFresh Pro storage, an odor-reducing air-filtration system, and a built-in ice maker; $12,999 at AJ Madison.
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