French Door Refrigerators

A French door refrigerator combines the styles of a side-by-side with a bottom-freezer mounted fridge into one appliance. In a nutshell, a French door refrigerator has a refrigerator section with two half-width doors over a bottom-mounted freezer. Some models can have three, four, or even five doors, depending on their design.

Sizes range from 30-36 inches wide and have an average capacity of 32 cu. ft., so be sure to measure your space again and again before you shop!

Most French door fridges come in stainless steel, white, or black stainless-steel color options, so you can easily match the finish to the rest of your appliances.

Better is always in the eye of the beholder, but the main benefits of a French door refrigerator VS other refrigerators are the easy access to food, smooth installation, wide storage (ideal for charcuterie boards or party platters), multiple door bins, energy efficiency, and better food preservation.

The half-width doors only extend half as far as a single full-width door. So even if you have a compact-sized kitchen or a tight installation space, you can still enjoy effortless access to your food.

Plus, since you’re opening one part of the fridge at a time, you’re saving energy and keeping your food’s temperature regulated, which results in fresher food.

Of course! Many French door refrigerators come in a counter depth design, are typically less than 24 inches deep, and provide a seamless look.

Keep in mind that counter-depth models often have less capacity, averaging around 22 cu. ft., which is great for a single- or two-person household.

Most refrigerators come with a large number of features to make your day-to-day easier, and here’s a few you should look out for:

• Flex-zone or multiple temperature zones: compartments or drawers with multiple temperature settings so any type of food stays fresh
• Ice makers and water dispensers: dispense filtered water and ice whenever you need (tip: replace filter every 6 months or when the indicator light comes on!)
• Air filtration: eliminate odor-causing bacteria and keep your food fresher
• Adjustable or sliding shelves: add versatility to your storage options, no matter the dish size
• Full-width pantry drawers: tuck party platters out of the way before the soirée
• Spill-proof shelves: keep spills and leaks concentrated on one shelf (the lip prevents overflow)
• Electric temperature controls: precisely maintain humidity and temperature levels
• Door alarms: quit browsing and close the door already!
• Door locks: keep curious little hands safe and out of the snack drawer