In side by side refrigerators, things can be easily placed both in freezer and refrigerator. These models have good freezing space. Manufactures are continuously adding features that make it more convenient to use.

A good sized side-by-side model with a capacity of about 24.5 cu. ft from a reputed manufacturer will fall in the $1900 – $2500 range. Whirlpool, GE, Frigidiare, Avanti and others all have excellent side-by-side models to choose from. All the models in this category are energy star compliant. If you need a real big model and your budget allows you to go up to $7000 you can get a 30.6 cu. ft model from a top manufacturer.

The freezer size in top freezer is smaller than side by side freezer. The refrigerator compartment is little difficult to use in this model due to its low level position. One good thing in this model is that they have good horizontal space.

You can get a 3.31 cu. ft. compact top freezer model in the $150-$225 range. Such models are made available by top manufacturers like GE, Avanti and others. On an average a 24.60 cu. ft top freezer model with an ice maker would fall in the price range of $1300 to $3000.

Bottom Freezer Models are very popular as it places the often used refrigerator space at easy to reach level. When compared to top-freezer models, the freezer space in bottom freezer models is more. Certain add-on convenience features like lift-out baskets and sliding shelves in some models are an added advantage.

You can get a compact size bottom freezer model (5 cu. ft.) or a big sized (24 cu. ft.) bottom freezer model. Their market price is also different. Compact size of this model can be obtained by spending $500 or above and a big one by spending $1200 or above. The top manufacturers of this model are: LG, Kenmore, Maytag, Amana and GE.

Built in refrigerators are generally wider than usual models. These models are generally available as semi finished pieces which are finished as per customer specifications. Compact Models value for money, perform all the basic functions of a refrigerator and come with an economic price tag. These refrigerators are easy to transport. Special compact refrigerators are designed to fit under kitchen sinks.

No doubt more capacity and features increases the price. Hence, in this category also more features add more value to the refrigerators. However, in a price range of $80 to $100, you can get a 1.7 cu. ft. refrigerator or a 4.4 cu. ft. refrigerator. Few of the manufacturers who are famous in market and produce these models are: GE, Whirlpool, Haier, Danby and Koolatron.

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