Top Built-in Refrigerators

Most of the product reviews and ratings available for refrigerators are measured according to such considerations like energy efficiency, cooling performance and reliability, but when it comes to choosing built-in refrigerators those factors are not the only aspects to consider.  After all, built-in refrigerators are precisely made in the hope that it can blend well into your kitchen, to be a seamless part into the existing cabinetry.  Thus, the ergonomic design, customization options and the technical configurations matter as well, whether you intend to explore Jenn-Air fridges or Sub Zero refrigerators.

To help you determine the best built-in refrigerator appropriate for you, we have listed below the top three built-in refrigerators as printed in the 2011 Consumer Reports Buying Guide, with highlights on features and specs.

Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS] Built-in Side-By-Side Refrigerator

Whirlpool’s refrigeration luxury brand Jenn-Air leads the list with its Jenn-Air JS42PPDUDB[SS] built-in side-by-side refrigerator.  This Jenn Air refrigerator is furnished with features like cubed / crushed ice and water dispenser, water filter indicator, and glass-touch electronic temperature control.  Its premier cooling innovations are Precision Temperature Management™ System and Advanced Climate Control™.  The model works on low noise operation.  Energy efficiency is excellent.

Sub-Zero BI42S[S] Built-in Side-by-Side Refrigerator

You couldn’t possibly talk about built-in fridges without mentioning Sub-Zero Preservation.  The Sub-Zero Preservation BI42S[S] sports a side-by-side fridge-freezer design spanning over 42” in width.  Features include the signature dual refrigeration system coupled with the air purification and water filtration system.  Storage features are well-enhanced so as to include temperature-controlled crispers, deli drawers, and special low temperature zones.  As for design options, there’s plenty to choose from – framed, overlay, flush inset and the classic stainless steel.

Thermador KBUDT4265E[S] Built-in Side-By-Side Refrigerator

Thermador closes the top-three list with its KBUDT4265E[S] Built-in Side-By-Side Refrigerator model, equipped with features like automatic full-filtered internal ice maker and external ice and water dispenser.  The unit is available only in stainless steel design but you can’t deny that it has superb features to go with the looks.