Refrigerator Buying Guide

Top-freezer and bottom-freezer refrigerators

Top freezers and bottom freezers are very common refrigerator configurations. Top freezers have the freezer compartment positioned above the refrigerator unit. The bottom-freezer design looks similar but places the freezer below the refrigerator. In both configurations, the freezer portion typically claims about a third of the total size.

Benefits: A great value. Also comes in a wide variety of sizes and can be a good choice as a second refrigerator/freezer for the garage or basement. The bottom freezer offers easy access to fresh foods.