Who Makes the Best French Door Counter Depth Refrigerator? Reviews & Ratings

When it comes to refrigerators, we know that defining the best depends on several different factors. What do they cost? What features do they have? Will they fit in my kitchen? In this article, we’ll show you two of the highest rated refrigerators on the market from LG and Dacor, what features they have to offer, and where we think they would fit best. They are both 36” counter-depth French door refrigerators, widely acknowledged by experts as being the best in their class. 

LG SIGNATURE 23 cu. ft. Smart wi-fi Enabled InstaView™ Door-in-Door® Counter-Depth Refrigerator

Model: URNTC2306N

Price: $7,199.00

InstaView™ Door-in-Door® - One side of the fridge will have a mirrored panel that will illuminate the interior with two quick knocks. Now you can look inside without having to open the door. No more staring into the fridge wondering, “now what did I need?” 

Auto Open Door™

LG has put in a detection feature on the foot of the refrigerator. It projects a light which, when stepped on, will open the fridge doors. We can only hope that it takes more than tripping into it to cause the door to open. 

Voice Control

If the light projector isn’t futuristic enough for you, LG has made it so that by saying “Hi LG” the ThinQ will open the door and set the ice dispenser to your favorite mode. 

FRESHShield™ Cooling

The ThinQ has ducts located at the top of the refrigerator to form a barrier of cold air between the shelves and the doors. 

ThinQ®

The ThinQ App acquires information on your usage to build a tailored experience for your home. It ramps up cooling performance and ice making during peak times and reduces these features during off hours to conserve energy and spare your electric bill some pain. 

Door-in-Door® Adjustable Shelves

You can change the height of your in-door shelves to match what you need most. 

Textured Steel™ Finish

Custom Chill™ Pantry

Problems? 

So far, there are only three issues we’ve been able to find with this model. 

• Some people have an issue with the glide and serve drawers freezing over.

• There were a few instances of being unable to connect the fridge to the owner’s phone. 

• There have been a handful of issues with the master circuit board frying after a month of use, although to LG’s credit, this does seem to be a rare occurrence. 

We can see this being the workhorse of a busy home. If you’re always running, this fridge is perfect for you. The different options for easily opening the doors mean that no matter how much you’re hauling inside, you can get it into the fridge with ease. If you want to be able to control your home from your phone, this fridge is for you. 

Dacor 36 inch Counter Depth French Door with Recessed Handle 

Model: DRF36C000SR

Price: 3740.75

Precise Cooling Technology

The Dacor Digital Inverter Technology works to provide consistent performance with minimal fluctuations in temperatures. Dacor claims on their web site that their Digital Compressor has been said to ‘offer superior performance against the industry standard A/C compressor.’ 

Best In Class Food Preservation

Dacor understands that ‘freshness’ for food is best maintained with a constant temperature and an environment with high humidity. They say they offer the best preservation system in the home appliance industry, with the tightest temperature controls and unmatched humidity levels. 

FreshZone Drawer

This refrigerator offers a full width storage drawer that provides adjustable temperature settings. This means you can safely store meat, fish, deli items or even drinks in it, and have it at the perfect temperature for each, as long as you remember to adjust it when you change up what you’re storing. It also gives you a space to defrost items without having to leave them out on the counter, or worry that they’ll drip onto something else within the fridge. 

Twin Cooling System

This brand offers two independent evaporators to protect your food and to keep it tasting fresh longer. 

Interior Pitcher With Automatic Water Fill

Comes with a 48oz pitcher that fills automatically with filtered water. There is also an infuser option that allows you to add fruits, herbs or flowers for easy flavored drinks. We’re wondering if you could do herbal teas this way or if it wouldn’t work since the water is cold.. 

Power Cool

Automatic Humidity Controlled Crispers

Discrete Controls

External Ice And Water Dispenser

Problems? 

The only problem we could find was an issue with the speed of the ice maker. People were displeased at how long it took to get ice and how little they received when it was done. 

This fridge doesn’t come with a lot of bells and whistles. What it does have, it does them right. We expect that this would be perfectly matched for someone who wants perfection and expertise from their appliances. 

So, which is better? 

Like most appliances, this comes down to preference. What do you need most from your refrigerator? If you enjoy having everything connected in your kitchen for ease of use regardless of where you are, we think the LG would fit. If however you’re more the type who wants to have your home as a place of peace, without everything trying to get your attention, we feel the Dacor would be more your speed. It’s also a matter of price. You can still get an LG for considerably less, but it won’t have all of the features that this one does. What fits you and your lifestyle is going to be the biggest deciding factor. 

Do you already own a Dacor or an LG refrigerator? Do you love it? Hate it? Let us know over on our Facebook page. We’d love to hear from you. If you’re dreading the holiday tomorrow because your appliances are on the fritz, we can help! Give us a call at ((214) 599-0055) or place an appointment over on our website. We’re here to keep your appliances in tip top shape, for all of our clients in Frisco and the surrounding areas.

A Note About Pricing

Pricing on this blog is for reference only, and may include time-sensitive manufacturer rebates. We make every attempt to provide accurate pricing at time of publishing - but if you’re considering purchasing, please call the stores for the most accurate and up to date price.