Now there are two companies when it comes to buying refrigerators, the first is a South Korean multinational company, LG. LG Electronics builds washing machines, TVs, home theater systems, phones, refrigerators, solar modules, smart appliances, microwaves, and wearable devices. The other company is an American brand, Frigidaire. Frigidaire Appliance Company builds dishwashers, ranges, room air conditioners, microwaves, ovens, dryers, washing machines, dehumidifiers, and refrigerators. Before we start comparing the two brands, we need to understand what points make up a good refrigerator.

Things you need to care of before buying a refrigerator:  

Always look for the materials used in the building of the appliance. If you know that today if you are buying a fridge and then you won’t for the next 10 years then the material used and the design of the fridge decides the longevity of the appliance. 

The other thing you need to look after is how the doors close. To maintain the right temperature inside the appliance the doors should close tightly and should seal from all sides completely. 

Leaks could turn into a major problem if the internals are not done with expertise. Especially, refrigerators with water dispensers can have these problems. 

Now you know that you won’t be buying another refrigerator for the next 10-15 years then always check for how long the company is providing warranties and free services. A minimum of 5 years of warranty is a must. 

As these appliances are of daily use, normal wear and tear are inevitable. So, do look for how much a service would cost you. it is important to know that. There could be some parts of the fridge which could be extremely expensive to replace. 

Last but not least, after-sale services matter a lot. If the company doesn’t treat you well or keeps you waiting for a long time then you shouldn’t be looking to buy from that company. 

If we hear customer reviews then an average lifespan of an LG refrigerator is approximately 13 years. Though, the company claims that their refrigerators should have a minimum of 20 years of lifespan. On the other hand, Frigidaire refrigerators have a lifespan ranging between 14 to 17 years. 

Coming to how reliable Frigidaire is, they are strongly built and designed to last long. Even LG could be trusted with providing you with a reliable service. 

Features you should consider before buying a refrigerator: 

  1. Adjustable Shelves: this feature should be a must. By having this feature managing the storage the fridge has to offer is easy and fun. 

  2. Toughened Glass Shelves: filling up your fridge is a common thing. So, you would want that the material used in the making of the shelves is strong enough to hold the weight you are putting on it. 

  3. Inbuilt Inverter Technology: if you live in an area where the power supply isn’t continuous then having this feature could save you a lot. You would not want the items stored inside your fridge to get spoiled while the power is off. 

  4. Temperature Control: this is another useful feature to have in your fridge. What this feature does is that it automatically adjusts the temperature based on the amount of food stored inside.

Another feature is having Water and Ice dispensers. I would say that this feature is not a must-have. This could be the fancy thing to have in your fridge but nothing which you can’t live without. 

Frigidaire and LG Refrigerator – Comparison

Pricelist of refrigerators sold by Frigidaire:

  1. Frigidaire Professional 21.4 Cu. Ft. Counter-depth 4 door French door refrigerator – $4,299

  2. Frigidaire Professional 19 Cu. Ft. Single door Refrigerator – $4,099

  3. Frigidaire 26.8 Cu. Ft. French door refrigerator – $2,649

  4. Frigidaire Gallery 22.3 Cu. Ft. 36” Counter depth Side by Side refrigerator – $2,299

Pricelist of refrigerators sold by LG:

  1. LG STUDIO 26 cu. ft. Smart Side-by-Side Built-In Refrigerator with Ice & Water Dispenser – $9,499

  2. 29 cu ft. French Door Refrigerator with Slim Design Water Dispenser – $1,899

  3. 24 cu.ft. Top Freezer refrigerator – $1,049

  4. 27 cu. ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Smooth Touch Ice Dispenser – $1,349

Comparison between LG LFXC22526D and Frigidaire FG4H227UF

Frigidaire is sleek looking and offers customizable storage. Though the freezer compartment is not so huge, you do get an adjustable middle drawer with changeable temperature settings. So, if you need more fresh food or freezer storage then it is easy to do so. 

The LG one is priced lower than the Frigidaire one. LG is more budget-friendly. While Frigidaire has more shelves and bins the LG one has larger compartments. Also, not to forget that the fridge works with LG’s ThinQ app. 

Therefore, if you want an appliance which is smart and would add up to your smart home then consider LG, but if you want a refrigerator with more storage options then go for Frigidaire.  

Conclusion

To conclude, buy Frigidaire if you are looking for a basic but yet feature loaded refrigerator or else go for LG if you want futuristic features.