Fisher & Paykel E522BRX

Proving that counter-depth fridges can perform just as well as their full-sized big brothers, the E522BRX delivers performance that ranges from adequate in some areas to outstanding in others. At the end of the day, though, it's still a counter-depth fridge, offering less storage space than even some of the smallest—and cheapest—full-sized options.

If you're looking for an appliance that will maximize space, put this one at the top of your list.

It may look and feel great, but the beauty of the IKEA Dåtid ISC23CDEXY01 is only steel deep. Performance as poor as what we saw in this fridge may be acceptable for a low-end budget model, but not for something that retails for $1899. If you want flash with no real substance, then by all means, purchase one today. Otherwise, look elsewhere; there are better products available to buy for that kind of money.

The $2,999 DCS RF195AUUX1 is a fantastic product with performance that absolutely justifies its high price tag. The largest jewel in this fridge's crown is its amazing moisture retention—the best we've seen—which is backed by strong temperature consistency, solid energy efficiency, and a very attractive interior design.

The E522BRX may be on the expensive side, but it include a number of features usually only found on larger models.

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