Samsung Side By Side Refrigerator model # RS261MDRS.

Samsung Side By Side Refrigerator model # RS261MDRS.

Okay fridge, but some poor design features
We have had this refrigerator for over a year now and have found it to be okay as a refrigerator, but there are some design choices Samsung made which detract seriously from this fridge. First, the icemaker. The whole system is a mess. You cannot go in the freezer and get some ice out of the bin as we could in previous fridges. This means to put ice in a small mouth container we usually have to use a cup and transfer the cubes.

A bigger issue is the ice dispenser itself. Every time we use it chips of ice, some quite large, spew out from around the top of the glass and shower on the floor. There are always little puddles of water on our floor, and eventually it will damage the polyurethane coating. We are also now experiencing a more concerning issue. The ice outlet gets jammed and the motorized drive which moves the ice out gets stuck on. When this happens, the only way we have found to resolve the issue is the remove the ice bin, empty and rinse out all the little...

Good fridge, room for improvement
After looking at a number of brands and models of refrigerators, we settled on the Samsung RS261MD in stainless. We liked the overall look, interior arrangement, fit and finish, and the fact that the side was painted a neutral grey, rather than black (personal preference). It is also rated as very energy efficient and priced competively. We knew we were making a couple of compromises and a some other issues came up after we had it in our home. These are:

o LED lighting - Energy efficient and looks cool. On a pricier Samsung model there were more lights. We found after it was fully loaded this fridge does not really have enough to fully light the interior of the fridge side as well as it should. Freezer seems better.
o Ice Maker/water - Like most new refrigerators, all of the controls are contained in an electronic pad on the front of the fridge, integrated with the temperature controls. Had to read the instructions (difficult for a man) to figure everything...

Not a typical Samsung item
I have several Samsung Electronics and never had a problem until I bought this refrigerator. This fridge is awful and I wish I had a way of knowing exactly what it would be like living with it before purchasing.
Issue Number ONE: Doesnt get very cold. If I pour a glass of milk, it's not very cold like it was from my old fridge. After testing the temperature, it hovered around the 40 degree mark but wasn't consistent throughout the fridge. The freezer seems better

Issue TWO: it's very noisy. I am typically sitting at the table working and hear it more than most, but it is loud and growling much of the time. I suspect it's the icemaker or water compartment filling up, but my old fridge had the same features and never sounded so loud and gastrointestinal!
Issue three: The lighting in this fridge is awful. It does not light up all the shelves and it only lights up the top portion of the fridge. Add food the the shelves and it's actually dark in there. I hate the...

26 Cubic Foot Side by Side Refrigerator with 2 Doors and Integrated Water & Ice Samsung refrigerators bring innovation to both design and storage. Their beautiful and sleek design complements any kitchen décor. And, the enhanced storage capacity offers more space inside with the same outside dimensions as a traditional model. That's more room to hold your favorite drinks, party platters and leftovers. Energy star compliant: You'll save money while conserving energy with this energy star rated refrigerator. Plus, a handy alarm alerts you when the door is left ajar or open too long.Attractive design and large capacity: Samsung refrigerators bring innovation to both design and storage. Their beautiful and sleek design complements any kitchen décor. And, the enhanced storage capacity offers more space inside with the same outside dimensions as a traditional model. That's more room to hold your favorite drinks, party platters and leftovers. Drop temperatures with power freeze and power cool: The Power Freeze and Power Cool feature drops the temperature in each compartment by 10 degrees within minutes. Great for chilling down cases of soda or hardening up ice cream in a flash. Features: Mono Cooling Open Door Alarm Water and Ice Dispenser LED Lighting Energy Star Rated One Year Warranty on Parts and Five Year Warranty on Sealed System Parts Specifications: 26 Cubic Feet Total Capacity 16.2 Cubic Feet Refrigerator Capacity 9.4 Cubic Feet Freezer Capacity Dimensions with Handles: 35.75" Wide x 69.875" High x 36.5" Deep 543 Kilowatt Energy Use per Year For over 70 years, Samsung has been dedicated to making a better world through diverse businesses that today span advanced technology, semiconductors, skyscraper and plant construction, petrochemicals, fashion, medicine, finance, hotels, and more. Samsung Electronics, leads the global market in high-tech electronics manufacturing and digital media.

• Drop Temperatures With Power Freeze And Power Cool
• External Digital Display To Easily Adjust Controls
• ENERGY STAR Compliant
• Dimensions (WHD): 35 3/4" X 68 5/8" X 29 5/8"