Samsung Versus KitchenAid Refrigerators Compared

Both Samsung and KitchenAid make reputable refrigerators. But which is the better option? Let’s find out by looking at important factors like pricing, selection, features, and overall rating.

While Samsung has been around since 1938, it wasn’t until 1974 that it started making refrigerators. So it’s still relatively new when compared to brands like GE. In the nearly 50 years since, Samsung has come a long way, and its products utilize some of the most cutting-edge technology available.

There’s a lot to love about a Samsung refrigerator, with one of the biggest being pricing. While many refrigerators from Samsung and KitchenAid have similar price points, Samsung is the more affordable option overall. According to Top Consumer Reviews, Samsung prices range from $749 to $9,825, while KitchenAid prices, by comparison, range from $1,600 to $11,499. So the cheapest refrigerator from Samsung costs less than half of what you can find from KitchenAid.

Another plus is their selection. With over 200 refrigerator models to choose from, that’s four times KitchenAid’s selection. KitchenAid has just 50. Although KitchenAid’s product line is certainly respectable with plenty of great options, it simply can’t compete with what Samsung offers.

And as we touched on earlier, Samsung has a reputation for innovative features. Just a few examples include:

With the Family Hub feature you can create notes, share pictures, and even stream music and videos from a digital screen on a refrigerator. Finally, Samsung has the better overall rating, with Top Consumer Reviews giving it 4 ½ stars out of 5, while KitchenAid only received 2 ½ stars.

KitchenAid has roots that go back over 100 years to 1919. But, like Samsung, it didn’t start producing refrigerators until more recently in 1986.

While KitchenAid refrigerators are respectable products, they honestly lag behind Samsung in most key areas. Again, KitchenAid costs more. Their prices range from $1,600 to $11,499, while Samsung's prices range from just $749 to $9,825. KitchenAid has a smaller product selection of just 50 refrigerator models compared to Samsung’s 200.

As for features, KitchenAid is basically equal to Samsung, with some notable features including:

When it comes to the overall rating, KitchenAid falls way behind Samsung with just 2 ½ stars out of 5, versus Samsung’s 4 ½.

In our opinion, Samsung is the clear favorite based on pricing, selection, and overall rating. This isn’t to say that KitchenAid refrigerators are bad, as they have some amazing features. In addition, KitchenAid is certainly a respectable brand. But in a side-by-side comparison of refrigerators, Samsung is the obvious winner.

One last thing to address is the warranty. Is a basic manufacturer warranty sufficient? Or is it better to buy an extended refrigerator warranty?

Given both brands offer just a one-year manufacturer warranty for defects in materials or workmanship, getting an extended refrigerator warranty is always the best option. This ensures you’re protected well after the manufacturer warranty expires. In addition, extended warranties cover a wide range of issues, such as power failure, mechanical failure, internal leaks, and more.

In addition, extended warranties are more affordable than you may think. With Upsie, for instance, you can get a three-year warranty on a $1,400 Samsung refrigerator for just $115.99 and a five-year warranty for $199.99. When you consider that the average cost to repair a refrigerator ranges from $200 to $1,000, an extended warranty often pays for itself.

You can purchase an Upsie warranty for refrigerators and other large appliances bought in the last 11 months.