I do not yet own this product so I can only comment on its appearance and design, but after seeing it in person I think it may just be the new frig for us. My husband and I have spent a LOT of time looking at all different styles and brands of refrigerators and freezers - including many very high end (and very expensive) brands and models. When I saw this Kenmore Elite in its lovely Black Pearl finish, I was at first just happy to find a counter depth french door refrigerator with a water dispenser on the outside and ice maker that isn't in the frig door. Then I noticed the exterior finish and was really quite smitten. We currently own a black LG side-by-side so I am used to looking at a black refrigerator every day, but it looks nothing like the lovely mirror gloss finish of the Kenmore Elite. What I LOVED about the finish is that it absolutely does not show fingerprints. My 16-month old son was with me in the store and he had his fingers all over it - not a mark. I made a concerted effort to make fingerprints on the surface - not a mark. Really cool - after more than a year long quest for the perfect frig, I think this is the one for us!
Kenmore Elite 21.0 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer Refrigerator is recommended by Jenne
ENERGY STAR qualified appliance. Modern style, efficient use of space and flexible food storage in a 3 door TRIO counter depth design with external water dispenser, eye level fresh food compartment and pull-out freezer drawer.