Front controls& large drawers reduce shelf storage
on September 23, 2020
Posted by: JLW PA
from Jeannette, PA
We have been disappointed with this refrigerator, and wish that GE would return to the design of 1990, as that model was much roomier. The front placement of the controls makes it difficult to place large milk bottles on the top shelf, and makes it look darker, as well. The crisper drawers are extra large, which takes space from the shelves. Two-liter bottles do not fit on the top shelf, and must be placed on the door, In our old refrigerator, the deli drawer could be moved to the left or right, depending on which way the door opened. This is not an option with the GIE21GMLES. The only nice features are (1) it is not noisy, and (2) it has an ice maker, which is a new feature for us. It is a reliable refrigerator, but the awkward storage space is frustrating.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
1
Performance
4
Quality
3
Value
3
Response from geappliances.comBy Sharon@GEA, GE_Appliances, November 12, 2020
Hi JLW PA - We truly appreciate you taking time to write a review on your refrigerator and sharing your valuable feedback. We'll be sure and share your comments about the front controls and large drawers reducing shelf storage with our refrigerator design team. This can be used to aid us in future design improvements.
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