Customer Reviews for Caf - 42 in. Wide 25.2 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Built-In Smart Refrigerator with Upfront Temperature Controls - Stainless Steel
Customer Rating
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Broken ice maker/ not cooling
on September 17, 2025
Posted by: Sball
We love the look of this refrigerator however the performance has been terrible. From the first year of purchase ,the ice maker has broken at least 5 times. When the ice maker breaks so does the refrigerator. Although service has been exceptional it’s not always quick (4-5 days) resulting in multiple scrambles to try and place food in other areas to save what we have. For the price of the refrigerator I have a higher expectation on the performance and have been very dissatisfied.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Dianna, Cafe Appliances, September 18, 2025
We're sorry to hear about the trouble you have been having with your unit. We would like to assist with this and gather some more information. An agent will be reaching out to you via email. Please respond at your earliest convenience. We look forward to connecting with you.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The GE Café refrigerator boasts a design that is streamlined and simple, appealing to those who appreciate minimalist aesthetics. Its clean lines and uncluttered appearance create a fresh, modern look that easily complements any kitchen decor. The exterior exudes a cold, sophisticated charm, reflecting its efficient cooling capabilities. Built with solid construction and premium materials, this refrigerator not only looks robust but also offers enduring durability. Inside, the thoughtfully organized compartments enhance usability while maintaining the sleek, cohesive design that defines the GE Café brand.
So far, i am very pleased with the refrigerator/freezer. Great product with plenty of efficient space. The drawers are nice as they preserve food a bit longer. I do wish the ice maker was lower in the freezer( it’s at the top). Overall- very satisfied.
Shelving edges are extremely sharp. Ice bin allows ice to fall through "holes". Both design fault/bad craftsmanship are unacceptable of this supposedly high end product. I'm extremely disappointed about these "features".
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Diego, Cafe_Appliances, August 11, 2025
Thank you for your review. We are going to pass your comments regarding the shelving and ice bin to our product design team for review.
I agree with prior reviews about the ice maker. This is a solid appliance that generally works well, but the ice maker is in a bad location. It is difficult to get to the ice, and there is no way to get the ice unless you slide out the collection drawer. The ice tends to clump into one solid mass. Otherwise, it is a really good product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cafeappliances.comBy GE Appliances, January 9, 2025
We do appreciate your feedback and bringing this information about the location of the icemaker unit to our attention. As we continue to make improvements to our appliances your feedback is extremely important to us. We will pass these comments along to our product team to review.
So far we're very happy, for week one. We hsd to replace our 18 year old GE Monogram Refrig with this one. Both are 42" Side By Side Built-in models. Pleasantly surprised how much bigger the interior space feels larger than the older refrig. The interior wall of the refrig is flatter than our older model that had a bump out for the lighting. Plus the new model is far brighter, and it appears much easier to see items throughout. Appears more organized and far easier to access.
THE ICE MAKER DOES NOT SHUT OFF, EVER. THERE IS NO WAY TO GET ICE UNLESS YOU SCOOP IT OUT WHICH IS A PAIN IN THE REAR!! WHY YOU WD BUILD A REFRIGERATOR LIKE THIS IS BEYOND MY COMPREHENSION!!!!! VERY POOR DESIGN!! NEVER ,EVER AGAIN!! SHELVES ARE TOO SHORT, VERY SHALLOW!!
Response from cafeappliances.comBy Adrian, GE_Appliances, October 21, 2024
We understand the importance of a new appliance operating as expected. As we continue to make improvements to our appliances, your feedback is extremely important to us. We will pass these comments along to our product team to review.