Best French Door Fridge Australia 2024 — Top Picks & Buying Guide
French door fridges are the premium choice for Australian family kitchens. With two side-by-side doors on top and a freezer drawer below, they offer excellent space, easy access and a modern look. Here's our guide to the best French door fridges available in Australia and how to get one at a fraction of the retail price.
What Is a French Door Fridge?
A French door fridge has two doors that open from the centre for the fridge compartment, with one or two drawers at the bottom for the freezer. This design offers:
- Excellent fridge capacity — typically 400–700L+
- Wide shelves that accommodate large platters, pizza boxes and wide items
- Freezer drawer at a convenient height
- Modern, premium aesthetics
Top French Door Fridge Brands in Australia
Samsung French Door Fridges
Samsung is Australia's most popular French door fridge brand. Their models range from practical mid-size options to large premium models with Family Hub touchscreens. Key features include SpaceMax technology (thinner walls = more interior space), Twin Cooling Plus (independent fridge/freezer airflow), and All-Around Cooling.
Popular models: RF27 series (600L+), 580L models. Available from Oceania Appliances from $600 tested and warranted.
LG French Door Fridges
LG offers a strong range of French door fridges with innovative features like InstaView Door-in-Door (knock twice to see inside without opening), Linear Compressor technology and door-within-a-door cold compartments.
Popular models: 506L, 580L InstaView. Available from Oceania Appliances from $580 tested and warranted.
Fisher & Paykel French Door Fridges
Fisher & Paykel's French door range is designed with Australian families in mind. Their ActiveSmart technology adjusts cooling based on how you use the fridge. Very popular in Australian homes.
Popular models: 519L, 614L. Available from Oceania Appliances from $580.
Haier French Door Fridges
Haier offers a more budget-friendly alternative to Samsung and LG, with decent capacity and features at a lower price point.
What Size French Door Fridge Do You Need?
- 2–3 people: 400–480L
- 4–5 people: 500–600L
- 6+ people: 600L+
Price Guide (New vs Oceania Appliances)
| Brand/Model | New RRP | Oceania Appliances | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung 580L French Door | $1,800–$2,500 | From $650 | Up to $1,850 |
| LG 506L French Door | $1,500–$2,200 | From $580 | Up to $1,620 |
| Fisher & Paykel 614L | $1,800–$2,800 | From $680 | Up to $2,120 |
Find Your French Door Fridge at Oceania Appliances
We regularly stock a great range of French door fridges in excellent condition, fully tested and backed by our 3–6 month warranty. Sydney-wide delivery with our two-person delivery team.