At their core, refrigerators are relatively simple devices. If you're the type of person to view every extra feature as a component that could potentially go wrong, basic iceboxes are probably the kind you go for. But for those on the other end of the spectrum, Samsung's latest Bespoke Refrigerators with AI inside have more bells and whistles than you might think possible — including an optional 32-inch screen.
Editor's note: The model we tested for this review came out in the second half of 2025 and will continue to be on sale throughout 2026. Hardware will remain the same, the only changes will come in the form of an OTA software update slated for later this year that will add support for Google Gemini, improved food recognition/labeling and more.
Samsung / Engadget 87 100 Expert Score Samsung Bespoke AI 4-door refrigerator Samsung's top-of-the-line refrigerator is pretty much unbeatable for tech-savvy owners looking for something that can be both a digital hub and a powerful smart home appliance. Pros Big 32-inch display
Beverage Center with built-in water pitcher
AI-powered ingredient tracking
Sleek design Cons Expensive
Limited AI food recognition
Touch input could be more responsive $3,599 at Samsung
Design: As sleek as a fridge can be
If you're into faux vintage appliances like Smeg's retro-inspired models, Samsung's offerings might not be for you. For everyone else, the Bespoke family does minimalist design better than practically any other line of fridges on the market. Granted, the counter-depth French Door AI model I tested is a bit of a departure thanks to a huge 32-inch screen embedded in its right-side door. That said, there are a ton of configurations, including the choice of a smaller 9-inch panel or models without a display at all. The latter looks like a big rectangle, but in a way that Dieter Rams would probably appreciate (I'm just guessing, I don't have his contact info). Other options include setups ranging from four-door models to side-by-side two-door variants or even a single-panel upright model.
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