Blue Star FBFD361 20 cu. ft. Built-In
Quick verdict
The Blue Star FBFD361 20 cu. ft. Built-In is a 19.6 cu. ft. built-in from Blue Star in the upper-mainstream tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 566 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the built-in class. At about $2,800, it sits below the median price per cubic foot for this layout. Standout features: an ice maker. Our reviewers rate it 4.2/5 — best for apartment sized households.
Best for
- Couples and small families
- Luxury renovations
Key specs
- Capacity
- 19.6 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 35.8" × 69.0" × 24.5"
- Annual energy
- 566 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- Ice ✓ · No water
- Wi-Fi
- No
Our Review
The Blue Star FBFD361 20 cu. ft. Built-In is a 19.6 cu. ft. built-in refrigerator from Blue Star, sitting in the $2,000–$3,500 range. With a 13.7 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 5.9 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for couples and small families.
What stands out
This is squarely a mainstream model — Blue Star optimizes for value, parts availability, and a feature set that covers what most households actually use. You won't find exotic materials, but everything that ships works as advertised.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 35.8" W × 69.0" H × 24.5" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 19.6 cu. ft., split 13.7 fresh / 5.9 freezer.
Bottom line
The Blue Star FBFD361 20 cu. ft. Built-In is a strong mainstream choice — most of what people actually use a fridge for, at a price that makes sense. Service parts are widely available.
Full Specs
Capacity Total capacity | 19.6 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 13.7 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 5.9 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 35.8" |
| Height | 69.0" |
| Depth | 24.5" |
| Depth (with handles) | 27.0" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 566 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $91 |
Features Ice maker | Yes |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | No |
| Smart features | No |
| Door style | Built-In |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Integrates seamlessly with cabinetry for a true luxury feel
- ✓ENERGY STAR certified for lower annual operating cost
- ✓Automatic ice maker keeps the bin stocked without trays
–Cons
- ✕Requires professional installation and cabinet planning
Rating Breakdown
Where to Buy
| Retailer | Current Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Home Depot | See retailer | Shop at Home Depot |
| Best Buy | See retailer | Shop at Best Buy |
| Lowe's | See retailer | Shop at Lowe's |
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