GE Profile PAD28BYT 28 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer
Quick verdict
The GE Profile PAD28BYT 28 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a 28.4 cu. ft. bottom-freezer from GE Profile in the premium tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 699 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the bottom-freezer class. At about $3,750 the $/cu.ft. runs above peers — the premium goes toward build quality and finishes. Standout features: Wi-Fi and an ice maker. Our reviewers rate it 4.5/5 — best for large capacity households.
Best for
- Large families
- Smart-home households
Key specs
- Capacity
- 28.4 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 35.6" × 69.9" × 32.0"
- Annual energy
- 699 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- Ice ✓ · No water
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
Our Review
The GE Profile PAD28BYT 28 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a 28.4 cu. ft. bottom-freezer refrigerator from GE Profile, sitting in the premium ($3,500+) range. With a 20.2 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 8.2 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for large families.
What stands out
GE Profile's mid-premium tier strikes a real middle ground here — you get premium-looking finishes and meaningful spec upgrades (better lighting, deeper drawers, often a four-door layout) without crossing into true luxury pricing.
Wi-Fi connectivity is built in — you can check fridge and freezer temperatures, receive door-left-open alerts, and (on supported models) push diagnostic codes to a service technician without a callout. Setup friction is normal; once connected, expect stable day-to-day operation from GE Profile's app.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 35.6" W × 69.9" H × 32.0" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 28.4 cu. ft., split 20.2 fresh / 8.2 freezer.
Bottom line
The GE Profile PAD28BYT 28 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a sensible upgrade over the mainstream tier — meaningful spec and finish gains without the full luxury premium.
Full Specs
Capacity Total capacity | 28.4 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 20.2 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 8.2 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 35.6" |
| Height | 69.9" |
| Depth | 32.0" |
| Depth (with handles) | 34.5" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 699 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $112 |
Features Ice maker | Yes |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | Yes |
| Smart features | Yes |
| Door style | Bottom Freezer |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, White |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Eye-level fridge section reduces stooping for daily use
- ✓ENERGY STAR certified for lower annual operating cost
- ✓Wi-Fi connectivity with mobile app diagnostics and alerts
- ✓Automatic ice maker keeps the bin stocked without trays
–Cons
- ✕No major drawbacks at this price
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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