Midea MRS25I7 25 cu. ft. Side-by-Side
Quick verdict
The Midea MRS25I7 25 cu. ft. Side-by-Side is a 24.6 cu. ft. side-by-side from Midea in the budget tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 624 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the side-by-side class. At about $900, it sits below the median price per cubic foot for this layout. Standout features: an ice maker. Our reviewers rate it 4.1/5 — best for family sized households.
Best for
- Families of 4-5
Key specs
- Capacity
- 24.6 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 35.8" × 69.9" × 33.5"
- Annual energy
- 624 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- Ice ✓ · No water
- Wi-Fi
- No
Our Review
The Midea MRS25I7 25 cu. ft. Side-by-Side is a 24.6 cu. ft. side-by-side refrigerator from Midea, sitting in the sub-$1,000 range. With a 14.5 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 10.1 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for families of 4-5.
What stands out
At this price, Midea delivers the headline specs (capacity, ice maker, ENERGY STAR rating where present) and skips the extras. If you need a working refrigerator and don't care about cabinet-flush styling or app integration, that's a fair trade.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 35.8" W × 69.9" H × 33.5" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 24.6 cu. ft., split 14.5 fresh / 10.1 freezer.
Bottom line
The Midea MRS25I7 25 cu. ft. Side-by-Side delivers the basics at one of the lowest prices in the category. If your goal is a working fridge with the right capacity, this gets the job done.
Full Specs
Capacity Total capacity | 24.6 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 14.5 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 10.1 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 35.8" |
| Height | 69.9" |
| Depth | 33.5" |
| Depth (with handles) | 36.0" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 624 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $100 |
Features Ice maker | Yes |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | No |
| Smart features | No |
| Door style | Side-by-Side |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Tall, narrow compartments fit pizza boxes in the freezer
- ✓ENERGY STAR certified for lower annual operating cost
- ✓Automatic ice maker keeps the bin stocked without trays
- ✓Aggressive pricing makes it one of the cheapest ways into the category
–Cons
- ✕Narrow fridge section limits room for wide platters or sheet pans
- ✕Trim and drawer hardware feel lighter than premium competitors
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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