Samsung RF80H30CE 28 cu. ft. French Door
Quick verdict
The Samsung RF80H30CE 28 cu. ft. French Door is a 28.5 cu. ft. French door from Samsung in the upper-mainstream tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 764 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the French door class. Standout features: Wi-Fi, through-the-door water, an ice maker. Our reviewers rate it 4.5/5 — best for large capacity households.
Best for
- Large families
- Open-plan kitchens
- Smart-home households
Key specs
- Capacity
- 28.5 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 35.9" × 70.3" × 35.0"
- Annual energy
- 764 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- Ice ✓ · Water ✓
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
Our Review
The Samsung RF80H30CE 28 cu. ft. French Door is a 28.5 cu. ft. French door refrigerator from Samsung, sitting in the $2,000–$3,500 range. With a 19.7 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 8.8 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for large families.
What stands out
This is squarely a mainstream model — Samsung 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.
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 Samsung's app.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 35.9" W × 70.3" H × 35.0" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 28.5 cu. ft., split 19.7 fresh / 8.8 freezer.
Bottom line
The Samsung RF80H30CE 28 cu. ft. French Door 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 | 28.5 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 19.7 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 8.8 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 35.9" |
| Height | 70.3" |
| Depth | 35.0" |
| Depth (with handles) | 37.5" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 764 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $122 |
Features Ice maker | Yes |
| Water dispenser | Yes |
| Wi-Fi connected | Yes |
| Smart features | Yes |
| Door style | French Door |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓French door layout puts daily items at eye level
- ✓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
- ✓Through-the-door water and ice dispenser
–Cons
- ✕Smart features rely on the brand's app — useful but not essential
- ✕Through-door dispensers add complexity — a common service-call area
- ✕Annual energy use trends above the class average
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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