Side-by-side refrigerators remain a classic choice for busy kitchens and organized households. By splitting the fresh food and freezer compartments vertically from top to bottom, they offer easy eye-level access to both frozen goods and fresh groceries, making them a fantastic fit for narrow kitchen layouts and tight galies where wide doors can't swing fully open.
However, side-by-side models come with their own specific mechanical profile: they feature full-height cooling loops, built-in door ice and water dispensers, and high-duty compressors. Because these cooling systems work hard to maintain two distinct vertical climate zones, the compressor and condenser fan cycle frequently.
When installed on wood subfloors, tile, or vinyl planking, that operational energy can transfer directly through the appliance's leveling legs into your floor joists, turning your kitchen floor into an acoustic amplifier.
Here is a look at the top-rated side-by-side refrigerators on the market today—and how to keep them running whisper-quiet.
Top-Rated Side-by-Side Refrigerator Models
If you're looking for dependable performance, sleek organization, and great value in a side-by-side layout, these models lead the pack:
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GE GSE23GGPWW: A clean, classic white 33-inch model that offers reliable temperature management and integrated door dispensing for smaller kitchen footprints.
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GE GSS25GYPFS: A fan-favorite 25 cu. ft. unit featuring fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, slide-out glass shelves, and crisp factory-installed ice making.
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GE GZS22IYNFS: A stylish counter-depth design that sits nearly flush with your cabinets, giving you a custom built-in aesthetic without taking up precious walkway space.
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LG LHSXS2706S: A massive 27 cu. ft. ultra-capacity side-by-side boasting LG's SpacePlus® ice system and sleek, modern flat doors.
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GE GSS25GGPBB: A bold, high-capacity black stainless option that brings durable GE cooling performance to contemporary kitchen designs.
Why Side-by-Side Refrigerators Need Vibration Isolation
Even high-efficiency modern compressors are bound by the laws of physics. When kinetic vibration from the motor travels down through four rigid contact points on your floor, two primary issues pop up:
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Acoustic Resonance: The open space between floor joists acts like a drum, amplifying the compressor's natural 60Hz hum into adjoining rooms or the living area below.
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Door Shelf & Cabinet Rattles: Micro-vibrations can travel up the frame, causing glass condiment bottles or door bins to jingle quietly whenever the cooling cycle kicks in.
Installing Silent Feet for Refrigerators creates a physical "break" between the refrigerator and your home's structure. Made from genuine viscoelastic Sorbothane®, Silent Feet absorb up to 94.7% of that mechanical energy, converting it into harmless microscopic heat before it ever touches your subfloor.
How to Install Silent Feet on Your Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Because side-by-side models are tall and front-heavy due to door storage, installing Silent Feet is a quick, two-person job that takes less than 5 minutes—no special tools required!
Clearance Note: Our Silent Feet anti-vibration pads add 5/8" to the height of the appliance. Make sure to check your vertical clearance beneath overhead cabinets or built-in enclosure trim before installing.
Step 1: Unplug & Prep
For safety, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the circuit breaker. Have a partner help you slide the refrigerator straight forward out of its cabinet alcove. Ensure the floor around the feet is clean and free of dust or grease.
Step 2: Lift the Rear
Have your partner help tilt the refrigerator slightly forward so the two rear feet/casters are lifted a couple of inches off the ground.
Step 3: Place the Rear Pads
Slide a Silent Feet pad under each of the rear contact points. Position the pad so the foot or caster sits centered inside the deep isolation cup. Lower the refrigerator back down onto the pads.
Step 4: Lift the Front
Tilt the refrigerator slightly backward from the front (or use a small pry lever under the front base frame) to raise the front leveling legs off the floor.
Step 5: Place the Front Pads & Level
Slide the remaining two Silent Feet under the front leveling feet. Carefully lower the unit back down, then slide the appliance back into its cabinet space. Place a bubble level on top of the fridge to make sure it's balanced, adjusting the built-in leveling legs if necessary.
The Result: Streamlined Organization, Zero Hum
Your kitchen should be a quiet space for cooking and gathering, not a background hum generator. By pairing a high-performance side-by-side model from GE or LG with a set of Silent Feet, you get the best of both worlds: maximum vertical storage and peaceful, vibration-free operation.
Onward to a peaceful kitchen!
