As energy costs climb and food prices stay high, more households are rethinking how they use their appliances. The ideal temperature settings for your freezer and refrigerator play a crucial role in ...

You don’t have to know how Wi-Fi works to appreciate its presence. It’s the same for frost-free fridge technology. Just rest assured that your fridge undertakes constant mini defrosts, so that you don ...

Is there a “correct” temperature for refrigerators and freezers? Yep: A fridge temperature of 37° F will keep fresh food good for as long as possible—with no ice crystals on lettuce or bacteria ...

Q: I’m not sure if my refrigerator temperature setting is working properly. The foods in it don’t seem all that cold, but I have the dial set at the recommended level. What temperature should a ...

If your freezer isn't working right, check for worn gaskets, dirty coils, or an overly empty freezer. Humid weather, dirty coils, and old models can lead to freezers that can't maintain the right ...

I tested nearly every setting my fridge has to offer to find out which number on the dial hits the sweet spot. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech ...