I had other ice dispenser refridgerators in the past. It always annoyed me that water would drip down the front of the fridge when I finished. With the ice dispenser in the freezer it is a game changer. I have 2 choices of the ice sizes, the smaller one for a quicker cold beverage to the larger size for a longer lasting cold drink. Also, with just one or two scoops and your done with the ice and the water pitcher is always ready with it's auto fill function which I also love very much! Additonally, I use the water pitcher my coffee water reservior instantly!