I used to have a side-by-side but opted for a regular freezer top instead. I was very surprised of the interior space and also the improved quality of the water from the water filter. The only drawback is that I keep bumping my head on the (overhead) freezer door whenever I close the Fruits and Vegetable drawers at the bottom drawer of the fridge. It is necessary to step back a half step first and not stand straight up in order to avoid the "bump."