Product review (5 stars): Sidekick almost perfect
I really like the idea of a freezer only unit and its matching companion the refrigerator only unit. this makes the frost free mechanisma simpler and more reliable. During our kitchen remodel the cabinetry was specifically made to hold these units. However when we were ready Sears was out of stock so we had to purchase these at another store. I think the wait would have been better. Delivery brought the unit with a very small crack in one of the shelves and I had to go to Whirlpool myself to get it corrected. Minor I know but still when paying for a new unit and paying for delivery to boot, but thats another story.

I have read many reviews about the noise and the freezer having a weird suction and being a bit annoying to open. I can confirm both of these. First the noise. It really seems to be a matter of opinion. I would say yes it is noisier than a standard fridge with the companion fridge not as noisy as the freezer unit. Its not objectionable in a working kitchen but when times are quieter it is more noticeable. We don't seem to mind it but others might.

The suction problem seems to be only affecting some of the freezer units and not the fridge. Don't know why this problem exists. The probles seems to exist only if reopening the door within a few minutes but not after a few hours.