Upright Freezer Recommendations

[repairman54]

Another thing is it's not so much where it was made, as it is quality and type of parts used. Compressor motors today are cheap. And ice makers that used to be plumbed with flared copper tubing, now are all piped with snap together plastic tubing and fittings.... As are most under sink R.O. systems.

Leaking ice makers are one of the leading causes of water damage in homes today. I personally know 2 people who had their floors destroyed by ice makers that failed..... But you're buying a freezer, so at least you are safe there.

Usually its those plastic water lines. Stainless braided water line is the way to go. Better than copper with compression fittings and less kinking issues also.
Especially on city water with higher water pressures.
And more friendly to pulling out the fridge regularly to clean.

 

[Thermo1223]

Maytag:
Model MZF34X20DW - assembled in USA, $849, 20ft3, upright, auto defrost, white, 10-year parts warranty on compressor, reversible door, 4 adjustable wire shelves, fast freeze option, no door alarm, no temperature alarm

Anything with a 10 year parts on the compressor probably uses an variable speed style with an inverter which isn't a bad thing and more efficient.

 

[billt460]

Usually its those plastic water lines. Stainless braided water line is the way to go. Better than copper with compression fittings and less kinking issues also.
Especially on city water with higher water pressures.
And more friendly to pulling out the fridge regularly to clean.

I have the braided Stainless Steel lines on mine. The problem is the internal lines inside the unit are plastic.

And as always plumbing is only as strong as its weakest link. It's much the same with washing machines.