Despite being on the market for over 50 years, Dacor appliances don’t get the same spotlight as other luxury appliance brands—and we think that’s a shame. What buyers might not know is the manufacturer of high-end home appliances has a long trajectory of innovative designs and technologies that have literally shaped the market of premium appliances.
Follow along for everything you need to know before buying Dacor refrigeration in this article, as we take a look at how Dacor refrigeration adds to that legacy with Dacor refrigerator reviews from each of the brand’s styles.
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Exploring the Dacor Refrigerator Lineup
Dacor Refrigeration: Over 50 Years of Innovation
With a name like Dacor—which stands for Distinctive Appliance Corporation—the expectations for the luxury brand’s suite of appliances are nothing short of high. However, with a legacy of industry-firsts, from the first gas cooktops to use an edge-to-edge grate design to the introduction of the self-cleaning wall oven, Dacor truly lives up to its title as a distinguished brand, which directly carries into the Dacor lineup of refrigeration.
Ultimately, we describe Dacor’s style as ultra-clean, refined, and suited to modern tastes reflective of the brand’s California-based headquarters. That includes a standard stainless-steel finish on all refrigerator models, as well as the option to customize their looks with panel-ready refrigeration.
Ideal Dacor Refrigerator Buyer
There are aspirational kitchens that are all about the flash, and then there are luxury kitchens that highlight the sophistication of high-end appliances. When it comes to Dacor refrigerators, the ensemble of appliances appeals to those with super-minimalist palates since they opt for immaculate presentations that are the epitome of “less is more.”
While we’re fans of the Dacor’s streamlined look, performance also matters. In terms of capacity, Dacor is superior to competitors like Thermador, which offers a max volume of 20.8 cubic feet versus 24 from Dacor. However, Dacor trails brands like Sub-Zero, which makes models with up to 30.4 cubic-feet of storage (of course, at a higher price).
While color selection is limited, the panel-ready option (which will cost more) gives buyers the option to create whatever look they desire.
In the end, we recommend Dacor refrigeration to:
∆ Shoppers who appreciated handcrafted artistry
∆ Luxury buyers looking to save a little on professional refrigeration
∆ Entertainers
∆ Homeowners with standard-size kitchens
Dacor Refrigeration Styles
Now a subsidiary of Samsung, Dacor products empower users with new-age features that appeal to entertainers and food enthusiasts alike across a collection of built-in and counter depth refrigerators in four styles:
We’ve laid out what to expect from each Dacor refrigerator style here in this side-by-side comparison chart, followed by a quick look into what each style has to offer.
|
Attribute |
French Door |
Side-by-Side |
Column |
Wine Storage |
|
Configurations |
‣ Built-in ‣ Counter-depth |
‣ Built-in |
‣ Built-in |
‣ Built-in ‣ Undercounter |
|
Available Sizes (in.) |
‣ 36 ‣ 42 |
‣ 42 |
‣ 18 ‣ 24 ‣ 30 ‣ 36 |
‣ 24 |
|
Capacity Range (cu. ft.) |
‣ 21.3–23.5 |
‣ 24 |
‣ 9.5–21.6 |
‣ 45–100 bottles |
|
Smart Refrigeration Options |
✓ |
✗ |
✓ |
✓ |
|
Finishes |
‣ Stainless Steel ‣ Panel Ready |
‣ Stainless Steel ‣ Panel Ready |
‣ Stainless Steel ‣ Panel Ready |
‣ Stainless Steel ‣ Panel Ready |
|
Starting Price |
$3,199 |
$7,999 |
$6,499 |
$2,199 |
Dacor French Door Refrigerators
Buyers looking to stick to the originality of a French door refrigerator can upgrade their food preservation with a Dacor French door refrigerator. Each model comes with theatrical 3D lighting, a stainless-steel lined interior, plus Dual Icemakers with a Cocktail Ice function that produces slow-melting ice spheres perfect for your concoctions. From there, select brands feature:
⊳ Double/Triple Cooling Technology: Individual humidity and temperature control optimize freshness independently in the freezer and fresh produce compartment.
⊳ FreshZone: This storage drawer provides extra flexibility with adjustable temperatures settings for frozen and fresh foods.
⊳ FreshZone Plus Compartment: Dacor four-door French door refrigerators with this feature have an added compartment with the flexibility to go from freezer to fridge settings.
⊳ MetalCool Interior: With an added metal panel on the back, cold temperatures are better retained for maximum food preservation.
⊳ Beverage Center: Enjoy purified water in two ways: directly from the in-door dispenser or from the built-in pitcher that automatically refills.
⊳ Dual Reveal Doors: Each fridge door comes with an embedded panel for quick access to your kitchen’s most used items.
Recommended: Dacor® 22.6 Cu. Ft. Graphite Stainless Steel Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator (DRF36C000MT)
Showcasing an elegant graphite finish, this Dacor French door refrigerator has all the elements suited for modern kitchens with a refined palate. Open the main compartment to reveal three ample shelves lined with MetalCool stainless steel for quality and optimum temperature retention, all illuminated by brilliant 3D lighting. Roll out the additional FreshZone Drawer to unlock even more storage possibilities with four adjustable temperature settings for anything from poultry to chilled beverages.
Dacor Side-by-Side Refrigeration
The Dacor side-by-side refrigerator might be on the modest side, but the performance is mighty. On top of Energy Star-qualified performance, selection Energy Star-rated performance, Digital Inverter Technology helps keep internal temperatures at industry-leading accuracy, plus:
⊳ Metal Cooling Panel: A special lining that helps lock in the refrigerator climate while providing durability.
⊳ Power Cool/Power Freeze: This setting protects frozen and refrigerated goods by rapidly bringing the temperatures down after extended periods with the doors open.
⊳ Twin Cooling System: The freezer and refrigerator chambers each operate on their own for premium humidity and temperature without mixing air or odors.
Recommended: Dacor® Professional 24.0 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Built In Side-by-Side Refrigerator (DYF42SBIWR)
With Dacor’s signature sleek design, this 42-inch side-by-side refrigerator is a welcoming addition in kitchen spaces that are all about balance. Featuring the largest capacity in the Dacor lineup at 24-cubic-feet, this model provides ample room to bulk up, and with its vertical layout, items are easy to find in the freezer and refrigerator alike. Soft-closing hinges, a slide and fold shelf, and automatic humidity crispers round out the luxury of this professional side-by-side refrigerator for an experience that is as delightful as its presentation.
Dacor Column Refrigerators & Freezers
Dacor invites you to experience high-end design a whole new way with its series of custom column refrigeration and freezers. Crafted with stainless-steel walls and boasting industry-leading usable storage space, these handcrafted and individually tested built-in refrigeration units are the epitome of form and function. We also can’t help but appreciate their ability to keep temperatures within 0.5 degrees of set point (compared to other luxury brands like Sub-Zero that keeps it to one degree of set point). Here’s what else to expect:
⊳ Push-to-Open Door Assist: Full hands? Not a problem with this function that opens the door with a simple, soft nudge.
⊳ IQ Remote View: Using Wi-Fi, users have access to cameras inside Dacor column refrigerators for easy grocery inventory from a personal smart device.
⊳ SteelCool Stainless Steel Interior: Keep items at precise temperatures with the help of this special metal lining that also adds a dash of sophistication to the setup.
Recommended: Dacor® Contemporary 13.7 Cu. Ft. Panel Ready All Refrigerator Column (DRR24980RAP)
Whether you decide to go classic with a stainless-steel finish or use the panel-ready front to create a personalized look, this Dacor column refrigerator makes custom food storage look stylish. On top of a 13.7-cubic-foot capacity, this model features four full-width shelves, a FreshZone Drawer, plus SteelCool lining and 3D lighting for even more indulgence.
Recommended: Dacor® Contemporary 9.5 Cu. Ft. Panel Ready Upright Freezer Column (DRZ18980RAP)
Freeze with finesse inside this Dacor 18-inch column freezer complete with Push-to-Open Door Assist and a SteelCool finish on the inside. The Power Freeze function guards frozen items for temperature swings, while an Energy Star-qualified performance ensures the quality of this column freezer doesn’t come with a hefty cost.
Dacor Wine Storage
Cherish your vino collection the way it should be with Dacor’s innovative lineup of professional wine storage. With features like beechwood shelves that help regulate humidity and Precise Cooling Technology that preserves temperatures within an astounding 0.3 degrees of set point, every vintage stored inside one of these wine and beverage stations is given the royal treatment.
⊳ CleanPour: This exclusive design protects wine from oxidation for up to 60 days of freshness.
⊳ EasyGlide Racks: These smooth-gliding shelves keep wine bottles from jostling, which could cause flavor and body to degrade.
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Recommended: Dacor® Professional WineStation® Stainless Steel Wine Cooler (DYWS4)
This Dacor wine refrigerator—the star child of its lineup—is cool, modern, and will be the topic of conversation at every get-together. Showcasing Dacor CleanPour technology, store and dispense up to four bottles with up to two months of just-corked flavor. This model also comes in a panel-ready option for a one-of-a-kind look complemented by digital controls and Energy Star-rated performance for a complete package of style and efficiency.
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