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Disappointed with a premium LG fridge I purchased the LG GS-V600MBLC 635L InstaView fridge in December 2025, expecting a premium appliance that would provide years of reliable service. Unfortunately, I am now disappointed with my purchase. Recently, the water dispenser has completely stopped working. For a fridge in this price range, I find it unacceptable that such a basic and important feature can simply stop functioning after only a relatively short period of ownership.
What is even more frustrating is being told that I need to turn the fridge off for more than two days to determine whether the water line has iced up.
Seriously, LG — what am I supposed to do with all the food inside my fridge and freezer for two days? Am I expected to risk losing hundreds of dollars worth of groceries just to troubleshoot a water dispenser?
This is supposed to be one of LG's premium models, featuring a plumbed ice and water dispenser, InstaView and other high-end features. I didn't purchase a budget fridge, and I certainly didn't expect to be dealing with this kind of issue within the first year.
I am now seriously questioning my decision to purchase LG when I could have chosen the Electrolux instead.
A fridge should be reliable, and when a simple feature such as a water dispenser stops working, there should be a practical way to diagnose and repair it without putting the customer's food at risk.
At this stage, I cannot recommend the LG GS-V600MBLC. I expected much better from a premium appliance and from LG.
LG, this is not good.
Purchased in at Goodguys for $2,799.
- Household Size: 2 person(s)
TLDR - 4.5 stars - very good - That being said, we are currently only 4 months in to ownership and lots can change over time. We also have had no modern fridge to compare it against. Competition - If Mitsubishi had a Japanese made fridge with plumbed ice and water, we likely would have purchased that instead based on that brand's excellent reviews even though it likely would have been significantly more expensive.
Dimensions - installed, our fridge is 178cm high, and 91cm wide. (You will want additional air gaps of 4+ cm on each side and above)
Price - we paid $1,888 in the black friday sales (Nov 2024) for this fridge from Retravision which included basic delivery to Brisbane.
Review - Overall, we really like this fridge and wish we had purchased a plumbed fridge far sooner. I personally prefer this fridge's side-by-side (freezer on left, fridge on right) design, compared to the french door fridge. The fact that the side-by-side is roughly half the cost of the french door equivalent makes for a compelling argument as well! I also like the fact that this fridge has switched back to a supposedly more reliable traditional 'smart' inverter versus the linear compressor - though this likely comes with a higher energy consumption.
The fridge is very good, but has a few quirks which I will enumerate below:
1) The supplied water filter which connects inline between water supply tap and the fridge is completely external, and is roughly the size of a 400ml water bottle. It is recommended to replace it every 6 months. We were able to hide the filter above the fridge in a cabinet and drill access holes for the water lines, along with an access port that enables us to turn off the water supply in order to replace the filter. The fridge is big and the last thing you want to be doing is having to pull out the fridge from its cavity every 6 months - so good access to the filter and the ability to easily turn off the water supply is paramount.
2) Water/ice dispenser has no drip or catch tray, and particularly when dispensing ice, be prepared to have a cloth handy to wipe up spills. I suspect the area immediately around the dispenser will rust over time.
3) There is only very limited cold water on hand at any time - the fridge does not have a cold water reservoir, and the amount of 'cold'-ish water on hand would be equivalent to the small volume in its internal plumbing. With that being said, you should have plenty of ice available in potentially 3 different forms: crushed, cubed, and the large craft/cocktail ice balls.
4) The large craft/cocktail ice balls that form each day are deposited in to a plastic draw at the top of the freezer. Unlike most fridge/freezer draws that traditionally have tabs or a lip to prevent inadvertently ejecting the whole draw when softly pulling at it, no such mechanism exists for this ice draw. It thus requires a bit of extra care to ensure the draw and/or its contents are not dropped.
I hope this review helps others and will update it accordingly should any problems arise.
Purchased in at RetraVision for $1,888.
- Household Size: 4 person(s)
Great fridge... But... Given LG another chance after a row of appliance disappointments. So far - all good – The GS-V600MBLC refrigerator is an absolute game-changer for my household! Its sleek, modern design with a matte black finish adds a sophisticated touch to my kitchen. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the functionality is outstanding. With a large 635L capacity, it’s perfect for families or anyone who loves stocking up on groceries. The smart organisation inside the fridge ensures that everything has its place, making it incredibly easy to find what I need. The door-in-door feature is a brilliant addition, allowing quick access to frequently used items without opening the entire fridge, which helps save energy. Knock knock door is great to see inside the fridge without opening it up.
The smart inverter compressor works quietly and efficiently, maintaining consistent cooling while keeping the power bills in check. I also appreciate the built-in water (it is plumbed with an inline filter) and ice dispenser, which provides chilled water and ice cubes effortlessly - great for entertaining or everyday use. It also produces a "craft" e.g. giant balls of ice that are automatically dropped inside the tray in the freezer section.
Another standout feature is the smart connectivity. Being able to monitor and adjust settings from my phone is a convenience I didn’t realise I needed until I had it.
Overall, the GS-V600MBLC is a perfect combination of style, efficiency, and functionality. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a seemingly refrigerator that enhances both convenience and elegance in the kitchen!
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Hi! Thank you for bringing this to our attention, Alison. It's disappointing to know about the difficulties you experienced with your LG 635L Door-in-Door and that it did not meet expectations. We would like to look into this immediately to find the best solution for you. Please send an email to us at lgau.socialmedia@lge.com, and we will be ready to assist you as soon as you reach out. We hope to hear from you shortly.