I have a Samsung side-by-side fridge and it works just dandy, had it for almost a year and a half with no problems. It is a little too big for the space I put it in so the door handles hit my wall but it still opens fine.
Also have the LG high efficiency front loading washer and dryer which are absolutely great, huge capacity and work well. The only gripe with them is the washer cycles take about 50+ minutes and the dryer has a funky censor sometimes, larger items, like pants or hoodies are not always dry when the censor says they are done and need 15 more minutes or so.
Biggest advice I would give you about appliance shopping is to bargain. Particularly if the brand/style you are looking for is available at multiple stores. Don't let people tell you otherwise, even at stores like Besy Buy and department stores, you can always ask for discounts, price matches, free warranties, free delivery and setup, etc. Even if you haven't been to the other store, tell them you can get it for cheaper at a different store, they won't call them and will likely price match it or beat it. It can save you hundreds of dollars.
