LG 655L 3 Star Smart Inverter Frost Free Side-by-Side (GL-B257HDSY)
Best for: Large families wanting the best-proven big side-by-side
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Researched by Khushal Thakkar · Founder & Lead Reviewer
Tracking 328 products across 13 categories · Data from Amazon, Flipkart & brand websites · Last updated 2026-09-30
Our Verdict
Bottom line: Our top side-by-side: the largest fridge we list at 655L, with more ratings than any other side-by-side here (4.2★ from 935). It is expensive to run, as all big side-by-sides are.
Pros
- 655L, the largest fridge we list
- 4.2★ across 935 ratings, the most of any side-by-side we list
- 50+ bought on Amazon in the past month (September 2026)
- Express Freeze, door alarm and a door-mounted ice maker
Cons
- 539 kWh a year, so running costs are high
- Only a 1-year product warranty
A good fit for
- Joint families
- Bulk shoppers
Skip it if you want
- Small kitchens
- Households of 2-3
How it compares
Next to the closest alternatives we list. This product's price is today's; the others are from our latest price check.
| Product | This productLG 655L 3 Star Smart Inverter Frost Free Side-by-Side (GL-B257HDSY)Best Overall |  Samsung 653L 3 Star Convertible 5-in-1 Wi-Fi Side-by-Side (RS76CG8003B1HL) |  Haier 602L 3 Star Expert Inverter Frost Free Side-by-Side (HRS-682KS) |  Godrej 600L 3 Star Inverter Glass Door Side-by-Side (RS EONVELVET 646C RIT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹72,990 | ₹81,990 | ₹63,680Lowest | ₹67,990 |
| Kitchen Score | 88/100Highest | 86/100 | 88/100Highest | 84/100 |
| Amazon rating | ★ 4.2 (935) | ★ 4.2 (531) | ★ 4.2 (598) | ★ 4.0 (455) |
| Type | Side-by-Side | Side-by-Side | Side-by-Side | Side-by-Side |
| Capacity | 655L (fresh 416L + freezer 239L) | 653L (fresh 409L + freezer 244L) | 602L (fresh 398L + freezer 204L) | 600L (fresh 387L + freezer 213L) |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 3 Star | 3 Star | 3 Star |
| Annual Energy | 539 kWh/year | 547 kWh/year | 528 kWh/year | 449 kWh/year |
| Defrost | Frost Free | Frost Free | Frost Free | Frost Free |
| Compressor | Smart Inverter | Digital Inverter | Expert Inverter | Inverter |
| Dimensions | 91.3W × 73.5D × 179H cm | 91.2W × 71.6D × 178H cm | 90.5W × 69.7D × 177.5H cm | 91W × 73D × 177H cm |
| Warranty | 1 Year Product + 10 Year Compressor | 1 Year Comprehensive + 10 Year Compressor | 1 Year Comprehensive + 10 Year Compressor | 5 Year Comprehensive (on registration) + 10 Year Compressor |
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Expert Analysis
Design & Build
Dazzle Steel side-by-side, 91.3cm wide, with an internal LED display.
Performance
Smart Inverter compressor with Multi Air Flow and a deodorizer; rated at 539 kWh a year.
Indian Kitchen Fit
416L of fresh-food space and a 239L freezer suit joint families and bulk shoppers.
Value for Money
At about ₹75,000 it costs less than Samsung's 653L and has a larger review base.
Indian Kitchen Score™
Our research-based judgment of how well this suits an Indian home, across five factors. It isn't a lab test.
How we scoreFull Specifications
| Type | Side-by-Side |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 655L (fresh 416L + freezer 239L) |
| Star Rating | 3 Star |
| Annual Energy | 539 kWh/year |
| Defrost | Frost Free |
| Compressor | Smart Inverter |
| Features | Multi Air Flow, Express Freeze, Smart Diagnosis, door-mounted ice maker |
| Dimensions | 91.3W × 73.5D × 179H cm |
| Warranty | 1 Year Product + 10 Year Compressor |
| Model | GL-B257HDSY |
Care & Maintenance
Check the kitchen doorway is wider than 92cm before buying
Frequently Asked Questions
It's ₹72,990 on Amazon. The MRP is ₹1,10,399, so that's 34% off. On Flipkart it was ₹72,990 when we last checked (14 Oct); Flipkart prices change often, so compare both before buying.
LG scores 92/100 for After-Sales Service in our Indian Kitchen Score™: our judgment of how established its service network and warranty are in India. Warranty on this model: 1 Year Product + 10 Year Compressor.
Type: Side-by-Side. Capacity: 655L (fresh 416L + freezer 239L). Star Rating: 3 Star. Annual Energy: 539 kWh/year.