Consumer Reports ratings are no where as useful as they were 20-30 years ago, and the print edition no longer contains much in the way of real reviews. The website has left me disappointed the last few times I've looked at it (I get free access to it via my local library).
However, I did just use their website to research a new dishwasher (Bosch is the best overall brand) and a new range. Both are for our upcoming kitchen remodel - although the dishwasher wasn't planned... the old one just broke 2 days ago.
Unlike dishwashers, where Bosch holds the top 5 rated models, the top of the refrigerator ratings has ones from many different manufacturers.
