How to connect a Samsung refrigerator to a phone: all methods and step-by-step instructions

Modern refrigerators Samsung with the function SmartThings or Family Hub turn into real smart devices that can be controlled from a smartphone. Connecting to your phone gives you access to remote temperature control, door open notifications, calendar sync, and even viewing recipes on the built-in screen. But how to properly configure this connection in order to avoid connection errors or synchronization problems?

In this article we will analyze all the current connection methods - from standard synchronization via Wi-Fi to alternative methods like NFC or Bluetooth. We will pay special attention to models with a display Family Hub (for example, Samsung RF23A9671SG or RS6HA8891B1), since their setup has nuances. You will also find out which Samsung models of 2020–2026 support full control from the phone without additional hubsand which will require a purchase SmartThings Station.

If your refrigerator does not connect to the application or constantly loses connection, at the end of the article you will find a section with solutions to problems - from resetting settings to updating firmware. And for those who are just planning a purchase, we have prepared a comparative table of functions of smart refrigerators Samsung of different series.

1. Which Samsung refrigerators can be connected to a phone

Not all models Samsung support remote control. The function is available only for refrigerators with:

• 📱 Built-in Wi-Fi module (series Family Hub, Bespoke, some models No Frost after 2018).
• 🔄 Support for SmartThings —check for the logo on the body or in instructions.
• 📶 Bluetooth or NFC —for simplified connection (for example, Samsung RB7000).

To find out for sure whether your model supports a connection with a phone, check:

1. The sticker on the back refrigerator panel - look for mention SmartThings or Wi-Fi.
2. Model in official Samsung catalog (section "Characteristics").
3. Presence of button Wi-Fi or Smart on the control panel.

If your refrigerator was manufactured before 2017, most likely, it does not support direct connection to the phone. In this case, you will need an additional hub SmartThings Station (about 5-7 thousand rubles).

Full list of supported series

• Family Hub (all models from 2016: RF23, RS27, RS6H, etc.)
• Bespoke (RB7*, RS6*, RF23* series after 2020 year)
• No Frost with Wi-Fi (for example, RL6*, RL40*, RL38*)
• Side-by-Side with display (RS25*, RS27*)

2. Preparing the refrigerator and phone for connection

Before synchronizing, make sure that both devices are ready:

⚠️ Attention: If your refrigerator is already connected to another Wi-Fi network (for example, at the dacha), you need to first resetTo do this:

1. Press and hold the button Wi-Fi (or Smart) on the panel for 10 seconds.
2. Wait for the indicator to blink - this is a reset signal.
3. If there is no button, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute.

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3. Connect through the SmartThings application (main method)

This is the most reliable and universal method that works for most models. Follow. instructions:

1. Open the SmartThings application on your phone and log in to your account Samsung (or register).
2. Click Add device (the "+" icon in the upper right corner).
3. Select category Household appliances → Refrigerators.
4. Follow the prompts on the screen. The application will offer:
• 🔍 Scan the QR code (located on the sticker inside the refrigerator or on the screen). back panel).
• 📶 Connect to a temporary network of the refrigerator (if there is no QR code).

Select your home Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz only!) and enter the password.

Wait for the setup to complete (may take up to 5 minutes).

If the refrigerator is not located:

• 🔌 Make sure it is plugged in and the indicator light is on Wi-Fi.
• 📵 Make sure your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as refrigerator.
• 🔄 Reboot the router and try again.

4. Alternative connection methods

If the standard method does not work or your model does not support SmartThings, try these options:

📶 Connecting via NFC (for supported models)

Some refrigerators Samsung (for example, Bespoke RF23A9671) support fast synchronization by NFC:

1. Activate NFC on your phone (in settings Wireless networks).
2. Touch the phone to a special mark on the refrigerator (usually on the door or control panel).
3. Confirm the connection in the application SmartThings.

🔗 Connection via SmartThings Station (for older models)

If your refrigerator was manufactured before 2018, you will need a hub SmartThings Station:

1. Connect the hub to a power outlet and your home Wi-Fi network.
2. Add the hub to the application SmartThings.
3. Bring the phone to the refrigerator and follow the pairing instructions.

5. Setting up functions after connection

After successful synchronization, you will have access to the following functions (depending on the model):

• 🌡️ Remote temperature control — change cooling modes directly from your phone.
• 🔔 Notifications — alerts about an open door, power surges or the end of ice.
• 📅 Synchronization with the calendar —the refrigerator will show your reminders on the display.
• 🛒 Managing shopping lists —adding products through a voice assistant Bixby.
• 🎵 Media functions (for models with a display) - viewing recipes, listening to music via Spotify.

To set up notifications:

1. Open the application SmartThings.
2. Select your refrigerator in the list of devices.
3. Go to Settings → Notifications.
4. Enable options:
   • 🚪"Door is open"
   • ⚡"Power surge"
   • ❄️"Temperature is above normal"

⚠️ Attention: Function voice control (via Bixby or Alice) works only for refrigerators with a display Family Hub and requires separate settings in the menu Settings → Voice assistant.

6. Solving connection problems

If the refrigerator does not connect to the phone, check these points:

If all else fails, perform full reset of the refrigerator:

1. Unplug the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
2. Press and hold the button Power Cool + Fridge (or Freezer) simultaneously for 15 seconds.
3. After rebooting, repeat the connection procedure.
What to do if after resetting the refrigerator does not turn on?

If after resetting the refrigerator does not respond to buttons or does not turn on, check:

• 🔌 Reliability of connection to the outlet (try a different cable).
• ⚡ Presence of voltage in the network (the circuit breaker on the panel may have tripped).
• 📞 Contact support Samsung by phone 8-800-555-55-55 (free call).

7. Comparison of functions of Samsung smart refrigerators

Not all models support the same set of features. The table below compares key functions for popular series:

Model/Series	Remote control	Family Hub display	Voice assistant	NFC connection	Price (from)
Family Hub (RF23A9671, RS6HA8891)	✅ Yes	✅ 21.5" touch	✅ Bixby, Alisa	✅ Yes	250 000 ₽
Bespoke (RB7300, RS6HA8891)	✅ Yes	❌ No (except top models)	❌ No	✅ Yes	180 000 ₽
No Frost with Wi-Fi (RL6*, RL40*)	✅ Yes (basic functions)	❌ No	❌ No	❌ No	120 000 ₽
Side-by-Side (RS25J5*)	✅ Yes	✅ 10.1" display	✅ Bixby	❌ No	220 000 ₽

⚠️ Attention: Prices and available features may vary by region and year of manufacture. For accurate information, check the specifications of a specific model on Samsung official website.

Frequently asked questions

Can I connect a Samsung refrigerator to an iPhone?

Yes, but with limitations:

• Application SmartThings available for iOS 13+.
• Function NFC connections on iPhone does not work (for Android only).
• Voice control via Siri is not available - only via Bixby or Alice (if supported by the model).

To connect, use the standard method via Wi-Fi.

Do I need to pay to use SmartThings?
No, the application SmartThings and all basic refrigerator control functions are free. Payment may only be required for:
• Subscription to premium content (for example, recipes from a chef).
• Additional cloud services (if introduced in the future).

At the time of publication of this article, there are no paid functions for refrigerators Samsung exists.

How to disconnect a refrigerator from your phone?

To break the connection:

1. Open the application SmartThings.
2. Select your refrigerator in the list of devices.
3. Click ⋮ → Delete device.
4. Confirm the action.

You can also reset the refrigerator settings to factory settings (see section 6).

Is it possible to control the refrigerator without the Internet?

No, for operation SmartThings requires a Wi-Fi connection. However:

• The refrigerator will work in offline mode (cooling, defrosting, etc.).
• Some models (for example, Family Hub) allow you to use local functions on the display without the Internet (viewing the calendar, notes).

Supports Is my 2015 Samsung refrigerator connected to a phone?

Most likely not. Refrigerators Samsung until 2017 were not equipped with Wi-Fi or SmartThings modules. An exception is the first models (2016), but they may require a firmware update or an additional hub. rules Family Hub (2016), but they may require a firmware update or an additional hub SmartThings Station.

Check the exact model name on the sticker inside the refrigerator and check with official database.