This “Absolutely Outstanding” Refrigerator Gadget Keeps My Food Fresh Longer and Eliminates Odors

Micki Wagner
Micki WagnerCommerce Writer
I cover everything kitchen-related, from cookware and countertop appliances to pantry staples and cleaning and organizing must-haves. I’m based in New York, NY.
published Jan 9, 2025
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I love my kitchen, and I spend quite a bit of time there throughout my week. Given how much I cook, I also really love the appliances in it that make cooking so much easier. From my countertop MVPs, like my Wonder Oven and my Keurig, to my larger equipment, like my oven, I am constantly using all of the appliances available to me. But there is one I’ve recently realized I have not given as much attention to as the others. 

That appliance is my humble refrigerator. Even though I use it all day long, I haven’t spent much time thinking about how it works or if I could make it work even better. But all that changed when I started using Vitesy’s Shelfy. This smart device has given me great insight into how my fridge is running and has tackled some not-so-nice odors for me at the same time. I have become such a fan of this little gadget that I now can’t imagine not having it in my fridge. And if you want one too, you’re in luck — because it’s currently on sale on Amazon!

What Is the Vitesy Shelfy?

When I got home to New York City after a 10-day trip back to my hometown of St. Louis, I noticed there was a funky odor in my fridge. After identifying (and removing) the food that was the issue, I decided it was a good time to test out my Shelfy, as it claimed it could help kick out that unsavory odor. Sure enough, it did, thanks to its built-in purifier. But it also does so much more than I originally expected — and it has totally changed how I view my fridge. 

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This smart device connects to the Vitesy Hub app on my phone, which keeps me up-to-date on the temperature inside of my fridge and how long my fridge has been open on a given day. Plus, it tracks the remaining battery life of the Shelfy, as well as when I need to wash the filter again and when I should plan to clean my fridge. It also gives me an overall status of my fridge to help me keep it (and the things in it) in good shape. 

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Not to mention, installation was super easy. All I had to do was rinse the device’s filter, and then after that, I could turn it on and pair it to the app. I found a comfortable spot for it on one of the shelves inside the fridge door, and that was it! Easy-peasy. Plus, the brand claims it can also give you a little more time to enjoy your produce, thanks to its purifier. What’s not to love about that? 

Why I Love the Vitesy Shelfy

I’ll admit that initially I was wary of this device. Do I really need a smart device for my fridge? Turns out, yes, I do. This device has honestly made me realize how little I thought about my fridge and how I just always assumed it was running as it should unless there was a glaring issue (like it doesn’t feel cold anymore). One of the first things I learned? What a good temperature for a fridge is. I was surprised to learn that my fridge was actually 5 to 6 degrees warmer than the top end of the range the app supplies. After watching it remain that warm for a day or two, I went into my fridge and adjusted the settings. Now, my fridge sits comfortably in the middle of that temperature range. 

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But that’s not the only way Shelfy has helped me improve the way my fridge functions. It also tracks how long my fiancé and I keep the fridge open every day, noting when we’ve had it open a little too much during the day. Plus, it’s also a purifier that has helped rid my fridge of some gross odors that started while we were out of town for the holidays and has kept any new odors from occurring. 

I’ll be honest: I did not expect to love my Shelfy, but now I wouldn’t want to be without it. In just a week, I have learned so much about my refrigerator and have already seen improvements to how it functions. I’m actually excited to continue using it and see if it can help give me more time with my produce before it goes bad. 

Buy: Vitesy Shelfy, $149.99 (normally, $179.99)

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