Debate: OEM parts vs aftermarket for a Fridigaire fridge compressor?

So I had to replace a compressor on a Fridigaire fridge last month. The OEM part was $320 but the aftermarket was $150 from a supplier I trust. I went with the aftermarket to save money and it's been running fine for 3 weeks now... but I'm still worried about the warranty. Which way do you guys lean on this stuff?

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holly_williams1mo ago

I did the same thing on a 4 year old Fridigaire last year, went with a $130 aftermarket Copeland clone and it's still running strong no issues. Just make sure you get the exact tonnage match or you'll short cycle the thing to death.

stella3071mo ago

Honestly I used to be skeptical but this kinda changed my mind.