Large capacity refrigerator buying guide
Upgrading to a larger capacity home refrigerator gives you more cubic feet of storage for family-favorite fresh foods like meat, dairy and produce, as well as prepared foods and leftovers. If you have a large family, this extra storage space can help ensure that you have plenty for everyone while storing more essentials. With a large capacity refrigerator, you can stock up on food and cut down on trips to the grocery store.
How big is a large capacity refrigerator?
Typically, large capacity refrigerators can be around 36 inches wide, over 70 inches tall and around 33 to 35 inches deep. Capacity generally ranges from around 22-31 cu. ft. and higher, although this may vary.
If your current refrigerator is frequently overstuffed or can no longer hold all the groceries you need between shopping days, that may be an indication that it’s time to upgrade to a larger fridge.
Shop large capacity refrigerators from Whirlpool brand
Whirlpool® Large Capacity Refrigerators offer the storage options you need to store your family’s favorites. Select models such as this Whirlpool® Refrigerator feature Large Capacity Freezer Ice Storage, which stores over 7 lbs of ice with a built-in ice maker in the freezer. Use it to fill the cooler, or turn it off for additional frozen storage space.
Large capacity refrigerator types and sizes
The largest capacity refrigerators from Whirlpool brand measure up to 36 inches wide and over 70 inches high, so you’ll need to be sure you have adequate room available to install this type of appliance. Depth is also a consideration; some kitchens lack the space for a deeper refrigerator. As you consider different refrigerator types, size, storage space and configuration are all important factors.
Before you start shopping for your roomy new refrigerator, measure the dimensions of the area where you’d like to put it. If you need some help, follow this easy refrigerator measuring guide.
Large capacity refrigerator types and sizes from Whirlpool brand
Here are some of the large capacity refrigerators (within their respective configurations) from Whirlpool brand to give you an idea of some of the dimensions and capacities available:
| Style | Model Number | Height | Width | Depth | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side-by-Side | WRS588FIH | 68" | 36" | 34 7⁄8" | 28 cu. ft. |
| French Door | WRFF3136SB | 70" | 35 3⁄4" | 36 3⁄4" | 31 cu. ft. |
| Top Freezer | WRT541SZDZ | 66 1⁄4" | 32 3⁄4" | 34" | 21 cu. ft. |
| Bottom Freezer | WRB322DMB | 70" | 32 5⁄8" | 33 3⁄8" | 22 cu. ft. |
| Counter Depth | WRFC3036RZ | 68 7/8" | 35 5⁄8" | 31 1/2" | 24 cu. ft. |
Large side-by-side refrigerators
With side-by-side vertical storage, this refrigerator configuration lets you decide how to store and organize both fresh and frozen foods, giving you the ability to place items exactly where you need them.
Select Whirlpool® large capacity side-by-side refrigerators offer Configuration Visibility to let you see everything in your freezer, thanks to an upright design. No more digging for what you need.
Large French door refrigerators
Bring a contemporary look to your kitchen with this style while offering easy access to fresh favorites with frozen items conveniently tucked away in a drawer below. Narrow double doors make French door refrigerators a great pick for tight spaces or high-traffic areas. Compare French door vs. side-by-side refrigerators to see which model is the right choice for your kitchen. Some of these fridges, such as this model by Whirlpool brand, can reach up to 31 cu. ft.
“This French Door refrigerator has our biggest capacity1 in its category,” says Whirlpool Product Marketing Senior Manager Joao Wiese. “The large capacity will surprise you and your family! It’s family-sized, to provide extra space, more ice and flexible organization to keep up with all your family’s needs.”
Select large capacity French door refrigerators from Whirlpool brand offer Maximum Organization, Minimum Clutter to maximize organization and minimize clutter with smart storage and a large capacity. Six unique storage zones, including EasyReach Zone, EasyView Drawers and Pizza Pocket, make it easy for your family to find and fit the foods they love.
Large top-freezer refrigerators
This classic refrigerator setup keeps frozen items up top and refrigerated items below, each in their own large space for a continuous storage layout. Top-freezer models generally run smaller than most other configurations, so “large capacity” models in this category will generally fall below the usual large capacity cu. ft. range. But don’t let that hold you back if you enjoy this configuration. For instance, at only 29.5 inches wide, this top-freezer refrigerator by Whirlpool brand gives your family plenty of storage space at 19.3 cu. ft.
“This is one of the largest capacity top-mount refrigerators in the 30”-width industry,” says Whirlpool Product Marketing Director for Refrigeration, Ingrid Sanchez. “This refrigerator provides maximum space for a 2-door configuration.”
Large bottom-freezer refrigerators
This style of refrigerator puts fresh ingredients at eye level, with frozen items stored in a convenient pull-out drawer that helps you quickly access the items you use most often. Compare top vs. bottom-freezer refrigerators to see which model works best for your kitchen. While some of these models aren’t technically large capacity, they are some of the larger models in this category by Whirlpool brand.
Large convertible refrigerator/freezer combo
For even more flexibility in adapting to your family’s changing storage needs, Whirlpool brand offers a 16 cu. ft. freezer that can convert to a refrigerator, giving you extra fresh storage space when you need it. With 3-level storage and baskets that glide from side to side on each level for easy access, these models provide plenty of room for either fresh or frozen favorites.
Large counter-depth refrigerators
Counter-depth refrigerators sometimes have a smaller capacity than standard models as well as standard large capacity models overall, but can still offer significant storage space. The space lost to depth is often made up for in width and height. Whirlpool brand offers select counter-depth refrigerator options that allow you to get plenty of cubic foot storage from your available footprint. The largest counter-depth refrigerator from Whirlpool brand has a capacity of 24 cu. ft.
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A refrigerator for every kitchen
Whether you need extra freezer space or an exterior ice and water dispenser, Whirlpool brand has refrigerator options for you
Which refrigerator has the most storage space?
Depending on the brand and model of your refrigerator, there may be different configurations that offer the most storage space for your family’s favorite foods.
Whirlpool brand offers a French door refrigerator with 31 cu. ft. of storage space. Features include Large Capacity Freezer Ice Storage, which stores over 7 lbs of ice with a built-in ice maker in the freezer and Total Coverage Cooling, which uses multi-flow vents to direct fresh, chilled air throughout the refrigerator to help keep an even temperature at every shelf.
A wide selection of large capacity refrigerators from Whirlpool brand offers a great way to store more so you have exactly what you need when you need it. Explore the full lineup from Whirlpool brand and find the right refrigerator for your home today.
Large capacity refrigerator features
Large capacity refrigerators offer the storage space you need to fit your family’s groceries, and various features on select models like unique organization options and built-in ice and water dispensers add even more to love. Explore large capacity refrigerator features found on various models from Whirlpool brand below to help you find the best fit for your home.
EasyReach Zone: This storage zone and adjustable divider provide countless ways to keep tall items organized. With more than a foot of space for tall items, you can store two 1-gallon milk jugs and two 2-liter soda bottles at the same time.
EasyView™ Drawers: Keep oversized produce visible with stacked EasyView™ Drawers. Two large-capacity drawers hold a 4-lb cabbage, two 5-ounce packages of leafy greens and a 3-lb melon at the same time.
Prep & Store System: 5 dishwasher- and microwave-safe2 bins are great for prepping dinner, storing leftovers or grabbing a snack, and provide a great way to maximize storage while saving space.
In-Door Filtered Water Dispenser & Ice Maker: This ice maker holds up to 3.5 lbs of ice. The ice bucket is also removable to make filling coolers easy for any family adventure.
Pizza Pocket: Easily store frozen pizzas upright without the hassle of trying to fit them on flat freezer shelves with the Pizza Pocket.
Panoramic LED Lighting: Panoramic LED Lighting provides an illuminated interior for more visibility and less food waste.
- Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Finish: Resist fingerprints and smudges with an easy-to-clean stainless finish.
Explore Whirlpool® Large Capacity Refrigerators
Find the storage space and organization solutions you need to keep after-school snacks and the ingredients for family dinner in easy reach with large capacity refrigerators from Whirlpool brand. Explore options in side-by-side, French door and even 4-door configurations to find the right fit for your home.
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