Which is better for a family of four?

The Frigidaire. Its 25.6 cu. ft. gives you about a cubic foot more room, plus two sealed produce drawers and gallon door bins. The Whirlpool's 24.6 cu. ft. is workable but tighter.

Is the Frigidaire worth $463 more than the Whirlpool?

For most buyers, yes. You get Energy Star efficiency, more capacity, alarms and a much higher rating. If budget is tight, the Whirlpool at $797.00 is a lot of fridge for the money.

Which one has an ice and water dispenser in the door?

The Whirlpool does. The Frigidaire has an ice maker and a PurePour water filter but no through-door dispenser listed.

Neither maker publishes a lifespan figure. The Frigidaire's 4.6-star rating from over 20,000 shoppers is a better reliability signal than the Whirlpool's 3.8 stars, but both are standard-depth side-by-sides with similar construction.

Will either fit a 36-inch opening?

Both are 36 inches wide and about 69-5/8 to 69-7/8 inches tall, so either fits a standard 36-inch cutout. Check depth: the Frigidaire is 35 inches with the handle, the Whirlpool 31-5/8 inches without handles.

Which costs less to run?

The Frigidaire, on paper. It is Energy Star certified; the Whirlpool is not and lists 702 kWh per year. Actual savings depend on your electric rate.

Frigidaire FRSS2623AS Side-by-Side Refrigerator vs Whirlpool 36 in. Side-by-Side Refrigerator

Buy the Frigidaire FRSS2623AS if you want the larger, better-rated fridge: 25.6 cu. ft., Energy Star certified, 4.6 stars from over 20,000 ratings. Buy the Whirlpool 36 in. side-by-side if price is the deciding factor: it costs $797.00 at St. Louis Appliance Outlet as of November 5, 2026, versus $1,259.99 at Best Buy for the Frigidaire. The $463 gap buys you about 1 cu. ft. more space, Energy Star efficiency and a stronger track record, so the Frigidaire is the better long-term pick for most kitchens.

Today the Whirlpool 36 in. Side-by-Side Refrigerator costs $462.99 less at its best price.

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