Does counter depth mean it sits flush with my cabinets?

Close, not flush. The body is about 24 inches deep, but doors and handles stick out several inches. With the door open 90 degrees it needs about 44 inches of clearance.

Is it Energy Star certified?

No. It uses about 633 kWh a year, which is high for a fridge this size. Expect higher running costs than an Energy Star model.

Does it have Wi-Fi or smart features?

No. There is no app, Wi-Fi or smart-home connectivity. It is a conventional fridge with an in-door ice and water dispenser.

Where is the ice maker, and does it need a water line?

The ice maker is factory installed in the freezer, and the dispenser is in the freezer door. It needs a plumbed water line for ice and water.

How does it compare with a standard-depth French door fridge?

It gives up some depth and capacity to sit closer to your cabinets. A standard-depth model of the same width holds more food but sticks out further into the kitchen.

What colors does it come in?

Stainless steel and black stainless steel, both with metal reach-through handles.

KitchenAid 36 in. 21.9 Cu. ft Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator

Q: Where is the KitchenAid 36 in. 21.9 Cu. ft Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator cheapest?

At Alabama Appliance Outlet, for $1,799.00, 41% off, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the KitchenAid 36 in. 21.9 Cu. ft Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator?

Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 1,700 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the KitchenAid 36 in. 21.9 Cu. ft Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator?

11 stores we checked sell it, including Alabama Appliance Outlet, Express Appliance and Mattress, Queen City Homestore, Nordam Appliance, John Plyler Home Center.

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What reviewers say

3.7 / 51,700 ratings

Ratings are mixed at 3.7 out of 5. Owners praise the counter-depth look, the space and the lighting, but a large share report ice maker failures, noise and temperature swings.

What people mention

Ice makerCriticisedOwners often report the ice maker jamming, slowing down or failing within the first couple of years.
NoiseCriticisedSome say the compressor and fan run louder than expected, especially at night in open kitchens.
TemperatureMixedSome owners find cooling even, while others report warm spots or swings between the fridge and freezer.
Counter-depth fitPraisedBuyers like that it sits close to flush with cabinets and looks integrated.
CapacityPraisedOwners say the fresh-food section holds a lot for a counter-depth fridge, with usable shelf spacing.
LightingPraisedBright LED lighting in the fridge and freezer is called out as a plus.

About the KitchenAid 36 in. 21.9 Cu. ft Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator

This KitchenAid French door refrigerator is a freestanding, counter-depth model for the kitchen. It has three doors and stainless steel metal reach-through handles. The total capacity is 21.94 cu. ft., with 16-7/20 cu. ft. in the refrigerator section and 5.59 cu. ft. in the freezer.

It uses a single evaporator cooling system with automatic defrost. A factory-installed automatic ice maker and ice dispenser are located in the freezer. LED lighting is used inside, including in the freezer, and a door alarm is included. The refrigerator has no smart connectivity and is not for commercial use.

Style

French door, 3 doors

Colors

Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel

Total capacity

21.94 cu. ft.

Dimensions

72 in H x 35-5/8 in W (cabinet) x 44-1/8 in D (door open 90 degrees)

Installation

Freestanding, counter depth

Cooling

Single evaporator, automatic defrost