GE Refrigerators: Side-by-Side, Top-Freezer and Bottom-Freezer

GE makes a smart counter-depth side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer models from 11.9 to 24.8 cu. ft. and top-freezer models, including a garage-ready model.

By Shop Appliances Team· 4 min read
GE GZS24PYYFS stainless counter-depth side-by-side refrigerator in a colorful kitchen

GE refrigerators come in several layouts beyond French door. Side-by-side models put the freezer on one side with an extra-tall door dispenser, bottom-freezer models keep fresh food at eye level, and top-freezer models offer simple, roomy storage in narrower widths.

This guide compares six GE refrigerators using the details on each product page. For French door models, read our guide to GE French door refrigerators, or browse all GE refrigerators.

The short version
  • The GZS24PYYFS is a smart counter-depth side-by-side at 31 5/8" deep, with an extra-tall dispenser and an in-door icemaker.
  • The GDE25EYKFS is a bottom-freezer model with 24.8 cu. ft. and a factory-installed icemaker.
  • The GBE17HYRFS and GLE12HSPSS are counter-depth bottom-freezer models; the GLE12HSPSS is 23 1/2" wide.
  • The GTS22KYNRFS is a garage-ready top-freezer model, and the GTS18HGNRWW is a 17.5 cu. ft. top-freezer model.

Our top picks at a glance

Compare them side by side

Counter-Depth Pick: GE GZS24PYYFS Smart Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator

1Counter-Depth Pick
GE GZS24PYYFS 36 inch Smart Counter-Depth Side-By-Side Refrigerator with 23.5 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Light Walls, Extra Tall Dispenser and In-Door Icemaker in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel
$1,693$2,063Save $370
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The GE GZS24PYYFS is a smart counter-depth side-by-side refrigerator at 31 5/8" deep, with 23.5 cu. ft. of capacity. It has LED light walls, an extra-tall dispenser with cube and crushed ice and an in-door icemaker.

Why we like it
  • Counter-depth at 31 5/8"
  • Smart features
  • LED light walls
Keep in mind
  • 23.5 cu. ft. of capacity
Best for: Kitchens that want a flush look and a door dispenser.

Bottom-Freezer Pick: GE GDE25EYKFS Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator

2Bottom-Freezer Pick
GE GDE25EYKFS 33 inch Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with 24.8 cu. ft. Capacity, Factory-Installed Icemaker, Energy Star, in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel
$1,793$2,063Save $270
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The GE GDE25EYKFS is a bottom-freezer refrigerator with 24.8 cu. ft. of capacity and a factory-installed icemaker. It is 32 3/4" wide, with glass shelves, Energy Star certification and a fingerprint-resistant stainless steel finish.

Why we like it
  • 24.8 cu. ft. of capacity
  • Factory-installed icemaker
  • Energy Star certified
Keep in mind
  • 37 1/2" deep
  • No water dispenser
Best for: Cooks who reach for fresh food more than frozen.

Edge-to-Edge Shelves Pick: GE GBE17HYRFS Counter-Depth Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator

3Edge-to-Edge Shelves Pick
GE GBE17HYRFS 32 inch Counter-Depth Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with 17.7 cu. ft. Capacity, ENERGY STAR Rated and Edge-to-Edge Glass Shelves in Stainless Steel
$1,793$1,999Save $206
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The GE GBE17HYRFS is a counter-depth bottom-freezer refrigerator at 27" deep, with 17.7 cu. ft. of capacity. It is 31 1/8" wide and lists edge-to-edge spill-proof glass shelves and Energy Star certification.

Why we like it
  • 27" deep
  • Spill-proof glass shelves
  • Energy Star certified
Keep in mind
  • 17.7 cu. ft. of capacity
  • No ice maker
Best for: Kitchens where a deep refrigerator would block a walkway.

Apartment Pick: GE GLE12HSPSS Counter-Depth Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

4Apartment Pick
GE GLE12HSPSS 24 inch Counter Depth Bottom Freezer Refrigerator with 11.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity, ENERGY STAR Rated, LED Lighting and Temperature Controlled Drawer in Stainless Steel
$1,928$2,149Save $221
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The GE GLE12HSPSS is an apartment-size counter-depth bottom freezer refrigerator at 23 1/2" wide and 26 1/2" deep, with 11.9 cu. ft. of capacity. It has LED lighting, a temperature-controlled drawer, glass shelves, an optional ice maker and Energy Star certification.

Why we like it
  • 23 1/2" wide
  • Temperature-controlled drawer
  • Energy Star certified
Keep in mind
  • 11.9 cu. ft. of capacity
  • Ice maker is optional
Best for: Apartments, condos and small kitchens.

Garage-Ready Pick: GE GTS22KYNRFS Garage-Ready Top Freezer Refrigerator

5Garage-Ready Pick
GE GTS22KYNRFS 33 inch Garage-Ready Top Freezer Refrigerator with 21.9 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Lighting and Crisper Drawer (Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel)
$993$1,163Save $170
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The GE GTS22KYNRFS is a garage-ready top-freezer refrigerator with 21.9 cu. ft. of capacity. It is 32 3/4" wide, with LED lighting, a crisper drawer, spill-proof glass shelves, an optional ice maker and a fingerprint-resistant stainless steel finish.

Why we like it
  • Garage ready
  • 21.9 cu. ft. of capacity
  • Spill-proof glass shelves
Keep in mind
  • Ice maker is optional
  • No water dispenser
Best for: Garages, basements and second refrigerators.

Rental Top-Freezer Pick: GE GTS18HGNRWW Top Freezer Refrigerator

6Rental Top-Freezer Pick
GE GTS18HGNRWW 28 inch Top Freezer Refrigerator with 17.5 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Lighting, Edge-to-Edge Glass Shelves and Crisper (White)
$743$893Save $150
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The GE GTS18HGNRWW is a white top-freezer refrigerator with 17.5 cu. ft. of capacity. It is 28" wide and lists LED lighting, edge-to-edge spill-proof glass shelves, a crisper and an optional ice maker.

Why we like it
  • 17.5 cu. ft. of capacity
  • LED lighting
  • Spill-proof glass shelves
Keep in mind
  • Ice maker is optional
  • White finish
Best for: Rentals, apartments and narrower openings.

GE refrigerator comparison

GE GZS24PYYFS 36 inch Smart Counter-Depth Side-By-Side Refrigerator with 23.5 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Light Walls, Extra Tall Dispenser and In-Door Icemaker in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel
Side-by-Side
GE GDE25EYKFS 33 inch Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with 24.8 cu. ft. Capacity, Factory-Installed Icemaker, Energy Star, in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel
Bottom Freezer
GE GBE17HYRFS 32 inch Counter-Depth Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator with 17.7 cu. ft. Capacity, ENERGY STAR Rated and Edge-to-Edge Glass Shelves in Stainless Steel
Counter-Depth Bottom
GE GLE12HSPSS 24 inch Counter Depth Bottom Freezer Refrigerator with 11.9 Cu. Ft. Capacity, ENERGY STAR Rated, LED Lighting and Temperature Controlled Drawer in Stainless Steel
Apartment Size
GE GTS22KYNRFS 33 inch Garage-Ready Top Freezer Refrigerator with 21.9 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Lighting and Crisper Drawer (Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel)
Garage Ready
GE GTS18HGNRWW 28 inch Top Freezer Refrigerator with 17.5 cu. ft. Capacity, LED Lighting, Edge-to-Edge Glass Shelves and Crisper (White)
Top Freezer
ModelGZS24PYYFSGDE25EYKFSGBE17HYRFSGLE12HSPSSGTS22KYNRFSGTS18HGNRWW
Price$1,693$1,793$1,793$1,928$993$743
StyleSide-by-sideBottom freezerBottom freezerBottom freezerTop freezerTop freezer
Capacity23.5 cu. ft.24.8 cu. ft.17.7 cu. ft.11.9 cu. ft.21.9 cu. ft.17.5 cu. ft.
Width35 3/4"32 3/4"31 1/8"23 1/2"32 3/4"28"
Depth31 5/8"37 1/2"27"26 1/2"34 1/2"32 1/2"
Water DispenserExternalNot includedNot includedNot includedNot includedNot included
Ice MakerIn-door icemakerFactory-installedNot includedOptionalOptionalOptional
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Which GE layout fits your kitchen?

Side-by-side models have narrow doors and a door dispenser. Bottom-freezer models put fresh food at eye level with a freezer drawer below. Top-freezer models are simple and come in narrower widths. Read our guides to side-by-side refrigerators and bottom freezer refrigerators to compare layouts.

Counter depth or full depth?

Counter-depth models sit closer to the front of your cabinets. In this guide, the GZS24PYYFS is 31 5/8" deep, the GBE17HYRFS is 27" deep and the GLE12HSPSS is 26 1/2" deep. Deeper models like the GDE25EYKFS hold more. Learn more in our guide to counter-depth refrigerators.

What garage ready means

A garage-ready refrigerator is built to run where temperatures change with the seasons. The GTS22KYNRFS is listed as garage ready. Check its product page for the temperature range it supports.

What to check before you order

Measure your space and check the installation details on each product page.

  • Width, height and depth of the opening, plus door swing.
  • A water line for models with a dispenser or icemaker.
  • Door and hallway widths on the delivery path.
  • Space at the top and back for air flow.

How to Choose a GE Refrigerator

  1. 01

    Measure the openingNote the width, height and depth of your space.

  2. 02

    Pick a layoutChoose side-by-side, bottom freezer or top freezer.

  3. 03

    Pick a depthChoose counter depth for a flush look or full depth for more space.

  4. 04

    Choose ice and waterDecide between a door dispenser, an icemaker or none.

  5. 05

    Check the locationChoose a garage-ready model for a garage.

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Compare GE side-by-side, top-freezer and bottom-freezer refrigerators, and check each model's installation details before you order.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does GE make an apartment-size refrigerator?

Yes. The GLE12HSPSS is a counter-depth bottom-freezer model at 23 1/2" wide with 11.9 cu. ft. of capacity.

Does GE make a counter-depth side-by-side?

Yes. The GZS24PYYFS is a counter-depth side-by-side at 31 5/8" deep with 23.5 cu. ft. of capacity.

Is there a GE refrigerator for the garage?

The GTS22KYNRFS top-freezer refrigerator is listed as garage ready.

Which GE bottom-freezer refrigerator has an icemaker?

In this guide, the GDE25EYKFS lists a factory-installed icemaker.

Which GE top-freezer refrigerator is narrowest here?

The GTS18HGNRWW top-freezer model is 28" wide.

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