ZLINE Refrigerators: Built-In and Freestanding Models
ZLINE refrigerators come in freestanding French door models and 36-inch panel-ready built-ins. Compare depth, capacity, dispensers and installation before you choose.
ZLINE makes two kinds of full-size refrigerators: freestanding French door models that slide into a standard opening, and built-in models that sit flush with the cabinets and take custom panels. The right choice comes down to how deep your opening is, how much space you need and whether you want the refrigerator to blend into the cabinetry.
This guide compares five ZLINE refrigerators so you can sort them by installation type first and features second. For a deeper look at the two styles, see our guide to built-in refrigerators, or browse all ZLINE refrigerators.
- All five models are about 36 inches wide, so depth, height and installation are the main differences.
- The RSMW36 is a standard-depth freestanding model with the most capacity, 28.9 cu. ft.
- The RFMW36 and RFMZ36CB are counter-depth freestanding models that sit closer to the cabinet line.
- The RBIV36 and GRBIT36 are panel-ready built-ins that are 83 1/2" tall and 23 5/16" deep.
- Water dispensers vary: two models have an external dispenser, two have an internal one and one has none.
Our top picks at a glance
Compare them side by sideCapacity Pick: ZLINE RSMW36 French Door Refrigerator
The ZLINE RSMW36 is a freestanding French door refrigerator with 28.9 cu. ft. of total capacity, the most in this group. It has an external water dispenser, an ice dispenser and an ice maker that makes cube and crushed ice. It measures 35 3/4" wide, 36 3/4" deep and 69 7/8" tall, so plan for it to stand out past standard cabinets.
- 28.9 cu. ft. of total capacity
- External water and ice dispenser
- Cube and crushed ice
- Standard depth stands out from the cabinets
- Does not accept custom panels
Dispenser Pick: ZLINE RFMW36 Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator
The ZLINE RFMW36 is a counter-depth French door refrigerator with 21.6 cu. ft. of total capacity and a flex drawer. It has an external water and ice dispenser with cube and crushed ice, and it is 31 9/16" deep. It is 35 3/4" wide and 69 11/16" tall.
- Counter-depth profile
- External water and ice dispenser
- Flex drawer
- Less capacity than the RSMW36
Autograph Pick: ZLINE RFMZ36CB Autograph Edition French Door Refrigerator
The ZLINE RFMZ36CB is a counter-depth Autograph Edition model with champagne bronze trim and 22.5 cu. ft. of total capacity. It has dual freezer drawers, glass spill-proof shelves and an ice maker. It has no water or ice dispenser, which gives the doors a clean look. It is 31 7/8" deep and 69 11/16" tall.
- Champagne bronze trim
- Dual freezer drawers
- Spill-proof glass shelves
- No water dispenser
- No ice dispenser
Built-In Pick: ZLINE RBIV36 Built-In French Door Refrigerator
The ZLINE RBIV36 is a panel-ready built-in French door refrigerator with 19.6 cu. ft. of total capacity. It has flex drawers, an internal water dispenser and an ice maker that makes cube ice. At 23 5/16" deep and 83 1/2" tall, it is designed to sit flush with full-height cabinetry once custom panels are installed.
- Accepts custom panels
- Internal water dispenser
- Flex drawers
- Custom panels needed to finish the look
- Needs a built-in opening
Bottom Freezer Pick: ZLINE GRBIT36 Built-In Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
The ZLINE GRBIT36 is a panel-ready built-in bottom freezer refrigerator with 19.8 cu. ft. of total capacity and a graphite gray interior. Like the RBIV36, it is 23 5/16" deep and 83 1/2" tall, with flex drawers, an internal water dispenser and a cube ice maker. The difference is the layout: a single fresh-food door above the freezer.
- Graphite gray interior
- Internal water dispenser
- Accepts custom panels
- Single fresh-food door needs more swing room
- Custom panels needed to finish the look
ZLINE refrigerator comparison
Standard-Depth French Door | Counter-Depth French Door | Autograph French Door | Built-In French Door | Built-In Bottom Freezer | |
| Model | RSMW36 | RFMW36 | RFMZ36CB | RBIV36 | GRBIT36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,959.99 | $3,759.99 | $3,299.99 | $7,289.99 | $7,394.99 |
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding | Freestanding | Built-In | Built-In |
| Style | French Door | French Door | French Door | French Door | Bottom Freezer |
| Width | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" |
| Depth | 36 3/4" | 31 9/16" | 31 7/8" | 23 5/16" | 23 5/16" |
| Height | 69 7/8" | 69 11/16" | 69 11/16" | 83 1/2" | 83 1/2" |
| Capacity | 28.9 cu. ft. | 21.6 cu. ft. | 22.5 cu. ft. | 19.6 cu. ft. | 19.8 cu. ft. |
| Water Dispenser | External | External | Not included | Internal | Internal |
| Custom Panels | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Panel ready | Panel ready |
| View | View | View | View | View |
Freestanding or built-in?
A freestanding refrigerator has finished sides and slides into an opening, so it is the simpler swap in an existing kitchen. The RSMW36, RFMW36 and RFMZ36CB are all freestanding French door models.
A built-in refrigerator is taller and shallower and is meant to be framed by cabinets. The RBIV36 and GRBIT36 are 83 1/2" tall and take custom panels, so they are usually planned as part of a remodel. Our built-in vs freestanding refrigerator guide covers the trade-offs in more detail.
Standard depth or counter-depth?
The RSMW36 is 36 3/4" deep and holds 28.9 cu. ft. The counter-depth RFMW36 and RFMZ36CB trade some of that space for a closer fit, at 31 9/16" and 31 7/8" deep. If you want a flush look without a full built-in, a counter-depth model is the middle ground. See our counter-depth refrigerator guide for more.
What to measure first
Measure the opening and the path into the kitchen before you choose a model. Built-in models also need the cabinet and panel details planned with your installer.
- Opening width, height and depth, plus the depth of the cabinets beside it.
- Door swing room on both sides, especially for a single-door model.
- A water line if you want a dispenser or an ice maker.
- Doorways, hallways and turns on the delivery path.
How to choose a ZLINE refrigerator
- 01
Pick an installation typeDecide between a freestanding model and a panel-ready built-in.
- 02
Set the depthFor freestanding models, choose standard depth for space or counter-depth for a closer fit.
- 03
Check capacityCompare total capacity and match it to how much you store.
- 04
Choose a dispenserPick an external dispenser, an internal water dispenser or a clean door with no dispenser.
- 05
Confirm the fitCheck the product page dimensions against your opening before you order.
Our picks by budget
Compare ZLINE refrigerators and check each model's dimensions before you plan your opening.
Shop ZLINE refrigeratorsFrequently Asked Questions
Does ZLINE make counter-depth refrigerators?
Yes. The RFMW36 and RFMZ36CB are counter-depth French door models at 31 9/16" and 31 7/8" deep.
Which ZLINE refrigerator has the most capacity?
The RSMW36 lists 28.9 cu. ft. of total capacity, the most of the five models in this guide.
Are ZLINE built-in refrigerators panel ready?
Yes. The RBIV36 and GRBIT36 accept custom panels, so they can match your cabinets.
Which ZLINE models have a water dispenser?
The RSMW36 and RFMW36 have an external water dispenser. The RBIV36 and GRBIT36 have an internal water dispenser. The RFMZ36CB does not have one.
How tall are ZLINE built-in refrigerators?
The RBIV36 and GRBIT36 are both 83 1/2" tall, so they need a taller opening than the freestanding models.
