Whirlpool WRFC9636RZ 36 Inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator with 23.8 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Humidity Crispers, FreezeShield Option, Deli Drawer, Gallon Door Bins (Stainless Steel)

WRFC9636R

36-inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator

Get purposefully designed zones for items you use most with this counter depth french door refrigerator. A unique shelving system in this refrigerator lets you store 30% more with features like the auto-humidity crisper drawer to help keep fruits and veggies fresh. Refrigerator LED lighting also keeps food looking as good as it tastes.

• Auto-Humidity Crispers
• Stores 30% More in its Class with a Pantry-Inspired Layout
• The Most Shelf Space in its Class
• The Most Gallon Door Bins in its Class
• FreezeShield Option

Auto-Humidity Crispers

Easily store fruits and veggies of all shapes and sizes and help keep them fresh with automatic humidity control.

Stores 30% More in its Class with a Pantry-Inspired Layout

Store 30% more in its class with a pantry-inspired layout and features like an infinity slide shelf that help make room for tall items.

FreezeShield Option

Helps reduce freezer burn in select items and reduce temperature fluctuations from the automatic defrost cycle with the push of a button.

Fingerprint Resistant

Resists fingerprints and smudges with steel that easily wipes clean. Available in Black Stainless Steel and Stainless Steel finishes.

Infinity Slide Shelf

Put small items on the sides and large, high-traffic items in the center with an adjustable center pane that slides back and stops at any point to give you the room you need, even if it's just an inch, so you can fit and find it all.

Platter Pocket

Wide, flat items like brownie pans, lasagna and pizza boxes stay tucked out of the way in this space designed to keep them safe from stacking.

Deli Drawer with Customizable Temperature

Make temperature adjustments based on the refrigerated foods you'd like to store so things like meat, deli items and drinks are kept in their ideal cooling environment.

In-Door-Ice® Storage

Get an extra full shelf in the refrigerator with an ice bin that's been moved to the door.

Triple-Tier Freezer Storage

Quickly find frozen food in the triple-tier freezer. Three levels of organization help you avoid stacking or burying so you can see and get to frozen foods faster.

Pizza Pocket

Easily store frozen pizzas upright without the hassle of trying to fit them on flat freezer shelves.

Flip Adjusters

Get more vertical room when you need it without unloading a thing. Our industry-first flip adjusters raise or lower the pantry shelves two inches with a simple turn even while the shelves are fully loaded.

Panoramic LED Lighting

Quickly find food with undershelf lighting that reduces shadows and keeps everything in sight to help you find what you're looking for.

ENERGY STAR® Certified

ENERGY STAR® certified models exceed government standards to help save money on your utility bills.

Pros and Cons of Whirlpool 36-inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator

The Whirlpool 36-inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator is designed for modern households seeking both form and function. With a pantry-inspired layout and thoughtful features like Auto-Humidity Crispers, Infinity Slide Shelf, and FreezeShield technology, it provides efficient food storage, extended freshness, and versatile organization—all in a sleek, fingerprint-resistant finish.

Pros

• Spacious & Efficient Layout: Stores 30% more in its class with smart storage features like the Infinity Slide Shelf and Platter Pocket.
• Customizable Storage: Flip adjusters and customizable deli drawer allow flexible organization based on storage needs.
• Advanced Freshness Features: Auto-Humidity Crispers and FreezeShield option help keep food fresher, longer.
• Fingerprint-Resistant Finish: Easy-to-clean exterior available in modern Stainless Steel and Black Stainless Steel.
• Triple-Tier Freezer & Pizza Pocket: Improves accessibility and organization in the freezer section.
• In-Door-Ice® Storage: Frees up a full shelf by relocating the ice bin to the door.
• Panoramic LED Lighting: Enhances visibility with undershelf lighting that reduces shadows.

Cons

• Counter Depth Design May Limit Total Capacity: While space-efficient, counter depth models typically have slightly less total volume than standard-depth refrigerators.
• No Mention of Smart Features: Lacks Wi-Fi or app connectivity that’s common in other high-end models.
• Potentially Higher Price Point: Premium storage options and features may place it at a higher cost compared to more basic refrigerators.

The Whirlpool 36-inch Wide Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator offers an excellent blend of smart storage, food preservation, and user-friendly design. With thoughtful features like an Infinity Slide Shelf, FreezeShield, and a customizable deli drawer, it's well-suited for families or anyone who values organization and convenience in the kitchen. While it may lack some tech features, its intuitive design and high functionality more than make up for it.