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Is side by side or bottom freezer better?
For most households, a bottom-freezer refrigerator is better for everyday access because fresh food sits at eye level, while a side-by-side like Whirlpool model ED2VHEXVB00 is better when you want narrow door swing and easy access to frozen items. Use your kitchen layout and storage habits to decide.
| Feature | Side-by-side (like ED2VHEXVB00) | Bottom freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh food access | Good, but shelves are narrower | Best, most-used items are easiest to reach |
| Freezer organization | Best for frozen foods at eye level | Best for bulky frozen items (drawer/bins) |
| Door swing in tight kitchens | Often better (narrower doors) | Often needs more clearance for wide door |
| Ice and water in door | Common and convenient | Varies by model |
- You have a tight aisle or cabinets near the refrigerator and need narrower doors.
- You use the freezer frequently and want frozen foods at eye level.
- You prefer in-door ice and water convenience.
- You want more vertical storage for items like pizza boxes or frozen meals.
- You use the refrigerator section more than the freezer.
- You want wider refrigerator shelves for platters and large containers.
- You prefer a freezer drawer that holds bulky bags and boxes more easily.
“Better” comes down to how the refrigerator fits your space and how you use it. For ED2VHEXVB00 specifically, the manual calls out clearance needs for ventilation and door swing, which can be the deciding factor in many kitchens. Check the ED2VHEXVB00 owner’s manual for the recommended clearances and setup details.
Last updated: January 2026
What is the capacity of the ED2VHEXVB00?
The Whirlpool ED2VHEXVB00 is a full-size side-by-side refrigerator; most models in this class are about 25 cu. ft. total. For the exact rated total capacity for your specific unit, we recommend confirming it in the ED2VHEXVB00 owner's manual.
Capacity is the manufacturer’s measured interior volume; it helps compare models, but it is not the same as usable shelf space.
- Total capacity includes both fresh food and freezer sections
- Shelves, drawers, and door bins affect how much you can actually store
- An ice maker and ice bin reduce usable freezer space
- Food packaging shapes (pizza boxes, gallon jugs) can limit real-world storage
| Refrigerator type | Typical total capacity range | What changes usable space most |
|---|---|---|
| Side-by-side refrigerator | 22 to 26 cu. ft. | Ice bin size, shelf layout, door bin depth |
Use one of these reliable methods:
- Check the specifications section in the ED2VHEXVB00 owner's manual
- Look for the model and serial tag inside the fresh food compartment; some versions list capacity on the tag
- If you are comparing storage, measure key spaces (shelf width, shelf depth, crisper volume) rather than relying only on cu. ft.
Knowing the correct capacity helps when you are comparing Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators, planning kitchen storage, or deciding whether features like an ice maker are worth the space tradeoff.
Last updated: January 2026
Where is the filter on a side-by-side refrigerator?
On the Whirlpool ED2VHEXVB00 side-by-side refrigerator, the water filter is located in the base grille at the bottom front of the unit. You access it from the front by opening the small grille area and twisting/pulling the filter out, then installing the replacement.
- Look at the very bottom front of the refrigerator (the toe-kick/base grille area).
- Find the filter cap and cartridge opening in that grille.
- Turn the filter (or filter cap) to unlock it, then pull the cartridge straight out.
- Install the new cartridge fully, then turn to lock.
- Flush the water system after replacement (see the ED2VHEXVB00 owner's manual for the exact steps and any model-specific notes).
Your ED2VHEXVB00 uses the standard base filter cartridge listed in the manual. A common replacement option for this model is the refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1.
| Item | What it does | When to replace |
|---|---|---|
| Water filter (base grille) | Reduces contaminants in dispenser water and ice | About every 6 months, or sooner if water flow drops |
| Filter cap | Locks/seals the filter in the base grille | Reuse it; keep it when changing filters |
The manual explains you can run the dispenser without a filter by removing the filter and moving the cap to the base grille opening. Water will dispense, but it will not be filtered; keep the cap because it is part of the refrigerator.
Knowing the filter location helps restore normal water flow and ice production quickly. A clogged filter is one of the most common causes of slow dispensing and small or hollow ice cubes in Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators.
Last updated: January 2026
