If you’re feeling short on fridge storage, it might be time to invest in a large capacity refrigerator that can help keep up with your family’s needs. Investing in extra refrigerator space can boost functionality in the kitchen. Use this guide to get familiar with your options and the benefits of large capacity refrigerators.
There’s no official “large capacity” refrigerator classification, but you can consider that a larger capacity fridge would have anywhere from 25 to 30 cubic feet of interior space and typically be 36 inches wide. This size is often found in side-by-side and French door refrigerators . Learn more about refrigerator sizes and dimensions .
If size and space are what you’re looking for, some refrigerator styles are more likely to deliver in the capacity category. French door and side-by-side refrigerators tend to offer the largest capacities and are often available in wider widths.
Built-in refrigerators sometimes come in extra-large widths and capacities to work in a more custom kitchen. Large capacity counter-depth fridges generally offer slightly less capacity compared to other configurations, but they can still offer more space than standard counter-depth options.
The French door style refrigerator tends to offer large capacity options, as well as specialized storage compartments. Compared to side-by-side refrigerators, they’re good for storing wide items like pizza boxes and platters. Freezer storage is often separated into tiers to help make it easy to find and grab what you need. Some brands also carry four- and five-door models with exterior drawers.
Browse Maytag ® French door refrigerators to find a model that works best for you, including large capacities of up to 27 cubic feet, and learn how to organize your French door refrigerator .
If you like to stock up on lots of frozen food , a side-by-side refrigerator might be the right choice, since they tend to offer a little more freezer capacity than French door models. Look for specialized storage in the refrigerator door like can caddies and door bins. Side-by-side refrigerators may also feature an icemaker that’s built directly into the freezer door, freeing up even more space inside.
If a side-by-side large capacity refrigerator sounds like what you’ve been looking for, browse Maytag ® side-by-side refrigerators to explore a range of features on select models, like the EvenAir ™ Cooling System, a series of vents that distributes cold air effectively. It keeps everything consistently cold front and back, so groceries stay at the right temperature and your freezer doesn't frost over.
For a streamlined look, counter-depth refrigerators take a few inches off the depth to make the fridge flush with countertops. While counter-depth refrigerators make up for lost depth with wider widths , they usually offer a little less capacity than standard models. They’re a good choice if you’re looking for a fridge with a smaller footprint that still has ample storage space.
Browse both French door and side-by-side Maytag ® counter-depth refrigerators to find the right configuration for your kitchen. Explore select models with features like the PowerCold ® feature that gets everything in your refrigerator back to nice and cold, nice and quick.
French door refrigerators typically offer the highest capacity on the market. The way they are configured allows for ample refrigerator space, but sometimes a bit less room in the freezer compared to other configurations. However, you can find a range of sizes in every style.
Discover the largest capacity refrigerators offered by Maytag brand to help find the right fit for you.
At 28.7 cu. ft., this 36-inch wide Maytag ® XL Capacity side-by-side refrigerator has ultimate cooling performance. The PowerCold ® feature gets your groceries nice and cold, nice and quick, and the EvenAir ™ Cooling System keeps everything consistently cold front and back, so groceries stay at the right temperature and your freezer doesn't frost over.
This 27 cu. ft. Maytag ® French door refrigerator offers a durable, full-width Metal Slide-Out Shelf to get foods fast and LED lighting helps you see what you're working with. You can also free up shelf space in your refrigerator for more of your favorites in this 36-inch refrigerator with the removable Store-N-Door ® Ice Dispensing System.
This 25 cu. ft. Maytag ® side-by-side refrigerator handles major food hauls and looks good doing it. Extra freezer shelves make more room and a seamless design brings clean lines to the kitchen.
The best capacity refrigerator for your family depends on the size of your family and the amount of food you typically store in your refrigerator. If you have a large family, or frequently shop in bulk, a larger capacity refrigerator with 25-30 cubic feet of storage space may be best. If you have a smaller family, or don't need a lot of storage space, a smaller capacity refrigerator with 18-20 cubic feet should work just fine.
Also keep in mind the types of items you tend to store. Wide party platters will fit better in a French door refrigerator, offering a wide, pantry-stye layout, while numerous frozen items can be easily organized on the vertical shelving of a side-by-side model.
Maytag ® refrigerators are designed to help keep your perishables in their ideal climate
No matter the size of your family or the refrigerator capacity you need, Maytag brand has refrigerator options with features you can count on to make food storage and meal prep more convenient. Explore features like the Temperature-Controlled Wide-N-Fresh ™ Deli Drawer and Metal Slide-Out Shelves that make refrigerators from Maytag brand the durable, convenient choice for your kitchen.
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