Whirlpool Fridge / freezer

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Whirlpool · Fridge / freezer

Whirlpool

Mixed6/10

US appliance maker behind Whirlpool, Maytag and KitchenAid; its European business moved into Beko Europe in 2024.

Founded: 1911
From: United States
HQ: Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States
Owned by: Independent
Made in: United States, Mexico, Brazil, India and China

www.whirlpoolcorp.com

Fridge / freezer

Mixed6/10Mid-range

Whirlpool fridges are no-frills and dependable in the US, less prominent elsewhere. Performance is average. A simple choice for price-focused buyers.

Good at

Straightforward top-freezer and French-door models
Wide parts availability in the US

Weak at

Few premium features
Limited availability in AU/NZ

Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty

In New Zealand: Sold largely via Whirlpool's own online store.

Top FreezerFrench DoorSide by Side

Best for: US buyers wanting a simple fridge

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Fridge / freezer brands in New Zealand

Whirlpool is #13 of 13, best rated first.

#	Brand	Rating	Price
1	BoschGermany	8/10Good	Mid-range
2	Fisher & PaykelNew Zealand	8/10Good	Premium
3	Mitsubishi ElectricJapan	8/10Good	Premium
4	MieleGermany	8/10Good	Premium
5	HaierChina	7/10Good	Budget
6	LGSouth Korea	7/10Good	Mid-range
7	WestinghouseUnited States	7/10Good	Mid-range
8	ElectroluxSweden	7/10Good	Premium
9	SamsungSouth Korea	6/10Mixed	Mid-range
10	BekoTurkey	6/10Mixed	Budget
11	HisenseChina	6/10Mixed	Budget
12	MideaChina	6/10Mixed	Budget
13	WhirlpoolUnited States	6/10Mixed	Mid-range

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.