Whirlpool WH43RS1E

Fits a cabinet opening of 20.9″ W × 32.2″ H × 21″ D — clearances included.

Key specifications

31.7″Height
19.9″Width
20″Depth
4.3Cu ft

4.3 cu ft — a compact unit for a dorm, office or bar.

Depth (with door)22″
Clearances (sides / top / rear)1/2″ / 1/2″ / 1″
Depth classCompact
BrandWhirlpool
Model numberWH43RS1E
Minimum cabinet opening (manufacturer clearances included): 20.9″ W × 32.2″ H × 21″ D. Per the manufacturer spec sheet: 1/2″ sides, 1/2″ top, 1″ rear.

This is a compact unit — sized for an apartment, office or bar rather than a full kitchen. Refrigerator sizes by type →

19.9" W 31.7" H ≈ 1" clearance · airflow & door swing Depth 20" (excl. handles) · leave 2" at rear
Whirlpool WH43RS1E · required cutout & clearance · measurements in inches

Compare similar models

ModelH × W × DCu ft
Smeg FAB5UL 29.1 × 15.9 × — 1.2
Dometic C40G1 21.7 × 15.9 × — 1.1
Dometic C40G2 21.7 × 15.9 × — 1.1
Dometic C40S1 21.7 × 15.9 × — 1.1

Source: ENERGY STAR certified-product data.

Frequently asked

What are the dimensions of the Whirlpool WH43RS1E?
The Whirlpool WH43RS1E measures 31.7″ H × 19.9″ W × 20″ D, 4.3 cu ft.
Will the Whirlpool WH43RS1E fit my opening?
Plan for an opening of at least 20.9″ W × 32.2″ H × 21″ D once you add clearances. Check yours with the will-it-fit tool.
Is the Whirlpool WH43RS1E’s 20″ depth with or without handles?
That’s the cabinet depth excluding handles; with the door it’s 22″.

Measured from official ENERGY STAR data + manufacturer spec sheets · Last verified May 2026