Are you tired of constantly spending hundreds of dollars to replace water filters for your refrigerator each year? I understand how frustrating and expensive that can be. Did you know that there are generic filter options available that can save you a significant amount of money in the long run? If you’re someone who is mindful of your expenses, you should definitely look at these alternative water filters. Don’t keep wasting your hard-earned money on expensive brand-name filters when there are more affordable options available.
Reduce Your Yearly Expenses with These Alternative GE Water Filter Option
I have compiled a list of generic water filters that act as alternatives to GE water filters. The list includes several affordable and reliable generic water filters, as well as the genuine GE water filter for easy comparison.
Additionally, I have provided a list of compatible GE fridge model numbers below each filter pair to simplify your search. Use this list to find a filter that fits your needs and budget today!
Pro-tip for PC and MAC users: I’ve created a table of contents for both genuine GE and alternative generic water filter types. However, since GE produces a wide range of fridges, it’s impossible to list each individual fridge model in the table. Therefore, finding the correct water filter for your fridge model can be challenging. To make it easier, simply press CNTRL-F (or CMND-F on a MAC) on your keyboard and enter your fridge’s model number to see which of these alternative water filters are compatible.
Water Filter Quick Find
1. Water Filter Alternative for GE® MWF
- Tested and proven to remove contaminants to deliver fresh, clean water
- Offers a precise, leak-proof fit with easy installation
- Uses a leak-proof filter and coconut shell carbon to trap contaminants
- Reduces chlorine and improves water’s smell and taste: Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42
- Lead-free: Tested and certified by NSF/ANSI 372
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- GE guaranteed fit: Compatible with select GE side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators
- Premium filtration: Certified to reduce chlorine-resistant cysts, lead, select pharmaceuticals and 15 other contaminants
- Twist and lock design: Simple design provides easy, tool-free, no-mess filter replacement.Max. Filtered Water Flow (gpm):0.5
- Six-month filter life: For best filtration results, filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or 300 gallons
- GE's most advanced filtration Tested and verified to filter five trace pharmaceuticals, including ibuprofen, progesterone and others
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The water filters above fit the following GE refrigerators: GSL25IGXNLS, GSL25JFRFBS, GSL25JFXNLB, GSL25KGREBS, GSL25QGPDBS, GSS22QFMCCC, GSS23HMHECES, GSS23LGTACC, GSS23QSTASS, GSS23WSTASS, GSS25CGHECWW, GSS25GFXJBB, HSS25GFPHWW, PCP23SHMFFBS, PFCS1NFZASS, PFSF6PKXCBB, PFSS2MJYCSS, PFSS6PKXBSS, PFSS9PKYASS, PGCS1NFZASS, PIE23NGTIFKB, PIT23SGRCSV, PSE25KSHEHSS, PSE25KSHSS, PSK25MGSBCCC, PSK25NGNDCCC, PSK27NHSCCCC, PSK29NHWGCWW, PSS26MGPBBB, PSS26MSTDSS, PSS26SGPASS, PSS29NHMBBB, PST26SHRCSS, PZS23KSEBFSS, PZS25KSEBFSS.
2. Water Filter Alternative for GE® RPWFE
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- It works with any refrigerator that currently uses GE RPWF or RPWFE filters. It is used in selected GE french-door refrigerators. Compatible with select GE french-door refrigerators.
- GE's most advanced filtration ever. Tested and verified to filter 5 trace pharmaceuticals including ibuprofen, progesterone, atenolol, trimethoprim, and fluoxetine ( The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water filter are not necessarily in all users' water)
- Premium filtration: Certified to reduce chlorine-resistant cysts, lead, select pharmaceuticals and 50 other contaminants. Reduces 99% of Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctaine Sulfonate (PFOS)
- Easy filter replacement: No tools of water-turnoff required to replace cartridge inside refrigerator.
- Six-Month filter life: For best filtration results, filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or 300 gallons.
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3. Water Filter Alternative for GE® MSWF
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- Please note that dust particles at the opening/tip of water filters is common. Carbon block dust will exist and is why filters are to be purged when installed
- Compatible with side-by-side refrigerators. Operation Water Pressure (psi): 40 min. - 120 max. Removes odor, provides better tasting & cleaner water/ice
- Meets NSF & ANSI standards for reduction of Chlorine and other harmful chemicals
- Slim design for easy installation and removal; no tools required
- 100% Genuine GE factory filter
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4. Water Filter Alternative for GE® GSWF
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- Premium filtration: Certified to reduce particulates, chlorine-resistant cysts, lead and 5 other contaminants
- Twist and lock design: Simple design provides easy, tool-free, no-mess filter replacement
- Six-month filter life: For best filtration results, filter cartridge should be replaced every six months* or 300 gallons
- Replace sooner if flow rate noticeably declines
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GE® XWFE vs. XWF and RPWFE vs. RPWF
The difference between XWFE and XWF filters, and RPWFE and RPWF, is that XWFE and RPWFE filters contain a RFID chip. This chip can detect leaks and has sensors to let you know when it’s time to replace your filter.
It’s important to know that refrigerators that take XWFE filters are not compatible with XWF filers, and refrigerators that take XWFE filters are not compatible wit XWF filters. Sometimes it can difficult, but not impossible, to find alternative generic filters for these fridges.
Don’t See the Alternative Water Filter You Need?
I hope you found the above list of water filters useful in finding a substitute for your refrigerator. If you’re still having trouble, please leave a comment below. I’ll do my best to help you find a water filter that works for your refrigerator.
Own a non-GE fridge? Be sure to check out our recommendations for substitute water filters for other fridge brands:
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