Whirlpool vs Samsung Appliances — Compared
Whirlpool and Samsung both sell across the main kitchen and laundry categories, but the catalog shows they differ in breadth and in where their selection is concentrated. This comparison uses the catalog's product counts, price ranges and category lists. It doesn't cover features or performance beyond what the listings show.
| Attribute | Whirlpool | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| Products Listed | 187 | 77 |
| Price Range | $528 to $4,049 | $600 to $3,744 |
| Categories Carried | 12 | 10 |
| Deepest Categories | Refrigerators (33), dryers (26), cooktops (20) | Dryers (15), cooktops (11), refrigerators (9) |
| Priciest Listing | 36-inch French door refrigerator, $4,049 | 30" double wall oven in white glass, $3,744 |
| Best For | Shoppers who want more models to compare, especially refrigerators | Shoppers focused on wall ovens, dryers or laundry sets |
Selection Size and Categories
Whirlpool has 187 listings against 77 for Samsung, so you get more options to compare within a category. Whirlpool covers 12 categories: refrigerators, dryers, cooktops, ranges, microwaves, range hoods, wall ovens, washers, dishwashers, washer-dryer sets, appliance packages and freezers/ice makers.
Samsung covers 10. Microwaves and freezers/ice makers aren't among its listed categories. If you need either as a standalone item, Whirlpool is the one with listings in those categories.
Where Each Brand Is Deepest
Whirlpool's largest category is refrigerators at 33 listings, followed by dryers at 26 and cooktops at 20. It also lists 19 ranges, 15 microwaves and 15 range hoods, which makes it the broader choice if you're outfitting a whole kitchen.
Samsung's largest category is dryers at 15, then cooktops at 11. It lists 9 each of refrigerators, wall ovens and washer-dryer sets. Its refrigerator selection is much smaller than Whirlpool's, so a refrigerator-first shopper will see less variety from Samsung.
Price Ranges
The two brands start close together: Whirlpool at $528 and Samsung at $600. Whirlpool's top price is $4,049 and Samsung's is $3,744, so both stay in the mainstream band rather than the luxury tier. Other brands in the catalog run well past $10,000.
The priciest listings show where each brand's top end sits. Whirlpool's highest-priced items are a 36-inch-wide French door refrigerator (model WRFC9636RZ, $4,049), a wall oven microwave combo (model WOEC7030PV, $3,869) and a smart electric double wall oven (model WOD52ES4MZ, $3,398). Samsung's top three are all wall ovens: a 30" double wall oven with steam cook (model NV51CB700D12, $3,744), a 30" electric convection double wall oven (model NV51CG700DSR, $3,494) and a 30" microwave combination wall oven (model NQ70CG600DMT, $3,394).
How to Choose
Start with the category you're replacing. For a refrigerator, Whirlpool's 33 listings give you more to sort through. Our guide to the best French door refrigerators and the one on counter-depth refrigerators can help you narrow by style. Measure your opening and door swing before you compare models.
For a range, Whirlpool lists 19 and Samsung 7. Confirm whether your kitchen has a gas line or a 240-volt electric outlet before you shop, since that decides which models fit. Our best gas ranges guide is a good next stop if you cook with gas.
If you're building a laundry pair or buying wall ovens, Samsung's concentration in dryers, washer-dryer sets and wall ovens makes it worth a look. To see how these brands sit next to others in the catalog, browse all brand reviews.
Verdict
Whirlpool is the better starting point for most shoppers based on catalog data. It has more than twice the listings, covers two more categories, starts at a lower price and offers far more refrigerators. Samsung is a reasonable pick if you're shopping wall ovens, dryers or washer-dryer sets, where its listings are most concentrated. Compare specific models on size, fuel type and installation requirements before you decide.
Common Questions
Which brand has the lower starting price?
Whirlpool starts at $528 and Samsung at $600, a $72 difference at the entry level. Both ranges overlap across most of their spans, so the specific model matters more than the brand.
Which brand offers more refrigerators?
Whirlpool lists 33 refrigerators and Samsung lists 9. If you want a wide field to compare by style and size, Whirlpool gives you more choices in the catalog.
Does Samsung sell microwaves or freezers in the catalog?
Standalone microwaves and freezers/ice makers aren't among Samsung's listed categories, though it does list a microwave combination wall oven. Whirlpool lists 15 microwaves and 4 freezers/ice makers.