Quick Answer: The best KitchenAid wine fridge for most kitchens is the KUWR324SSB (right hinge) or KUWL324SSB (left hinge), a 24-inch undercounter wine cellar that holds 46 bottles in two zones (42-54°F upper, 42-64°F lower) behind a stainless glass door. It cost $2,849 at KitchenAid.com and Abt on November 4, 2026. Every KitchenAid wine cellar shares the same capacity, zone ranges and 24-inch cutout, so the $280 spread from $2,719 to $2,999 buys a door finish and rack fronts, not more space. If you want sodas next to the wine, the KUBL524SSB beverage center ($2,899) holds 14 bottles plus a 33-40°F drinks zone.
“KitchenAid wine fridge” gets about 880 US searches a month, according to DataForSEO, and “KitchenAid wine cooler” another 480. Retailers list each hinge side and finish as a separate model number, which makes the lineup look bigger than it is. We pulled every wine cellar and beverage center from KitchenAid.com on November 4, 2026, read the spec tables, the 2026 owner’s manuals and the warranty document, and priced the same model numbers at Abt and AJ Madison. We don’t test fridges ourselves; everything below comes from those documents and is named in the sources line at the end.
If you’re open to other brands, our best under-counter wine fridges and best panel-ready wine fridges cover the same 24-inch slot for less, and our luxury wine fridges cover Liebherr, Thermador, Viking and Sub-Zero above it. Miele’s cheapest wine unit, the 44-bottle KWTUS 7172 F, starts at $3,799; see our best Miele wine fridge guide.
KitchenAid wine fridges by the numbers
- 6 wine cellar listings on KitchenAid.com on November 4, 2026, and all six are 24-inch, 46-bottle, 4.97 cu ft undercounter units with the same two zone ranges. They differ in door finish, rack fronts and hinge side.
- $2,719 to $2,999 is the full price range, a $280 spread. The cheapest is a closeout (black stainless KUWR314KBS/KUWL314KBS), and the dearest are the Juniper green KUWR524SJP/KUWL524SJP.
- 10% was the Early Black Friday discount on current wine cellars and beverage centers, despite the sitewide “save up to 34%” banner. Only the closeout black stainless models were 20% off ($680).
- 5 years of sealed-system coverage, parts and labor included, under KitchenAid’s Major Appliance Limited Warranty for specialty and undercounter refrigerators. Everything else is covered for 1 year.
- 55°F is the lowest room temperature KitchenAid allows for installation, per the owner’s manual. That rules out most unheated garages.
- 4.07x the price of a NewAir AWR-460DB, which holds the same 46 bottles and cost $699.99 on newair.com on November 4, 2026.
- 0 of the 4 CPSC recalls with “KitchenAid” in the title involve a wine cellar or beverage center. They cover kettles (2018), coffeemakers, toasters (2005) and food processors (2000).
Every KitchenAid wine fridge at a glance
| Model (hinge) | Type | Door / racks | Bottles | Zones | Price (Nov 4, 2026) | Per bottle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUWR324SSB (R) / KUWL324SSB (L) | Wine cellar | Stainless / metal-front | 46 | 42-54°F + 42-64°F | $2,849 (R, KitchenAid.com, Abt); $2,898 (L, Abt) | $61.93 |
| KUWL324SPA (L) | Wine cellar | Panel-ready / metal-front | 46 | 42-54°F + 42-64°F | $2,749 (KitchenAid.com); $2,748 (Abt) | $59.76 |
| KUWR314KBS (R) / KUWL314KBS (L) | Wine cellar, closeout | Black stainless / metal-front | 46 | 42-54°F + 42-64°F | $2,719 (KitchenAid.com, was $3,399) | $59.11 |
| KUWR524SJP (R) / KUWL524SJP (L) | Wine cellar | Juniper / wood-front | 46 | 42-54°F + 42-64°F | $2,999 (KitchenAid.com) | $65.20 |
| KUBL524SSB (L) | Beverage center | Stainless / metal-front | 14 + drinks | 33-40°F + 42-64°F | $2,899 (KitchenAid.com) | n/a |
| KUBR524SPS (R) / KUBL524SJP (L) | Beverage center | PrintShield stainless or Juniper / wood-front | 14 + drinks | 33-40°F + 42-64°F | $2,999 (KitchenAid.com) | n/a |
Prices are KitchenAid.com sale prices unless noted. Per-bottle cost is the price divided by KitchenAid’s 46-bottle rating. The Juniper wine cellars and beverage centers also come in Black Ore and PrintShield Stainless, according to the color options on the product pages.
1. KitchenAid KUWR324SSB / KUWL324SSB — Best Overall
KitchenAid 24" Undercounter Wine Cellar with Full-Extension Metal-Front Racks (KUWR324SSB right hinge, KUWL324SSB left hinge)
- KitchenAid's spec table: 34.37 in tall, 23.87 in wide, 23.62 in deep (26.43 in with handle), 93.7 lb, 115 V, 15 A, for a 24 x 24 x 34 1/2 in cutout.
- Upper zone holds 24 bottles at 42-54°F, lower zone 22 bottles at 42-64°F. Six racks, SatinGlide full-extension slides with metal fronts.
- Fully flush installation with hidden hinges, UV-protected thermal glass door, motion-activated LED lighting and a lighted control panel on the zone divider.
- Control lockout, door-ajar alarm, Sabbath mode (Star-K certified) and a Temperature Monitoring System that alarms if the cabinet stays above 70°F for 4 hours.
This is the default KitchenAid wine fridge: stainless door, black cabinet, metal rack fronts that match stainless appliances. It’s also the model most dealers stock, which matters for price matching. Abt listed the right-hinge KUWR324SSB at the same $2,849 as KitchenAid.com, and AJ Madison was $1 lower at $2,848. The left-hinge KUWL324SSB was $2,898 at Abt, so if your layout allows either swing, the right-hinge version is $49 cheaper there.
Two things to know before you order. The door swing isn’t reversible (KitchenAid’s spec table says “Reversible Door: No”), so pick the hinge side for your kitchen. And with the door open at 90 degrees the unit needs 48 inches of depth, so check that an island or dishwasher door won’t block it.
2. KitchenAid KUWL324SPA — Best Panel-Ready
KitchenAid 24" Panel-Ready Undercounter Wine Cellar with Full-Extension Metal-Front Racks (KUWL324SPA)
- Same 46-bottle, two-zone cabinet as the KUWR324SSB, with a door frame that takes your own cabinet panel.
- KitchenAid's owner's manual puts the depth at 23 13/16 in with a 3/4 in panel and no handle, so it lines up with standard base cabinets.
- The panel isn't included. KitchenAid's manual gives the panel dimensions for a cabinet maker, and custom handles mount on that panel (the manual refers to a separate KitchenAid handle kit).
- KitchenAid.com also offers a right-hinge panel-ready version as a variant on the KUWR324SSB page.
The panel-ready model is $100 cheaper than the stainless version because you supply the door front. Budget for that panel, which a cabinet shop usually makes to match the rest of your run. If you want the cellar to disappear into the cabinetry, this is the KitchenAid to buy. Our panel-ready wine fridge guide compares it with built-ins from other brands.
3. KitchenAid KUWR314KBS / KUWL314KBS — Best Closeout Deal
KitchenAid 24" Undercounter Wine Cellar with Glass Door and Metal-Front Racks, Black Stainless with PrintShield (KUWR314KBS right, KUWL314KBS left)
- Same capacity, zone ranges (42-54°F / 42-64°F) and cutout as the newer 324-series cellars.
- Black stainless door with PrintShield finish, stainless-steel rack fronts and a reach-through handle.
- Heavier: KitchenAid lists 125.7 lb net (136.7 lb boxed), 32 lb more than the 93.7 lb KUWR324SSB.
- KitchenAid.com labels it a "Closeout Deal," and its product page links the earlier 2019 version of the warranty document.
This is the cheapest way into a KitchenAid wine cellar: $680 off a $3,399 list price, and $130 under the stainless KUWR324SSB. Nothing on the spec table suggests less cooling or capacity. The trade-offs are the black stainless finish, which only makes sense next to other black stainless appliances, and closeout stock, which can disappear without notice. Its two KitchenAid.com reviews average 1.5 stars. That’s too few reviews to judge reliability either way, but it’s no endorsement.
4. KitchenAid KUWR524SJP / KUWL524SJP — Best for Color
KitchenAid 24" Undercounter Wine Cellar with Wood-Front Racks in Juniper (KUWR524SJP right, KUWL524SJP left)
- Juniper green door and handle with wood-front SatinGlide full-extension racks. Black Ore and PrintShield Stainless versions are listed as color options.
- Same 34.375 x 23.875 x 23.625 in cabinet, 46-bottle capacity and zone ranges as the stainless models.
The Juniper cellar is a design choice, not a performance upgrade. You pay $150 more than the stainless KUWR324SSB for the color and the wood rack fronts, which look warmer behind the glass. If you’re building a kitchen around KitchenAid’s colored appliances, it’s the one that matches. The left- and right-hinge versions have one and two KitchenAid.com reviews respectively, all 1-star, which again is too small a sample to mean much.
5. KitchenAid KUBL524SSB — Best Beverage Center (Wine and Drinks)
KitchenAid 4.8 Cu. Ft. 24" Beverage Center with 14-Wine-Bottle Capacity and Metal-Front Racks (KUBL524SSB)
- Upper zone 33-40°F for sodas, seltzers, beer, cheese and charcuterie; lower zone 42-64°F with two racks for 14 wine bottles, per KitchenAid's spec table.
- Upper shelving: one fixed full-depth and one fixed half-depth shelf. Max Cool drops both zones to their lowest setting for up to 24 hours before a party.
- Same 24-inch flush, hidden-hinge cabinet, LED lighting, Sabbath mode and control lockout as the wine cellars.
- Right-hinge KUBR524SPS (PrintShield stainless, wood-front racks) and Juniper KUBL524SJP cost $2,999.
Buy the beverage center instead of a wine cellar if most of what you chill comes in cans. It gives up 32 bottles of wine space for a fridge zone that goes down to 33°F, which no wine cellar does. The older KUBR214KSB still appears in KitchenAid’s comparison chart at $2,439, but its product page only offers “Where to Buy” and Abt’s search returned no listing on November 4, so treat it as leftover dealer stock. For other brands, see our wine and beverage fridge picks.
Zones and presets: what the owner’s manual says
KitchenAid’s 2026 wine cellar manual (W11515230B) and beverage center manual (W11515229A) list the set-point ranges and the one-touch presets. These are the numbers that decide where each bottle goes.
| Setting | Wine cellar | Beverage center |
|---|---|---|
| Upper zone range | 42-54°F (24 bottles) | 33-40°F (drinks, food) |
| Lower zone range | 42-64°F (22 bottles) | 42-64°F (14 bottles) |
| Factory set point | 50°F upper / 50°F lower | 37°F upper / 50°F lower |
| Presets | Assorted 54°F, Champagne 46°F, Red wine 64°F, Sweet wine 42°F, White wine 50°F | Beverage 34°F, Party 37°F, Red wine 64°F, White wine 50°F, Sweet wine 42°F, Champagne 46°F |
| Over-temperature alert | Above 70°F for 4 hours | Above 70°F for 4 hours |
| Door-open alarm | Yes | After 5 minutes, then every 2 minutes |
Two details are easy to miss. First, the 64°F “Red wine” preset only fits the lower zone, because the upper zone stops at 54°F. Second, 64°F is a serving temperature, not a storage one. Wine Spectator recommends about 55°F for storing all wines, so if you’re keeping bottles for years, set the lower zone to 55°F and use the 64°F preset only for reds you plan to open soon. Our wine fridge temperature guide lists serving temperatures by style.
The 46-bottle fine print. KitchenAid’s product pages describe five racks of 8 Bordeaux bottles and a bottom rack for 6 Champagne-style bottles. The 2026 owner’s manual says racks 1-5 take bottles up to 3 1/8 inches (80 mm) wide and the bottom rack takes “up to five larger wine bottles” up to 3 3/4 inches (95 mm). Wide Champagne bottles go on the bottom rack, so a realistic mixed load is 45.
KitchenAid vs a $699.99 46-bottle cooler
| Spec | KitchenAid KUWR324SSB | NewAir AWR-460DB |
|---|---|---|
| Bottle capacity (maker's rating) | 46 | 46 |
| Zones | 42-54°F / 42-64°F | 40-50°F / 50-66°F |
| Price, Nov 4, 2026 | $2,849 (KitchenAid.com) | $699.99 (newair.com) |
| Cost per bottle of capacity | $61.93 | $15.22 |
| Install | Fully flush, hidden hinges, 24 in cutout | Front-vent built-in for a 24 in cabinet (23.4 in wide) |
| Sealed-system warranty | Years 2-5, parts and labor | See our NewAir guide |
On capacity and cooling range, the NewAir does the same job for about a quarter of the price. Its warm zone actually reaches 66°F, two degrees above KitchenAid’s ceiling. The KitchenAid premium buys three things you can point to: the fully flush hidden-hinge install that sits level with your cabinet doors, a finish that matches a KitchenAid kitchen, and a written 5-year sealed-system warranty that includes labor, not just parts. If none of those matter to you, the NewAir and Kalamera 46-bottle units are the better buy.
The warranty, in KitchenAid’s words
KitchenAid’s Major Appliance Limited Warranty (document W11655295A, linked from the current product pages) has three layers:
| Period (from delivery) | What's covered |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Factory-specified parts and labor for defects in materials or workmanship, or replacement at KitchenAid's discretion |
| Years 2-5 | Sealed refrigeration system for specialty and undercounter refrigerators: compressor, evaporator, condenser, dryer and connecting tubing, parts and labor |
| Cosmetic damage | Only if caused by a defect and reported within 30 days of delivery |
The exclusions matter for a wine fridge. Commercial or non-residential use isn’t covered, so don’t buy one for a restaurant (see our commercial wine coolers instead). Damage from installation that doesn’t follow the instructions isn’t covered either, which brings the 55°F location rule and the “don’t block the base grille” note into play. The warranty is valid only in the US and Canada. Our wine fridge warranty guide compares these terms with other brands.
How to choose a KitchenAid wine fridge
- Decide wine-only or wine plus drinks. A wine cellar holds 46 bottles. A beverage center holds 14 bottles plus a 33-40°F zone for cans and food. Nothing in between.
- Pick the hinge side before anything else. None of these doors is reversible. The R or L in the model number (KUWR, KUWL, KUBR, KUBL) is the hinge side.
- Choose the finish last. Stainless, black stainless, panel-ready and Juniper models share the capacity and zone ranges, so finish is purely about matching your kitchen.
- Measure the opening. KitchenAid’s manual calls for 24 in wide, 24 in deep and 34 1/2 to 35 in tall. Remove baseboard or molding at the back of the opening if you want the front flush.
- Keep it indoors. The manual says not to install where the room drops below 55°F, which rules out most garages. Our garage wine fridge guide covers units built for that.
- Buy during a sale event and bundle if you can. The Early Black Friday sale ends November 18, 2026, and KitchenAid.com takes an extra 5% off two major appliances and 10% off three or more. Our Black Friday wine fridge guide tracks other brands.
The bottom line
The KUWR324SSB / KUWL324SSB ($2,849) is the KitchenAid wine fridge to buy for a stainless kitchen. Choose the KUWL324SPA ($2,749) if you want it hidden behind a cabinet panel, the KUWR314KBS / KUWL314KBS closeout ($2,719) if you have black stainless appliances and want the lowest price, or the Juniper KUWR524SJP / KUWL524SJP ($2,999) if color is the point. If you chill more cans than bottles, the KUBL524SSB beverage center ($2,899) is the better fit. Whichever you choose, you’re paying for the built-in look and the 5-year sealed-system warranty, not for capacity: the same 46 bottles cost $699.99 from NewAir. For a brand-by-brand view, see our best wine fridge brands.
Sources (checked November 4, 2026): KitchenAid.com undercounter category page, wine cellar and beverage center listings and product spec tables (KUWR324SSB, KUWL324SPA, KUWR314KBS, KUWL314KBS, KUWR524SJP, KUWL524SJP, KUBL524SSB, KUBR524SPS, KUBR214KSB); KitchenAid wine cellar owner’s manual W11515230B and beverage center owner’s manual W11515229A; KitchenAid Major Appliance Limited Warranty W11655295A (and W11349453A on the KUWR314KBS page); KitchenAid Early Black Friday terms; Abt.com and AJ Madison listings for the same model numbers; newair.com (AWR-460DB price); Wine Spectator (55°F storage recommendation); CPSC recall search; DataForSEO (US search volume, October 31, 2026).