RPWFE filter: genuine vs replacement
Last checked October 28, 2026
Either, if you pick a matching tier
The genuine GE RPWFE is listed to NSF/ANSI 42, 53 and 401 at the exact model level (IAPMO).
We found 2 replacement models listed by number: 1 covers the same standards, and 0 are listed to NSF/ANSI 42 only, which covers taste and chlorine, not lead.
Verdict: either is fine if you pick a matching tier, such as Maxblue MB-RPWFE-P. Skip the basic tiers if you want lead reduction.
Sources: public listings read October 28, 2026, linked below. How we check.
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Your options, by listed certification
Fit note: each replacement above carries the RPWFE number in its own model name, so its seller presents it as a replacement for RPWFE. We did not confirm fit with the replacement makers; confirm with your manual.
Side by side
| Filter | NSF/ANSI 42 | 53 | 401 | Lead claim | Rated | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genuine GE RPWFE | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 170 gal | IAPMO R&T listing (more files: 2 3 4 5 6) |
| Maxblue MB-RPWFE-P | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 300 gal | NSF listing |
| Fridgetastic RWFOM.RPWFE | Yes | Yes | No | No | 300 gal | IAPMO R&T listing (more files: 2) |
What the tiers mean for RPWFE
Most replacement brands sell the same filter shape in up to three versions with almost the same name. For RPWFE we found 0 basic, 1 mid and 1 top tier models.
- Basic tier, NSF/ANSI 42 only: listed for aesthetic claims such as chlorine, taste and odor. No health claims such as lead.
- Mid tier, adds NSF/ANSI 53: health effect claims. Check the listing for the exact contaminants; for these models it includes lead where marked above.
- Top tier, adds NSF/ANSI 401: a set of emerging compounds such as some medicines and pesticides, each named in the listing.
The model numbers differ by a letter or a suffix, so read the exact number on the box before you buy. NSF 42 vs 53 vs 401 explained.
Which refrigerators use the RPWFE
89 model entries as linked by GE on its own model pages (one example, read October 28, 2026). Linked models have their own page. From GE's own product data: each model listed links this filter and no other. Many newer GE models link both RPWFE and XWFE; those are left out here.
- GE GFD28GBLTS
- GE GFE26GGHBB
- GE GFS26GMNES
- GE GNE26GGDBB
- GE GYE22HBLTS
- GE GYE22HSKSS
- GE GYS22GMNES
- GE Profile PFD28KBLTS
- GE Profile PFE27KSDSS
- GE Adora DFE28JBLTS
- GE Adora DFE28JELDS
- GE Adora DFE28JGHBB
- GE Adora DFE28JGHWW
- GE Adora DFE28JMHES
- GE Adora DFE28JMKES
- GE Adora DFE28JSHSS
- GE Adora DFE28JSKSS
- GE Adora DFE29JGDBB
- GE Adora DFE29JGDWW
- GE Adora DFE29JMDES
- GE Adora DFE29JSDSS
- GE GFD28GMLES
- GE GFD28GSLSS
- GE GFD28GYNFS
- GE GFE26GGHWW
- GE GFE26GGKBB
- GE GFE26GGKWW
- GE GFE26GMHES
- GE GFE26GMKES
- GE GFE26GSHSS
- GE GFE26GSKSS
- GE GFE27GGDBB
- GE GFE27GGDWW
- GE GFE27GMDES
- GE GFE27GSDSS
- GE GFE28GBLTS
- GE GFE28GGKBB
- GE GFE28GGKWW
- GE GFE28GSKSS
- GE GFE28HGHBB
- GE GFE28HGHWW
- GE GFE28HMHES
- GE GFE28HMKES
- GE GFE28HSHSS
- GE GFE28HSKSS
- GE GFE29HGDBB
- GE GFE29HGDWW
- GE GFE29HMDES
- GE GFE29HMEES
- GE GFE29HSDSS
- GE GFS26GSNSS
- GE GNE26GGDWW
- GE GNE26GMDES
- GE GNE26GSDSS
- GE GNE29GGHBB
- GE GNE29GGHWW
- GE GNE29GGKBB
- GE GNE29GGKWW
- GE GNE29GMHES
- GE GNE29GSHSS
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- GE GNE29GSKSS
- GE GYE22HMKES
- GE GYE22KMHES
- GE GYE22KSHSS
- GE Profile PFD28KSLSS
- GE Profile PFE28KELDS
- GE Profile PFE28KSKSS
- GE Profile PFE28PBLTS
- GE Profile PFE28PELDS
- GE Profile PFE28PMKES
- GE Profile PFE28PSKSS
- GE Profile PFE28RSHSS
- GE Profile PFE29PSDSS
- GE Profile PFH28PSHSS
- GE Profile PWE23KGDBB
- GE Profile PWE23KGDWW
- GE Profile PWE23KMDES
- GE Profile PWE23KSDSS
- GE Profile PWE23KSKSS
- GE Profile PYD22KBLTS
- GE Profile PYD22KSLSS
- GE Profile PYE22KSKSS
- GE Profile PYE22PBLTS
- GE Profile PYE22PELDS
- GE Profile PYE22PMKES
- GE Profile PYE22PSHSS
- GE Profile PYE22PSKSS
- GE Profile PYE23KSDSS
- GE Profile PYE23PSDSS
Genuine RPWFE specs from the maker
| Maker's rated capacity | 170 gallons |
|---|---|
| Maker's change interval | 6 months |
| Maker's own claim | “Certified to reduce 70+ impurities including lead, chlorine, PFOA/PFOS, microplastics, and select pharmaceuticals.” |
| Source | GE product page, read October 28, 2026 |
Questions
Is a cheap replacement RPWFE filter as good as genuine?
It depends on the exact model. Of the 2 replacements we found, 0 are listed to NSF/ANSI 42 only. Top tier models such as Maxblue MB-RPWFE-P are listed to 42, 53 and 401. The genuine filter is listed to NSF/ANSI 42, 53 and 401.
Does the RPWFE filter remove lead?
The genuine filter's NSF/ANSI 53 listing includes lead reduction. Among replacements, 1 of 2 list lead reduction.
Where do these certification facts come from?
From the public NSF, IAPMO R&T and WQA listings, searched by the exact model number, with the read date shown. A second, separate lookup confirmed each row before publishing. We never call a filter certified unless the listing names that exact model.
Sources
- IAPMO listing for GE RPWFE: http://myplc.iapmo.org/certificate#/18761 (read October 28, 2026, second check October 28, 2026)
- NSF listing for Maxblue MB-RPWFE-P: https://info.nsf.org/Certified/DWTU/Listings.asp?TradeName=MB-RPWFE-P&submit3=Search (read October 28, 2026, second check October 28, 2026)
- IAPMO listing for Fridgetastic RWFOM.RPWFE: http://myplc.iapmo.org/certificate#/19603 (read October 28, 2026, second check October 28, 2026)
- NSF search for RPWFE, no listing found: https://info.nsf.org/Certified/DWTU/Listings.asp?TradeName=RPWFE&submit3=Search (read October 28, 2026)
- WQA search for RPWFE, no listing found: https://find.wqa.org/find-products (keyword search) (read October 28, 2026)
- GE product page: https://www.geapplianceparts.com/store/parts/spec/RPWFE (read October 28, 2026)
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