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GE GSS25GSHSS Water Filter Replacement
Confirmed by the manufacturer's parts listing
GE lists the GE XWFE Refrigerator Water Filter for the GSS25GSHSS
- Part number
- XWFE
- Replace
- about every 6 months
The XWFE has a built-in chip. The older XWF has no chip and is not a guaranteed substitute: fridges that expect an XWFE can show an error with an XWF. Buy the XWFE if GE lists it for your model.
Check your current filter first. GE's parts listing names the XWFE for this model, but some retailers list the MWF for other GSS25GSH revisions.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. We verify the genuine filter only. Non-genuine results aren't checked by us: confirm the listing names your model and an NSF/ANSI certification.
Current filter says MWF? Buy the GE MWF SmartWater Filter
The XWFE and MWF fit different housings, so match the part number printed on the filter you're replacing.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. We verify the genuine filter only. Non-genuine results aren't checked by us: confirm the listing names your model and an NSF/ANSI certification.
Confirm before you buy
- Check the model label inside your fridge reads GSS25GSHSS.
- The filter in your fridge now should be labelled XWFE.
How we checked this match
Confirmed by the manufacturer's parts listing: products.geappliances.com (manufacturer), filtersfast.com.
Checked 2026-10-28. Spotted an error? Tell us.
Replacing the GSS25GSHSS water filter
The XWFE installs the same way in every refrigerator that uses it. Follow the XWFE replacement steps or our full guide, how to replace a ge refrigerator water filter. Where the filter sits varies by model, so check your owner's manual for its location.
Other refrigerators that use the XWFE
GSS25GSHSS water filter questions
What water filter does the GE GSS25GSHSS use?
The GE XWFE Refrigerator Water Filter. Confirmed by the manufacturer's parts listing (products.geappliances.com, filtersfast.com).
How often should I change the GSS25GSHSS water filter?
Replace the XWFE about every 6 months. Change it sooner if water flow from the dispenser slows noticeably.
What should I check before buying the XWFE?
The XWFE has a built-in chip. The older XWF has no chip and is not a guaranteed substitute: fridges that expect an XWFE can show an error with an XWF. Buy the XWFE if GE lists it for your model.
What if my current filter says MWF?
Then buy the GE MWF SmartWater Filter. GE's parts listing names the XWFE for this model, but some retailers list the MWF for other GSS25GSH revisions.