KitchenAid model match
Water filter replacement for KitchenAid KRFF305ESS
The supported refrigerator filter in our guide is everydrop® Filter 1, manufacturer part number EDR1RXD1.
Compatibility entry updated August 23, 2026Direct answer: EDR1RXD1The KitchenAid KRFF305ESS is matched with everydrop® Filter 1. Confirm the full model label and manufacturer result before ordering.
Which water filter fits KitchenAid KRFF305ESS?
Our compatibility guide associates KitchenAid refrigerator model KRFF305ESS with everydrop® Filter 1, part EDR1RXD1. This is the identifying number to compare when searching for a replacement refrigerator filter, fridge filter, or compatible cartridge.
KitchenAid models in the same product line can use different filter families or revisions. Record every character on the rating label before comparing replacement options. Do not choose a cartridge based only on refrigerator color, door arrangement, or product photography.
Verification record for KRFF305ESS
This entry pairs the complete model number with everydrop® Filter 1 and part EDR1RXD1. It was last reviewed using official KitchenAid compatibility information on August 23, 2026.
See how every match is checked →Confirm the model before purchasing
Open the refrigerator and locate the permanent model-and-serial label, commonly found on a side wall, ceiling, door frame, or behind a crisper drawer. Confirm that it reads KRFF305ESS, including the final letters and numbers.
- Use the appliance model—not the serial number.
- Compare EDR1RXD1 with the number on the installed cartridge.
- Open the official KitchenAid confirmation link before ordering.
- Stop if the old and new filter connections do not match.
How often should it be replaced?
The listed replacement interval for everydrop® Filter 1 is every 6 months or 200 gallons. Replace sooner if the refrigerator manual directs you to, the rated capacity is reached, dispenser flow drops noticeably, taste changes, or the filter indicator requests replacement.
A reset light does not renew the cartridge. Reset the indicator only after installing and flushing the correct new filter.
Installation and flushing
Open the filter compartment, remove the existing cartridge as directed by the model manual, and seat the replacement without forcing the locking mechanism. Follow the KRFF305ESS owner’s manual for the exact compartment location, release method, flushing volume, and reset sequence.
Air may cause temporary sputtering during the first dispensing cycles. Continue only as directed by the manual and inspect the housing for leaks. If water continues to escape, shut off the supply and recheck the cartridge, seals, and housing.
OEM versus compatible filters
Use EDR1RXD1 as the reference part when comparing alternatives. A compatible cartridge should explicitly identify that OEM number and provide independent evidence for its certification claims. A similar-looking connector or a broad statement that it “fits KitchenAid” is not sufficient.
For the lowest-friction choice, use the manufacturer-approved filter. If considering a third-party option, confirm the exact fit, certifier listing, seller, and return policy before opening the package.