Danby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft Freezer vs Midea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Danby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft Freezer and the Midea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 2.9. The Danby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft Freezer leads on warranty and efficiency. The Midea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer wins on value and features. The Midea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer costs $140.86 less ($219 vs $359.86).

Danby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft Freezer vs Midea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer

Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small freezer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightDanby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft FreezerMidea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer
Overall rating3.0/52.9/5
Value 30%0 $102.82 per cu ft ($359.86, 3.5 cu ft)45 $62.57 per cu ft ($219, 3.5 cu ft)
Efficiency 25%42 173 kWh a year (49.4 kWh per cu ft)19 193 kWh a year (55.1 kWh per cu ft)
Garage 15%100 rated to run in rooms down to 0 °F100 rated to run in rooms down to 0 °F
Warranty 15%72 5-year full warranty0 1-year full warranty
Features 15%38 defrost drain, 1 basket50 1 basket

Specifications

Danby DCF035A5WDB 3.5 Cu Ft FreezerMidea 3.5 Cu Ft Convertible Freezer
Storage
Capacity3.5 cu ft3.5 cu ft
Baskets11
DefrostManualManual
Defrost drainYes-
Converts to fridgeNoYes
Energy and placement
Energy use173 kWh/yr193 kWh/yr
ENERGY STARYes-
Room temperature range0 to 110 °F0 to 110 °F
Garage readyYesYes
Build
Temperature alarmNo-
Power lightYes-
LockNo-
Dimensions20.25 x 21.88 x 33.25 in21.5 x 17.6 x 33.5 in
Weight50.6 lb47.8 lb
Warranty5 years1 year
Sealed system warranty5 years-
Released2022-122024-09

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