HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor
#2 in RefrigeratorsFull review
A roomy outdoor fridge for a patio or garage at about half the price of the big-name outdoor units.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
The HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor is the better undercounter refrigerator overall, rated 3.6 to 2.8. The HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor leads on value and capacity. The HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor costs $492.40 less ($1,099.99 vs $1,592.39).
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Summit FF1843BSSADA 18-inch
#10 in RefrigeratorsFull review
An 18 in built-in ADA fridge with a lock, for a narrow spot under a lower counter.
Amazon $1,592.39$1,592.39
Which should you buy?
- Choose the HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor for value ($203.70 per cu ft ($1,099.99, 5.4 cu ft) vs $589.77 per cu ft ($1,592.39, 2.7 cu ft)) and capacity (5.4 cu ft vs 2.7 cu ft).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every refrigerators undercounter refrigerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor | Summit FF1843BSSADA 18-inch |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 60 $203.70 per cu ft ($1,099.99, 5.4 cu ft) | 1 $589.77 per cu ft ($1,592.39, 2.7 cu ft) |
| Capacity 15% | 97 5.4 cu ft | 7 2.7 cu ft |
| Installation 20% | 55 front venting not stated, rated for outdoor use | 70 front venting for built-in use, indoor use |
| Energy use 15% | 50 energy use not published (neutral score used) | 67 250 kWh a year |
| Noise 5% | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) | 92 33.1 dB |
| Warranty 15% | 40 1-year warranty, 5 years on the compressor | 40 1-year warranty, 5 years on the compressor |
Specifications
| HCK SS1A 24-inch Outdoor | Summit FF1843BSSADA 18-inch | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 5.4 cu ft | 2.7 cu ft |
| Temperature range | 32 to 50 F | - |
| Defrost | Automatic | Automatic |
| Installation | ||
| Width | 23.7 in | 17.8 in |
| Height | 32.3 in | 31.5 in |
| Depth | 22 in | 24 in |
| Built-in (front venting) | - | Built-in |
| Outdoor use | Rated for outdoor | Indoor |
| Max ambient | 110 F | - |
| Reversible door | Yes | Yes |
| Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Running | ||
| Energy use | - | 250 kWh/yr |
| Noise | - | 33.1 dB |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 71.7 lb | 103 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Compressor warranty | 5 years | 5 years |