Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer vs Whynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer is the better freezer overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer leads on value. The Whynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer wins on features. The Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer costs $155 less ($234.99 vs $389.99).

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Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer vs Whynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

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

Factor weightMidea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright FreezerWhynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer
Overall rating3.5/53.2/5
Value 30%74 $78.33 per cu ft ($234.99, 3 cu ft)29 $125.80 per cu ft ($389.99, 3.1 cu ft)
Efficiency 20%75 240 kWh a year (80 kWh per cu ft)81 240 kWh a year (77.4 kWh per cu ft)
Garage 10%100 rated to run in rooms down to 0 °F100 rated to run in rooms down to 0 °F
Warranty 15%6 1-year full warranty, 2 years on the compressor0 1-year full warranty
Features 25%35 reversible door, 2 shelves, 1 bins or drawers55 lock, reversible door, converts to fridge, 2 shelves, 1 bins or drawers

Specifications

Midea WHS-109FW1 3.0 cu ft Upright FreezerWhynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer
Storage
Capacity3 cu ft3.1 cu ft
Shelves22
Bins and drawers11
DefrostManualManual
Converts to fridgeNoYes
Reversible doorYesYes
Energy and placement
Energy use240 kWh/yr240 kWh/yr
ENERGY STARYesYes
Room temperature range0 to 110 °F0 to 110 °F
Garage readyYes-
Noise42 dB-
Build
Lock-Yes
Dimensions19.7 x 21.2 x 33.9 in20.5 x 21.2 x 34.6 in
Weight48 lb50.8 lb
Warranty1 year1 year
Compressor warranty2 years-

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