Costway EP23796 3.0 cu ft Upright Freezer
#9 in CompactFull review
A 3 cu ft freezer with a very short warranty; the same money buys longer cover elsewhere.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
3 cu ftManual
2.4/5
A 1.2 cu ft dorm freezer for ice cream and a few meals; pay more per cubic foot for the size.
- 1.2 cu ftCapacity
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$194
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Light at 41 lb and small enough to sit on a counter
- Brand-name warranty on a very small freezer
Cons
- The highest price per cubic foot in the group
- Meant for temperature-controlled rooms only
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BUFK12W |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| Capacity | 1.2 cu ft |
| Shelves | 1 |
| Energy and placement | |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Garage ready | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 40.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Compressor warranty | 2 years |
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