Whynter CUF-301SS 3.1 cu ft Upright Freezer
#7 in CompactFull review
A small locking freezer for a dorm, office or shared apartment where the lock matters more than the price per cubic foot.
Amazon $389.99$389.99
3.1 cu ftManual240 kWh/yr
2.9/5
A 3 cu ft freezer with a very short warranty; the same money buys longer cover elsewhere.
- 3 cu ftCapacity
- ManualDefrost
- 0.2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$279.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Two chrome shelves
- 7-grade thermostat, about -8 °F to 7 °F
Cons
- Three-month warranty, the shortest in the group
- No published energy rating
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 | EP23796 |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| Capacity | 3 cu ft |
| Shelves | 2 |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Converts to fridge | No |
| Build | |
| Dimensions | 20.5 x 20 x 31 in |
| Weight | 53 lb |
| Warranty | 0.2 years |
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