A mini freezer is a useful addition to any home, especially a small apartment, a dorm or a garage where there is no room for a full-size unit. Here are some of the best mini freezers you can buy right now, along with a few compact fridges that include a freezer section.

Updated September 2026: product availability, specs and prices re-checked.

1. Midea MRU03M2ABB Compact Upright Freezer

The Midea MRU03M2ABB takes the place of the Haier HC17SF15RB, which Haier no longer makes. Unlike the Haier, which was a fridge with a small freezer section, this is a true upright freezer.

It holds 3 cubic feet and measures 19.7 inches wide, 21.3 inches deep and 33.9 inches tall. It is Energy Star certified, and Midea rates its energy use at 240 kWh per year. Inside you get two fixed shelves and a wire drawer. The door is reversible and the freezer uses manual defrost.

Pros of Midea MRU03M2ABB

• True freezer, not a fridge with a freezer box
• Energy Star certified
• Reversible door

Cons of Midea MRU03M2ABB

• Manual defrost

2. Magic Chef MCUF3S2 3.0 Cubic Feet Upright Mini Freezer

The Magic Chef MCUF3S2 is a 3.0 cubic foot upright freezer with a stainless steel door. It is about 20 inches wide and 32 inches tall, small enough to fit under many counters or in a closet.

Two wire shelves split the space into three levels, and a dial on the front sets the temperature. The door is reversible and uses manual defrost. Magic Chef backs it with a 1-year warranty plus 5 years on the compressor. It sold for about $339 on Magic Chef’s site (September 2026). The same freezer comes in white as the MCUF3W2.

Pros of Magic Chef MCUF3S2 3.0

• Sleek stainless steel door
• Three storage levels
• Adjustable thermostat
• 5-year compressor warranty

Cons of Magic Chef MCUF3S2 3.0

• Freezer door does not have storage space

3. BLACK+DECKER BCRK25B Compact Refrigerator with Freezer

The BLACK+DECKER BCRK25B is a compact fridge rather than a freezer. It earns a spot for people who want a little frozen storage next to cold drinks and snacks.

It holds 2.5 cubic feet and stands about 26.6 inches tall and 18.5 inches wide. A full-width freezer compartment with an ice tray sits at the top. It is Energy Star certified, uses manual defrost, and has a reversible door. The shelves can be removed to fit taller items.

Pros of BLACK+DECKER BCRK25B

• Energy Star certified
• Adjustable thermostat
• Removable shelves
• Full-width freezer compartment

Cons of BLACK+DECKER BCRK25B

• The freezer section is small and not a true freezer

4. Whynter CDF-177SB Glass Door Countertop Freezer

The Whynter CDF-177SB replaces the RCA RFR321, which is sold out and no longer listed by RCA. It is a 1.8 cubic foot upright freezer with a glass door, so you can see what is inside without opening it.

It measures 19 inches wide, 19.5 inches deep and 25 inches tall. Whynter lists a temperature range of -13°F to 3°F and Energy Star certification. It uses manual defrost with fan circulation to keep the cold even. The door is reversible and has a lock.

Pros of Whynter CDF-177SB

• Glass door shows the contents at a glance
• Locking, reversible door
• Low temperature range

Cons of Whynter CDF-177SB

• Glass door insulates less than a solid one

5. Whynter CUF-210SS Upright Freezer

The Whynter CUF-210SS is a quiet, compact upright freezer. It fits in a kitchen, office, game room or garage. It holds 2.1 cubic feet and keeps food between -10°F and 2°F.

It measures about 17.25 inches wide, 20 inches deep and 27 inches tall. Whynter rates its energy use at 219 kWh per year. The stainless steel door is reversible and has a lock and a recessed handle. It sold for about $238 on Whynter’s store (September 2026).

Pros of Whynter CUF-210SS

• Low energy use
• Lockable door
• Compact footprint
• Stainless steel finish

Cons of Whynter CUF-210SS

• Manual defrost

6. Whynter CUF-110B Energy Star Mini Freezer

The Whynter CUF-110B is one of the smallest freezers on this list. It holds 1.1 cubic feet and measures 18.5 inches wide, 17.25 inches deep and 19.5 inches tall, so it can sit on a counter or under a desk.

It is Energy Star certified, and owners report that it runs quietly. The black door is reversible and has a lock and a recessed handle. Temperature is set with a dial, and defrosting is manual.

Pros of Whynter CUF-110B

• Energy Star rating
• Reversible, lockable door
• Small enough for a countertop
• Temperature control dial

Cons of Whynter CUF-110B

• Compressor is exposed

7. Whynter CUF-301SS Convertible Upright Freezer

The Whynter CUF-301SS replaces the EdgeStar convertible mini freezer, which has been discontinued. Like the EdgeStar, it can run either as a freezer or as a fridge, so it works as overflow storage for whatever you need that month.

It holds 3.1 cubic feet. In fridge mode it keeps between 32°F and 50°F. It is Energy Star certified, and Whynter rates its energy use at 240 kWh per year. The stainless steel door is reversible and lockable, and it uses manual defrost.

Pros of Whynter CUF-301SS

• Switches between freezer and fridge
• Energy Star certified
• Lockable door

Cons of Whynter CUF-301SS

• Manual defrost

8. Midea WHD-113FSS1 Double Door Mini Fridge

The Midea WHD-113FSS1 is a two-door compact fridge with a separate freezer. Of its 3.1 cubic feet, 2.2 go to the fridge and 0.9 to the freezer. The fridge runs from about 34°F to 50°F, and the freezer from -11.2°F to 10.4°F.

It measures 18.5 inches wide, 19.9 inches deep and 33 inches tall. It is Energy Star certified, uses manual defrost, and both doors are reversible. Having its own freezer door means the freezer holds its temperature better than a freezer box inside a fridge.

Pros of Midea WHD-113FSS1

• Separate freezer door
• Energy Star certified
• Reversible doors

Cons of Midea WHD-113FSS1

• Some owners report a constant low hum

9. Midea WHS-109FW1 Upright Mini Freezer

Another option from Midea is the WHS-109FW1, a white 3 cubic foot upright freezer. It measures 19.7 inches wide, 21.2 inches deep and 33.9 inches tall.

Midea rates its energy use at 240 kWh per year and says it is garage-ready: it can run in rooms from 0°F to 110°F. That makes it a good fit for a garage or basement. The door is reversible, temperature is set mechanically, and defrosting is manual.

Pros of Midea WHS-109FW1

• Garage-ready
• Organized interior
• Mechanical temperature control

Cons of Midea WHS-109FW1

• Not Energy Star certified, per Midea’s listing

10. Midea WHS-65LB1 Compact Refrigerator

The Midea WHS-65LB1 is a 1.6 cubic foot compact fridge for a dorm, RV or small office. It is not a true freezer, but it has a small freezer compartment inside for ice trays.

It measures 18.6 inches wide, 17.7 inches deep and 19.4 inches tall, so it fits under most desks. It is Energy Star certified, Midea rates its energy use at 207 kWh per year, and the door is reversible.

Pros of Midea WHS-65LB1

• Fits in small places
• Energy Star certified
• Reversible door

Cons of Midea WHS-65LB1

• Freezer compartment is too small for real frozen storage

What to Look For

• True freezer or fridge with freezer: a dedicated freezer holds 0°F or colder. A freezer box inside a mini fridge usually does not.
• Capacity: 1 to 2 cubic feet suits a dorm or office. Around 3 cubic feet holds a few weeks of frozen food.
• Defrost: almost every model this size uses manual defrost, so plan to defrost it now and then.
• Location: if it will go in a garage, pick a garage-ready model.

Related reading

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Conclusion

These are some of the best mini freezers you can buy this year. If you need true frozen storage, choose one of the upright freezers. If you mostly want cold drinks with a little ice, a compact fridge with a freezer section will do.

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