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Summit Appliance

Summit Appliance SCFF1842SS Upright Freezer

  • Capacity: 2.7 cu ft
  • Door Orientation: Reversible
  • Installation Type: Freestanding
  • Door Material Type: Metal

Last refreshed Jun 11, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A well-built compact freezer when it arrives working, though one documented case of early frost buildup and compressor noise means it is worth confirming the seller's return process before buying.

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ASIN: B00T8J838KModel: SCFF1842SSCategory: Upright Freezers

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BlackStainless-Steel

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Overview

The Summit SCFF1842SS is an 18 inch wide upright freezer built for small kitchens, with a frost-free 2.7 cubic foot interior, slide-out chrome shelves and a factory-installed lock.

Its narrow footprint targets tight spaces and under-counter builds, with either built-in or freestanding installation supported. A digital thermostat handles temperature control. One reviewer's unit developed interior ice buildup within a week despite the frost-free design, which their retailer and Summit both processed as a defective unit rather than normal operation.

  • 18 inch width, 2.7 cubic foot interior
  • Fully frost-free operation
  • Built-in or freestanding installation
  • Digital thermostat and factory lock

Who it's for

Suits a micro-kitchen or small home that needs freezer capacity in an 18 inch footprint and wants built-in or under-counter flexibility.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • 18 inch width fits small kitchens and under-counter spaces
  • Frost-free design with slide-out chrome shelves
  • Digital thermostat for temperature control
Cons
  • One reported defective unit with frost buildup despite frost-free design
  • Compressor noted as slightly high-pitched when cycling on

Performance notes

The digital thermostat is meant to hold a steady frost-free temperature without manual defrosting, though one buyer's unit iced up internally within seven days and was confirmed defective on delivery by a certified repair technician. That same reviewer described the compressor as producing a slightly high-pitched sound when it cycled on.

Specifications

BrandSummit Appliance
ModelSCFF1842SS
Dimensions & fit
Door OrientationReversible
Item Weight107 poundshigher than 55% of 30 upright freezers
Item Dimensions D x W x H24 × 18 × 34 inches
Capacity & performance
Capacity2.7 cu ftlower than 82% of 29 upright freezers
Power & efficiency
Voltage120 voltshigher than 71% of 29 upright freezers
Construction & materials
Door Material TypeMetal
ColorStainless Steel
Compatibility & installation
Installation TypeFreestanding
Included components
Unit Count1
Warranty & support
Warranty Description1 year

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Frequently asked questions

How wide is the SCFF1842SS?

18 inches, sized for small homes and micro-kitchens.

Can it be built into cabinetry?

Yes, it is designed for either built-in or freestanding under-counter use.

Does it have manual defrost?

No, it is fully frost-free, though one reviewer reported a defective unit that developed interior ice despite this design.