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Whynter

Whynter Upright Freezer 1.1 Cu Ft

  • Capacity: 1.1 cu ft
  • Number Of Shelves: 1
  • Door Orientation: Reversible
  • Installation Type: Freestanding

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

Our verdict

Worth considering when the lock matters as much as the cold. At 1.1 cubic feet this is a supplementary freezer, but few units this size ship with a keyed lock and a thermostat that reaches -11F.

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ASIN: B01N9XU3FWModel: CUF-112SSCategory: Upright Freezers

Colors Available

BlackRose GoldStainless Steel

Sizes Available

2.1 Cubic Feet3 Cubic Feet

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Overview

At 1.1 cubic feet, the Whynter CUF-112SS is a compact upright freezer aimed at a dorm room, office, basement or garage rather than a household's main frozen storage. Its mechanical thermostat runs from -11F to 10.4F, and a cylinder lock with two keys makes it a sensible pick where the contents need to stay secure, such as stored breast milk.

  • 1.1 cubic feet, sized for one room
  • Cylinder lock and two keys included
  • Adjusts from -11F up to 10.4F
  • Slide-out wire shelf lifts out entirely

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Reaches -11F, well below the 0F storage mark
  • Cylinder lock and two keys come included
  • Reversible door suits an awkward corner
  • Energy Star rated for a secondary appliance
Cons
  • 1.1 cubic feet is genuinely small
  • Mechanical dial, so no precise temperature readout
  • Manual defrost rather than frost-free
  • One slide-out shelf is the only organisation

Performance notes

The useful number here is the -11F floor rather than the capacity. Long-term frozen storage is generally reckoned from 0F, and a unit that only just reaches that mark loses ground every time the door opens in a warm room. Reaching -11F leaves headroom, which is what makes a compact freezer workable in a garage where ambient temperature swings through the year.

Specifications

BrandWhynter
ModelCUF-112SS
Dimensions & fit
Door OrientationReversible
Item Weight35.21 poundslower than 90% of 30 upright freezers
Item Dimensions D x W x H17.2 × 18.5 × 19.5 inches
Capacity & performance
Capacity1.1 cu ftlower than 89% of 29 upright freezers
Power & efficiency
Wattage79 watts
Voltage115 volts
Construction & materials
Number Of Shelves1
Door Material TypeReversible
ColorStainless Steel
Compatibility & installation
Installation TypeFreestanding
Included components
Unit Count1
Included Components1 Freezer
Warranty & support
Warranty Description1 year
Other details
Specification MetEnergy Star

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Frequently asked questions

How cold does the Whynter CUF-112SS actually get?

The mechanical control covers -11F to 10.4F, so it reaches well below the 0F mark used for long-term frozen storage.

Can the Whynter CUF-112SS be locked?

Yes. It ships with a cylinder lock and two keys, which is why it turns up in offices and shared kitchens rather than only as a spare home freezer.

Is it suitable for a garage?

Whynter lists garages, basements and offices among its intended locations. It is Energy Star rated, and the reversible-swing door helps in a tight corner.