hOmelabs Upright Freezer
- Upright Freezer
- 1.1 cu ft
- Freestanding
- Stainless Steel
- Better rated than 58%
- More reviewed than 77%
Handy as a dedicated overflow freezer for meats, ice cream or medical items, and quiet enough for a bedroom. Treat the lock as a deterrent rather than security.
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How it ranks among the 35 upright freezers we track
4.2★ across 312 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
312 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 35 upright freezers we track - how the scorecard works · full upright freezers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 11, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
At 17.5 by 18.3 by 19.8 inches, this hOmeLabs unit packs 1.1 cubic feet of freezer space into a box that fits on a table or under a desk. A seven position knob sets temperatures between -4F and 6.8F, and the stainless door reverses to swing from either side.
A cylindrical keyed lock with two keys is the feature that separates it from most dorm size freezers, aimed at storing medication, breast milk or anything that should not be casually opened. Inside is a removable slide out wire shelf in white. The R600a compressor is rated below 42 decibels and about 240 kWh per year, which the maker puts near 29 dollars of electricity.
- 1.1 cu ft, 17.5 x 18.3 x 19.8 inches
- Seven setting thermostat, -4F to 6.8F
- Rated 240 kWh per year
- Removable slide out wire shelf
Who it's for
A fit for a dorm, office, nursery or truck cab where a full freezer is out of the question and the main kitchen freezer is already full. It is a supplement, not a primary appliance, and there is no refrigerator compartment at all.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers use it as supplemental meat storage, in a tractor cab and for frozen feeder rodents, and consistently describe it as quiet and larger inside than expected. One reviewer measured the interior as roughly 12 by 12 by 6 inches on the top shelf and 7 by 12 by 6.5 below, and another fits three aftermarket wire baskets holding 30 plus single servings. Two warnings come up: the child lock can be pushed in from outside, so one owner will not rely on it, and the back interior wiring area is open rather than concealed behind a panel. The most serious complaint is lifespan, with one buyer losing two units at roughly 18 months each and being refused a second replacement. Packing is tight enough that one buyer had to cut the box apart.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Fits on a desk or countertop
- Keyed lock with two keys included
- Reversible door for either hand
- Under 42dB, suited to quiet rooms
- Lock is easy to defeat by hand
- 1.1 cu ft fills quickly
- Manual defrost, dial control only
- Rear interior wiring is left exposed
Performance notes
Setting 4 is the recommended starting point, left for 24 hours before fine tuning toward 7 for colder. The single wire shelf splits the cabinet unevenly, and owners get more out of it by adding small wire baskets to stack packages vertically. Manual defrost applies, and the thermostat knob sits low on the cabinet rather than at the top. Like any compressor appliance it should stand upright for a full day after delivery before being plugged in.
Specifications
| Brand | hOmeLabs |
|---|---|
| Model | HME030361N |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 31.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.3 × 17.5 × 19.8 inches |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.1 cu ft |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Number Of Shelves | 1 |
| Color | Black and Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | hOmelabs Upright Freezer - 1.1 Cubic Feet Compact Reversible Single Door Vertical Freezer with Child Door Lock - Table Top Mini Freezing Machine with Removable Shelves for Office Dorm or Apartment |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | hOmelabs Upright Freezer - 1.1 Cubic Feet Compact Reversible Single Door Vertical Freezer with Child Door Lock - Table Top Mini Freezing Machine with Removable Shelves for Office Dorm or Apartment |
| Specification Met | UL, Energy Efficiency Certification |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in upright freezers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| hOmelabs Upright FreezerThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 312 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Whynter CUF-112SS MiniWhynter | 4.5 / 5 | 6,818 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Koolatron 1.2 Cubic Feet Capacity White Upright freezerKoolatron | 4.5 / 5 | 111 | 4.0 / 5 |
| HOMCOM Mini Freezer CountertopHOMCOM | 4.4 / 5 | 416 | 3.9 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER 1.2 Cu. Ft. Compact Upright FreezerBLACK+DECKER | 4.2 / 5 | 236 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Questions about the hOmeLabs HME030361N
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the hOmeLabs HME030361N have a refrigerator section?
No. It is freezer only, a point one buyer specifically flags, with a range of about -4F to 6.8F across seven settings.
How secure is the lock on the hOmeLabs 1.1 cu ft freezer?
It uses a cylindrical lock with two keys, but one owner notes the latch can be pushed in from the outside, so treat it as a deterrent.
Can the hOmeLabs mini freezer door be reversed?
Yes. A top hinge cover lets you set the door to swing left or right depending on where you place it.