Frigidaire Retro 2 Door Apartment Refrigerator 7.5 Cu. Ft.
- 7.5 cu ft total, 5.8 cu ft fresh food and 1.7 cu ft freezer
- Top freezer, two doors, separate freezer section
- 23.03 x 21.46 x 57.99 in (D x W x H)
- Manual defrost, mechanical thermostat
- 378 kWh per year listed energy use
- 3 adjustable glass shelves plus a covered crisper
- 110 volts, 90 lb
Last refreshed Jun 14, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A charming apartment-size fridge with a true top freezer and adjustable glass shelves for small kitchens. Plan on defrosting the freezer by hand from time to time.
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ASIN: B0F3FNM58LCategory: Refrigerators
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Overview
A dorm room, studio kitchen or basement rec room gets a full-height retro fridge here, with a top freezer behind its own door and a fresh food section below. Mechanical controls set the thermostat, and the flush back lets it stand close to a wall.
Frigidaire fits separate freezer and fridge doors into a narrow apartment footprint, so frozen food stays apart from produce and drinks. Defrosting is a manual job, and the listing contradicts itself on how many door shelves there are.
Who it's for
Small apartments, dorms and basement bars that want a vintage look and a real freezer compartment benefit most. Households stocking a week of groceries for a family will outgrow the fresh food section quickly.
Pros and cons
- Separate top freezer with its own door
- Adjustable spill-containing glass shelves
- Rear castors make moving it easier
- Flush back stands close to walls
- Manual defrost means periodic thawing
- Door shelf count conflicts within the listing
- Compact fresh food space for big households
- No smart home features
Performance notes
Cooling comes from a compressor governed by a mechanical thermostat dial, so there is no digital temperature readout. Frost builds on the freezer walls over time because defrost is manual, which means emptying and thawing it periodically. Glass shelves catch spills before they drip onto the shelves below.
Specifications
| Brand | Frigidaire |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Door Orientation | Right |
| Item weight | 90 lb |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 23.03 x 21.46 x 57.99 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7.5 cubic feet |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 5.8 cubic feet |
| Freezer Capacity | 1.7 cubic feet |
| Defrost System Type | Manual |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes, mechanical thermostat |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 378 kWh per year |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Number Of Shelves | 3 |
| Shelf Type | Glass |
| Color | Vanilla |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Configuration | Freezer-on-top |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Leveling and casters | 2 front leveling legs, 2 rear castors |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Frigidaire EFRO796 retro fridge frost-free?
No. The specs list a manual defrost system, so the freezer has to be thawed by hand when frost builds up. The description mentions a cycle defrost, but the spec table states manual.
Can this retro refrigerator go flat against a wall?
Yes. The description says the smooth flush back lets it be installed against a wall, and the front leveling legs and rear castors help position it.
What shelving does the freezer have?
The description lists one adjustable, removable wire freezer shelf inside the 1.7 cubic foot freezer.