- How much food fits in 1.8 cubic feet?
- About 60 to 65 pounds of frozen food, or roughly the contents of two to three grocery bags. It suits one or two people, not a family doing bulk buys.
- Does it need to be defrosted?
- Yes. It is manual defrost, so ice builds up over months and you empty it, unplug it and let the ice melt. Defrosting every few months keeps it efficient.
- Can it be used as a fridge or cooler?
- The dial goes up to about 6.8°F, which is cold for drinks and short-term chilling but not a true refrigerator range. It is best treated as a freezer.
- Where can I put it?
- Any level indoor spot with a standard outlet, including a garage or basement if temperatures stay moderate. Leave 3 inches of clearance on the sides and back for airflow.
- Does it come with a basket?
- Yes, a removable wire basket sits at the top for small items. Larger items go underneath.
- Is it energy efficient?
- It uses about 250 kWh a year, typical for a small chest freezer. That is modest next to a full-size freezer but more than a mini fridge.
- Where is the Antarctic Star 1.8 Cu. Ft. Compact Chest Freezer with Removable Basket cheapest?
- At Wayfair, for $139.99, 26% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Antarctic Star 1.8 Cu. Ft. Compact Chest Freezer with Removable Basket?
- Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 74 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Antarctic Star 1.8 Cu. Ft. Compact Chest Freezer with Removable Basket?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, Home Depot, Macy's, Lowe's, eBay.
