Does the Kismile chest freezer need defrosting?

Yes. It is manual defrost, so frost builds up on the walls and you empty it and let the ice melt every few months.

Can the lid open from either side?

Yes. The hinge is reversible, so you can set it to open left or right depending on where you place it.

How much food fits in 1.8 cubic feet?

Roughly 60 to 65 pounds of frozen food, or about a month of meat for one or two people. The wire basket takes up part of the top.

Can it sit in a garage or unheated room?

It runs in cool spaces, but performance drops in freezing temperatures. Check the ambient temperature range before putting it in an unheated garage.

Does it have a light or power indicator?

No. There is no interior light and no power-on light on the outside, so you check the thermostat dial and the compressor sound.

Is it good for a dorm or small apartment?

Yes. The compact footprint and quiet running suit a dorm, studio or small kitchen where a full-size freezer will not fit.

Where is the Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer cheapest?

At Target, for $179.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Lowe's, Target.

Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer

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$179.99at TargetChecked Nov 8

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Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer

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Our take on the Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer

The Kismile 1.8 cu. ft. chest freezer is a small, low-profile freezer meant for tight spaces: under a counter, in a dorm, a garage corner or a small apartment kitchen. It holds roughly 60 to 65 pounds of frozen food, has a removable wire basket and a door that can be rehinged to open from either side. It is a basic single-compartment chest with a mechanical dial thermostat and no auto-defrost, so you defrost it by hand. Against larger chest freezers it gives up capacity and a power indicator, but it fits where a full-size unit cannot.

Best forSmall apartments and dormsGarage or basement overflowStoring breast milk or bulk meatRenters who need a compact second freezer

Pros

Compact footprint fits under counters and in closets
Removable basket keeps small items within reach
Reversible lid hinge lets it open either way
Mechanical thermostat is simple to set and replace
Low energy draw for its size

Cons

Manual defrost means ice builds up over time
No interior light or power-on indicator
Thin insulation and a basic lid gasket
Small capacity limits it to one person or a few weeks of food

Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer prices at every store

Lowe'sNew
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$179.99Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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$179.99Checked Nov 8
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Availability unknownSold by ema_outlet (99.1% positive, 409 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$300.25Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $179.99 on Nov 8 at Target. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Owners treat it as a cheap, quiet little box that does the job for a dorm, garage or overflow. Most complaints are about frost buildup, a flimsy-feeling lid and the lack of a light or power indicator.

What people mention

Frost buildupCriticisedOwners say ice collects on the walls and floor and has to be scraped out every few months.
NoisePraisedMost say the compressor is quiet enough to keep in a bedroom or dorm.
Build qualityMixedThe body feels solid, but the lid and hinges are light and some report the lid not sealing evenly.
SizeMixedIt fits under counters and in closets, but buyers often find the usable space smaller than the cubic-foot rating suggests.
TemperaturePraisedThe dial holds a steady freeze, and several owners use it for breast milk and bulk meat.

Specifications

Compact: Yes
Capacity: 2 cubic feet
Height: 23 in tall
Width: 19 in wide
Depth: 27 in deep
Qty. Shelves/Boxes (pcs): 2Source
Volume (cu. ft)

Questions and answers

Does the Kismile chest freezer need defrosting?: Yes. It is manual defrost, so frost builds up on the walls and you empty it and let the ice melt every few months.
Can the lid open from either side?: Yes. The hinge is reversible, so you can set it to open left or right depending on where you place it.
How much food fits in 1.8 cubic feet?: Roughly 60 to 65 pounds of frozen food, or about a month of meat for one or two people. The wire basket takes up part of the top.
Can it sit in a garage or unheated room?: It runs in cool spaces, but performance drops in freezing temperatures. Check the ambient temperature range before putting it in an unheated garage.
Does it have a light or power indicator?: No. There is no interior light and no power-on light on the outside, so you check the thermostat dial and the compressor sound.
Is it good for a dorm or small apartment?: Yes. The compact footprint and quiet running suit a dorm, studio or small kitchen where a full-size freezer will not fit.
Where is the Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer cheapest?: At Target, for $179.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Kismile 1.8 Cu.Ft Deep Freezer Chest Freezer?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Lowe's, Target.

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