Upright Freezers
Best Stainless Steel Upright Freezer (2026): Top 4 by the Specs
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For a large stainless steel upright freezer, the Upstreman freezer leads with 21.2 cu ft of capacity, frost-free operation, and Energy Star certification. It adds a digital touch panel, fast freeze mode, and a door open alarm.
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Top picks at a glance
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Runner-UpHamilton Beach Upright Freezer9.8 View on Amazon -
Also GreatMaine 3.6 Cu. Ft. Small Upright Freezer9.2 View on Amazon -
Also GreatBODACIOUS 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Freezer9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on capacity, frost-free / auto defrost, energy star, temperature control from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Capacity | Frost-free / auto defrost | ENERGY STAR | Temperature control | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Upstreman 21.2 Cu.Ft. Stainless Convertible Upright Freezer | 21.2 cu ft | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | 1-year |
| 2. Hamilton Beach Upright Freezer | 11 cu ft | — | — | Yes | 110 lb | 1-year |
| 3. Maine 3.6 Cu. Ft. Small Upright Freezer | 3.6 cu ft | — | — | Yes | 44 lb | 1-year |
| 4. BODACIOUS 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Freezer | 3.2 cu ft | — | — | Yes | 44 lb | 1-year |
Upstreman 21.2 Cu.Ft. Stainless Convertible Upright Freezer
It has 21.2 cu ft of capacity, frost-free operation, Energy Star certification, and a digital touch panel.
- Capacity: 21.2 cu ft, the largest here
- Frost-free / auto defrost
- ENERGY STAR
- Temperature control
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 21.2 cu ft of capacity
- Buyers who want refrigeration and freezing modes
Skip it if
- You need less than 21.2 cu ft of capacity
- You need freezing below -11.2°F
The freezer switches between refrigeration and freezing modes, with freezing from -11.2 to 10.4°F and refrigeration from 30.2 to 50°F. It has a fast freeze mode, a door open alarm, and an automatic locking function. The stainless steel door is designed to prevent fingerprints, and the door is reversible with an external handle. It has a 1-year warranty.
Hamilton Beach Upright Freezer
It has 11 cu ft of capacity, 7 clear plastic drawer compartments, and a stainless steel design.
- Capacity: 11 cu ft
- Temperature control
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 7 drawer compartments
- Buyers who want a flush back design
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 11 cu ft
- You want frost-free operation
It measures 25”D x 23.6”W x 66.5”H and weighs 110 lb. It has 7 clear plastic drawer compartments for frozen food and meals. It has manual defrost, temperature control, an easy-grasp door handle, and adjustable front leveling legs. It has a 1-year parts and labor warranty.
Maine 3.6 Cu. Ft. Small Upright Freezer
It has 3.6 cu ft of capacity, a 3-position adjustable thermostat, and a reversible stainless steel door.
- Capacity: 3.6 cu ft
- Temperature control
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a compact 3.6 cu ft freezer
- Buyers who want operation as low as 40 dB
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 3.6 cu ft
- You need a temperature below -13°F
It measures 18"D x 18.5"W x 33"H and weighs 44 lb. It has a 3-position adjustable thermostat with a temperature range of 23°F to -13°F. It has a reversible stainless steel door, a flush-back design, and two adjustable leveling feet. It uses an R600a compressor and operates as low as 40 dB, with a 1-year warranty.
BODACIOUS 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Freezer
It has 3.2 cu ft of capacity, 3 shelves, and a reversible stainless steel door.
- Capacity: 3.2 cu ft
- Temperature control
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 3 shelves for frozen food
- Buyers who want transparent baffles for storage
Skip it if
- You need capacity past 3.2 cu ft
- You need a temperature below -13°F
It measures 17.5"D x 18.5"W x 32.8"H and weighs 44 lb. It has 3 shelves with 10 lbs capacity each and transparent baffles. It uses 4D cooling technology and operates under 40dB, with manual defrost. It has a stainless steel frame, a reversible door, and a 1-year warranty.
How to choose
Capacity and dimensions
Capacity is the volume inside the freezer, and dimensions tell you whether it fits the space you have. The Upstreman freezer has 21.2 cu ft, and the Hamilton Beach freezer has 11 cu ft. The Maine freezer has 3.6 cu ft, and the BODACIOUS freezer has 3.2 cu ft. For size, the Hamilton Beach freezer measures 25”D x 23.6”W x 66.5”H. The Maine freezer measures 18"D x 18.5"W x 33"H, and the BODACIOUS freezer measures 17.5"D x 18.5"W x 32.8"H.
Defrost, controls and doors
Defrost is how ice is removed, controls set the temperature, and doors decide how the freezer opens. The Upstreman freezer is frost-free and has a digital touch panel. The Hamilton Beach freezer has manual defrost and temperature control. The Maine freezer has a 3-position adjustable thermostat and a reversible stainless steel door. The BODACIOUS freezer has manual defrost and a reversible door.
Noise, drawers and shelves
Noise is given in decibels, drawers separate frozen food, and shelves hold items in place. The Maine freezer operates as low as 40 dB. The BODACIOUS freezer operates under 40dB. The Hamilton Beach freezer has 7 clear plastic drawer compartments. The BODACIOUS freezer has 3 shelves with 10 lbs capacity each. The Maine freezer has interior storage sections.
FAQ
What capacity do these freezers have?
The Upstreman freezer has 21.2 cu ft. The Hamilton Beach freezer has 11 cu ft. The Maine freezer has 3.6 cu ft. The BODACIOUS freezer has 3.2 cu ft.
Do these freezers have temperature controls?
Yes, all four freezers have temperature control. The Upstreman freezer uses a digital touch panel. The Maine freezer uses a 3-position adjustable thermostat. The BODACIOUS freezer uses an adjustable thermostat.
What warranty do these freezers have?
The Upstreman freezer has a 1-year warranty. The Hamilton Beach freezer has a 1-year parts and labor warranty. The Maine freezer has a 1-year warranty. The BODACIOUS freezer has a 1-year warranty.
