Kenmore Deep Freezer
- Chest Freezer
- 5.1 cu ft
- Freestanding
- Painted Metal
- Better rated than 86%
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How it ranks among the 33 chest freezers we track
4.8★ across 37 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
37 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 33 chest freezers we track - how the scorecard works · full chest 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
A 5.0 cu ft chest unit that switches between refrigerator and freezer modes with a front-mounted dial, aimed at garages, dorms, or apartments needing extra cold storage without a dedicated appliance for each job.
The convertible dial is the feature reviewers call out most, letting the same box hold ice cream one season and drinks the next. It runs -11F to 10F in freezer mode and 32F to 46F in fridge mode.
- 5.1 cu ft convertible fridge or freezer
- Freezer -11F to 10F, fridge 32F to 46F
- Front-access defrost drain
- Flat back, compact garage-ready design
Who it's for
Anyone needing a compact, flexible cold-storage unit for a garage, basement, or dorm who doesn't want separate fridge and freezer appliances. Not intended as a primary kitchen freezer for a large household.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners consistently point to the fridge-to-freezer conversion as the standout feature, along with the compact size and extra hanging basket for small items. One reviewer running it in a garage for about a year found it wasn't quite as cold as expected at first and had to move the dial to its coldest setting to keep contents properly frozen, but reports it working fine since.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Switches between fridge and freezer duty with one dial
- Flat back and compact footprint fit tight garage or dorm spaces
- Balanced hinge lid stays open hands-free while loading
- One owner found it needed the coldest setting to keep ice cream properly frozen after a year of use
- Only one hanging basket is included for organizing contents
Performance notes
A front dial switches the compressor between fridge and freezer temperature ranges, while a front-access drain and leakproof plug are meant to simplify defrosting compared with a standard chest freezer.
Specifications
| Brand | Koolatron |
|---|---|
| Model | KKCF05-W |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 52.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 22 × 23.6 × 33.5 inches |
| Door Orientation | Top |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 5.1 cu ft |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Painted Metal |
| Number Of Shelves | 1 |
| Color | Milk white |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Convertible freezer/fridge; 1 x removable wire basket |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Chest Freezer |
| Specification Met | DOE |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in chest freezers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore Deep FreezerThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 37 | 3.9 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE EFRF5003-BLACK Chest Deep Freezer-Garage-ReadyFrigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 475 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Arctic King 7.0 cu ft Chest Freezer in BlackArctic King | 4.2 / 5 | 1,600 | 4.2 / 5 |
| ADT Chest Freezer Free-Standing Top Door Freezers 6.8℉ to -4℉ADT | 4.5 / 5 | 847 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Newair 6.7 Cu. Ft. Chest Freezer with Removable BasketNewAir | 4.3 / 5 | 218 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Koolatron KKCF05-W
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can this unit run as either a fridge or a freezer?
Yes, a front-mounted dial switches it between the two modes, per the listing and owner reviews.
Is it rated for garage or unheated space use?
The listing describes garage-ready insulation and sealing, and one reviewer has run it in a garage for about a year.
How long is the warranty?
Two years, according to the product listing.