Summit Compact Refrigerators: Sizes, Types and Where They Fit
A guide to Summit compact refrigerators, from 19-inch top-freezer models to a fridge-and-microwave combo and a panel-ready undercounter unit.
- The CP72W and FF713BLHD are 19-inch top-freezer refrigerators, with 4.5 and 4.3 cu. ft. of capacity.
- The MRF713BALHD pairs a 4.3 cu. ft. refrigerator with a 1000-watt microwave in a 19-inch-wide unit.
- The CT661WIF is a 24-inch, 33 1/4-inch-high panel-ready undercounter model.
- The FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are frost-free; the CP72W uses cycle defrost.
Summit makes compact refrigerators for spaces where a full-size fridge won't fit: studio kitchens, offices, dorms, bars and secondary pantries. The right model depends mostly on the opening you have and how you plan to use it.
This guide compares four Summit compact refrigerators we carry, from a 19-inch top-freezer fridge to a 24-inch panel-ready undercounter unit, using the specs on each product page.
Our top picks at a glance
Compare them side by sideMost Storage at 19 Inches: Summit CP72W
The CP72W is a 19-inch top-freezer refrigerator with 4.5 cu. ft. of capacity, the most of the 19-inch models here. It has two adjustable glass shelves, a crisper, an interior light and a reversible door, and it is ADA compliant and Energy Star certified. It uses cycle defrost, so the freezer section needs manual defrosting from time to time. The white finish and sealed back make it an easy fit for offices, dorms and small apartments.
- 4.5 cu. ft. capacity
- Reversible door
- ADA compliant and Energy Star certified
- Adjustable glass shelves and crisper
- Cycle defrost needs occasional manual defrosting
- White finish only on this model
Frost-Free Pick: Summit FF713BLHD
Summit FF713BLHD 19 inch Top Freezer Refrigerator with 4.3 cu. ft. Capacity, Frost Free Operation, ADA Compliant and ENERGY STAR Certified (Black, Left Hinge)
The FF713BLHD is a 19-inch top-freezer refrigerator with 4.3 cu. ft. of capacity and frost-free defrost, so you don't have to defrost the freezer by hand. It is ADA compliant and Energy Star certified, with glass shelves and a black finish. This model is left-hinged and the door is not reversible, so check which way the door needs to open in your space before you order.
- Frost-free defrost
- ADA compliant and Energy Star certified
- Glass shelves
- Black finish
- Left hinge only; door is not reversible
- Slightly less capacity than the CP72W
Fridge and Microwave in One: Summit MRF713BALHD
The MRF713BALHD combines a 4.3 cu. ft. frost-free top-freezer refrigerator with a 1000-watt microwave on top, all 19 inches wide and 53 3/8 inches high. Its product title also lists an Allocator. It is ADA compliant and Energy Star certified, with a black finish and a left hinge. It suits dorm rooms, break rooms and micro-kitchens that need cold storage and a microwave in one footprint.
- Refrigerator and 1000-watt microwave in one unit
- Frost-free defrost
- ADA compliant and Energy Star certified
- 19-inch width
- Left hinge only; door is not reversible
- Taller than a standalone compact fridge
Undercounter Pick: Summit CT661WIF
Summit CT661WIF Peak24 Series 24 Inch Wide Refrigerator-Freezer with 5.04 cu. ft. Capacity, Adjustable Thermostat, Dual Evaporator Cooling in Panel Ready
The CT661WIF is a 24-inch-wide, 33 1/4-inch-high refrigerator-freezer from Summit's Peak24 series, sized to sit under a counter. It accepts a custom panel to match your cabinetry and has 5.04 cu. ft. of total capacity, with a 0.6 cu. ft. freezer section. Dual evaporator cooling, automatic defrost, a dial thermostat and a reversible door round out the features. It suits kitchenettes, wet bars and built-in layouts.
- Undercounter height of 33 1/4 inches
- Accepts a custom panel
- Dual evaporator cooling
- Automatic defrost and a reversible door
- Requires a separately purchased custom panel
- Not ADA compliant or Energy Star certified
Summit Compact Refrigerators Compared
CP72W | FF713BLHD | MRF713BALHD | CT661WIF | |
| Model | CP72W | FF713BLHD | MRF713BALHD | CT661WIF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $524 | $621 | $928 | $1,323 |
| Width | 19" | 19" | 19" | 24" |
| Height | 44 5/8" | 43 1/2" | 53 3/8" | 33 1/4" |
| Capacity | 4.5 cu. ft. | 4.3 cu. ft. | 4.3 cu. ft. (fridge) | 5.04 cu. ft. |
| Style | Top Freezer | Top Freezer | Fridge + Microwave | Undercounter |
| Defrost | Cycle | Frost Free | Frost Free | Automatic |
| Energy Star |  | | | — |
| View | View | View | View |
Where Each Summit Compact Refrigerator Fits
The three 19-inch models are freestanding top-freezer designs between 43 and 54 inches tall, so they suit open floor space in an office, dorm or small kitchen. The CT661WIF is shorter and wider, at 24 inches wide and 33 1/4 inches high, so it is the one to choose for an opening under a counter.
For a primary fridge in a studio, look at the CP72W or FF713BLHD. If you also need a microwave and only have one spot, the MRF713BALHD saves you from finding room for a second appliance.
- 19-inch top freezer: CP72W, FF713BLHD
- Fridge and microwave combination: MRF713BALHD
- 24-inch undercounter, panel ready: CT661WIF
Defrost Type and Door Swing
Defrost type changes how much upkeep the fridge needs. The FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are frost-free, the CT661WIF lists automatic defrost, and the CP72W uses cycle defrost, which means its freezer section needs manual defrosting now and then.
Check door swing too. The CP72W and CT661WIF have reversible doors. The FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are left-hinged and not reversible.
How to Choose a Summit Compact Refrigerator
- 01
Measure the spaceMeasure width, height and depth, and allow room for the door to open. The CP72W, for example, needs 36 inches of depth with the door open at 90 degrees.
- 02
Decide on placementFreestanding top-freezer models suit open floor space. For an undercounter opening, choose an undercounter model like the CT661WIF.
- 03
Pick a defrost typeFrost-free models save you from manual defrosting. Cycle defrost models need it occasionally.
- 04
Check the hingeConfirm which way the door needs to open, and whether the model has a reversible door.
- 05
Match the finishChoose white, black or a custom panel to suit the room.
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Shop SummitFrequently Asked Questions
What size are Summit compact refrigerators?
The models in this guide range from 19 to 24 inches wide. The CP72W, FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are 19 inches wide, and the CT661WIF is 24 inches wide and 33 1/4 inches high for undercounter installation.
Are Summit compact refrigerators frost-free?
Some are. The FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are frost-free, and the CT661WIF lists automatic defrost. The CP72W uses cycle defrost, so its freezer section needs occasional manual defrosting.
Which Summit compact refrigerator has a microwave?
The MRF713BALHD combines a 4.3 cu. ft. refrigerator with a 1000-watt microwave in a single 19-inch-wide unit.
Can a Summit compact refrigerator go under a counter?
The CT661WIF is the undercounter model in this guide, at 33 1/4 inches high. It accepts a custom panel so it can match your cabinets.
Are these models ADA compliant?
The CP72W, FF713BLHD and MRF713BALHD are listed as ADA compliant. The CT661WIF is not.
