Walmart has
6.5 cu ft Frigidaire Upright Freezer (Platinum Silver, EFRF698-6COM) on sale for
$198.
Shipping is free.
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Product Details:
- Ample 6.5 cu. ft. storage capacity to stock up on frozen foods
- Easy to maintain smooth and stylish VCM stainless steel look finish
- Simple and easy external dial temperature control for precise temperature management
- Manual defrost for hassle-free cleaning
- Six wire shelves to organize your food items effectively
- Easy-to-use dial control to select the desired temperature
- Space-saving flush back design to fit in tight spaces
Top Comments
Community Reviews
This Frigidaire upright freezer stands out for convenience and value, with a compact 6.5 cubic foot size that fits well for garage or utility-room use. It is reported to hold temperature well, even through hot summer conditions, and the garage-ready sticker and manual suggest it can handle warmer spaces if ventilation and ambient temperature limits are respected. The main tradeoffs are manual defrost, gradual ice buildup, and some concern about how well it handles true garage extremes. A few reports also mention reliability and electrical quirks, so it is a practical pick if manual upkeep is acceptable.
Common Questions (4)
The unit is marketed with a garage-ready sticker in the photos, but the manual only specifies operation in a well-ventilated area above 60°F and below 90°F, protected from wind, rain, and water spray. That means it can work in some garages, but it is not rated for extreme cold or heat.
Yes, it is manual defrost, and ice buildup is expected over time. One owner reports needing defrosting about every three months, while another says it can run for a long time in a garage before eventually needing a manual defrost.
It has been reported to hold a consistent temperature in a garage even during peak southern summer. The manual still limits installation to a ventilated space between 60°F and 90°F, so performance depends on staying within that range.
Early reports say it works well, but there is also a report of the unit dying after about two months in a garage. That failure led to a slow warranty process and spoiled food not being covered.
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Anything else other than Ambient temperature?
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And was this the model that failed on you or some generic garage ready model?
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