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Summit Appliance FFBF181ES2 24" Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Door, Energy Star Certified, Digital Thermostats, Made In Europe
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Bring European luxury to small kitchen spaces with Summit's premium counter depth bottom freezer refrigerators, sized with a 24 inch footprint for an easy fit and ENERGY STAR certified for an efficient performance. Model FFBF181ES2 offers nearly 12 cu.ft. of storage capacity in a uniquely slim and shallow fit under 24". The real stainless steel doors feature a vertical grain and a gentle curve, with pro style handles and a textured gray cabinet to complete the elegant, modern look. The sealed back and right angle plug help to ensure a clean fit. This unit comes with a right hand door swing (see model FFBF181ES2LHD or add option LHD to have this reversed). Designed and manufactured in Europe, the FFBF181ES2 features advanced cooling technology - Available at Fridge.com.
Fridge.com Expert Verdict
The Summit Appliance FFBF181ES2 — bottom freezer refrigerator.
- 12 cu. ft. of usable storage — a practical mid-size footprint.
- Measures 23.4″ W × 78.4″ H × 23.8″ D, so confirm your alcove and door swing before ordering.
- ENERGY STAR® certified, which translates to lower utility bills over the unit's lifetime.
- Currently listed at $1,879 based on the live offers above.
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| Spec | This product Summit Appliance FFBF181ES2 24" Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Door, ENERGY STAR Certified, Digital thermostats, Made in Europe Summit Appliance · FFBF181ES2 | Alternative Unique Appliances · UGP-340L O AC |  LG · LRBCC1204S | Alternative GE · GLE12HSPSS |
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| Price | $1,879 | $1,499.99 | $2,199 | $1,578.99 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11.9 |
| Width | 23.38 | 24 | 23.5 | 27 |
| Height | 78.38 | 74.8 | 73.25 | 70 |
| Depth | 23.75 | 26.8 | 26.63 | 24 |
| Annual Energy Use (kWh) | 380 | 399 | — | 405 |
| Color | Chrome | Orange Creamsicle | — | — |
| Finish | — | Creamsicle Orange | — | — |
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| Where to buy | Get Deal | Get Deal | Get Deal | Get Deal |
What Owners Say
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Amazon1 review · 5.0★ avg
- Cheaper than the alternitive
The refrigerators were delivered on time and without damage. The units aren't as stout or quite the quality I was hoping for, but they do seem to be working properly and they look good aesthetically. We bought two to fill a 48" space and to replace a much more expensive refrigerator. It saved us money over buying the new 12K units. Hopefully these last but time will tell. Good experience with seller. Barry did a great job setting up the delivery and following up with us after it was delivered.
JenVerifiedJul 14, 2026
AJ Madison3 reviews · 3.0★ avg
- Perfect for our small kitchen footprint
This is 2nd Summit we have purchased. We bought one 4 years ago for a small cottage and loved its functionality and space saving quality. Bought recent one for our condo. Even though it is counter depth do not feel we lost any storage space.
jamldcMay 3, 20242 found this helpful - Beautiful, but mixed bag
I bought this refrigerator in my previous condo and it was absolutely gorgeous. It looked like a rocket ship in my kitchen. I had problems with the temps and I had to get rid of it, but one thing I miss about this fridge was the "frost-free" instead of automatic, non-stop defrosting. The frozen foods and meat taste so much better when they are not being constatly freeze dried by the auto defrosters. I wish Summit would be nore reliabale and I would come back in a heartbeat. Their commercial products are used by all the hospitals and pharmaceuticals, so I don't get it.
Sadder but wiserApr 17, 2026 - Poor electrical design
This product is poorly designed in regards to the wiring for the control panel. The wiring has no protection and is run right across the top door hinge. I have already had the door replaced once due to the wiring being severed and it just happened again. Now my control panel is blank and making an annoying humming sound. Time for a new refrigerator/freezer and it won't be this one.
Island StyleDec 26, 20241 found this helpful
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“Spill-proof safety glass with attractive steel trim ensure durable and easy-to-clean storage that can be rearranged as needed”
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Brand Background
About Summit Appliance
Summit Appliance, a division of Felix Storch, Inc., has operated out of the Bronx, New York since 1969, carving out a distinctive niche in specialty refrigeration that sets it apart from mainstream appliance manufacturers. The company's catalog on Fridge.com encompasses 907 active products, reflecting an unusually broad range of specialized cooling solutions. Rather than competing in the standard kitchen refrigerator market, Summit focuses heavily on commercial and specialty categories—the brand offers 161 upright freezers, 153 kegerators, 153 beverage centers, and 78 built-in units, alongside 161 french-door models. This distribution reveals a manufacturer deeply invested in foodservice, hospitality, and medical applications rather than typical residential needs. ADA-compliant models like the CT661WADA compact freezer demonstrate Summit's commitment to accessibility requirements, while units like the SBC15NKCSS kegerator highlight their strength in beverage dispensing equipment. With products carrying an average rating of 3.7 out of 5, Summit Appliance occupies the mainstream tier but serves markets that premium residential brands often overlook, making it a go-to source for undercounter installations, laboratory storage, and commercial beverage applications where specialized dimensions and compliance certifications matter most.
- Founded
- 1969
- Parent company
- Felix Storch, Inc.
- Brand rating (aggregate)
- 3.6/5 · 460 reviews
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30-day price history
Summit Appliance FFBF181ES2 24" Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Door, Energy Star Certified, Digital Thermostats, Made In Europe price history: low $1,884.78 (Oct 29), high $1,938.59 (Oct 16), latest $1,884.78 (Nov 5).
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60-day price baseline: $1,905.49 median from 35 recorded days. Deal eligibility requires further checks.
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| Oct 8 | $1,905.50 |
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| Oct 22 | $1,902.41 |
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| Oct 29 | $1,884.78 |
| Oct 30 | $1,884.78 |
| Oct 31 | $1,884.78 |
| Nov 1 | $1,884.78 |
| Nov 2 | $1,884.78 |
| Nov 3 | $1,884.78 |
| Nov 4 | $1,884.78 |
| Nov 5 | $1,884.78 |
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