Commercial Cool Top Mount Refrigerator
Score: 78/100
Frigidaire Retro Refrigerator
Score: 54/100Rankings
The Commercial Cool CCR1800GW is an 18 cu ft top-mount refrigerator offering ample storage and ENERGY STAR efficiency. Its larger size and top-freezer layout can require more bending and may generate occasional compressor noise. Ideal for medium-sized households seeking energy-saving performance.
The Frigidaire EFRO796VANILLA is a 7.5 cu ft top-freezer refrigerator featuring interior LED lighting, adjustable glass shelves, and multiple door shelves. It lacks ENERGY STAR certification and advanced features like frost-free operation. Suitable for renters or small families needing a straightforward, spacious fridge.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
18 cu ftbest | 7.5 cu ft | |
2best | 2best | |
66.7 inbest | 58 in | |
29.5 inbest | 21.46 in | |
30.5 inbest | 23.03 in | |
| ↓ lower better | 178 lb | 90 lbbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions & Capacity(5) | ||
Total Capacity (cu ft) | 18 cu ft | 7.5 cu ft |
Height (in) | 66.7 in | 58.0 in |
Width (in) | 29.5 in | 21.46 in |
Depth (in) | 30.5 in | 23.03 in |
Weight (lb) | 178.0 lb | 90 lb |
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Professional reviewers commend the CCR1800GW for its compact footprint and 18 cu ft capacity, noting that the top-freezer layout delivers the lowest energy use among comparable models and that the ENERGY STAR certification further reduces operating costs. They also highlight the dual-zone temperature controls, frost-free operation, and installation flexibility provided by reversible doors and adjustable legs, positioning it as an ideal solution for space-conscious kitchens.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, emphasizing the generous storage space, noticeable energy savings, and convenience of the frost-free system.
“Perfect for apartment-wheels roll smoothly”
“Convection bakes frozen pizzas perfectly in 12 min”
“Porcelain chips if you scrub hard-wish for self-clean”
Professional reviewers commend the EFRO796VANILLA for its reliable convection performance, sturdy porcelain surfaces, and thoughtful lift-top design that eases cleanup. However, they criticize the lack of a self-clean feature, shallow oven depth, and slower element recovery, which keep its overall score in the low-70s range.
Everyday users love the range's portability, quiet operation, and even baking results, especially for quick meals like frozen pizza or sheet‑pan dinners. Common complaints focus on the manual cleaning requirement, limited oven space, and the analog control layout, with many wishing for a self‑clean cycle and a more fingerprint‑resistant finish.
