Summerset 22 inch Outdoor Compact Refrigerator: under counter drink storage for about 156 cans
The Summerset 22 inch Outdoor Compact Refrigerator is an outdoor refrigerator that builds into an outdoor kitchen island. Built in means it slides into a cutout under the counter and its front sits flush with the island face. It is approved for indoor or outdoor use, so it can go in an island or in a garage bar. It holds about 156 cans on four wire shelves. The door is 304 stainless steel, the grade that holds up best outdoors. Plan for an outlet in the island.
A dial with seven settings runs it from 32 to 50 degrees, and it defrosts itself. It ships with the door opening from the right, and it can be rehung to open from the left. It is built to run without vibration, so it is quiet next to the bar seats. Keep drinks under the bar counter and leave the prep fridge free for food. A matching trim kit frames the cutout in stainless steel and is an option on this page. Want a matching stainless steel handle? See the Summerset 22 inch Deluxe Outdoor Compact Refrigerator. The Summerset 22 inch Outdoor Compact Refrigerator ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
FAQ
The name says right opening – am I locked into that?
No. Right opening is how the RFR-22S ships, but the door is in-field reversible, so you can swap the hinge to the left side during installation if your layout calls for it. Pick whichever swing keeps the door clear of walkways and the grill zone.
How is this different from the Deluxe 22-inch model?
The RFR-22S and the Deluxe RFR-22D share the same bones: 4.3 cubic feet, 156-can capacity, a #304 stainless steel door, LED lighting, and auto-defrost. The Deluxe adds a #304 stainless handle for a fully matched face; this standard version delivers the same cold storage in a simpler dress.
How should I organize drink storage in an outdoor kitchen?
Give beverages their own dedicated appliance so the prep fridge stays free for food. A 22-inch compact unit like this slots under the bar counter, keeping 156 cans within arm’s reach of guests. See how it fits a broader outdoor kitchen plan before you commit your cutouts.
Will it keep up when I host a crowd?
With 4.3 cubic feet across four black wire shelves, the RFR-22S holds up to 156 cans – enough that a game-day group can graze all afternoon without a cooler run. Load it the night before and everything is fully chilled by kickoff, with LED lighting to find the last few.
What controls the temperature?
A full-range mechanical dial with seven settings governs a 32-50°F (0-10°C) span on the 22-inch unit. It is a no-fuss control: set it once for your climate and the auto-defrost system handles the rest, so temperatures stay consistent through the season.
Is it efficient to run all season?
Yes – the RFR-22S carries a DOE Household energy rating along with ETL and CE certifications. Interior LED lighting and auto-defrost keep consumption modest, so leaving the compact fridge running from spring through fall will not surprise you at the meter.
What gives it a finished built-in look?
Summerset makes a dedicated trim kit, the RTK-22, that frames the 22-inch cutout in #304 stainless for a clean factory-finished edge. It fits both this fridge and the Deluxe version, and ordering it with the unit means the island wraps up in one install.