Summerset 24 inch Deluxe Outdoor 2 Drawer Refrigerator: cold storage without a door in the walkway
The Summerset 24 inch Deluxe Outdoor 2 Drawer Refrigerator is an outdoor refrigerator with two pull out drawers instead of a door, built 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. Outdoor rated means the electronics are sealed and the compressor is made for the heat and the cold a patio sees, which an indoor fridge is not. It is 24 inches wide and holds about 141 cans. The drawer fronts and the handles are 304 stainless steel, the grade that holds up best outdoors.
A digital control sets it anywhere from 32 to 50 degrees, and it defrosts itself. You look down into the open drawer and grab, with no door swinging into the walkway. It is built to run without vibration, so it is quiet next to the bar seats. Plan for an outlet in the island. It suits a tight island or a busy bar lane where people need room to pass. A matching trim kit frames the cutout in stainless steel and is sold on its own page. Prefer a door in the same size? See the Summerset 24 inch Outdoor Refrigerator. The Summerset 24 inch Deluxe Outdoor 2 Drawer Refrigerator ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
FAQ
Why choose refrigerator drawers over a swing door?
Drawers put everything at hand from above – you look down into the RFR-24DR2-A and grab, instead of crouching behind an open door. In tight islands and busy bar lanes, losing the door swing entirely is the whole point of this two-drawer format.
Do outdoor refrigerator drawers rust?
The drawer fronts and handles on this 24-inch unit are #304 stainless steel, the grade Summerset uses across its premium refrigeration, chosen specifically to resist outdoor corrosion. Wipe-downs after wet weather and occasional stainless polish keep the finish bright for the long haul.
How exact is the temperature control?
An electronic temperature controller with a digital display manages a 32-50°F (0-10°C) range on the two-drawer unit, and auto-defrost keeps performance steady without ice buildup. You set a number, not a vague dial position, which matters when drawers hold food as well as drinks.
What is the anti-vibration system for?
The built-in anti-vibration system smooths out compressor operation, so the unit runs quietly inside your island and contents are not rattled around in the drawers. It is one of the deluxe touches that sets this 24-inch drawer model apart within the refrigeration line.
Can I use it in a commercial setting?
Yes – the two-drawer unit is commercial and residential compliant and UL rated for outdoor use, with ETL, DOE, and CE certifications. Restaurants with patio service and rental properties can run the RFR-24DR2-A legitimately, not just backyard setups.
How much do the two drawers hold?
The spec sheet lists 5 cubic feet and a 141-can capacity split across two full-width stainless drawers. That is genuine food-and-beverage storage, not a token cooler – compare layouts across our outdoor refrigerator category to see how drawers stack up against doors.
Are drawer fridges the drop-in shortcut for an island build?
Very much so. A built-in design like the RFR-24DR2-A drops into a 24-inch cabinet cutout and instantly gives the island working refrigeration – no custom fabrication required. Plan the cutout early, run the outlet, and the drawers handle the rest.