Counter depth refrigerators are built shallower than standard models so the front sits close to the edge of the countertops. Many carry less capacity than a deep cabinet, and the term is not standardized, so the real depth in inches is the number to check.
The six refrigerators below are all from Summit, since that is where Amazon’s shallow-depth selection sits, and they run from 10.6 to 17.2 cubic feet. Figures come from each product’s listing page. We have not used these refrigerators ourselves, and capacity, noise and energy numbers are the maker’s own. Where a listing contradicts itself, we say so.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Depth with doors | Handles and doors can add inches past the cabinet depth |
| Width | Narrow models fit tight openings but store less |
| Capacity | Compare total, fresh food and freezer cubic feet |
| Ice maker | Some models include one, others do not |
| Door swing | Several units ship with a fixed left-hand swing |
Specs at a Glance
| Refrigerator | Size | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit 24 in, 11.7 cu ft | 23.38 W x 23.75 D x 78.38 H in | 11.7 cu ft; freezer 3.41 | Ice maker; left-hand swing; 464 kWh a year listed |
| Summit 24 in, 10.6 cu ft | 23.38 W x 23.75 D x 73.75 H in | 10.6 cu ft; freezer 3.5 | Ice maker; 454 kWh a year listed |
| Summit 24 in white | 23.5 W x 25.25 D x 73.25 H in | 11.7 cu ft | Three freezer drawers; left-hand swing |
| Summit FFBF247SSIM | Listing conflicts | 11.1 cu ft listed | Platinum and stainless steel |
| Summit 31 in | 31.25 W x 27.38 D x 69 H in | 17.2 cu ft; freezer 5 | Cabinet 24 5/8 in deep; 537 kWh a year listed |
| Summit FF1512SSIM (refurbished) | 28 in wide | 12.6 cu ft | Top freezer; stainless door, platinum cabinet |
The 6 Best Counter Depth Refrigerators
1. Summit 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator, 11.7 Cu Ft
A 23.38 inch wide, 23.75 inch deep and 78.38 inch tall bottom-freezer model with 11.7 cubic feet, a 3.41 cubic foot freezer and an 8 pound ice maker. The maker lists a 32.6 dB sound level, digital controls, door alarms and a left-hand swing, with 464 kilowatt hours a year as its energy figure.
Suits: a narrow opening that needs an ice maker. Strengths: the tallest slim model and clear specs. Weaknesses: 24 inch width limits shelf space. Skip it if you need a right-hand swing.
View Summit 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator 11.7 Cu Ft Ice Maker on Amazon
2. Summit 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator, 10.6 Cu Ft
A slimmer 73.75 inch tall bottom-freezer model, 23.38 inches wide and 23.75 inches deep, with 10.6 cubic feet, a 3.5 cubic foot freezer and an 8 pound ice maker. The highlight line calls it counter depth, and the page lists 454 kilowatt hours a year. A left-hand version of this model lists its layout as freezerless, so check the exact variant.
Suits: a shorter slim fit. Strengths: an ice maker and glass shelves. Weaknesses: less capacity than its taller sibling. Skip it if you need 11 cubic feet or more.
View Summit 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator 10.6 Cu Ft Ice Maker on Amazon
3. Summit 24 Inch White Counter Depth Refrigerator, 11.7 Cu Ft
A white bottom-freezer unit, 23.5 inches wide, 25.25 inches deep and 73.25 inches tall, listed as counter depth by the maker. It has three adjustable glass shelves, a humidity-controlled crisper, a Super Freeze setting and three freezer drawers, with a left-hand swing. The page shows 11.7 cubic feet for both total and fresh food, which cannot both be right.
Suits: a white kitchen. Strengths: three freezer drawers. Weaknesses: no ice maker is mentioned and the capacity data conflicts. Skip it if you want stainless steel.
View Summit 24 Inch White Counter Depth Refrigerator 11.7 Cu Ft on Amazon
4. Summit FFBF247SSIM 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator
A 24 inch bottom-freezer model in platinum and stainless steel, 11.1 cubic feet and 475 kilowatt hours a year listed. The page has clear errors: dimensions of 39.5 by 30 by 28.5 inches, a 13.1 pound weight, countertop installation and a 5.5 cubic foot bullet.
Suits: a shopper who will confirm details with the seller. Strengths: a counter depth label. Weaknesses: unreliable size and weight data. Skip it if you plan from the listing alone.
View Summit FFBF247SSIM 24 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator on Amazon
5. Summit 31 Inch Bottom Freezer Refrigerator, 17.2 Cu Ft
The roomiest here: 31.25 inches wide, 27.38 inches deep and 69 inches tall with 17.2 cubic feet, a 5 cubic foot freezer, a crescent ice maker, SuperCool and SuperFreeze functions and 537 kilowatt hours a year listed. The listing does not use the counter depth label; it gives a 24 5/8 inch cabinet depth and 27 3/8 inches with doors.
Suits: a family that wants more capacity with a modest depth. Strengths: 17.2 cubic feet and an ice maker. Weaknesses: deeper and wider than the 24 inch units. Skip it if your opening is under 31 inches.
View Summit 31 Inch Bottom Freezer Refrigerator 17.2 Cu Ft Ice Maker on Amazon
6. Summit FF1512SSIM 28 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator (Refurbished)
A refurbished 28 inch wide top-mount model with 12.6 cubic feet, a stainless steel door and a platinum cabinet. The page lists 9.67 cubic feet net refrigerator capacity and 200 pounds, and its freezer figure of 289 cubic feet is plainly an error.
Suits: a top-freezer layout at a shallow depth. Strengths: a counter depth label and 12.6 cubic feet. Weaknesses: refurbished and the freezer data is wrong. Skip it if you want a new unit.
View Summit FF1512SSIM 28 Inch Counter Depth Refrigerator Refurbished on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Measure the cabinet opening, then add the handle and door swing.
- Leave the rear and side gaps the manual asks for.
- Level the feet so the doors close evenly.
- Check the door swing against your layout before ordering.
- Wipe seals and shelves with a mild soap solution.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming counter depth means the same depth for every brand.
- Counting only cabinet depth and ignoring handles.
- Ordering a fixed left-hand swing for a right-hand space.
- Trusting a listing whose dimensions look wrong.
- Choosing by total cubic feet without checking the freezer split.
Counter Depth Refrigerator FAQ
Is counter depth an exact size?
No. Listings use it loosely, so compare inches, such as the 23.75 inch depth of the 24 inch Summit models.
Why are most of these 24 inches wide?
Narrow bottom-freezer units are common in this category, and they trade capacity for a slim fit.
The Short Version
For a tall slim unit with an ice maker, the 11.7 cubic foot Summit. For a shorter one, the 10.6 cubic foot. For a white finish, the white Summit. For the most space, the 31 inch. The FFBF247SSIM and FF1512SSIM need their listing errors cleared up before you buy.
