Summit LBF30171SSIM 16 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer
Quick verdict
A 16.1 cu. ft. bottom-freezer refrigerator from Summit, positioned as a mainstream option around $1,400. ENERGY STAR Most Efficient. A good fit for households that want this layout without overpaying for features they won't use.
Best for
- Couples and small families
Key specs
- Capacity
- 16.1 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 29.8" × 69.7" × 32.0"
- Annual energy
- 438 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- Ice ✓ · No water
- Wi-Fi
- No
Our Review
The Summit LBF30171SSIM 16 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a 16.1 cu. ft. bottom-freezer refrigerator from Summit, sitting in the $1,000–$2,000 range. With a 11.4 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 4.7 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for couples and small families.
What stands out
This is squarely a mainstream model — Summit optimizes for value, parts availability, and a feature set that covers what most households actually use. You won't find exotic materials, but everything that ships works as advertised.
ENERGY STAR Most Efficient certification means it sits in the top ~10% of the category for energy use. At ~438 kWh/year, expect roughly $70 in annual running cost at the U.S. average electricity rate — meaningfully less than older models from a decade ago.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 29.8" W × 69.7" H × 32.0" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 16.1 cu. ft., split 11.4 fresh / 4.7 freezer.
Bottom line
The Summit LBF30171SSIM 16 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a strong mainstream choice — most of what people actually use a fridge for, at a price that makes sense. Service parts are widely available.
Full Specs
Capacity Total capacity | 16.1 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 11.4 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 4.7 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 29.8" |
| Height | 69.7" |
| Depth | 32.0" |
| Depth (with handles) | 34.5" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 438 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $70 |
Features Ice maker | Yes |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | No |
| Smart features | No |
| Door style | Bottom Freezer |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Eye-level fridge section reduces stooping for daily use
- ✓ENERGY STAR Most Efficient — lowest-in-class energy use
- ✓Automatic ice maker keeps the bin stocked without trays
–Cons
- ✕No major drawbacks at this price
Rating Breakdown
Where to Buy
| Retailer | Current Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Home Depot | See retailer | Shop at Home Depot |
| Best Buy | See retailer | Shop at Best Buy |
| Lowe's | See retailer | Shop at Lowe's |
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