What separates upright and workbench fridges?

Upright listings include tall full-door and split-door cabinets. Workbench Fridges includes refrigeration under a bench surface, with door and drawer configurations.

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Commercial Upright Fridges

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Commercial upright fridges are the solid-door, back-of-house storage branch of KW's commercial fridge range , built around organised access to ingredients, prep stock and service backup.

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Commercial upright fridges are the solid-door, back-of-house storage branch of KW's commercial fridge range, built around organised access to ingredients, prep stock and service backup.

Compare tall storage cabinets here. For glass-fronted display formats see Glass Door Fridges; for refrigerated storage under a work surface see Workbench Fridges.

The current upright storage range

At our September 2026 range review, this category listed 112 products. Brands represented: Airex, Anvil, Atosa, Besttop, Bromic, FED-X, Hoshizaki, Inomak, Polar, Saltas, Skipio, Thermaster, True, Turbo Air, Williams. Use the product grid for current availability and pricing.

Current models include full-door and split-door cabinets, slimline uprights and bakery chillers. Listed capacity examples include Thermaster XR400SS at 350L, Besttop CRT48-2 at 1010L and Turbo Air KR65-3-N at 1876L. Use the model’s capacity label when comparing litres.

Door count does not tell the whole cabinet story

Besttop CRT48-2 and CRT48-4 both list 1010L capacity and dimensions of 1230 × 815 × 2005 mm. One lists two doors and the other four. The FED-X range also explicitly distinguishes full-door and split-door models. Compare the opening configuration alongside litres and dimensions; extra doors do not automatically mean a larger cabinet.

Gastronorm storage and bakery formats

Polar DL893-A is listed as a 600L GN-compatible upright gastro fridge. FED-X XPA800TN is a bakery chiller cabinet with 737L gross volume. Check the specified tray or pan format on the model being considered; a compatibility statement for one cabinet does not cover the whole category.

Related refrigeration formats

Glass Door Fridges contains upright display fridges and merchandisers with glass fronts. Workbench Fridges contains refrigerated bench, undercounter and drawer units. Bar Fridges includes back-bar beverage cabinets. These distinctions describe the ranges rather than ranking one as better.

Choosing the right commercial upright fridges

Key factors to consider before purchasing. Our team can help you find the right fit — call or get a quote anytime.

Full doors or split doors

Compare the physical openings, not just the number in a title. Besttop CRT48-2 and CRT48-4 both list 1010L and 1230 × 815 × 2005 mm, with two versus four doors.

Storage format and compatibility

Polar DL893-A lists GN compatibility; FED-X XPA800TN is a bakery chiller cabinet. Check the exact tray, pan and shelf specification for the stock you plan to hold.

Capacity and external dimensions

Listed examples include XR400SS at 350L, CRT48-2 at 1010L and KR65-3-N at 1876L. Compare the capacity label, cabinet dimensions and full or split-door configuration together.

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Standards & Compliance

Compliance & engineering standards

For an upright cabinet, check its specified temperature range and rated ambient conditions individually. The Polar DL893-A GN-compatible model and FED-X XPA800TN bakery chiller have different storage-format descriptions; verify the tray or pan specification for the exact cabinet before ordering.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do more doors always mean a larger upright fridge?

No. Besttop CRT48-2 and CRT48-4 both list 1010L and 1230 × 815 × 2005 mm. They differ in their two-door and four-door configurations.

Are full-door and split-door uprights available?

Yes. FED-X listings explicitly include full-door and split-door cabinets. Check the actual opening configuration alongside the total door count.

Do upright fridges accept GN pans?

Some current models explicitly list GN compatibility, including the 600L Polar DL893-A. Check the specific cabinet’s pan format and shelving; this is not a range-wide compatibility claim.

Does this category include bakery chillers?

Yes. FED-X XPA800TN is listed as a bakery chiller cabinet with 737L gross volume. Review its tray format separately from GN-compatible upright models.

How much does a commercial upright fridge cost?

Why KW

Why buy from KW Commercial Kitchen

Use KW’s upright range to compare full-door, split-door, slimline and bakery cabinet formats together. The glass-door range and workbench range keep display and bench configurations available as separate browsing paths.

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Ready to Find the Right Upright Fridge?

Need help choosing the best unit for your workflow? Call our team on 1300 001 366 for tailored advice. We can explain the difference between entry-level, mid-range and premium fridges to help you make an informed decision.

Compare the range: cabinet configurations

Brands stocked: Polar, Atosa, FED-X, Besttop, Thermaster, Turbo Air and Inomak. Prices and stock move with promotions — the product grid above always shows current pricing.

Door count is a capacity and footprint decision, not a quality tier. Compare full versus split doors, stated litres, cabinet width and the exact shelf or tray specification.

Upright fridge buying checklist

Measure the intended cabinet position and delivery access against the model’s width, depth and height.
Identify whether the doors are full-height or split.
Check GN or bakery-tray compatibility on the exact model.
Compare current product prices once cabinet format and capacity have been shortlisted.