Best Mini Fridges
Top mini fridges ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Midea WHS-65LB1 Compact Refrigerator
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Reversible door for flexible placement
- Quiet compressor for bedrooms
- Energy Star certified
Cons
- No freezer compartment
- Small 1.6 cu ft capacity
Don't buy this if…
- This unit does not have a freezer section; if you need to store frozen items, choose a model with a freezer compartment.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- True freezer compartment included
- 2.5 cu ft roomy capacity
- Holds 2-liter bottles in door
Cons
- Freezer ices up and needs manual defrost
- Compressor can be audible at night
Don't buy this if…
- The freezer compartment requires manual defrosting when ice builds up; defrost every 2-3 months to maintain cooling efficiency.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 3.3 cu ft generous capacity
- Separate crisper drawer
- Removable glass shelves for easy cleaning
Cons
- Takes up more floor space
- Heavier than smaller units
Don't buy this if…
- Allow 24 hours after moving or positioning before plugging in to let the compressor oil settle; immediate startup can damage the compressor.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 4.6 cu ft with separate freezer door
- Full-width shelves and crisper
- Closest to full-size fridge experience
Cons
- Larger footprint than true mini fridges
- Compressor noise noticeable in quiet rooms
Don't buy this if…
- At 4.6 cubic feet, this unit may not fit under standard dorm room desks; measure your available space and check dormitory size restrictions.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Completely silent thermoelectric cooling
- Doubles as a warmer
- Ultra-compact desktop size
Cons
- Only holds 4 liters (6 cans)
- Cannot reach true refrigerator temperatures
Don't buy this if…
- Thermoelectric coolers only reduce temperature about 25-30°F below ambient; in a hot room, contents may not reach food-safe temperatures.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- 126-can massive capacity
- Glass door with LED interior light
- Reaches 34°F for ice-cold drinks
Cons
- Designed for beverages only, no freezer
- Larger footprint than standard mini fridges
Don't buy this if…
- The glass door provides no insulation for UV light; position away from direct sunlight to prevent internal temperature fluctuations and label fading on beverages.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Eye-catching retro design
- True separate freezer compartment
- 3.1 cu ft good capacity
Cons
- Retro styling adds to price
- Door shelf space limited by rounded design
Don't buy this if…
- The retro rounded door design reduces interior door shelf depth compared to flat-door models; tall bottles may not fit in the door.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Built-in can dispenser
- Automatic defrost system
- Scratch-resistant worktop surface
Cons
- No freezer compartment
- Premium price for a compact fridge
Don't buy this if…
- This is an all-refrigerator unit with no freezer section; the built-in can dispenser uses space that other models allocate to a freezer.
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