It also features additional storage by the doors and has a freezer compartment that can be used for storing frozen foods or making ice cubes. This mini fridge from KitchenAid is a high-end model with lots of premium features that make it well worth the almost $2,400 price tag. The Arctic King door features a glass panel for easy identification of what you have inside and to help take stock of beverages and snacks at-a-glance. This mini fridge from Whirlpool sells for under $200, making it a great choice for anyone who has to stick to a modest budget when shopping.
We love that there is quite a lot of door storage and that the door is reversible to help the fridge work in your space. There’s even a small freezer compartment for a little ice cube tray or an ice roller. With a contoured shape and chrome latch handles, this model resembles a 1950’s fridge.
So we resigned ourselves to renting from Buddy’s, a place a friend of mine recommended that she had used before. It was $60 by the week or $200 by the month, no contract, no ding to my credit and they had it out within the hour, which I found impressive. Sad thing is, we had Geek Squad on one new product and I found out that it actually would have covered the fridge.
Do not lift or pull the door or door handle during transportation. I just bought a slightly smaller Whirlpool for $160 at HD, though it has a separate freezer door. The tray produces miniature ice cubes, which melt quickly.
On the door of the fridge, there’s a can dispenser as well as two shelves, including one for tall soda bottles and a smaller one for condiments. We tested mini fridges the same way we test full-size fridges—just scaled down to size. The Costway EP22672BK offers an average amount of storage space, but with a slightly smaller fridge and a slightly larger freezer.
That said, colleges are close to summer break, so you might be able to find mini fridges on local listings for much less. While this mini fridge doesn’t have a freezer per se, it does have a chiller compartment to store anything you want to keep extra cold. Aside from its compact, cube-like shape, its best feature is the two-liter bottle rack.
Since joining the Reviewed in 2012, Jon has helped launch the company’s efforts in reviewing laptops, vacuums, and outdoor gear. In the pursuit of data, he’s plunged his hands into freezing cold water, consented to be literally dragged through the mud, and watched paint dry. Defrosting a mini fridge is a relatively simple process. All you have to do is empty it out, turn it off, and let it melt—just make sure you have a plan for all the water. If it makes sense to do so, you can also chip away at the ice and remove it by hand. The Frigidaire FFPE3322UM is the warmest fridge of the bunch, with an average temperature of 41°F at its default settings.