There are lots of beer fridges around these days and that is why we have compiled a definitive list of our current favorites. This list focuses on the best beer fridges available today.
Those of us that are big beer drinkers are well aware of the problems caused by using the family’s regular fridge to keep their cans of beer.
Taking up space that the rest of your clan needs for food and almost freezing the contents of your fridge in a quest for an ice-cold beer is going to land you in heaps of trouble with your nearest & dearest.
Best Beer Fridge – Kalamera 24″ Beverage Refrigerator
The Kalamera 24″ beverage refrigerator can hold up to 170 cans of the old amber nectar and can be installed under your kitchen/bar counter or used as a freestanding unit.
Kalamera 24" Beverage Refrigerator 175 Can Built-in or Freestanding Single Zone Touch...
- ★GREAT STORAGE: In just under 23”X24” of floor space you get storage space for up to 170 cans of your favorite cold beverages!
- ★SLEEK DESIGN: Stainless steel and transparent glass front with blue LED lighting add elegant design and practical function to your home.
- ★GREAT STORAGE: In just under 23”X24” of floor space you get storage space for up to 170 cans of your favorite cold beverages!
- ★SLEEK DESIGN: Stainless steel and transparent glass front with blue LED lighting add elegant design and practical function to your home.
- ★REMOVABLE WIRE RACKS: Six wire racks remove easily to quickly add cases of beer or soda cans.
- ★ADVANCED COMPRESSOR: Whisper-quiet compressor maintains even cool temperature longer, with fewer stops and starts!
Made from stainless steel and triple-layered glass, the Kalamera features blue LED lights that illuminate your beer store without being too bright or obtrusive.
The Kalamera is one of the best beer fridges we have found. The compressor is whisper quiet and keeps your favorite beverages between 38 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit without the constant start-and-stop noise of cheaper fridges. The Kalamera is also built with a temperature memory function should there be any power losses.
This extremely robust beer refrigerator has six sliding metal shelves, digital LED temperature control, and a handy reversible door with a solid security lock. This is particularly useful for families with kids or if the unit is used in a commercial setting.
The Kalamera weighs 105 pounds and has dimensions of 24 x 33 x 23 inches. The fridge is fitted with an embedded carbon filter which does a great job of purifying the air inside the unit. This feature is important for those using the fridge to cool bottles of wine. In this case, each shelf can comfortably fit five bottles of your favorite vino giving a total capacity of 30 bottles!
2nd Place – NewAir AWB-360DB Dual Zone Wine & Beverage Cooler
The next entry in our countdown of the best beer fridges is the 60-can / 18-bottle capacity, NewAir AWB-360DB wine & beverage cooler.
NewAir AWB-360DB 18 Bottle 60 Can Dual Zone Built-In WIne & Beverage...
- STORE BEER AND WINE IN ONE BEAUTIFUL FRIDGE - Craft beer or wine of the month. Now you can serve both. This dual zone beverage fridge has two side-by-side storage areas so you can keep red wine warm and carbonated drinks icy cold.
- STORE BEER AND WINE IN ONE BEAUTIFUL FRIDGE - Craft beer or wine of the month. Now you can serve both. This dual zone beverage fridge has two side-by-side storage areas so you can keep red wine warm and carbonated drinks icy cold.
- BEVERAGES AND WINE IN 2 SEPARATE ZONES - Beverages or wine Now you can store both. This dual zone fridge features two separate zones so you can keep red wine warm and carbonated drinks icy cold.
- BUILT-IN OR STAND-ALONE INSTALLATION - The quiet, front-venting compressor system allows this smart beverage fridge to fit snugly under standard kitchen counters. Just slide it into place for a sleek look cabinetry — or let it stand alone. The choice is yours.
- REMOVABLE STORAGE SHELVES FOR FLEXIBILITY - Smart interior fittings let you adjust the shelves to hold nearly any combination of items. Unlike specialized racks, removable shelves can be configured for standard cans or oversized bottles. Everything fits.
- DOUBLE-PANED GLASS DOORS - Our doors provide outstanding insulation to keep all that cold air inside. These durable stainless steel doors can be locked for peace of mind. The finishing touch? Blue LEDs light up the interior for a modern look.
It is beautifully assembled and with its dual compressor cooler, so you can chill your beverages between 36 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. We love that each side of the unit can be adjusted to different temperatures giving total versatility.
The NewAir AWB-360DB features French doors so, for those with kids, one half of the cooler can be used for storage of your boozy drinks while the other half can be used to keep your child-friendly beverages. Both doors are fitted with strong sturdy locks.
The NewAir comes with 4 chrome-plated beverage ranks and 5 wire wine shelves that pull out easily for convenient loading/unloading. We love the blue lighting function to illuminate the contents of your fridge during nighttime.
This gorgeous beer fridge weighs 107 pounds and has dimensions of 24 x 24 x 34 inches. A major selling point of the NewAir AWB-360DB is the separate cooling zones. This is particularly useful as different beverages should be stored at different temperatures. The double doors allow access to one side of the fridge without upsetting the temperature of the other.
The NewAir is a powerful and convenient appliance for beer, wine, and soft drink lovers everywhere!
3rd Place – Danby Designer DAR026A1BDD Compact Refrigerator
The Classy Danby compact refrigerator comes in at just over 2 feet tall and features a cooling capacity of 2.6 cubic feet or 73 liters. It’s a fantastic little fridge that can be used on counters and is durable enough to be kept on the floor, too.
Danby Designer DAR026A1BDD Compact All Refrigerator, 2.6-Cubic Feet, Black
- 2.6 cu. ft. (73 L) capacity compact all refrigerator
- Energy Star compliant. Environmentally friendly R600a refrigerant. Automatic defrost.
- 2 full width and 1 - 1/2 width adjustable wire shelves. Tall bottle storage - great for large soda bottles. CanStor beverage dispensing system.
- 2.6 cu. ft. (73 L) capacity compact all refrigerator
- Energy Star compliant. Environmentally friendly R600a refrigerant. Automatic defrost.
- 2 full width and 1 - 1/2 width adjustable wire shelves. Tall bottle storage - great for large soda bottles. CanStor beverage dispensing system.
- Mechanical thermostat. Scratch resistant worktop.
- Integrated door handle. Reversible door hinge.
With an integrated door handle, it features a reversible door swing which means that left-handed folks will be just as happy as the righties for once.
With bags of storage in the main compartment, there is also enough room for 8 cans of your favorite beverage inside the specially designed door area. The Danby has adjustable wire shelves making the fridge very versatile.
The Danby Company is now 65 years old. It was started in Montreal, Canada, and has consequently grown into one of the leading refrigeration companies in North America
The worktop of the Danby is scratch resistant and very durable. The back of the fridge is very smooth for easy storage and the electrical cord length is a very generous 1.6 meters. The refrigerator is energy star compliant and fitted with a mechanical thermostat which has a very handy automatic defrost function.
This little fridge is ideal for small areas such as wet bars, condos, student dorms, etc. The Danby comes with an 18-month warranty for parts and labor making it an incredible little fridge for the price.
4th Place – BLACK+DECKER BCRK17W Compact Fridge with Freezer
First of all, the Black & Decker compact fridge which is lovingly referred to in the industry as “the cube” (obviously because of its shape), is perfectly designed with a tiny footprint (and with some organization skills, it’s amazing what you can squeeze in this tiny beer cooler.)
BLACK+DECKER BCRK17W Compact Refrigerator Energy Star Single Door Mini Fridge with Freezer,...
- COMPACT & STYLISH - This space saving small refrigerator (17.5" x 18.5" x 19.7") stores food, soda, beer, and other beverages with minimal energy (70 watts) and without taking up too much space. The sleek, modern design - available in black, stainless steel, and white - is perfect for college dorm rooms, offices, garages, home bars, small apartments, and RV campers.Freezer Capacity:1 cubic_feet.Fresh Food Capacity: 1 cubic_feet
- COMPACT & STYLISH - This space saving small refrigerator (17.5" x 18.5" x 19.7") stores food, soda, beer, and other beverages with minimal energy (70 watts) and without taking up too much space. The sleek, modern design - available in black, stainless steel, and white - is perfect for college dorm rooms, offices, garages, home bars, small apartments, and RV campers.Freezer Capacity:1 cubic_feet.Fresh Food Capacity: 1 cubic_feet
- LARGE CAPACITY - The removable glass shelf expands the storage space and makes the fridge easy to clean. Additional door storage fits two cans (like soda and beer) or small containers on the top shelf, and liter or taller bottles and containers (like water, wine and milk) on the bottom shelf
- CONVENIENT FEATURES - A reversible door, leveling legs, and adjustable temperature control (33.8 degrees Fahrenheit at the lowest setting) make this mini fridge even more practical. The small freezer (8 inches wide x 2 inches tall) fits ice packs, most frozen dinners, and the included ice tray
- ULTRA QUIET - Low sound operation is perfect for places where you don’t want a noisy appliance – waiting rooms, TV and game rooms, and even baby rooms where you can store milk for easy feeding
- ONE YEAR WARRANTY - 1 year warranty for parts and labor, and 2 year warranty for compressor part
As happy on the floor as on a countertop or table, the energy star refrigerator has been very popular with those going to live at college. It is perfect for storing those ready-made meals/care packages or enough booze for your own private party!
The fridge has a freezer section for your Ben & Jerry’s ice cream and the main compartment has a full-width removable glass shelf. The height of the fridge is 20”, the unit weighs 33 pounds and it has a 1.7 cubic feet capacity.
The Black & Decker is available in black, white, or VCM and includes a one-year warranty on the parts /labor and a two-year warranty on the compressor. The fridge has a reversible front door and the space-saving flat-backed design means that it will fit just about anywhere.
In conclusion, a real bargain mini-fridge that does exactly what it claims. This is one of the quietest and best beer fridges we have reviewed and would be a great addition to any student accommodation or office.
5th Place – Gourmia GMF600 Portable Mini Fridge Cooler and Warmer
The Gourmia GMF600 Portable Mini Fridge Cooler and Warmer is our “deal of the century” for those looking for a micro-fridge.
Gourmia GMF600 Portable 6 Can Mini Fridge Cooler and Warmer for Home...
- COMPACT CONVENIENCE: This lightweight 6 can mini cooler & warmer features a removable shelf, self-locking latch, and carry handle- all designed for easy portability. Fit it anywhere- or grab it and go!
- COMPACT CONVENIENCE: This lightweight 6 can mini cooler & warmer features a removable shelf, self-locking latch, and carry handle- all designed for easy portability. Fit it anywhere- or grab it and go!
- COOL OR WARM: Easily choose to chill up to 32°F below ambient temperature, or warm up to 150°F (in an ambient temperature of 75°)- with the flip of a switch. Well insulated interior holds temperature even after unplugged.
- GO GREEN!: This eco-friendly product was engineered with thermoelectric technology. It uses advanced semiconductors that are free of CFC's and refrigerants, making it better for the environment.
- AC & DC INCLUDED: Included are 2 detachable power chords, 1 AC for wall outlets, and 1 DC for cigarette lighters. Use at home or on the road!
- ETL CERTIFIED: We, at Gourmia, take the quality of our products seriously. This product is ETL certified so you can be sure that you’re receiving a safe, efficient, high quality appliance.
This compact refrigerator can hold up to six 12 oz cans of four 500ml bottles and easily makes our list of the best beer fridges on the planet booze.
The fridge’s dimensions are 11 x 7 x 11 inches and it weighs a tiny 3.1 lb. The Gourmia features a solid-state thermostatic cooling system which works great and this fridge can even be plugged into your cigarette lighter or home outlet (AC/DC transformer built-in).
The Gourmia GMF600 cools down to 32 degrees below its ambient temperature and this baby also doubles as a heating device with a maximum temperature of 150 degrees (in an ambient temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit). We were particularly impressed by the speed at which the fridge cools from first being turned on.
This natty cooling companion is perfect whether being used on the go, traveling by car/boat/RV or just spending the day on the beach getting slowly sloshed with your buddies!
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