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How To Choose Compact Refrigerators

Compact refrigerators are perfect for the dorm room, the game room, and even the office. They have tons of advantages, but unfortunately many people choose a mini refrigerator that doesn't meet their needs. We've done the work for you and researched the finer points of buying a compact refrigerator.

Location
Where do you plan on putting the refrigerator? If it's for a dorm room, keep in mind that not only are the rooms quite small, but some colleges place restrictions on the size of the refrigerator. Talk to your school's residence life director to find out more. Pizza is a college student's favorite food, so be sure to get a wide refrigerator like the Danby Compact Refrigerator to hold all those pizza boxes! If you're looking for the perfect mini refrigerator for a game room to hold all your favorite beverages, take a look at the Avanti Compact Refrigerator. A larger MicroFridge complete with a compact refrigerator and microwave is great for the office. Check out the MircroFridge 4.8 Cubic Feet Refrigerator/Freezer/Microwave Combination Unit.

Size
Size definitely matters when you're choosing the refrigerator for you. Be sure to measure the size of the location and buy a unit that will fit into that space. If you're buying a mini refrigerator for your dorm room, keep in mind that your roommate will probably be using it too, so be sure to buy a unit big enough for two. When buying game room refrigerators, choose a unit that is large enough to hold all your beverages and snacks. Unless the office refrigerator is just for you, you'll probably need a compact refrigerator that is both tall and wide, like the MicroFridge 3.6 cu. ft. Refrigerator.

Extra Features
Compact refrigerators can come with tons of extra features. One of the problems many people have with a unit is that they have to defrost it after about six months. The Danby Designer Series Compact Refrigerator comes with an easy to use push button defroster. Also, take note whether the refrigerator has a manual or automatic thermostat. It's easy to forget that you have put the unit on a lower setting and for the frost to quickly accumulate. Automatic thermostats keep your food and beverages cold without wasting energy.

Some compact refrigerators also come with a separate chiller compartment, like the Avanti Compact Refrigerator. The chiller compartment is perfect to cool down food and beverages quickly or for short term storage.

In addition to having separate chiller compartments, you might want to choose a compact refrigerator that has a reversible door that swings to both the left and right. If you ever want to move your refrigerator to a different location, you'll have more flexibility in deciding where to put the refrigerator.

Price
Compact refrigerators don't have to be a huge investment. If you're buying a unit for a dorm room, you might want to go with a mid-range option that gives you great quality without the high price. If it's for a more stable place like your home or office, consider buying a larger mini refrigerator that includes the extra features. The little extras that cost you a few more dollars now will definitely pay off in the long run. If you have any questions about choosing the right compact refrigerator for you, simply contact us and we'll be more than happy to answer your questions.