Best Mini Fridges of 2024
1. BEST OVERALL
GE Double Door Mini Fridge
PROS
- Separate, spacious freezer
- Features a clear crisper drawer and shelving
- Can remove shelfs to fit taller items
- An automatic light turns on when open
CONS
- Can’t be stored in your garage or outside
We’ve tested many GE fridges over the years that have earned top marks for temperature maintenance and uniformity, so we feel confident recommending this mini fridge. The GE Double Door Mini Fridge has a separate freezer on top with plenty of storage (even on the door), and the refrigerator includes a clear crisper drawer and shelving and a can rack on the door.
You can even remove the glass shelves to create more room if you have larger soda bottles or just want to stack beer cans high. And when this mini fridge is open, an interior light automatically turns on for ease of use. Keep in mind the brand doesn’t recommend keeping this appliance outdoors or in your garage, so you’ll have to make room for it indoors.
2. BEST VALUE
Frigidaire 1.6 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge
PROS
- Affordable
- Compact footprint with enough storage for the basics
- Freezer compartment can fit ice cube tray
CONS
- Very small
At just around $150, the Frigidaire Single Door Mini Fridge is our best value pick. This pick is ideal for smaller spaces, yet it still offers enough room to store cans of soda and plenty of snacks. 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.
And this mini fridge comes in three different colors to match your space. There’s even a small freezer compartment for a little ice cube tray or an ice roller. The freestanding and compact size makes it great for a dorm room or bedroom, but note that it is truly the definition of a mini fridge.
3. BEST FOR THE OFFICE
Midea 1.1 Cu.ft Mini Fridge
PROS
- Removable wire shelf
- Has over 5K Amazon reviews
CONS
- Small square footage
Whether you work from home and want your prebiotic sodas nearby, or you want a shared space to store refreshments in your conference room at the office, a mini fridge with a small footprint like this one may be the way to go. Although the capacity is small at 1.1 cu. ft., we appreciate that it has two spacious shelves and an adjustable thermostat so you can keep items cooled at the right temp.
You can also remove the wire shelf to fit taller items inside, like a water filter pitcher or a large bottle of seltzer. This Midea fridge has over 5,600 five-star reviews on Amazon with customers calling it their “best investment” and having the perfect size.
4. BEST FOR BEDROOMS AND DORMS
COSTWAY Compact Refrigerator
PROS
- Operates quietly, according to reviews
- Includes both a separate freezer and crisper drawer
- Internal thermometer lets you easily adjust the internal temperature
CONS
- Some Amazon reviews found the mini fridge didn’t last long
The ultimate dorm bedroom addition, this Costway option is just like your regular fridge, only smaller. Reviewers even say it’s just as quiet, which is great if you’re trying to get plenty of sleep before finals. It has a separate freezer, an ice tray, a crisper drawer, a can rack and shelving on the door and an internal thermometer so you can easily adjust the temperature.
The glass shelves are adjustable to make room for tall items and removable for easy cleaning. This mini fridge also comes in three different colors — black, stainless steel and white — to match your bedroom or dorm room’s aesthetic. Note that some Amazon reviews found that the fridge didn’t last as long.
5. BEST PORTABLE
Cooluli Mini Fridge Electric Cooler and Warmer
PROS
- Very lightweight
- Under $50
- Built-in handle for easy transport
CONS
- Can only get as cold as 40˚F
This one takes the idea of mini to a whole new level: It weighs only 4 pounds! What makes it ideal for road trips is that it can be powered through your car’s DC adapter or a USB port; there’s also an AC cord for indoor use. It has a handle built into the top for easy toting too. We like that it includes a warming function for versatility.
One caveat is that the coldest temperature this model can achieve is 40˚F, so it’s best for cooling — not chilling or keeping perishables at a safe temperature (35-38˚F is an ideal range to store perishables).
6. BEST RETRO
Galanz Retro Compact Refrigerator
PROS
- Large footprint with roomy interior
- Stylish design
- Chiller compartment can fit an ice cube tray
CONS
- Not very sturdy
The Galanz Retro Compact Refrigerator is one of our largest picks, with a roomy interior and three levels of storage plus plenty of door storage (even a can rack!). While this mini fridge does not offer a freezer, it does offer a small chiller compartment to freeze a compact ice cube tray. It also comes in red, black and green and five different sizes if the 3.3 cubic foot model isn’t the right fit for your space. Take note: We found the handle difficult to attach and that it isn’t very sturdy.
7. MOST STYLISH
Smeg Mini Refrigerator
PROS
- Comes in a variety of fun colors
- Sturdy handle
- Stylish midcentury design
CONS
- Door hinge is not reversible
The Smeg Mini Refrigerator is an Italian-made, 1950s-inspired mini fridge that comes in a variety of colors (black, white, red, cream and more). We love the sturdy handle, which makes the unit easy to open, and the adjustable door bins, which are perfect for fitting taller bottles. Take note that while the hinge is not reversible, you can choose a left or right hinge when you order. It’s also on the pricier end for a mini fridge, but its midcentury aesthetic and space-saving design may be worth the splurge.
8. BEST FOR DRINKS
hOmeLabs Beverage Refrigerator and Cooler
While all of our mini fridge picks store beverages well, HomeLabs Beverage Refrigerator and Cooler is the ultimate mini fridge for drinks. It has the capacity to store 120 cans or you can adjust the shelves to fit bottles or tall cans.The best feature? The door has a glass window so you keep stock of what’s inside your mini fridge without opening it up — and also show off your drink selection for guests.
Some other great features are its white LED interior light, easy-touch temperature controls and auto-defrost feature. One of our editors just added this model to their basement and it’s been performing well. Some reviewers from Amazon noted that items that were up against the back wall of the mini fridge froze slightly, which is good to keep in mind when filling it.
