Avanti Apartment Refrigerator
Score: 54/100
Frigidaire Retro Refrigerator
Score: 54/100Rankings
The Avanti RA45B3S offers a compact 4.5 cu ft footprint with reversible doors and full-range temperature control, making it perfect for tight spaces. Its limited freezer volume and modest overall capacity restrict its suitability for larger households. Best suited for studio apartments or office settings.
The Frigidaire EFRO796VANILLA is a 7.5 cu ft top-freezer refrigerator featuring interior LED lighting, adjustable glass shelves, and multiple door shelves. It lacks ENERGY STAR certification and advanced features like frost-free operation. Suitable for renters or small families needing a straightforward, spacious fridge.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4.5 cu ft | 7.5 cu ftbest | |
2best | 2best | |
44.5 in | 58 inbest | |
18.75 in | 21.46 inbest | |
19.75 in | 23.03 inbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 60 lbbest | 90 lb |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions & Capacity(5) | ||
Total Capacity (cu ft) | 4.5 cu ft | 7.5 cu ft |
Height (in) | 44.5 in | 58.0 in |
Width (in) | 18.75 in | 21.46 in |
Depth (in) | 19.75 in | 23.03 in |
Weight (lb) | 60 lb | 90 lb |
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Professional reviewers note the Avanti RA45B3S as a solid choice for tight spaces, highlighting its reversible doors, adjustable glass shelves, and ENERGY STAR efficiency. Retailer specifications describe it as a good‑rated compact fridge that offers more freezer space than typical single‑door mini fridges, though they do not provide detailed performance testing.
Professional reviewers commend the EFRO796VANILLA for its reliable convection performance, sturdy porcelain surfaces, and thoughtful lift-top design that eases cleanup. However, they criticize the lack of a self-clean feature, shallow oven depth, and slower element recovery, which keep its overall score in the low-70s range.
“Perfect for apartment-wheels roll smoothly”
“Convection bakes frozen pizzas perfectly in 12 min”
“Porcelain chips if you scrub hard-wish for self-clean”
Everyday users love the range's portability, quiet operation, and even baking results, especially for quick meals like frozen pizza or sheet‑pan dinners. Common complaints focus on the manual cleaning requirement, limited oven space, and the analog control layout, with many wishing for a self‑clean cycle and a more fingerprint‑resistant finish.
