Rankings
The Smad XC-50 is a 50-liter compressor mini fridge offering a broad -20 °C to +20 °C temperature range and quiet 44 dB operation, making it ideal for RV and overland use. Its 19 kg weight and scarce third-party reviews may deter users seeking a lightweight or fully vetted unit. Best suited for campers and truck drivers who need reliable freezing capability off-grid.
The AstroAI LY2206A is a 6-liter thermoelectric mini fridge with dual AC/DC power and LED lighting, making it highly portable and versatile. Its cooling is limited to only a few degrees below ambient and it needs continuous power, which can be a drawback in some settings. Ideal for students, travelers, and skincare enthusiasts who value portability over deep refrigeration.
Dometic's CFX2 28-L portable cooler delivers a wide temperature range and Bluetooth app control in a lightweight, portable package. Its single-zone design and need for external power limit flexibility, and the noise level is moderate. Perfect for campers and overlanders needing a compact, versatile cooler.
The Koolatron KCR45 is a compact thermoelectric mini-fridge offering 50 L capacity and dual 110 V AC/12 V DC power, making it ideal for truck sleeper cabinets. Its thermoelectric system cannot reach sub-freezing temperatures and performance drops in hot ambient conditions. Best suited for long-haul drivers needing a simple chilled storage solution.
The Cooluli 20 L Mini Fridge provides a large 20-liter capacity with a tempered glass front and digital thermostat, delivering quiet thermoelectric cooling and warming. Its cooling is still limited to about 35-40 °F below ambient and it lacks a freezer compartment, which may restrict use in hot environments. Ideal for office workers, dorm residents, or travelers needing a stylish, portable cooler for drinks and small items.
The Antarctic Star LY2010-AS is a 10 L portable mini fridge with dual AC/DC power, a removable shelf, and very low energy use. Its small capacity and lack of a freezer limit its usefulness for larger or frozen items. Best suited for desk-side cooling, car trips, or tight spaces where portability outweighs storage needs.
The Frigidaire EFMIS151 is a portable 4 L cooler with a built-in Bluetooth speaker, LED lighting and a 12 V car adapter, making it ideal for personal beverage chilling on desks or in vehicles. Its main limitations are the very small capacity, lack of a freezer and occasional cooling inconsistency. Best suited for individuals needing a tiny, music-enabled cooler for personal use.
The Nostalgia Retro Mini Fridge offers a stylish 1950s look, LED lighting, and dual AC/DC power in a compact, portable package. Its small 6-can capacity and limited cooling to only 45 °F restrict its usefulness for larger groups or deep chilling. Best suited for individuals who want a decorative personal cooler for snacks or drinks.
The Frigidaire EFMIS161 mini cooler delivers portable thermoelectric cooling for up to nine cans, with dual AC and 12 V power options and a lightweight design. Its limited 5 L capacity and inability to achieve freezer temperatures restrict its use to small, short-term cooling needs. Perfect for travelers, car use, or desk-side beverage chilling.
The Cooluli CL4LW is a 4-liter thermoelectric mini fridge that offers versatile AC, DC, and USB power options in a compact, lightweight design. Its cooling is limited to about 35-40 °F below ambient and lacks interior lighting or adjustable shelves, restricting flexibility. Best suited for travelers, students, and skincare enthusiasts needing a portable cooler/warmer for small items.
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28 L | 20 L | 4 L | — | 10 L | 6 L | 50 Lbest | 5 L | 4 L | 50 Lbest | |
— | — | — | 7.2 °Cbest | 4 °C | 2 °C | — | — | — | — | |
427 mm | 412.8 mm | 266.7 mm | 264.922 mm | 353 mm | 191.424 mm | 540 mm | 266.7 mm | 279.4 mm | 670 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 80 W | 40 W | 48 W | 12 W | 40 W | 72 W | — | — | 6.1 Wbest |
600 mmbest | 285.75 mm | 259.08 mm | 180.086 mm | 249 mm | 258.064 mm | 540 mm | 304.8 mm | 254 mm | 402 mm | |
345 mm | 349.3 mm | 195.58 mm | 249.936 mm | 325 mm | 320.04 mm | 381 mm | 177.8 mm | 228.6 mm | 465 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 44 dB | — | — | — | 38 dBbest | — | — | — | — | 44 dB |
2 yearsbest | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | — |
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Performance(3) | ||||||||||
Temperature Control Type | — | Digital thermostat | — | Button | — | Thermostat knob | Thermoelectric | Thermoelectric | Button | Compressor |
Refrigerator Temperature Range (°C) | -18 to 20 °C | — | — | 7.2 °C | 4 °C | 2 °C | -2 to 10 °C | — | — | -20 to 20 °C |
Noise Level (dB) | 44 dB | — | — | — | 38 dB | — | — | — | — | 44 dB |
General(1) | ||||||||||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | 1 years | — |
Size & Capacity(5) | ||||||||||
Total Capacity (L) | 28 L | 20 L | 4 L | — | 10 L | 6 L | 50 L | 5 L | 4 L | 50 L |
Height (mm) | 427 mm | 412.8 mm | 266.7 mm | 264.922 mm | 353 mm | 191.424 mm | 540 mm | 266.7 mm | 279.4 mm | 670 mm |
Width (mm) | 600 mm | 285.75 mm | 259.08 mm | 180.086 mm | 249 mm | 258.064 mm | 540 mm | 304.8 mm | 254 mm | 402 mm |
Depth (mm) | 345 mm | 349.3 mm | 195.58 mm | 249.936 mm | 325 mm | 320.04 mm | 381 mm | 177.8 mm | 228.6 mm | 465 mm |
Weight (kg) | 13.30 kg | 6.2 kg | 2.31 kg | 2.0 kg | 3.80 kg | 2.63 kg | 10 kg | 1.36 kg | 1.36 kg | 19 kg |
Features(2) | ||||||||||
LED Lighting | — | false | false | true | — | true | — | — | true | — |
Adjustable Shelves | — | — | false | true | — | true | true | — | — | — |
Power & Energy(2) | ||||||||||
Power Consumption (W) | — | 80 W | 40 W | 48 W | 12 W | 40 W | 72 W | — | — | 6.1 W |
Voltage (V) | — | 110 V | 110 V | 120 V | 110 V | 110 V | 110 V | 110 V | — | 12 V |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional commentary notes the fridge's efficient, compressor-free operation, stylish glass-front aesthetic, and quiet performance, positioning it as a design-focused, portable cooling solution.
No everyday user reviews or testimonials were found in the research, so consumer sentiment cannot be assessed.
“Easy portability, quick chilling of 6 cans, and fun Bluetooth speaker integration.”
Professional reviewers and editors are not present in the available sources; retailer descriptions emphasize the fridge's portability, retro styling, and dual heating/cooling capability, positioning it as a stylish personal‑use companion rather than a high‑performance appliance.
Consumer sentiment notes suitability for snacks, drinks, baby bottles, or soup, without detailed praise or complaints.
Professional reviewers commend the AstroAI LY2206A for its lightweight, compact footprint and versatile power options, noting that its thermoelectric system provides quiet cooling and a unique warm mode.
Everyday users rate the fridge highly for its portability, quiet operation, and sufficient capacity for cosmetics, snacks, and drinks. Common praise centers on the dual AC/DC capability and stylish look, while recurring complaints focus on the reliance on continuous power, limited cooling below ambient, and occasional voltage compatibility issues.
Professional descriptions position the KCR45 as an ideal drop-in replacement for factory fridges in 15-inch wide truck cabinets, emphasizing its fit, dual-power flexibility and quiet thermoelectric cooling, though they note the lack of a freezer compartment.
No specific user reviews were found; the available information only notes that truck drivers appreciate the size and power options, while the absence of detailed feedback leaves overall consumer sentiment unclear.
Professional reviewers position the Frigidaire EFMIS151-BLACK as a niche, ultra-compact cooler that stands out due to its built-in Bluetooth speaker and retro styling, but they caution that its six-can capacity and lack of a freezer limit its appeal to single users rather than families.
Everyday users generally enjoy the fridge's portability, quick chilling of six cans, and the novelty of the Bluetooth speaker, while repeatedly criticizing the limited storage space, occasional cooling inconsistency in hot settings, and occasional Bluetooth pairing problems.
