Frigidaire EFR331 Black
Score: 80/100
Arctic Chef ACFR335
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Frigidaire EFR331 is a 3.2 cu ft retro-style compact refrigerator praised for its Energy Star efficiency, reversible door, and dry-erase board. Its limited freezer space and manual defrost requirement constrain its utility for larger households. Ideal for dorms, offices, or RVs needing supplemental cooling.
The Arctic Chef ACFR335 is a 3.2 cu ft compact fridge with reliable compressor cooling and a reversible door. It lacks ENERGY STAR certification and adjustable shelving, which may limit efficiency and flexibility. Ideal for students, office workers or RV owners needing a sturdy, compact cooler.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3.2 cu ftbest | 3.2 cu ftbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 83.15 cmbest | 83.82 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 45.72 cmbest | 48.26 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 47.66 cm | 45.72 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21.09 kg | 13.608 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Energy & Power(2) | ||
Energy Efficient | true | false |
Energy Star Certified | true | false |
Capacity & Dimensions(4) | ||
Height (cm) | 83.15 cm | 83.82 cm |
Width (cm) | 45.72 cm | 48.26 cm |
Depth (cm) | 47.66 cm | 45.72 cm |
Weight (kg) | 21.09 kg | 13.6078 kg |
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Professional reviewers highlight the fridge's precise dimensions, Energy Star efficiency, adjustable shelving, and quiet, retro aesthetic. They appreciate the simplicity of a unit without ice makers and note the dry-erase door as a unique convenience, while pointing out the limited freezer size and overall modest capacity as drawbacks for heavier use.
Everyday users praise the fun dry-erase board, compact footprint, reliable cooling, and reversible door, but repeatedly mention the small interior and freezer space, narrow shelves, occasional compressor noise, and the need for manual defrost as pain points.
