Midea WHS-65LB1
Score: 80/100
Arctic Chef ACFR335
Score: 68/100Rankings
The Midea WHS-65LB1 is a 1.6 cu ft compact fridge with a reversible door, separate freezer and ENERGY STAR efficiency. Its trade-offs include manual defrost and limited interior shelving. Best suited for dorms, small apartments or office break rooms needing a tiny freezer.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
1.6 cu ft | 3.2 cu ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 42 dBbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.28 cmbest | 83.82 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 47.24 cmbest | 48.26 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 44.96 cmbest | 45.72 cm |
6best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.772 kg | 13.608 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Energy & Power(3) | ||
Energy Efficient | true | false |
Energy Star Certified | true | false |
Compressor Type | R600A | Compressor |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 1.6 cu ft | 3.2 cu ft |
Height (cm) | 49.28 cm | 83.82 cm |
Width (cm) | 47.24 cm | 48.26 cm |
Depth (cm) | 44.96 cm | 45.72 cm |
Weight (kg) | 14.772 kg | 13.6078 kg |
Design Features(1) | ||
Adjustable Shelves | false | true |
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TechReviewer and Vocal Media both acknowledge the Midea WHS-65LB1 as a well-designed ultra-compact fridge that delivers solid energy efficiency and quiet operation. They appreciate the reversible door and the inclusion of a small freezer, which are uncommon in this size segment. However, they note the modest storage volume and the need for manual defrost as trade-offs for its compact footprint.
