Midea WHS-65LB1
Score: 76/100
Arctic Chef Mini Fridge
Score: 65/100Rankings
The Midea WHS-65LB1 is a compact 1.6 cu ft refrigerator with a reversible door, separate freezer, and ENERGY STAR efficiency. Its manual defrost and limited interior shelving restrict convenience and storage flexibility. Ideal for dorm rooms, small apartments, or office break rooms.
The Arctic Chef ACFR321White is a 3.2 cu ft mini fridge with a reversible door and a small freezer, praised for its compact size and quiet operation. Trade-offs include limited shelving and occasional compressor noise. Best for students, apartment dwellers, and RV users needing a space-saving fridge.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
45.3 L | 84 Lbest | |
492.8 mm | 845 mmbest | |
472.4 mmbest | 453 mm | |
449.6 mmbest | 426 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 42 dBbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.772 kgbest | 23 kg |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Temperature Control Type | mechanical | Adjustable |
Size & Capacity(5) | ||
Total Capacity (L) | 45.3 L | 84 L |
Height (mm) | 492.8 mm | 845 mm |
Width (mm) | 472.4 mm | 453 mm |
Depth (mm) | 449.6 mm | 426 mm |
Weight (kg) | 14.772 kg | 23 kg |
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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.
Professional sources such as Home Depot highlight the ACFR321White's suitability for small spaces, noting its flat-back design and respectable 3.2 cu ft capacity, while editors commend its compact form factor for dorm and apartment use.
Everyday shoppers consistently praise the fridge for its compact size, quiet operation, and useful freezer compartment, but they frequently mention limited shelving space, dimension discrepancies, and occasional noise from the compressor.
