Midea WHS-65LB1
Score: 80/100
Black+Decker BCRK25V
Score: 78/100Rankings
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.
BLACK+DECKER's 2.5 cu ft Energy Star-rated refrigerator delivers efficient cooling with a reversible door and adjustable thermostat. Manual defrost and a modest freezer limit long-term frozen storage. Perfect for dorm rooms, RVs, or small apartments where energy savings matter.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.6 cu ft | 2.5 cu ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 42 dBbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.28 cmbest | 67.56 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 47.24 cm | 46.99 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 44.96 cm | 44.45 cmbest |
6best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.772 kgbest | 19 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 1.6 cu ft | 2.5 cu ft |
Height (cm) | 49.28 cm | 67.56 cm |
Width (cm) | 47.24 cm | 46.99 cm |
Depth (cm) | 44.96 cm | 44.45 cm |
Weight (kg) | 14.772 kg | 19.00 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.
No independent professional reviews were found in the research. Retailer product pages and manufacturer descriptions emphasize the fridge’s compact size, Energy Star efficiency, full‑width freezer and flexible shelving, positioning it as a suitable mini‑fridge for dorms, offices and small living spaces.
User feedback is sparse, but the available rating of 4.86/5 on Tractor Supply suggests general satisfaction. Customers highlight the fridge's small footprint, energy efficiency and versatile storage, while no specific complaints are recorded in the sources.
