Midea WHS-65LB1
Score: 80/100
Frigidaire EFR331 Black
Score: 80/100Rankings
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 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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.6 cu ft | 3.2 cu ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 42 dBbest | — |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.28 cmbest | 83.15 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 47.24 cm | 45.72 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 44.96 cmbest | 47.66 cm |
6best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.772 kgbest | 21.09 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Energy & Power(1) | ||
Compressor Type | R600A | Compressor |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 1.6 cu ft | 3.2 cu ft |
Height (cm) | 49.28 cm | 83.15 cm |
Width (cm) | 47.24 cm | 45.72 cm |
Depth (cm) | 44.96 cm | 47.66 cm |
Weight (kg) | 14.772 kg | 21.09 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.
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.
