NewAir 126 Can Beverage Refrigerator
Score: 76/100
Midea MERM33S1AST
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Midea MERM33S1AST is a 3.3 cu ft stainless-steel-look compact fridge featuring LED lighting, a reversible door, and dedicated door bins for cans and bottles. It lacks a freezer and uses manual defrost, which can be less convenient for continuous use. Suitable for dorm rooms, home offices, or workshops needing efficient fresh-food cooling.
The NewAir AB-1200BC1 provides 126-can storage, a themed "Beers of the World" design, and can chill down to 32 °F. It does not include a lockable door or digital controls, and its noise level is slightly higher. Great for beer enthusiasts who prioritize style and low temperatures.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3.5 cu ftbest | 3.3 cu ft | |
| ↓ lower better | 39 dBbest | 42 dB |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 82.55 cmbest | 86.1 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 46.99 cmbest | 47.2 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 47.5 cm | 44.7 cmbest |
7best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 28.57 kg | 19.504 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty & Reliability(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 1.0 years |
Noise & Operation(1) | ||
Noise Level (dB) | 39 dB | 42 dB |
Energy & Power(1) | ||
Compressor Type | Compressor | compressor cooled |
Temperature Control(1) | ||
Fridge Temperature Range (°C) | 0-10 °C | 1-10 °C |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 3.5 cu ft | 3.3 cu ft |
Height (cm) | 82.55 cm | 86.1 cm |
Width (cm) | 46.99 cm | 47.2 cm |
Depth (cm) | 47.50 cm | 44.7 cm |
Weight (kg) | 28.57 kg | 19.504 kg |
Design Features(1) | ||
Adjustable Shelves | true | false |
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Professional reviewers commend the AB-1200BC1 for its high capacity, compact footprint, and eye-catching themed design, noting the effective compressor cooling and flexible SplitShelf™ system. However, they criticize the lack of digital temperature control, the absence of a lockable door, and the manual interface as drawbacks compared to higher-end models.
Everyday users generally praise the cooler's large 126-can capacity, stylish black graphics, quiet operation, and interior LED lighting, describing it as a decorative addition to their spaces. The main complaints revolve around the imprecise manual temperature dial and the missing lockable door feature.
