RCA Compact Refrigerator
Score: 79/100
NewAir 126 Can Beverage Refrigerator
Score: 76/100Rankings
The RCA RFR835 is a compact 3.2 cu ft two-door fridge with ENERGY STAR efficiency, a reversible door, and a separate freezer compartment. Its modest capacity and lack of advanced features like LED lighting limit its appeal for larger households. Suitable for students or office spaces needing an energy-saving mini-fridge.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
3.2 cu ft | 3.5 cu ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 25 dBbest | 39 dB |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 86.36 cm | 82.55 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 50.8 cm | 46.99 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 55.88 cm | 47.5 cmbest |
— | 7best | |
| ↓ lower better | 23.52 kgbest | 28.57 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Noise & Operation(1) | ||
Noise Level (dB) | 25 dB | 39 dB |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Capacity (cu ft) | 3.2 cu ft | 3.5 cu ft |
Height (cm) | 86.36 cm | 82.55 cm |
Width (cm) | 50.80 cm | 46.99 cm |
Depth (cm) | 55.88 cm | 47.50 cm |
Weight (kg) | 23.52 kg | 28.57 kg |
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Professional reviewers emphasize the unit’s ENERGY STAR rating and low annual energy consumption of 323 kWh as standout efficiency points. They also commend the automatic defrost system and the flexibility of a reversible door combined with a separate freezer compartment, noting these features set it apart from many basic mini‑fridges. However, reviewers point out the limited capacity and absence of ice‑making or smart controls as trade‑offs.
There is little publicly available user feedback in the sources, so consumer sentiment cannot be fully assessed. The limited data suggests that users who prioritize space-saving and energy efficiency appreciate the model, while the lack of ice-maker and small capacity are common concerns.
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.
