Comparison: Best Mini Fridges For Dorms (Updated | Oct 22nd)
Dorm life often means limited space, making a mini fridge an essential for storing snacks, drinks, and even some meals. Choosing the right one, however, can be overwhelming. This comparison aims to simplify your search by highlighting some of the best mini fridge options for dorm rooms. We’ll explore key features like size, energy efficiency, noise levels, and storage capacity, helping you find a model that fits your needs and budget. Read on to discover which mini fridge will best keep your food and drinks cold throughout the semester!
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for large capacity:
Upstreman 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer -
Best for most compact:
Upstreman 1.7 Cu.ft Mini Fridge with Freezer -
Best for highly portable:
Antarctic Star Compact Mini Fridge -
Best for stylish design:
Frigidaire Mini Personal Fridge Cooler -
Best for freezer included:
EUHOMY 1.7 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer -
Best for energy efficient:
Sweetcrispy 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer Small Refrigerator Single Door Adjustable Thermostat Energy-efficient Low Noise -
Best for very compact:
Antarctic Star Compact Refrigerator -
Best for freezer included:
EUHOMY 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer -
Best for easy defrosting:
Frestec 1.7 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer -
Best for two door:
Frestec Mini Fridge with Freezer 3.2 Cu.Ft. 2 Door Refrigerator and Freezer Small Fridge for Bedroom Home Office Dorm
Product Comparison: Best Mini Fridges For Dorms
Large capacity
Upstreman 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer, Single Door Mini Fridge, Dorm Fridge, Adjustable Thermostat, Mini Refrigerator for Bedroom, Office, Dorm, Black-BR321
Upstreman
- Single-Door: This mini fridge measures 18.7’’*17.4’’*33.1’’(W*D*H) and has 3.2 Cu.ft(90.6 L) capacity including freezer. The single door design is convenient and space efficient. While being able to grab ice cubes and drinks at one step, this single-door mini fridge has more capacity compares to those double-door small refrigerator with the same size. The storage is greatly utilized, occupies a little space, making it perfect for dorms, offices, bedrooms, RV cars and garages
- Adjustable Thermostat: From 33.8° F to 46.4° F (1° C to 8°C NOT suitable for storing ice cream) , there are 5 variable temperature settings can be manually switched between as per your needs. (Optimum temperature range for perishable food storage is 37 to 41 °F (3 to 5 °C)). The temperature of freezer is affected by the cooler’s temperature settings. Choosing the most favourable temperature setting to keep the food fresh while save on electricity bills
- Energy-efficient & Quiet: The mini fridge energy cost is estimated to be as low as 0.5 kWh per day. The small refrigerator working noise is 38 dB, roughly at the level of quiet rural area. Economic and quiet, you will hardly notice its existence when it’s cooling all your food & drinks, ideal appliance for bedroom, study and quiet space
- Crisper Drawer & Removable Shelves: Features a crisper drawer to keep your greens and fruits fresh and juicy. The small fridge storage space is adjustable to practical uses with removable shelves. Arrange these shelves how you see fit and you’d be amazed how much the small fridge can stores
- Accessories & Services: 1 Upstreman 3.2 cubic feet mini fridge with freezer, 2 removable shelves, 1 crisper drawer, 1 ice tray, 1 defrost tool and worry-free customer service
Most compact
Upstreman 1.7 Cu.ft Mini Fridge with Freezer, Dorm Essentials, Adjustable Thermostat, Energy Saving, Low Noise, Single Door Compact Refrigerator for Dorm, Office, Bedroom, Black-FR17
Upstreman
- Compact: Given a dimension of 18.9” *17.7” *19.3” (W*D*H), this mini fridge can fit anywhere you need. Whether it’s on the counter or under the desk, it requires little space yet offers plenty of storage room
- Adjustable Temperatures: Ranges from 33.8° F to 46.4° F (Not for storing ice cream), the fridge offers 5 variable temperature settings per your need. Includes a compact freezer that allow you to make ice cubes, keep your food fresh and drinks chilled
- 38dB Quiet: Operates at a low noise of 38 dB, this fridge brings the peace and refreshing cold at the same time. Free of any disturbance while it’s keeping all your food nice and fresh, ideal for environment like dorm, bedroom, office, kitchen and study
- Energy-efficient: The daily cost is as low as 0.5 kWh per day, use the least energy to get the job done. The refrigerant R600a contributes no ozone depletion potential and a lower global warming potential compared to earlier refrigerants
- High-Quality Service: As an outstanding appliance brand, Upstreman offers one-year quality and service, satisfaction assured on all
Highly portable
Antarctic Star Compact Mini Fridge, 10L Portable Small Refrigerator, 2.6 Gal Mini Fridge with AC/DC Adapters, Small Cosmetics Cooler for Beverage, Food, Makeup, Bedroom, Office, Dorm, Black
Antarctic Star
- 【10L CAPACITY COMPACT MINI FRIDGE】: Our 10L portable small refrigerator with removable shelf inside and a handle on the top for portable use built. This compact refrigerator dimensions are 9.8"D x 12.8"W x 13.9"H, 8.38lbs.
- 【AC/DC SUPPLY OPTIONS】The compact mini fridge fridge is equipped with a household power cord (AC-110V) and a car power cord(DC-12V).You can connect the compact refrigerator to a 100-120V home power supply, or you can connect to a 12V car power supply.
- 【HIGH EFFICIENT COOLING】Compact refrigerator adopts thermoelectric technology cooling, which is fast, effective. cool up to 32°F (18°C) below ambient temperature, 86°F (30°C) -64°F (18°C) within an hour, 86°F (30°C) -50°F (10°C) within 2 hours, 86°F (30°C)-40°F( 4°C) within 3 hours. Please note :it should be placed in a location with at least 3 inches of clearance on all sides.
- 【QUIET & ENERGY SAVING】The skincare mini fridge reduce to 38 dB less disruptive to work and everyday life, It ensures that your environment keep quiet whether in the bedroom, office, or baby's room.
- 【PORTABLE & VERSATILE】Small cooler lightweight and freestanding, fits effortlessly on countertops or shelves and is a good choice for you to store foods, drinks, beer, makeup and skincare. Suitable for your bedroom, office, dorm, travel, boating, camping and so on.
Stylish design
Frigidaire Mini Personal Fridge Cooler, Countertop, Holds Up to 10L/15 Cans, Brushed Black Stainless Rugged Design, Portable for Skincare, Makeup, Car, Office, Bedroom, Dorm Room, or Cabin
Frigidaire
- Ample Storage – With a 10L capacity, this electric cooler can store up to 15 cans of your favorite beverages or snacks, keeping them chilled and ready to enjoy.
- Skincare Cooler – You can also use the interior space for skincare products and beauty tools, offering a refreshing twist to your daily routine.
- Portable & Secure – Compact and portable with a convenient carrying handle, this mini fridge cooler is perfect for on-the-go use, weighing only 6lbs. With a heavy-duty locking latch and door hinge, your items will stay securely stored wherever you take it.
- Modern Charm- Add a touch of elegance to your space with this compact mini cooler with a stylish brushed stainless steel door.
- Versatile Power Options – Equipped with cords for both a 12V car adapter and a home outlet, this cooler fridge offers flexible power options, ensuring you can use it wherever you go.
- Efficient Cooling – Utilizing a thermoelectric cooling system, this countertop mini fridge operates quietly and efficiently, cooling drinks to 26-28 degrees Fahrenheit below ambient room temperature for refreshing enjoyment. Note: The extent of cooling achieved by this small fridge cooler may vary based on the surrounding environment.
Freezer included
EUHOMY 1.7 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer, Reversible Single Door Compact Refrigerator, Adjustable Thermostat, Energy Saving, Mini Fridge for Bedroom, Office, Dorm, Black
EUHOMY
- COMPACT & PORTABLE – This mini fridge has a compact shape (16.9"D x 17.5"W x 19.1"H), whether it's placed on a countertop or under a desk, it fits perfectly. We also designed this mini fridge for bedroom with left and right door opening, just simply remove and install it, good for apartments, dormitories, offices and bedrooms
- FREEZER & SOFT FREEZE – This mini fridge with freezer is equipped with a refrigeration section (1.5 Cu.ft) and a soft freeze compartment (0.2 Cuft), which can be used to keep vegetables and fruits fresh, as well as for short-term storage of frozen foods such as ice cream. The small fridge is also equipped with a removable wire shelf that can be removed to expand the interior storage space when necessary
- TEMPERATURE CONTROL & INSULATION – This mini fridge for office has a stable temperature control system, it is built-in a 7-speed adjustable temperature control knob (23℉-44℉), the wide temperature range is enough to meet most of the daily needs. High-density foam layer embedded in the dorm fridge body effectively insulates the heat and facilitates long-lasting heat preservation
- ENERGY SAVING & QUIET – The mini refrigerator features a highly efficient and low-consumption compressor that uses only 0.55 kWh per day, ensuring optimal cooling with minimal energy consumption. The compact fridge operates smoothly and quietly, with a noise level of less than 38dB, making it suitable for use in any location
- RELIABLE SUPPORT – We have been specializing in this industry for many years, and our small refrigerator for bedroom are trustworthy. Of course, we also provide a one-year service for this product, if you have any questions about the tiny fridge, please talk to us and we will reply to you within 1 day to make you have a wonderful experience
Energy efficient
Sweetcrispy 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer Small Refrigerator Single Door Adjustable Thermostat Energy-efficient Low Noise, Compact Fridge for Bedroom, Office, Dorm (Black)
Sweetcrispy
- Compact and Convenient: With a compact design(17.5’’*17.7’’*31.5’’(W*D*H)), the single-door mini fridge has more capacity than a double-door small refrigerator of the same size. Ideal for dorm rooms, offices, and small apartments, this refrigerator provides easy access to your favorite snacks and beverages without taking up too much space.
- Energy Efficient: Our mini refrigerator is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It operates quietly and uses minimal power(0.41 kWh per day (about 0.04 dollars/day)), helping you save on energy bills while providing consistent cooling performance. Enjoy the convenience of cold storage without significantly impacting your electricity consumption.
- Adjustable Temperature: With a user-friendly dial, you can tailor the temperature to keep beverages, fruits, or beauty items fresh and chilled to perfection. It features a five-level adjustment, the third level recommended for residential or workplace application, and has a 3.2 Cu.ft total capacity including a 2.9 Cu.ft Refrigeration zone (33.8℉~44℉) and a 0.3 Cu.ft freezer area (23℉~35℉).
- Spacious Interior: Despite its compact size, the small fridge boasts a spacious interior with 1 crisper drawer, 2 adjustable shelves, and door compartments. This smart design allows you to maximize storage space and organize your items efficiently, making it easy to find what you need when you need it.
- Quiet Operation: The low-noise fridge operates at 38dB. This artistic, quiet piece ensures undisturbed sleep, even if it is located next to your bed. Enjoy a peaceful environment with the mini fridge's whisper-quiet operation. It's engineered to minimize noise, making it ideal for use in bedrooms, study areas, or any quiet setting where you need a silent appliance.
- Accessories & Services: 1 Sweetcrispy 3.2 cubic feet mini fridge with freezer, 2 removable shelves, 1 crisper drawer, 1 User manual and worry-free customer service.
Very compact
Antarctic Star Compact Refrigerator, Portable Mini Fridge, Skin Care 4L Capacity/6 Cans, for Bedroom, Car, Office & Dorm, Small Cooler for Cosmetics, Beverage and Food, Black
Antarctic Star
- COMPACT MINI FRIDGE: The Antarctic Star mini fridge is a good choice for you to store foods, drinks, beer, makeup and skincare. Suitable for your bedroom, office, dorm, travel, boating, camping and so on.
- 4L CAPACITY: Store 6 can/12 oz with no worry; dimensions are 9.65"D x 7.09"W x 10.24"H; The removable shelf makes the fridge become more flexible to store small items like breast milk, skincare, cosmetic, or food.
- AC/DC SUPPLY OPTIONS: You can connect the compact refrigerator to a 120V home power supply, or you can connect to a 12V car power supply.
- QUIET AND ENERGY SAVING: Semiconductor refrigeration chip is freon-free and environmentally friendly; Quiet technology keeps sound at a minimum ( 25dB ), so you can rest in a quiet environment.
- EFFICIENT COOLING: Cool up to 32°F (18°C) below ambient temperature, 86°F (30°C) -64°F (18°C) within an hour, 86°F (30°C) -50°F (10°C) within 2 hours, 86°F (30°C)-37°F( 3°C) within 3 hours.
Freezer included
EUHOMY 3.2 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer, Single Door Compact Refrigerator, Adjustable Thermostat, Mini Refrigerator Energy Saving, Mini fridge for Bedroom, Dorm, Office, Black
EUHOMY
- Energy Conservation – Our mini fridge consumes as low as 0.66 kWh per day, it is energy saving. In addition, mini refrigerator design is more humane, it also comes with a drip tray to make it easier for you to collect condensation when defrosting ingredients
- Refrigerator & Micro Freezer – 3.2 Cu.ft large capacity mini fridge with freezer contains 2.9 Cu.ft Refrigeration section (25℉~44℉) and 0.3 Cu.ft micro-freezer section (23℉~41℉). The micro-freezing section of the small refrigerator allows for short-term storage of a variety of meat products and is equipped with a water catch pan underneath for easy defrosting or cleaning when the power is off
- Compact Design – Compact Refrigerator size: 19.0"D x 17.5"W x 31.1"H. Top of the dorm fridge has reversible hinges, so you can change the opening direction at will according to the placement. This is a mini fridge for bedroom, kitchens, dormitories, and offices with a compact form factor that takes up only 2.2ft²
- Thoughtful Details – This small fridge runs at only 38dB, it is a quiet work of art. The frigobar mini has a 7-position temperature control knob, which can precisely adjust the temperature (Model 3 is recommended for daily use). The bottom of the refrigerators are equipped with adjustable feet, which makes it easy to adjust the placement angle of the rv refrigerator on uneven ground
- Accessories & Services – EUHOMY professional team to provide you Immediate service, ready to respond to your needs. Product packing list: single door refrigerator *1 Removable glass shelf *2 User manual*1 Drip tray*1
Easy defrosting
Frestec 1.7 Cu.Ft Mini Fridge with Freezer,Mini Fridge for Bedroom,Small Refrigerator,Dorm Refrigerators with Freezer,Compact Refrigerator for Office,Apartment,Dorm,Bedroom (Black)
Frestec
- ❄️ 𝐀𝐒 𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐆𝐄: When the hot summer is back in session and you need to head off to college, office, even in your bedroom, our mini fridge is always one must-have item for cooling drinks and fruit. With size of 17.91*16.73*19.88 inch, this mini fridge for bedroom offers a cube space to store everything from sports drinks to medications to milk (top space for your ice cream), which can be plugged directly into anywhere for saving your space.
- 🥝 𝐊𝐄𝐄𝐏 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃: A simple UPGRADE with a removable glass shelf makes ranging and cleaning more easier than before. The special design of the reversible door of small refrigerator that is friendly for both hands use makes it suitable for various occasion. To protect your furniture and floor from scratch, there are 2 adjustable legs allow the mini refrigerator to be placed horizontally and avoid to touch the damp floor.
- 🥥 𝐃𝐄𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐊: Are you still struggling in defrosting by your hands? Just stop it! Our new design of one-click defrosting system in the middle of the temperature control knob of this mini fridge with freezer could help it melt in seconds. The soft detachable door seal not only protect the fridge but also makes cleaning easy.
- 🥯 𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐄𝐓: Thanks to the adjustable thermostat control that is from 1 (cold) to 6 (the coldest), the small fridge offers the optimum temperature range from 28.4-50℉ to store, fruits and drinks with a high-efficiency and low-consumption compressor for SAVING your electricity BILLS. No matter where you are, the small refrigerator with freezer operates smoothly and quietly at a minimum noise under the 37dB for better fitting in anywhere.
- ❤️ 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐒 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘: RISK-FREE when purchasing from our store! We will provide a 100% satisfaction guarantee for our customers if there is any damage part when receive our 1.6 compact refrigerator. Please contact us and let us first,we will help you if your purchased product does not live up to your expectations 🙂
Two door
Frestec Mini Fridge with Freezer 3.2 Cu.Ft. 2 Door Refrigerator and Freezer Small Fridge for Bedroom Home Office Dorm, Small Drink Chiller, 37 dB Low Noise, Stainless Steel
Frestec
- 2 DOOR MINI FRIDGE AND FREEZER – 3.2 Cu.Ft, 17.8W * 20.5L * 33.5H inches. 1 CU FT freezer features ample storage space storage your ice cream or frozen food. 2.2 Cu.Ft spacious cold storage space to store your eggs, vegetables, drinks, fruits, or milk fresh longer.
- ULTRA QUIET – The working sound of small refrigerator with freezer is lower than 37dB which is suitable for people who don't like noise in living and working environments. It could be placed waiting room, bedroom, and even baby rooms (You can store milk for easy feeding.)
- ENERGY-SAVING – With R600a high-efficiency and low-consumption compressor, the mini refrigerator with freezer can cool food quickly. Supported by Energy Saving certificate, it consumes as little as 0.69 kWh of electricity and $0.08 on a daily basis, it's a both affordable and low-carbon lifestyle.
- 7 ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE CONTROL – Mini refrigerator with freezer Support 7 temperature settings, ranging from 33.8 °F to 46.4°F to Offer your different needs. This small refrigerator freezer is of excellent quality and durable.
- USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN – LED interior fridge light makes you easier to find things at night. Adjustable feet of mini fridge help adapt to uneven surface. 2 Reversible Door. The crisper drawer is designed for your separate vegetable or fruits. Adjustable glass shelf of mini fridge makes it more convenient to place taller food or drinks. Provide you plenty of flexibility and increasing space utilization.
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What size mini fridge is best for a dorm room?
Mini fridges between 1.7 and 3.2 cu. ft. are generally ideal for dorms, offering a balance of storage and space efficiency.
Do I need a freezer in my dorm mini fridge?
A freezer compartment can be useful for ice or frozen meals, but it will reduce the overall refrigerator space. Consider your needs.
What is a 'reversible door' on a mini fridge?
A reversible door allows you to change the direction the door opens, offering flexibility in placement within your dorm room.
What does 'compact' mean in relation to mini fridges?
Compact refers to the overall size and footprint of the mini fridge, designed to fit in smaller spaces like dorm rooms.
What is the difference between a mini fridge with one door versus two?
Two-door models typically have a separate freezer compartment, offering better temperature control for frozen items compared to a single-door with a freezer section.
How much space do I need around a mini fridge for ventilation?
It's generally recommended to leave a few inches of space around the sides and back of the mini fridge for proper ventilation.
What is a good capacity for a mini fridge used for skincare?
For skincare, a smaller 4L to 10L mini fridge is often sufficient to store your essential products.
