Danby DAR440BL 4.4-Cubic Foot Designer Compact All Refrigerator, BlackDanby DA

• 4.4-cubic foot counter-height refrigerator with scratch-resistant work top; available in white or black
• Energy Star rated; mechanical thermostat and automatic defrost
• Second generation CanStor beverage dispenser; 2-1/2 wire shelves; adjustable door shelving
• Integrated door handle; reversible door swing; smooth back design
• Measures 20-3/4 inches wide by 21-1/2 inches deep by 33 inches high

I've found that the "freezer" section of a mini fridge is pretty much a waste of space too small to be really useful, and in constant need of defrosting. The Danby all-fridge is a great addition to my tiny kitchen. It, and a stand-alone freezer, are all I need to keep my food fresh. The veggie crisper actually works, and the can dispenser is a nice touch.

--1 year later--

I've had the fridge for a little over a year now, without a single hitch or glitch. Still a great product!

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This fridge is perfect for a kegarator system. A few quick modifications and it works ike a dream. Holds

two cornelius kegs and. Co2.

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I went with the positive reviews, ordered the fridge,and hoped that the seller had read the negative reviews that had criticized the packaging of the fridge.

Delighted to see that it was extremely well packaged with heavy crating protection.Fridge is perfect in every way, my last fridge died because of the freezer leaking, so I love the extra space.Great for white wine/beer/and it fits beautifully into the basement alcove.I picked black and honestly really glad I did, because you can't even see it in the alcove.It runs quietly (I even opened the fridge several times because it was so quiet I wanted to make sure it was running!) so both thumbs up on this fridge.

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Please see the photos I uploaded for details on a pretty straightforward kegerator conversion. My conversion is geared to homebrewing. 5 gallon batches to two 5 gallon corny kegs. Other commercial kegs should fit( 2 x sixth barrel,1 x quarter barrel ,1 x slim quarter barrel , 1 x half barrel). Check your own dimensions on this.

You will need

For your work:

Protective eye wear (optional as is being a Darwin award winner)

Drill

Phillips head screw driver to remove door screws

2 1/8" Hole Saw bit to drill the opening on top of the fridge for your draft towerdrill slowly )

Weatherproof metal tape to seal exposed insulation

Cheap cutting board or other rigid material to anchor tower (optional)

Utility knife to cut dry erase or other material used to replace inner door moulding.

For your beer:

Draft tower, CO2 tank and regulator, Corny kegs, lines etc.All products available on Amazon)

A digital temp controller is a recommended addition to the finished productexample RancoETC-111000 )

Cheers!

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This is a great mini fridge. I was attracted to it for not having a freezer compartment of any sort.I agree with another reviewer, a freezer compartment on this size refrigerator is a nuisance, and only in the way. We use this for beverages and cold snacks in our family/entertainment kitchenette.

I have some minor damage on mine upon receipt .The lower door bracket was bent.I fixed that myself.There is a ding in the right side of the unit, that resembles a BB shot mark, but again, it will be hidden.And the plastic cover over the top hinge bracket is dinged, but not worth sending the unit back to have fixed.I believe the packaging could be better.It seems to have at least two (2) of the three (3) dings having been caused in transit.The BB mark seems to have been there before packaging.I could hear my lower shelf flopping around before I opened the carton.There was no apparent damage from this.. I feel the packaging could be better.

I allowed the fridge to sit upright for over two (2) hour before I turned on the control.It buzzed right up, and reached temperature quite quickly.The unit is very quiet, especially tucked into my kitchen cabinetry as it is.

The inner storage options are nice, if not a bit unique.I haven't put much in it yet, but soon I will.It looks like it will hold a considerable amount of beverages and cold snacks, and still leave some room for slipping in a small cold dish a guest might bring to a get-together.

I only wish it was not made in China, but in the U.S.I think all these size fridges are made overseas.