Cristal MNBX18 Mini Fridge 16 Litre, 27 Can Portable AC+DC Power Cooler & Warmer, for Bedrooms, Cars, Offices; Skincare, Makeup, Cosmetics, Food (Black)

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Enjoyed our round-up of the best mini fridges? We've got loads more recommendations for your house in Sun Selects home. The IceQ mini-fridge is the best mini fridge to buy right now. The 15-litre capacity is enough to store up to 15 330ml drinks cans, and the carry handle and 12v adapter make it portable enough to use in any room of the house or to take with you for on-the-go cooling. How we chose our recommendations With a 24-litre capacity, you won’t be short of space. And it looks a bit like a hotel mini-bar, so it’s ideal if you want to keep something stronger than lemonade in there too! Key specs

They’re great for students and house-sharers who want to keep their stuff away from hungry invaders; they make a cool addition to a home bar or even a patio or balcony entertainment area; and they’re also a welcome addition to the office or even the bedroom for those too lazy to go all the way to the kitchen. TRAVEL COOLER: The 12V DC Plug adapter allows you to take the mini fridge on road trips and long journeys, just plug in and have fresh, cold treats ready to go. It has won plenty of fans across the internet thanks to its quiet running, energy efficiency and reversible door, allowing it to fit into any room almost unnoticed. There's also a little freezer compartment on the top shelf (though buyers have offered varying reports of the quality of that particular part.) Most mini fridges (minus those with USB) have a classic electrical cord, so yes you do just plug in a mini fridge to get it going. The 45-litre capacity of this neat little fridge from Lec will give you enough space for two bags of groceries, with a bottle storage area in the door and even a tiny freezer compartment for making that all-important ice.Beauty junkies have been keeping their expensive face creams and serums in the fridge for years, to extend the shelf life of their active ingredients and keep them free from bacteria. If you’re looking for a mini fridge, it goes without saying that you’ll want something compact – just make sure it’s big enough for what you need! There are two main types. Thermoelectric fridges (employing the Peltier effect) are only suitable for chilling drinks and non-perishable goods. Compressor fridges are designed for refrigerating foods including vegetables, meat and dairy. They make more noise, which is something to remember if anyone will be sleeping near the unit.

If you think you might need extra features like an ice box, it’s worth exploring mini fridges at the larger end of the scale. These bigger models tend to have more options for shelves and storage compartments too. Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation from a real parent, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out which mini fridges discerning Mumsnet users had bought. We compiled a list of mini fridges they recommended, noting how effective they found them, and whether they were particularly good for any certain needs.

5. Husky Coca-Cola Mini Fridge

It’s the most energy efficient model on our list (A+++ rated), and thanks to its auto defrost technology, it’s a very low maintenance appliance. Key specs I bought the Coca Cola one on offer. It'll go in my son’s game room as I don't want him to have one in his bedroom. It really is very mini and holds 4 cans" - FelicityFlamingo Sizes vary from four litres (enough for a few cans of drink) right the way up to about 10 times that size (enough for a couple of bags of shopping), and everything in between. Bottom line - if you buy something bigger than you need, you’ll be spending more than you have to. Fridges can be noisy appliances, so If you’re specifically buying one for your bedroom, you’ll need to it to be super-quiet so it doesn’t drive you crazy when you’re trying to get some shut-eye. If you're more interested in buying a new full-sized fridge, read our story on the best fridges you can buy in 2020.

It has a salad container, three safety glass shelves, antibacterial fridge liners, an interior light and three door compartments too. Phew. Mini fridges can vary quite a bit in size and there are noise and performance considerations to factor in too. To help narrow down your search for a quality compact cooler, we’ve scoured the Mumsnet forums for top tips. Klarstein's Frosty Compact Fridge looks like it belongs in a hotel, which is exactly why we love it.Which is the best mini fridge? It's an important question when a heatwave arrives and you want to have cold drinks on hand. Use them like a hotel mini-bar and they're great for entertaining. But they can also be a smart solution for smaller kitchens, or for people who simply don't need a large, energy-hungry refrigerator. You can definitely store breast milk in a mini fridge, or in any refrigerator that's temperature reaches below 39°F. If you're after a simple small fridge then the Russell Hobbs Table Top Mini Cooler from Robert Dyas should be on your radar. It’s always worth paying attention to the energy efficiency rating too – A+++ is best, and it will mean you’re spending less on running costs and you’ll be kinder to the environment in the process (although a higher rating can mean a higher price tag).