Mini fridges are perfect for small spaces, such as apartments, dorm rooms, and offices. They take up very little floor space and can be easily stored in tight corners. You can easily move them from one room to another, or even take them with you when you travel. Mini fridges use less energy than traditional refrigerators, which can save you money on your energy bills.
If you are looking for a way to keep your food and drinks cold in a small space, a mini fridge is a great option. You can find a good quality mini fridge for under Rs. 10,000. Here are some of the best mini fridges in India, based on brand reliability, user reviews, and features.
List of 6 Best Mini Fridges
1. Godrej Mini Fridge
Best Overall
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 30 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 3 Star
- Cooling Technology: Solid State Electronic Cooling Technology
- Defrost system: No defrosting is required
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 46x44x49
- Warranty: 1 year on product
2. AmazonBasics Mini Fridge
Best Budget
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 33 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 2 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 42x42x55
- Warranty: 1 year on product; 5 years on compressor
3. Hisense Mini Fridge
Deep Freezer
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 93 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 1 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 50 x 52 x 81
- Warranty: 1 year on product, 10 years on compressor
4. LG Mini Fridge
Premium One
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 45 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 2 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 45x44x52
- Warranty: 1 year on product, 10 years on compressor
5. Leonard Mini Fridge
Deep Freezer
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 115 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 4 Star
- Cooling Technology: Inverter
- Defrost system: Automatic
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 50 x 52 x 85
- Warranty: 1 year
6. CORWNFUL Mini Fridge
Compact Size
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 4 liters / 6 cans
- BEE Star Rating: 4 Star
- Cooling Technology: Thermoelectric
- Defrost system: Automatic
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 20x11x27
- Warranty: 1 year
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1. Godrej Mini Fridge
Best Overall
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 30 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 3 Star
- Cooling Technology: Solid State Electronic Cooling Technology
- Defrost system: No defrosting is required
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 46x44x49
- Warranty: 1 year on product
★Why You Choose This Mini Fridge
- Capacity:- 30 Litres capacity suitable for storing beverages and vanity. It is also a great choice for a bachelor’s.
- Energy Efficiency:- Well this works on thermoelectric and not ON COMPRESSOR so no there is no need for any BEE star rating on this product.
- LED Lights:- Includes bright and power-saving dual LED lights that can brighten up the space when opened. This makes it easier for using at night.
- PUF Insulation:- The product comes equipped with a 5 cm thick PUF insulation which ensures cooling retention for a long time.
- Runs on Home Inverter:- Like other large-size refrigerators, this can also work on a home inverter when there is a power cut making sure you get uninterrupted performance.
- No Compressor:- As the product does not have a compressor, you get a spacious interior to store midsized bottles and cans, which also work silently.
✔ Pros
- Compact
- Can also be used on a home inverter
- Comes with LED lights
❌ Cons
- Users have issues with the cooling
Godrej has taken mini-fridge usage to the next level; they can also be used in puja rooms to store Prasad, flower garland, milk, and ghee. What surprised me is that it offers you cooling like a regular fridge but does not make ice. When I bought this mini fridge I was very curious to use it and tested the product with a glass of water. I was super satisfied with the result which is why I have listed this in the first place. I totally recommend this if you are looking for the best mini fridge that can be used for a wide range of uses.
The product comes with advanced solid-state technology that is powered by a thermoelectric chip that offers energy-efficient cooling. As the product does not come with any moving parts, it’s easy to maintain and clean. All you have to do is just wipe it down with soft cotton or microfiber cloth and you are done. The brand is also offering a 1-year warranty on the product and includes the main unit, user manual, and warranty card in the package.
If you are looking for a mini-fridge with an extra capacity, then the 99 Litre Godrej mini single-door refrigerators are an excellent choice to consider. It comes with a chiller tray, recess handle, vegetable tray, and bottle storage as well. This model is priced at INR 13,000 and the 30-liter Qube is priced at INR 7,490. Both have unique features and the price range varies a bit, choose the one that suits your budget.
2. AmazonBasics Mini Fridge
Best Budget
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 33 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 2 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 42x42x55
- Warranty: 1 year on product; 5 years on compressor
★Why You Choose This Mini Fridge
- Capacity:- 43 Litres capacity, can be used for restaurants, households, and commercial purposes as well.
- Energy Efficiency:- Comes with a 2-star BEE rating and consumers 186 units per year the type of this fridge is direct cool or DC.
- Cyclopentane Foaming:- This mini fridge is equipped with an environmentally friendly cyclopentane-based foaming material that offers enhanced cooling by giving that needed thermal insulation to the product.
- Environmental Friendly:- The product uses R600a or Care 10 Isobutane gas for cooling retention and it also impacts the environment less.
- Solid-Body:- The product is super reliable and strong and can be used in an optimal range of temperatures up to 43 degrees Celsius.
- Freezer Compartment:- Also has an inbuilt freezer compartment to store a wide range of products.
- Other Features:- Comes with a drip tray, dairy rack, adjustable thermostat, and a removable metal shelf.
✔ Pros
- Energy efficient
- Comes with innovative features and accessories
- Excellent cooling retention
❌ Cons
- Not for people with more than two
This is the most feature-loaded product on the list and I’m listing this in the second place because it’s a bit expensive considering the capacity. But this is an excellent mini-fridge if budget is not an issue and comes with attractive features like a large-sized model. The size is perfect and can be kept bedside as well. One of my friends uses it to store cold water in the bedroom and has a dedicated space with furniture for it.
I felt that the tray design could have been a bit better so that I could place a large bottle inside. It also comes with adjustable feet, you can also make it look elevated if needed. Apart from the good, some users have also complained that the refrigerator doesn’t close well and there are gaps between the both which makes the products visible inside. But I did not have any such issue, in case; if you have anything like that you can always call Amazon customer service to deal with such issues.
I have been using quite a lot of AmazonBasics products and they never fail to impress you. They are affordable for what they offer. Though the product is less, the brand has tried to implement environmentally friendly gas which I appreciable. So even if you are looking for an environmentally friendly mini fridge then you can buy this without thinking twice. This model is priced at INR 8,999, check them regularly for the unbeatable discount as I got them for under 6K.
3. Hisense Mini Fridge
Deep Freezer
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 93 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 1 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 50 x 52 x 81
- Warranty: 1 year on product, 10 years on compressor
★Why You Choose This Mini Fridge
- Capacity:- 93 liters mini fridge comes with 81 liters of fresh food capacity and 12 liters of freezer capacity.
- Efficiency:- 1-star rating with an annual electric consumption of 204 units per year and the type of this refrigerator is Direct cool or DC.
- Glass Shelves:- Comes with 4 times stronger shelves than other standard glass models. This makes sure you get optimum security and no breakage to the bare minimum.
- Reversible Door:- Suitable for both right and left-hand peeps, comes with enhanced accessibility with a reversible door.
- Recessed Handle:- The product comes with an accessible design with a recessed handle you can easily open the product without any inconvenience.
- Adjustable Temperature:- Unlike other mini-fridges, this one is equipped with a temperature control knob that allows you to easy temperature adjustments based on the weather or as per your need.
- Other Features:- Includes a freezer section, and a vegetable box and comes with 2-liter bottle storage as well.
✔ Pros
- Equipped with a temperature control knob
- Energy efficient
- Includes bottle storage
❌ Cons
- China made
One of the best-looking mini-fridge that comes with superior fit and finish. If you are living alone or with just a couple of members then this is the perfect size for you. The shelves are made of good quality material and the product can be handled well. After using it for a week now I’m reviewing this product and I am satisfied with the cooling ability it works well when you set it at 2 out of 5. But the only drawback is that this does not have auto defrost.
This mini-fridge is designed well to fit seamlessly with your kitchen décor, this elevates the modern aesthetic of your room too. Like regular refrigerators, this also includes a vegetable box and space for bottle storage. The freezer compartment comes with a door so that you can put anything that you want to cool down immediately. Comes with a clean back as well and is priced for under INR 10,000 and comes with a hefty warranty for up to 10 years on the compressor and one year on the product.
The Hisense doesn’t need any installation and all you have to do is just play and play with the product. But if you buy this from Amazon, you get a free open-box inspection service. This means the delivery associate will open the product for you and inspect it at the time of delivery to make sure you get what you have ordered. This Chinese brand has proved that its products are both for style and convenience.
4. LG Mini Fridge
Premium One
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 45 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 2 Star
- Cooling Technology: Direct cool
- Defrost system: Manual
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 45x44x52
- Warranty: 1 year on product, 10 years on compressor
★Why You Choose This Mini Fridge
- Capacity:- 45 liters mini-refrigerator, suitable for bedrooms and bachelors to store minimal products.
- Freezer Compartment:- Comes with a freezer compartment that allows you to store a couple of frozen foods.
- Egg Tray:- Also includes an egg tray where you can store eggs but again you can store just a few and not dozens of them.
- Bottle Storage:- Comes with a 2-liter bottle storage space where you can store one large one-liter and a couple of half-liter bottles.
- Efficiency:- 1-star rating with an annual electric consumption of 200 units per year and the type of this refrigerator is Direct cool or DC.
- Recess Handle:- Also equipped with an easy-to-open handle where you can open and close without any inconvenience.
✔ Pros
- Includes a freezer compartment
- Bottle and egg tray included
❌ Cons
- Very basic mini fridge
A friend of mine has been using this for months and he loved it. After a couple of months of usage, it worked well, with no noise, and was compact as well. You can move where ever you want conveniently and can be used in the bedroom as well. Comes with a clean back but still, you can see some wiring at the bottom with the cylinder. Priced at INR 8890 and is available in a white body, which is solid and durable too. Some of the users have been using this product to store medicines and just liquids. And it is an excellent idea!
Also includes a freezer second with an ice cube tray but when there is no power, get prepared for the water dripping. There could have been a tray to collect the water dripping and the brand must look in for that enhancement. Comes with very basic features and does not include a veggie box, but as this is a mini-fridge, you cannot expect that as other brands have included, this could have made one for the price tag.
So, if you are looking for a basic mini-fridge just to store a couple of water bottles and other beverages then I would suggest you go for the LG mini-fridge. The product comes ready to use and does not require any installation. For warranty check with your service provider or call LG customer care to know more.
5. Leonard Mini Fridge
Deep Freezer
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 115 liters
- BEE Star Rating: 4 Star
- Cooling Technology: Inverter
- Defrost system: Automatic
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 50 x 52 x 85
- Warranty: 1 year
★Why You Choose This Mini Fridge
- Capacity:- 115 liters capacity, suitable for various uses you can use to store pantry as well in this product.
- Stabilizer-Free Operation:- This product comes with a stabilizer-free operation that can protect the wide components of the fridge from power fluctuations in India.
- Microcellular Foaming Technology:- This feature locks the airflow from leaking which enhances the effects of keeping the food store fresher.
- Silent Compressor:- Engineered with a compressor that is undetectable when it cycles on and off. The Leonard is equipped with the same and it’s perfect for the bedroom as well.
- Door Seal:- This product is equipped with PVC antibacterial door seal which locks the door well and results in cooling retention.
- LED Lights:- The product also comes with wide-angle LED lights which make the food items visible at night.
✔ Pros
- Stabilizer free
- Cools better
- Silent
❌ Cons
- Expensive
The most expensive on the list! But you get loads of features like a conventional model in a bite-sized version. The product offers to cool and keeps food for a long time. This double-door mini refrigerator is a must-have if the price is not a constraint. I am using it for my bar and it provides ample space for storing soft drinks, juices, and others as well. I can also store loads of ice cubes in the freezer and I also suggest the brand not use the stickers on the product. It becomes hard to remove and the gun behind it doesn’t do that easily.
One of the top features of this product is that it comes with microcellular foaming technology, which can lock the air conditioner from leaking enhancing the effect of keeping them fresh. The product also comes with a compressor with inverter technology that ensures energy efficiency and long life. This product also comes with a clean back with single sheet metal which means there are no grills at the back. This makes the product suitable for families with kids.
The product is also made with food-grade inner material making it safe for you and your family from toxic materials. The product is also certified by the U.S environmental protection agency EPA for the highest quality standards through enhanced energy efficiency. The brand also comes with a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects and the brand is offering doorstep service to all customers in the country. Their customer care department will also assist you when you are in need of the product.
6. CORWNFUL Mini Fridge
Compact Size
⚙ Main Specifications
- Capacity: 4 liters / 6 cans
- BEE Star Rating: 4 Star
- Cooling Technology: Thermoelectric
- Defrost system: Automatic
- Dim. (LxWxH) cm: 20x11x27
- Warranty: 1 year
Frequently Ask Questions:-
1. Is getting a mini-fridge worth it?
Yes, they are energy efficient and most of them have energy-saving features that can save you a lot on your electricity bills.
2. Can I store food in a mini-fridge?
A mini-fridge can be used to store meat and other products that come with a short expiry date. You can also store bread, eggs, milk, and packaged or cooked food in them.
3. Can I run my mini-fridge all the time like a traditional one?
Yes, a mini-fridge is designed to run 24 hours a day, talk to the service provider about this. Look for the brand and its review buying and settling on one. I also suggest you look for energy efficiency to prevent fire risk.
4. Can a mini-fridge overheat?
Make sure to place them 3 inches away from the walls to allow the heat radiation to dissipate. Or else any fridge, be it a mini or conventional one will have to work a lot to cool down, and this results in overheating.
5. Do mini-fridges leak water?
As the product can build frost it might leak water and you need to be more careful. Look for the one that comes with a dripping tray to prevent this. As the air inside the fridge cannot flow through the product, condensation can build up easily which results in a build-up in pockets throughout the product.
6. How long does food last in a mini-fridge?
It can last for longer than 2 days for poultry, whole and parts say the USDA. Every dish varies and raw fish and other seafood can stay good for a couple of days. Also, I suggest you look for the expiration date of the food and always retain the same cooling in your fridge.
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