Mini fridges are great. Mini retro fridges are awesome. With the classic look of the 50s, adding a retro mini fridge can alter the space around it, and inspiring an entire decorative overhaul. For a nostalgic throwback, in smaller form, add one of these 12 best retro mini fridges to your home, and take a trip back in time!
Coca-Cola Portable Thermoelectric Mini Fridge
The personal mini fridge designed with rounded retro refrigerator silhouette featuring official Coca-Cola logo and classic glass bottle graphic.
This lightweight 4 L/2.3 quart compact mini fridge is the ideal personal cooler/warmer. Efficient, reliable thermoelectric cooling and warming technology with no CFCs makes this the perfect desktop accessory for your home, office, or dorm room. It is 110 volt DC and 12 volt AC capable so you can plug it into any standard household outlet or use it in your car, boat or RV. The vibrant red finish adds a pop of colour to any room and the classic Coca-Cola® logo and glass bottle graphic is a favourite of fans and collectors.
PROS:
- 1. Comes in the iconic Coca Cola colors and design, giving it a retro feel
- 2. It is very stylish and can add a splash of color in any living space
- 3. The mini fridge is compact and yet has a storage capacity of up to 4L
- 4. It has both an AC and a DC power supply, making it extremely portable
- 5. The thermoelectric fridge comes with a self-locking handle
CONS:
- 1. It might have some frost accumulation in the back of the refrigerator because of the lack of manual defrost
- 2. There is no dedicated freezer compartment
Frigidaire Mini Fridge
The Frigidaire Retro Mini Fridge is as compact as it is powerful It includes a Bluetooth speaker that will be perfect to stream your favorite music or podcasts at home on a countertop at the office and more Bring it with you with its 4 Liters capacity and its inset top handle and enjoy it while road tripping or tailgate partying thanks to its AC/DC power cords Easily adjust the temperature between 32 degrees F to 150 F The insulated interior holds temperature even after it is unplugged and it is as it does not need any liquids nor Freon's It has room for all your snacks beverages cosmetics and more
PROS:
- 1. Compact, adorable and retro looking
- 2. Easily adjustable shelf
- 3. Easy for carrying around with its portable inset handle and use it at home or on the go
- 4. It has integrated Bluetooth Speaker that connects to any compatible devices to stream your favorite music or podcasts
CONS:
- 1. The handle is a tab bit flimsy
Chefman Mini Portable Personal Fridge
Mini fridge, maximum chill pact space saving design and lightweight features make it easy to take with you anywhere, yet can still fit your needs; 4 liter Capacity chills six 12 oz. Cans, while a removable shelf makes it easy to store milk, juice, yogurt, bottles, smoothies, cheese, fruit, Coffee, soup, and many more home cooked meals or beverages. Perfect for personal spaces, dorm rooms, Bedrooms, offices, hotels, boats, carpools, Soccer games, sporting events, backyard BBQ, pool parties and more!Conveniently plugs into standard home outlets and 12V car chargers so you can take with you anywhere you go. 100% freon-free and cetl approved with advanced safety technology for long-lasting durability. Erasable door can be used to write notes, to-do lists, grocery lists, reminders, and more. 3 Color market set is included and easily wipes away with a damp cloth.
PROS:
- 1. Small size and sleek design
- 2. The handle makes it easy for carrying around and lightweight enough that it can move from one place to another
- 3. Dual temperature settings
CONS:
- 1. Pretty noisy
- 2. Limited storage space
- 3. Does not have a door basket
- 4. The latch is a tad bit flimsy
Gourmia Thermoelectric Mini Fridge
Grab and go! Tuck this handy mini fridge into any corner of your boat, cubicle, dorm room - or throw it in the backseat of your car! No matter where you find yourself, the lightweight Gourmia GMF600 Cooler and Warmer is effortless to take along for the ride. Designed for optimum convenience, all it takes is the flick of a switch to chill those soda cans up to 32°F below ambient temperature, or warm your food up to 150°F.
The GMF600 utilizes the latest thermoelectric technology to ensure uncompromised functionality without harming the environment. It’s time to take your office lunch, road-trip snacks, and tailgate beers to the next level!
PROS:
- 1. Built-in cooling and heating system
- 2. Included are 2 detachable power chords, 1 AC for wall outlets, and 1 DC for cigarette lighters
- 3. Eco-friendly design
- 4. Low noise motor
- 5. Kept things fairly cold
CONS:
- 1. Limited storage capacity
- 2. Cools things down slowly
- 3. Can't fit taller stuff
AstroAI Mini Fridge
AstroAI mini fridge features everything that you can ask for in a compact fridge. Given the size and weight of the fridge, it is easily portable. Furthermore, the fridge features a removable shelf that can be attached or detached depending on your needs to create additional space. To keep the fridge off the floor, it is also equipped with little feet. Most importantly, the fridge is also designed with quiet technology that ensures noise-free operation of the fridge!
PROS:
- 1. Features a removable shelf
- 2. It comes with an AC/DC power option suitably operated even in a car
- 3. Low noise production not more than 25Db
- 4. Cooling lasts for the long term even if turned off.
- 5. Lightweight and compact design fits into a small footprint
CONS:
- 1. The size is small from inside
- 2. Suitable for only short term cooling only
Cooluli Mini Fridge Electric
The Cooluli Classic 4-liter thermo-electric cooler/warmer mini fridge sports a matte finish and a modern profile that’s perfectly portable. It is super-versatile and can be used anywhere to store food, drinks, beer, snacks, breast milk, insulin, skincare and medications. It includes AC, DC & USB power cords for maximum portability and flexibility. It is powered by EcoMax technology, Cooluli Mini Fridges are low-cost and energy efficient. Most importantly, take your Cooluli anywhere! Molded, inset top handle makes transport easy—even when full!
PROS:
- 1. Comes with three charging options to use on the go
- 2. It comes with a thermoelectric system for dual-mode (heating and cooling)
- 3. Visually appealing and attractive design
- 4. Portability is handy with its lightweight-ness and integrated handle
- 5. Ideal for cosmetics storage
CONS:
- 1. Door latch can be iffy
- 2. Condensation tends to build up inside
- 3. Keeps things cool but not refrigerator cold
- 4. Holding tall cans is impossible
- 5. Limited storage capacity
Chefman Mini Portable Personal Fridge
Mini fridge, maximum chill. The Chefman portable personal fridge and warmer keeps your food and drinks The perfect temperature while at home and on the go. The ultimate versatile cooler, this mini fridge goes from cooling to heating with just the flip of a switch; cools up to 32°f and warms up to 140°F. Compact space saving design and lightweight features make it easy to take with you anywhere, yet can still fit your needs; 4 liter Capacity chills six 12 oz. Cans, while a removable shelf makes it easy to store milk, juice, yogurt, bottles, smoothies, cheese, fruit, Coffee, soup, and many more home cooked meals or beverages.Perfect for personal spaces, bedrooms, offices, hotels, boats, carpools, Soccer games, sporting events, backyard BBQ, pool parties and more! Conveniently plugs into standard home outlets and 12V car chargers so you can take with you anywhere you go. 100% freon-free and cetl approved with advanced safety technology for long-lasting durability.
PROS:
- 1. Perfectly compact and portable
- 2. Can be warmer and a cooler with just a switch button
- 3. Comes with both an electric socket cord and a car charging cord
- 4. Food stored remains at an ideal temperature for a long period
CONS:
- 1. Pretty noisy
- 2. Delicately constructed plugs
- 3. Leakage problem from the inside for some
- 4. Pretty small as compared to others
Uber Appliance Portable Mini Fridge
Embrace old school cool and modern technology at the same time with the Uber Appliance ub-ch1 uber chill 6 can retro personal mini fridge. This funky little refrigerator can keep up to six cans or four water bottles chilled at arm’s reach on your desk or in your car with the handy adapter. It’s also ideal for dorm dwellers or those who enjoy bedside refreshments on the ready.Your food and drinks can be kept at temperatures 32 degrees Fahrenheit below ambient temperatures. If that’s not enough, the uber chill can also be used to warm your food items up to 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Other features include a removable shelf, low-noise fan and self-locking door handle. Holds up to 6 cans or 4 bottles of water. Choose from available color options. Chills up to 32 degrees Fahrenheit below ambient temperature and heats up to 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Includes power cords for both home and car use. Features low-noise fan, removable shelf, and self-locking door handle.
PROS:
- 1. Can be plugged into 12v car cigarette lighter or home outlet (built in ac/dc transformer) - both cords are included
- 2. Dual temperature settings
- 3. Extremely lightweight as the housing is plastic and easy to move around with a recessed area on the top
- 4. Old-school design that recalls retro-futuristic look
CONS:
- 1. This is inconvenient and an annoying thing to have to keep track of as the instructions tell you to unplug this for an hour once every two days
- 2. Limited storage capacity
- 3. It makes a low dull hum
Finishing Touch Flawless Mini Beauty Fridge
Presenting the Finishing Touch Flawless beauty fridge: the best place to store your beauty essentials! This mini fridge looks gorgeous on your countertop and is perfect for your makeup and cosmetics, skin care, creams, moisturizers, serums, oils, mother's milk, medicine, Food, drink and more! Keep your beauty tools cool like your Flawless contour rose Quartz facial roller, Jade facial Massagers and Ye press stones. The compact mini design features 2 shelves, a door basket and includes fun stickers. This mini fridge measures 7.5" Wide x 10.25" Deep x 11" Tall and fits 6 cans.
PROS:
- 1. Well-designed to look upscale
- 2. Efficient storage for large lotions and small creams
- 3. Storage basket in the door is ideal for sheet masks
CONS:
- 1. Pretty small
- 2. Door storage basket is not wide enough and doesn't fit many sheet masks
- 3. Leakage problem for some
Frigidaire Mini Portable Cool Personal Fridge
MINI FRIDGE, MAXIMUM CHILL. The Frigidaire Portable Personal Fridge keeps your food and drinks the perfect temperature while at home and on the go. The ultimate versatile cooler, this mini fridge goes from cooling to heating with just the flip of a switch. Cools up to 32°F below ambient temperature, and warms up to 140°F at an ambient temperature of 75°F.Compact space saving design and lightweight features make it easy to take with you anywhere, yet can still fit your needs; 4 Liter capacity chills six 12 oz. cans, while a removable shelf makes it easy to store milk, juice, yogurt, bottles, smoothies, cheese, fruit, coffee, soup, and many more home cooked meals or beverages. Perfect for personal spaces, bedrooms, offices, hotels, boats, carpools, soccer games, sporting events, backyard BBQ, pool parties and more! Conveniently plugs into standard home outlets and 12V car chargers so you can take with you anywhere you go. 100% Freon-Free and and cETL approved with advanced safety technology for long-lasting durability.
PROS:
- 1. Aesthetically satisfying and adorable looking
- 2. Works in standard household outlet or 12V car outlet
- 3. Holds up to six soda cans or lots of cosmetics
- 4. Heats and cools at the flip of a switch
- 5. Lightweight and portable with handle
CONS:
- 1. Smaller capacity than others
- 2. Handle is flimsy and can break if not used carefully
- 3. It makes loud noise
- 4. Condensation builds up pretty fast
Frigidaire Bright Retro Bar Fridge
The Frigidaire 3. 2 cu. ft. retro design refrigerator with built-in side bottle opener has enough room to store your favorite foods and drinks, while not taking up a lot of space. The convenient door basket on the reversible door is large enough for 2 l bottles and canned drinks. This low energy consumption refrigerator is perfect for the office or extra rooms away from the kitchen with its space saving flush back design.
PROS:
- 1. Compact retro looking
- 2. Very sturdy and well-built
- 3. Quiet and gets cold quickly
- 4. A decent fridge in its price range for the size of the fridge compared to other smaller units at a higher price
- 5. Energy savings
CONS:
- 1. Some parts of the fridge are done with cheap finishing - the handle and exterior are plastic
- 2. Easily dented and scratched
WINIADAEWOO Unique Retro Compact Refrigerator
WINIA's new retro line deviates from traditional looking compact refrigerators reminding you of the good old days while delivering elegance and modern touches to the overall design. With its distinctive looks this line of appliances will make any room on your home come alive. WINIA understand that efficiency and functionality are very important. With an Energy Star rating, this unit meets most University dorm room standards. Also features a multi function tabletop that will unlock many new uses, including placing your retro microwave on top of it!
PROS:
- 1. Small size retro-style fridge with a great resume and fantastic potential
- 2. Energy Star efficiency
- 3. A slide-out drawer is at the bottom for fruit, vegetables and there is a stainless steel wire bin to hold smaller products as well as a stainless wire tray for bottles and cans to hold your drinks nice and cool
- 4. Great value for the price
CONS:
- 1. The freezer is the one feature that should be used more cautiously as it is more of a deep cooler where you would be able to keep your ice cubes and ice cream cold as opposed to freeze them there
