Danby DAR017A2BDD Compact All Refrigerator Review

Quick Overview

There are more than a few products that you might get a lot of use out of when you are a college student, and you are living in a dorm.

The main issue with dorm living is mostly lack of space. This means that you will need to figure out how to keep most of your habits and daily routines without using the same amount of space as in your childhood home.

A problem for most students is keeping their drinks and food chilled and from spoiling. Of course, the easy solution is getting a proper fridge, but like most products of this kind, normal fridges exceed the space that you have available. This is why we have decided to look for conveniently sized fridges.

We found the Danby Compact All Refrigerator as one of the most suitable products on the refrigerant market. At a good capacity and an innovative design, it is something that can successfully support your whole college journey. What is so good about it? Let’s go ahead and have a look!

Danby DAR017A2BDD Compact All Refrigerator

Choosing a good refrigerator depends on several things, and one of the most important is that you keep your electricity bills from exceeding your budget. Now, you can do that either by cutting down on the capacity of a particular product or going for an eco-friendly design which is in compliance with Energy Star standards.

Who is this product for?

Several people may benefit from a product of this kind. First of all, we’re talking about college students and people living in small dorms or apartments.

A refrigerator that can fit both cans and tall bottles, and has one full and one half of a wire shelf is something many will appreciate.

It is also suitable for travel enthusiasts, and people that are always on the go and in need of a handy refrigerator that can be carried by an ergonomic handle and used along the way.

What’s included?

As we have mentioned above, you will not regret this particular unit. Not only is it attractive and compact but it also comes with several accessories that some of its competitors don’t have.

Other than the Energy Star R6000A refrigerant that complies with all the eco-friendly standards, it also features a CanStor beverage dispenser as well as a compartment for tall drinks. Overall, the refrigerator covers most of the regular needs, which is the reason why we see it as the best option for students!

Overview of features

When reviewing any given product, it is essential to consider the most important features and compare them to popular competitors. This Danby product is the latter and is a perfect choice for anyone who cares about the environment.

Before we get into the critical features of this product, we want to emphasize that it is 1.7 cubic feet and is perfect for small areas, including your college dorm. Compact, elegant, and affordable, it is one of the best refrigerators on the market.

Looking at a similar Gourmia mini-fridge, we can see that this one has a greater capacity. With the 1.7 cubic feet countertop, you can use, not only the inner compartments but also the top of the product for storing stuff.

You can say goodbye to huge electricity bills and complicated user guides, as the refrigerator is both user-friendly and eco-conscious. This means that you will be saving the planet and enjoy cooled drinks at the same time. It doesn’t take a lot of space, uses an Energy Star refrigerant and even has a defrosting system which means less maintenance.

Not to forget, the Danby customer service is incredible, and it is accompanied by an 18-month warranty that will keep your problems at bay. Taking everything into consideration it is safe to say that this is the kind of a long term investment that you will not regret any time soon!

How to use it

As we have mentioned above, as long as you are familiar with the basics of mini-fridges and compact refrigerators, this Danby product will not give you a lot of headaches. By pressing the simple on/off switch, you will be able to control the cooling process and activate defrosting if it is needed.

Pros

• Affordable for most
• Compact and sturdy
• Eco-friendly

Cons

• Comes in one color

Alternatives

Gourmia Mini Fridge 4 Litre

While the reviewed Danby Compact All Refrigerator is a fridge that we would absolutely recommend, we see the Gourmia product as a great alternative if you are not as impressed with the Danby as we are. It comes at a similar price and follows Energy Star standards that ensure you are still acting eco-friendly and getting the most out of your choice.

Conclusion

By buying this Danby compact refrigerator, you will be making a worthy decision for your cooling needs. It is going to conveniently affect the few next years of your life .

It is a refrigerator that will successfully cool a good number of drinks, while not taking up nearly as much space or driving your electricity bills through the roof. What more could you ask for in a compact fridge?