Picture this. You’re sitting comfortably in your man cave, enjoying the Super Bowl, and you’re thirsty.
The kitchen’s too far away, the kids are out playing, and the dog is chasing squirrels in the backyard – there’s no one to bring you a cold beer. Cue the beer fridge!
A dedicated fridge for beer is not only convenient in that it’ll save you a trip (or dozen) to the kitchen, but it’ll also leave more space for groceries in your “normal” fridge.
So, how do you choose the best beer fridge for your garage or man cave? Easy, we have spent hours researching the different types of beer fridge and what to look out for, including a list of key features for your consideration. So let’s get to it.
Quick Answer: What are the best beer fridges for the man cave or garage right now?
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Comparing The Best Beer Fridges
We have researched and provided reviews on our top 15 beer fridges for the garage, man cave, office or games room.
We have split them into 3 categories, the larger free-standing and built-in beer fridges that can hold 100+ cans and are more of a permanent solution and the portable mini fridges which hold only a six-pack or so, cost far less and are meant to be more of a grab and go solution.
To help you further, there is a beer fridge buying guide providing a number of key points that you should consider before making a purchasing.
Best Free Standing Beer Fridges (Top 5)
1. hOmeLabs Beverage Refrigerator and Cooler (*Top Pick)
- Capacity: 120 beer cans or 60 bottles
- Temperature range: 50F to 36F
- Size: 19.3″ W x “33.2” H x 17.3″ D
- Silent operation, can keep it in the bedroom
- Sturdily built
- LED digital display
- Responsive touch controls
- Auto-defrost function
- Not designed for outdoor use
What we like:
Size: The Homelabs beverage Refrigerator can hold up to 120 beer cans or 60 wine bottles, which should be enough for most parties and cook-outs. The shelves are sturdy enough to hold the cans easily and the shelving height can be adjusted to accommodate larger cans, beer bottles, or if you like the grape, wine bottles.
Performance: The fridge features a compressor, single cooling zone with a user-friendly LED touch control system, that even I could use. The nominal temperature is 50°F so you will want to reduce the temperature as soon as you get it set-up. The lowest temperature drops to a cool 36°F which is cool enough for most beers. Noise-wise, the Homelabs is quiet, with some customers keeping their fridge in the bedroom.
Other Considerations: Internal LED lighting, coupled with the glass pane makes this hOmeLabs fridge look great and an excellent showpiece for any man cave bar, garage, kitchen or rec room.
What could be improved:
Partial freezing: Some customers have mentioned that the bottom shelf can partially freeze drinks, although there is an auto-defrost function to help with this.
Shelving: The shelving spacer options could offer greater flexibility to maximize space when mixing different sized cans and bottles.
2. Phiestina PH-CBR100 106 Can Compressor Beverage Cooler
Capacity: 106 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 38F
- Size: 15.5″ W x “33.07” H x 22.48″ D
- 6 removable / adjustable wire shelves
- LED Digital display and control
- Blue LED lighting
- Whisper quiet
- Unconditional 1-year warranty
- Can’t use it outside
What we like:
Size: The Phiestina PH-CBR100 can hold up to 106 beer cans, so it has slightly less capacity than the Homelabs. That being said, 106 cans is still a very good size. Where the Phiestina does excel is the number of shelf options you have. There are 6 wire shelves that are fully adjustable providing you with several customizable storage solutions depending on the type and shape of beverage you are cooling.
Performance: The Phiestina PH-CBR100 is a solidly built freestanding compressor fridge with a cooling range from 50°F to 38°F. This has an advanced control system which means, it does not keep running if the desired temperature is maintained. Also, there is a built-in air circulation system which keeps the beer at the same temperature irrespective of the shelf it’s stored on.
Other considerations: The fridge is quiet enough for any room and the blue LED lighting is rather easy on the eye, so it won’t blind you if you decide to grab a cold one in the middle of the night (and with nights getting warmer by the day, it’s easy to imagine the scenario).
What could be improved:
Temperature performance: Whilst there are many reviewers who are very happy with the fridge, the temperature, according to some reviewers does not go as low as the stated 38°F.
3. Kalamera 93-Can Compressor Beverage Refrigerator/Beer Cooler
Capacity: 93 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 32F
- Size: 16.9″ W x “29.1” H x 17.7″ D
- Easily accessible digital panel
- 7 adjustable shelves
- Left / Right Door hinge options
- Keeps a steady temperature
- The LED lights are really easy on the eye
- 1-year warranty
What we like:
Size: The 93-can Kalamera beer fridge pretty much lives up to its name –the interior fits 96 12 oz. cans, or, alternatively, about 50ish 16 oz. cans. With this in mind, it stands to reason it could fit at least 30 tall-boys, if that’s more up your alley. The Kalamera has 7 adjustable racks so you can adjust the figurations to meet your storage height requirements.
Performance: The Kalamera has one of the lowest temperature ranges – from 50°F to 32°F, although the 38°F should be fine for beers. Reviewers have also commented that the Kalamera is quite for a beer fridge.
Other considerations: Aesthetics-wise, as subjective as this aspect may be, this fridge is rather stylish – clean lines and subdued black finish make it feel right at home in just about any room or decor, whether you decide to have it as standalone or built-in. You can decide if you want the internal light to remain on or off by a simple switch within the unit and the door is reversible depending if you require a left or right opener.
What could be improved:
Partial freezing: There are reviews from customers who claim the fridge doesn’t provide ‘even’ cooling with the lowers shelves being much cooler than the top shelves. One reviewer mentioned the length of time the fridge takes to cool.
4. DELLA 048-GM-48314 Beverage Center
Capacity: 60+ cans- Temperature range: 60F to 39F
- Size: 17.75″ W x “19.75” H x 18.5″ D
- Reversible door hinge
- 2 moveable shelves
- Looks nice
- Extremely user-friendly
- The wire racks are fully removable
- Doesn’t come with the instructions for actually reversing the door
- No lighting system
What we like:
Size: If you’re looking for portability and efficiency over capacity, then the Della 048-GM-48314 Beverage Center might just be the thing for you. This is not an overly bug fridge however it can still hold up to 60 12.oz cans or 20ish glass bottles.
Performance: The Della provides a temperature range of 60°F to 39°F, so it’s not as cold as some of the other models, however, like the other fridges, it cools using a compressor and will still keep your beverages or food cold.
Other considerations: The fridge measures in at 17.75 (W) x 18.50 (L) x 19.75 (H) inches, so it’s more maneuverable than other models. You can keep it under a desk or a table or move it from room to room. Keep in mind that this is a free-standing fridge, meaning it should have a couple of inches of clearance on all sides to avoid overheating. It plugs into any standard household outlet, so you needn’t worry about adapters or finding it the right space.
The Della features a black exterior with chrome trim on the door, as well as a white interior with no LED lighting. Bar the absence of lights, this makes it perfect for pretty much any decor.
What could be improved:
Controls: The temperature setting and controls could be at the front of the fridge instead of at the rear of the unit.
Reversible Door: Some reviewers mentioned that there were no instructions on how to reverse the door.
5. Whynter BR-091WS Beverage Refrigerator
Capacity: 90 cans- Temperature range: 60F to 30F
- Size: 17″ W x “25” H x 18.5″ D
- 1-year warranty (limited)
- On/Off option LED Lighting
- Reversible door hinge
- Internal air system for even cooling
- 3 Slide-out wire racks
- Features a cylinder lock at the bottom
What we like:
Size: The Whynter BR-091WS beer fridge comes with just the right size-to-capacity ratio. It’s a compact little cooler that takes up just over 4.5 cubic feet, measuring in at 17 (W) x 18.5 (L) x 25 (H) inches. The fridge fits up to 90 run-of-the-mill 12 oz. cans, and the three-wire racks are fully removable, so you can make space for bigger containers if that’s more to your taste.
Performance: The temperature range beats most of the other beer fridges on the market, spanning from 60°F to 30°F. It also comes with an internal air system that should help keep all the beers at the same temperature. You control the Whytner manually via the mechanical switch that’s located in front of the LED light (this is where you’ll find the on/off switch for the light, as well).
Other considerations: An especially nice thing about this fridge is that the handle is completely flush with the door, so you won’t have to worry about snagging on it or taking it into account when calculating clearance. The clear glass door with a stainless steel trim does a nice job of complementing the white exterior, and should like nice in pretty much any modern decor. It’s worth noting that the door features a cylinder lock to keep the drinks cold and secure.
What could be improved:
Rack options: There could be more rack height options to allow for greater flexibility when storing multi-size cans and bottles.
Reversible Door: A truly reversible door. Reviewers have mentioned that although the door can be reversed, the lock moves from bottom to top and the door handle doesn’t feel so good.
Cooling temperature: Some reviews have mentioned difficulty in getting the fridge to cool as low as the stated 30°F.
Best Built-In Beer Fridge (Top 5)
1. Avallon 86 Can 15″ Built-In Beverage Cooler (*Top Pick)
Capacity: 86 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 34F
- Size: 15″ W x 34.2″ H x 23.7″ D
- Has a toddler-proof handle
- LED touch control panel
- Blue or white internal LED lighting
- 3 moveable glass shelves
- Circulation fans for even cooling distribution
What we like:
Size: The Avallon ABR151SGRH may look slim and tiny, but it’s got more than enough storage capacity, fitting up to 86 garden-variety 12oz cans. Granted, some of you might be looking for a roomier model, but for those wanting a space-saver, this is one of the best beer fridges out there.
Performance: The fridge is a standard compressor-cooled unit with a single zone cooling. The temperature range is great on the Avallon, ranging from 50°F to a very cool 34°F. There are internal fans ensuring the cans and bottles are cooled at the same temperature.
Other considerations: It has three glass shelves that can be taken out if you feel the need to re-arrange the space inside. As for lighting, there are four LEDs, two on either side, and you can choose to switch between blue and white. It’s important to note that this is a right hinge model, and the door is not reversible (despite there being hinge mounts on either side) as there are no holes in the door itself. You do have the option of purchasing a left hand model though.
What could be improved:
Temperature: The Avallon is one of the only fridges we have reviewed where reviewers have mentioned the temperature is cooler than what the setting states, which isn’t a big issue to me.
2. Avallon 152 Can Built-In Beverage Cooler
Capacity: 152 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 34F
- Size: 23.9″ W x 34.5″ H x 23.7″ D
- Plenty of storage space
- Has a toddler-proof handle
- LED touch control panel
- Blue or white internal LED lighting
- 3 moveable glass shelves
- Circulation fans for even cooling distribution
What we like:
Size: The Avallon ABR241SGLH is the big brother to the ABR151SGRH model, coming with almost double the storage capacity – 152 cans compared to the latter’s 86. In a nutshell, it’s big, and comes with a matching price tag. Then again, if you’re looking for a dedicated beer cooler, and neither money or space are an issue, then this baby may just be the thing for you. Speaking of space, the door needs about an inch of clearance to open, so you can’t install it flush against a wall. Alternatively, if you pack it under a countertop, it’ll sit out just far enough to avoid the entire clearance issue.
Performance: Much like its smaller brother, this cooler is a single-zone unit, with a great temperature range of 50°F to a very cool 34°F.
Other considerations: The unit comes with the option of keeping the blue or white LED lighting on or off. If it were me, i would keep the lights on when guests were over – it looks great and turn them off when they go to save energy. The shelves are adjustable, so you can accommodate a number of upright bottles – beer or wins, as well as store beer cans and it has a lock, to keep the kids away from your beer..
What could be improved:
Fan: The fan kicks on when required and some reviewers mentioned, although it is not a loud noise, it can be noticeable.
3. Kalamera 15” Beverage cooler
- Capacity: 96 beer cans
- Temperature range: 50F to 38F
- Size: 14.9″ W x 33.9″ H x 22.4″ D
- 6 sliding metal shelves
- LED temperature control
- Reversible door
- Comes with an embedded carbon filter
- Features a hexagonal bolt lock to prevent it from being opened by accident
- Small footprint
What we like:
Size: Much like the name would suggest, Kalamera 15-inch cooler has a rather narrow footprint (W15 x D24.2 inches), so it’s especially well-suited for those working with limited space. The fridge has six removable racks with max storage capacity of 96 standard 12oz cans .
Performance: The Kalemera’s temperature range is 50°F to 38°F and although it doesn’t get as cold as some other fridges state, it does cool toe 38°F. Operating the temperature is quick and simple with the responsive LED controls.
Other considerations: The Kalamera 15″ is a built-in model with the vent in front (on the bottom) that can also be used as a free-standing fridge. The chrome finish and double pane glass door will make it at home in any decor whichever way you use it. Looks wise, the Kalamera comes with a cool, soft blue inner lighting, oh and it is whisper quiet. This is our top in-built beer cooler recommendation.
What could be improved:
Packaging: A number of reviewers have been happy with the Kalemera, but not happy with the packaging, with some mentioning the odd dent or two.
Temperature: Although 38°F is ok for cooling beer, we would prefer 34°F or 36°F
4. EdgeStar CBR1501SLD Built-in Stainless Steel Beverage Cooler
Capacity: 142 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 38F
- Size: 23.5″ W x 33.5″ H x 24.8″ D
- Can be installed as either freestanding or built-in
- Fan cooled to avoid cold spots
- LED digital control and internal lighting
- Reversible door design with lock
- Shelves are fully removable
- Door alarm when left open
- Can be used an in-built or free-standing fridge
- Also available in an outdoors version
What we like:
Size: The EdgeStar CBR1501SLD is an excellent choice if you’re looking to get the best bang for your buck when looking for a high-capacity beer fridge. The Edgestar can store up to 142 standard beer cans. There are three adjustable panel shelves, with as many additional slots to customize the configuration – you’ll be able to store up to 48 bottles on either level (six of them front to back and eight side to side to optimize the space). As for the dimensions, the fridge measures in at 23.50 (W) x 22.50 (D) x 33.50 (H) inches. This is without the handle; with it, there’s another 2.25 inches to the depth.
Performance: The temperature range goes from 50°F to 38°F, which should suit most beers, and you can control it via a digital interface.
Other considerations: The EdgeStar can be installed either as a freestanding appliance or built within a cupboard or cabinet, whichever floats your boat. There’s also an outdoors flavour (CBR1501SSOD), and you’ll have to make sure to check out that particular box when ordering. The door is reversible and features a factory lock to keep everything safe and cool.
What could be improved:
Lock: The location of the lock (down on the bottom) could be a bit more convenient, since it may be hard to reach it for some.
5 .EdgeStar CBR901SG Built-In Beverage Cooler
Capacity: 80 beer cans- Temperature range: 50F to 38F
- Size: 15″ W x 32″ H x 23.75″ D
- Gorgeous looking with a slim profile
- LED soft touch controls
- On/Off Soft blue LED light is easy on the eye
- Security lock
- Reversible door
- Auto-defrost function
What we like:
Size: The unit measures in at 15 (W) x 23.75 (L) x 32 (H) inches on the outside, and has a capacity of just over 3 cubic feet. This translates into 80 standard 12 oz. cans, and you can even fit 16 oz. bottles upright provided you remove one of the three glass shelves. On that note, it should be mentioned that the shelves are somewhat tricky to pull out and slide back in due to little manoeuvring room, so keep that in mind.
Performance: The temperature controls the range from 50°F to 38°F, which should suit most ales, pilsners and lagers, and is absolutely perfect for craft beer. Even wines wouldn’t feel unwelcome in here. You can set the temperature via touch control panel that sits at the top on the interior.
Other considerations: Much as the name would suggest, the EdgeStar CBR901SG Built-in beverage cooler is primarily made to be built-in within cabinetry or wherever you find suitable. For this purpose, it features a bottom-positioned front vent. Though, this being said, you can also install it as a free-standing unit if you have the room to spare. The fridge has a rather upscale look, with the sleek black exterior, black-dot tinted glass door, and a slim profile.
What could be improved:
Door and Performance: There could be better instructions for reversing the door and a few reviewers mention that the fan is noisy and the fridge takes time to reach the desired temperature.
Best Mini Beer Fridge (Top 5)
Portable beer fridges, aka personal beer fridges or mini beer fridges will rarely store more than a six-pack worth of beer, which is just enough to get you through the week or a day at the beach. It could also be great for a man cave, but the operating word here is personal, so if you plan on entertaining friends on a regular basis, a freestanding fridge should be more up your alley.
1. Cooluli Mini Fridge Electric Cooler and Warmer (*Top Pick)
- Capacity: 6 cans
- Temperature range: 144F to 40F
- Size: 7.25″ W x 11″ H x 10″ D
- Cools and heats up
- Comes with both AC/DC and USB adapters
- Available in six color-combos
- Carry handle for portability
- Very quiet
This is a great little fridge for the road, and although it doesn’t have the cooling power of bigger models (it’s cooled by a fan rather than a compressor), it’ll cool your favourite suds given enough time. After an hour, the beer’s chilled, but if you leave it overnight, it’s practically indistinguishable from one taken out from a kitchen fridge.
The Cooluli Mini Fridge really lives up to the “mini” part of its name – it’s rather short and comes with a handy handle allowing easy maneuverability. You can switch from cooling to heating at a press of a button and although we would use it for beers and soft drinks, customers have also used it for medication and baby milk storage. Some customers also use it to store their lunch or protein shakes!
The look of the Cooluli is sleek and like its name suggests – cool. You have a choice of six color options and if you require a little more storage, there are also 12 and 15 can options.
2. Chefman Portable Compact Personal Fridge
Capacity: 6 cans- Temperature range: 140F to 32F
- Size: 7.3″ W x 10.6″ H x 9.6″ D
- Eco Friendly
- Carry handle
- Car and home outlet plugs
The Chefman Portable Compact Personal Fridge is pretty much what it reads on the tin – a tiny, 6-can personal beer cooler, made primarily to be portable and easily stored. The specs claim it chills to 32 degrees below room temperature or heats up to 140 degrees, assuming the room temp to be 75. The numbers seem about right from our research.
Now, you have to keep in mind that this is a small fridge – the six cans fit only if tightly packed, and you’ll have troubles fitting most 12oz bottles. That being said, it’s 4 lite capacity can be used to store milk, smoothies, soup, your lunch and other options by simply removing the shelf. And because it’s portable, you can take it work, on day trips or sporting trips, the kid’s bedroom as well as the man cave, garage or games room. Also, this is free-on free, meaning its eco-friendly. A further bonus is that you will receive access to Club Chefman – where you can view hundreds of recipes.
3. Gourmia GMF600 Thermoelectric Mini Fridge Cooler and Warmer
Capacity: 6 cans- Temperature range: 150F to 32F
- Size: 7″ W x 10.2″ H x 9″ D
- Cools and heats up
- Available in three colours (red, white and blue)
- AC and DC power cords included
The Gourmia is tiny, so you can fit it pretty much anywhere, but it doesn’t sacrifice any storage space in return – it still fits the standard 6 12oz bottles and can accommodate up to three 12oz bottles, four if you are a deft packer. Just like the other models we have included, you can use this to keep items cool or to keep food / beverages warm at a switch of a button.
Power is supplied by DC or AC and it conveniently comes with bot an AC and a DC power cord. Molded into to the top is a handle so carrying this is a breeze.It’s worth mentioning that the GMF600 has two big brothers, the Gourmia GMF900 and vanilla Gourmia Portable Mini, which fit 9 and 12 cans, respectively.
4. Pepsi Thermoelectric Mini Fridge Cooler and Warmer
Capacity: 6 cans- Temperature range: 150F to 32F
- Size: 7″ W x 10.2″ H x 9″ D
- Cools and heats up
- Compact
- Comes with a car adapter
You need something cooled or warmed? Why not find yourself an appliance that can do both? The Pepsi thermoelectric fridge can do cool your drinks and keep your items warm, depending on what setting you choose. This mini fridge uses thermoelectric technology, which is less harmful to the environment.
Now you may have noticed similarities to the Gourmia above – this is because the Pepsi fridge is made by Gourmia. The Pepsi GMF660 can take less than 60 minutes to get cold, from the time you plug it in. This model also comes with a car outlet connector so you can take it long journeys to keep soft drinks and other items cool.
5. Coca-Cola KWC-4 6-Can Personal Mini Cooler
Capacity: 6 cans- Temperature range: 149F to 32F
- Size: 7.4″ W x 11.5″ H x 10.4 D
- Official Coca Cola product
- Not as quiet as some other models
If you’re looking for a mini fridge with a bit of flair, then the Coco Cola Koolatron may just be the thing for you. To be clear, this isn’t cutting edge tech, but it’ll keep your suds cool enough through judicious use of space (for best results, you’ll want to lay the cans on their sides). Speaking of which, the cooler has a capacity of up to 6 12oz cans, or 4 cans and some snacks, whichever floats your boat. Like the other mini fridges, the Koolatron is simple to move about the man cave, house or office, however, some customers have mentioned that the fan can be a little loud.
Buying Guide: What to Consider When Buying a Beer Fridge
We thought it would be useful to list what you need to consider before making a beer fridge purchase. These are the criteria we used when researching and reviewing the beer fridges.
Do you need a separate beer fridge?
In all honesty, you probably don’t. Unless your fridge is permanently full with food, juice, water and milk, or it’s a long way from your man cave or games room, you can use your existing fridge to store beer.
But at some point during the week, the fridge will be full and there will be little room for your beer.
With a dedicated beer fridge you can keep your beer in a place where you drink beer the most – in our case – the man cave. Therefore you don’t need to keep going to the kitchen to grab your beer and missing part fo the game.
And finally, a beer cooler is just that…….it’s cool. So, can you get by without a beer fridge?
Of course, but along with a kegerator, they do make a great addition to any man cave or games room make your life easier and look great.
Types of Beer Fridge
There are generally two types of beer fridge – built-in and freestanding fridges. This is the case whether the beer fridge is to be used indoors, outdoors or it’s a portable mini fridge.
The difference between built-in and freestanding fridges, in a nutshell, is how you install them:
- Built-in models are made to be installed within walls, cabinets or wherever else you want and become a fixed feature.
- Free standing models can stand alone and some models be moved about.
Beer Fridge Location
Where you put your beer fridge will help decide the type you need. For example, if you want a model that is built-in to your home bar, with matching doors to the rest of the bar, then a built-in under counter fridge would be the type to go for.
If you’re looking for the a beer fridge for a man cave, games room or garden that will stand alone or perhaps be moved to different areas, then a free-standing or even a mini beer fridge will be the best solution.
Size and Capacity
The most important feature of any decent beer fridge is its capacity, which heavily ties into its size. Freestanding fridges typically take up around 3–3.5 cubic feet and can accommodate around a 100 cans.
Mini fridges usually fit a six-pack, and take up far less space. On that note, the bigger the fridge is, the more energy-efficient it tends to be, and the quicker it will chill the beer.
As for the storage, you’ll definitely want a model that has adjustable/removable shelves, so you can organize the compartments to accommodate different sized bottles and cans.
Ventilation
If you’re purchasing a built-in model, ventilation is not an issue, as it will be in the front fridge.
However, if you’re gunning for a freestanding model, the vent will most likely be at the back.
This means you’ll have to account for a small amount of clearance (inches) at the back of the fridge and to the sides to avoid overheating.
Cooling System
The choice of the cooling system will affect two things – one, the energy efficiency and, two, how silent/loud it is. There are basically two choices here, compressor and thermoelectric systems.
- A compressor cooling system is generally used in regular fridges. It’s powerful, can handle high-capacity and is adaptable to changing temperatures. On the flip side, it has lots of moving parts and some versions can be somewhat noisy.
- A thermoelectric cooler are invariably more energy-efficient and operate more quietly. They’re good for small capacity storage but don’t pack quite the punch as their compressor counterparts. Also, although they are more energy-efficient, they are on all the time, while the compressor models only switch on when necessary.
Temperature
Most freestanding fridges will allow you to set your preferred temperature, which is great if you drink a wide range of beers, lagers, ales and stouts.
As for the mini beer coolers, the best you can get in most of them is a couple of pre-set levels between “on” and “off”.
Price
When making a purchase I usually list the features I require and try to match the features to the budget I have available. So how much will a beer fridge cost?
You’ll need to shell out as little as $30 for entry-level 6 can mini coolers, while top-tier 100 can+ freestanding models may cost upwards of $600 and anywhere in between.
Power supply
The power supply is another thing to keep an eye out for. As far as most fridges go, you’ll be able to plug them into any standard 115V wall socket (just remember to take the cord length into account).
The nominal power input is around 90W on freestanding models, while minis will consume significantly less. Moreover, they’ll be able to work on DC as well, and some will include appropriate cords and adapters.
These are the ones you want.
Appearance
Another consideration for you is the appearance of the fridge, not so much in the sense of color (although it’s certainly a factor) as in the sense of the door material. You may well be aware that sunlight doesn’t affect beer in a good way.
Transparent doors are not a plus if you plan to keep the fridge in an exposed area, such as a patio or garage.
A better solution for fridges exposed to the sun would be an opaque door, but on the flip side, you won’t be able to see directly into the fridge and gauge when the time to re-stock is. A smoked glass pane would be a nice compromise.
Personally, I like clear glass doors so that I can see the beer, so the simple solution is to keep it away from the sun.
Summary
We have spent days researching trying to find the best beer fridge for each category. Hopefully you will be able to use the beer fridge buying guid, the beer fridge reviews and the top beer fridge recommendations to find what you’re looking for.