Danby DAR044A6PDB 4.4 Cu.Ft. Mini Fridge
- Compact Refrigerator
- 4.4 cu ft
- 4.4 cu ft
- 4.4 cu ft
Roomy and handsome for its size, but shipping damage and inconsistent cooling showed up often enough in reviews that checking the unit thoroughly on delivery is worthwhile.
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
3.8★ across 97 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
97 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
Danby's 4.4 cu ft Contemporary Classic mini fridge brings a retro curved-door design in pearl white, with a CanStor beverage dispenser in the door and a built-in lock. Suits a bedroom, dorm, office or bar setup needing extra chilled storage.
The retro styling is the clear differentiator here, not raw capacity, with chrome trim, LED interior lighting and a reversible door aimed at fitting tight spaces. Shipping damage came up repeatedly in owner reviews, and cooling performance was inconsistent for a meaningful minority, so this is worth inspecting closely on arrival.
- 4.4 cu ft (124 L) capacity
- CanStor beverage dispensing door
- Reversible door hinges and adjustable shelves
- ENERGY STAR certified, R600a refrigerant
Who it's for
Works for anyone wanting a stylish secondary fridge for drinks and snacks in a dorm, office or den. Skip it if you need dependable near-freezing temperatures, since several owners could not get much below the mid-40s Fahrenheit.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners like the retro look and interior space, including the CanStor door storage, but shipping damage came up across several reviews, arriving with dents on the back or sides. Cooling was inconsistent too: one owner measured a floor of about 46 degrees Fahrenheit and another said the unit stopped cooling entirely after a week. A separate owner reported the door detaching after 9 months.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Tall door bins fit large bottles
- Reversible door hinge for tight spots
- Built-in lock useful for shared spaces
- LED interior lighting and glass shelves
- Multiple reports of dented units on arrival
- Cooling did not reach low temperatures for some owners
- Door reportedly came off one unit after 9 months
Specifications
| Brand | Danby |
|---|---|
| Model | DAR044A6PDB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 65 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 21.5 × 20.7 × 33.3 inches |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4.4 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 4.4 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 4.4 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Automatic |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 288 Kilowatt Hours Per Year |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Metal |
| Shelf Type | Glass |
| Number Of Shelves | 3 |
| Door Shelf Count | 2 |
| Color | White |
| Finish Types | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Refrigerator^Product Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | reciprocating |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Specification Met | Energy Star |
| Additional Features | E-Star Rated, Scratch Resistant |
| BEE Star Rating | 5 Star |
| Configuration | Compact Freezerless |
| Refrigerant | R-600A |
| Form Factor | Stand Alone |
| Pattern | Refrigerator |
| Item Type Name | Danby DAR044A6PDB 4.4 Cu.Ft. Mini Fridge, Compact Refrigerator For Bedroom, Living Room, Bar, Dorm, Kitchen, Office, E-Star Rated Fridge With Door Lock, In Pearl White |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact refrigerators.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Danby DAR044A6PDB 4.4 Cu.Ft. Mini FridgeThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 97 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Chefman - Iceman Mini Portable Black Personal Fridge Cools Or Heats and Provides Compact…Chefman | 4.2 / 5 | 16,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Iceman Mini Portable Board Personal FridgeIceman | 4.1 / 5 | 5,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Galanz GLR46TRDER Retro Compact Refrigerator with Freezer Mini Fridge with Dual DoorGalanz | 4.5 / 5 | 513 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Nostalgia RF6RRAQ Retro 6-Can Personal Cooling And Heating Mini Refrigerator With Display…Nostalgia | 4.2 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Danby DAR044A6PDB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the capacity of the Danby DAR044A6PDB mini fridge?
It holds 4.4 cubic feet (124 liters).
Does this Danby mini fridge have a lock?
Yes, it includes a built-in door lock.
Can the door be switched to open from the other side?
Yes, the door hinges are reversible.