Danby Designer 4.4 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator
- Compact Refrigerator
- 4.4 cu ft
- 4.4 cu ft
- Automatic
- Better rated than 94%
A basic, Energy Star compact fridge that covers the essentials for a dorm room or office without extra features to justify a premium price.
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
5.0★ across 2 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 86 compact refrigerators we track - how the scorecard works · full compact refrigerators data report. Confidence: limited - limited rating history.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
This Danby Designer model packs 4.4 cu ft of refrigeration into a black compact cabinet, built for secondary or small-space use rather than as a family's main fridge.
It runs on R600a refrigerant and is Energy Star compliant, pairing a common compact-fridge shelf layout, two full-width shelves plus one half-width, with integrated door bins sized for tall bottles.
- 4.4 cu ft capacity
- Energy Star compliant, R600a refrigerant
- Automatic defrost
- Integrated door shelving with tall bottle storage
Who it's for
Works for dorm rooms, home offices or as a secondary fridge for drinks and snacks. Not sized for anyone needing freezer space or family-scale grocery storage.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Energy Star compliant
- Tall bottle storage in the door
- No freezer compartment
- Limited review history
Performance notes
Automatic defrost handles ice buildup without user intervention, and the adjustable wire shelving lets buyers reconfigure the interior for taller items. The environmentally friendlier R600a refrigerant is now standard across most modern compact fridges in this class.
Specifications
| Brand | Danby |
|---|---|
| Model | DAR044A4BDD-SL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 64.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 22 × 23 × 35 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4.4 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 4.4 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Automatic |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Construction & materials | |
| Shelf Type | Wire |
| Number Of Shelves | 3 |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | User Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Specification Met | energy star,energy star compliant |
| Additional Features | Automatic Defrost, Compact |
| Refrigerant | R-600A |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Pattern | Solid |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact refrigerators.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Danby Designer 4.4 Cu. Ft. RefrigeratorThis product | 5.0 / 5 | 2 | 2.7 / 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 DAR044A4BDD-SL
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the capacity of the Danby DAR044A4BDD?
4.4 cu ft (124 L).
Is this fridge Energy Star certified?
Yes.
Does it include a freezer?
No, it's an all-refrigerator model.