Antarctic Star Compact Refrigerator
- Compact Refrigerator
- 0.1 cu ft
- 0.1 cu ft
- 0.1 cu ft
- More reviewed than 91%
A small thermoelectric cooler that does what it's built for, mild chilling of a handful of cans or skincare items, but buyers should know upfront it's not true refrigeration and cooling can drift over months of use.
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
4.2★ across 2,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
A 4 liter thermoelectric mini fridge sized to hold about 6 cans, designed for a bedroom, office, dorm, or car rather than as a kitchen appliance. It runs on either AC home power or a 12V car outlet and includes a removable shelf.
This is a Peltier, thermoelectric, cooler, not a compressor-based refrigerator, so it cools contents below ambient room temperature rather than freezing anything. Reviewers who understand that distinction rate it well for chilling drinks or skincare products; some who expected true refrigeration were disappointed by the limited cooling.
- 4L capacity, holds about 6 cans
- AC and 12V DC power options
- Rated 25dB quiet operation
- Removable interior shelf
Who it's for
Best for keeping drinks, skincare, or small snacks cool in a bedroom, dorm, office desk, or car. Not a replacement for a real refrigerator and won't freeze or hold near-freezing temperatures reliably.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners like it for chilling skincare products, cosmetics, and a handful of drinks in a small footprint, and several note the door closes securely without popping open. The main complaint is that cooling performance can weaken after a few months of use, with one owner reporting the interior temperature climbed from about 46 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit after 4 months. A few also mention it's audible enough to notice in a quiet room at night, and buyers looking for more than 6 cans of storage have returned it for something larger.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Runs on both home AC and a car's 12V outlet
- Compact enough for a desk, dresser, or nightstand
- Good for skincare, cosmetics, or drink chilling in a small space
- Door closes with a positive click, no accidental opening
Performance notes
The Peltier module cools between 53 and 64 degrees Fahrenheit below ambient temperature within 1 to 2 hours, reaching as low as 32 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit depending on room conditions. It's rated at 25 decibels, though a couple of owners describe it as audible enough to notice in a quiet bedroom.
Specifications
| Brand | Antarctic Star |
|---|---|
| Model | LY2504A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.9 pounds |
| Size | 0.1 cu ft |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.6 × 7.1 × 10.2 inches |
| Door Orientation | Right |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.1 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 0.1 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 0.1 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Manual Defrost |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Thermoelectric |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 100 Kilowatt Hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Shelf Type | removable |
| Number Of Shelves | 1 |
| Door Shelf Count | 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | SHELF |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Specification Met | No |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Configuration | / |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Type Name | Compact Refrigerator |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact refrigerators.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antarctic Star Compact RefrigeratorThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 2,000 | 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 Antarctic Star LY2504A
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Antarctic Star LY2504A mini fridge freeze items?
No. It uses thermoelectric, Peltier, cooling, which chills contents below room temperature but does not freeze.
Can the Antarctic Star mini fridge run in a car?
Yes, it includes a 12V DC option in addition to standard home AC power.
How many cans does the Antarctic Star LY2504A hold?
About 6 standard 12oz cans, based on its 4 liter capacity.