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- Energy Star-rated
- Adjustable door shelves
- Interior light
- Automatic defrost
- In-home service during warranty
- No freezer
- Wire shelves
The 4.4-cubic-foot, counter-height Danby DAR440 is all refrigerator, and therefore it has plenty of storage for beverages and perishables. It has 2.5 wire shelves; the door has adjustable shelves, a can dispenser and room for 2-liter bottles. A reversible door, interior light and automatic defrost add convenience. The DAR440 is Energy Star-rated and comes in black and white finishes. If you'd rather have a counter high model with a freezer, the GE Spacemaker GMR04BAN (*Est. $200) gets good reviews.
We found no expert comparative reviews of the Danby DAR440. However, a number of owners post reviews on Walmart.com, and the model is also a pick for best dorm fridge in a list on BestCovery.com
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1. Walmart.com
More than 230 owners post ratings and reviews of the Danby DAR400 on Walmart.com -- they range in date from 2007 to 2011 -- and they are overwhelmingly positive. The average rating is 4.5 out of 5 stars, and virtually the only complaints are about damage to the fridge during shipping. Most users are happy with the omission of a freezer and report that the unit is quiet and keeps food and drinks cold. Reviewers also praise the ample storage space.
Review: Danby 4.4 cu. ft. Energy Star Compact Refrigerator, Black, Contributors to Walmart.com
The Danby DAR440 is second on Bestcovery's list of the five best mini fridges for dorms. In this brief review, expert Jerry Arlen pronounces it "ideal for the dorm," although he does not indicate the criteria he used to make his choices. He does provide a nice comparison chart for the five mini fridges on the list, making it easy to compare their features side-by-side.
Review: Danby DAR440BL Designer 4.4 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator Review, Jerry Arlen, July 25, 2011
The Google product page for the Danby DAR400 compiles 44 reviews taken from retail sites, including HomeDepot.com, ABT.com and EasyLiving.com. A few are from Walmart.com as well. Nevertheless, this is a useful place to look for a scattering of reviews that give a good idea about what owners think of this mini fridge. Most comments are largely positive.
Review: Danby DAR440BL 4.4 cu. ft. Counter High Compact All Refrigerator, Contributors to various websites
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