Buying guide · Beverage fridges
How many cans really fit in a beverage fridge?
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Beverage fridge · Freestanding only
NewAir AB-1200
A freestanding drinks fridge for open floor space, rated for 126 cans.
126 cans · 18.9 in wide · one zone
$339.99 at NewAir on
Not for cabinets. Its manual rules out building it in.
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Where it fits
Freestanding. “Should not be built into surrounding cabinetry”.
NewAir AB-1200
Freestanding only
Top: 4 inSides: ¾ inBack: 2 in
Space it needs: 20.40 × 20.40 × 37.00 in
The specs, in plain words
| What to check | NewAir AB-1200 |
|---|---|
| Size (W × D × H) | 18.90 in × 18.40 in × 32.40 in; 33.00 in high with hingeWidth × depth × height, from the product page. The manual lists no exterior size, and neither document says whether the depth includes the handle. |
| Weight | 62.85 lb |
| Built-in or freestanding | Freestanding. “Should not be built into surrounding cabinetry”The manual also says never to install or operate it inside cabinets or without proper clearances. |
| Air gap it needs | ¾ in at the sides, 2 in at the back, 4 in on topWith the page’s listed size, that makes the space needed about 20.40 in wide, 20.40 in deep and 37.00 in high, counting the hinge (ChillShelf calculation). |
| Door and shelves | Reversible door; 5 shelvesThe manual gives door-reversal steps and lists 5 shelves. The product page lists 5 racks in its specifications, but its description says 3 removable shelves. Door-opening clearance isn’t covered. The page says the door doesn’t lock. |
| How much it holds | 126 cans; 3.4 cu ftNo can size is stated. The manual says not to overfill it or pack drinks too tightly, so treat 126 as a maximum. |
| Temperature range | One zone, 37–65°FA dial from 1 (warmest) to 7 (coldest), with 0 as off. The product page says there’s no digital temperature readout. |
| Room temperature it needs | No room temperature range statedThe manual says extreme cold or hot ambient temperatures may prevent proper performance, without giving figures. |
| Where you can use it | Not stated in the manual. Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources and excessive moistureThe product page lists bars, rec rooms, dorm rooms or garages. The manual doesn’t mention garages, and the warranty excludes commercial use and extreme temperatures. The manual says not to store perishable food. |
| Power | 110–120 V, 60 Hz, 85 W, 1.3 A. Never use an extension cord |
| Noise | 35 dB, as printed by the manufacturerNo test distance or conditions are given, so this isn’t a measured comparison. |
| Yearly energy use | No annual kWh figure found85 W is a power rating, not annual use. |
| Warranty | 1 year (manual); 2 years (product and warranty pages)NewAir’s manual says one year of parts coverage from purchase. The product page says “2-Year Warranty Included.” NewAir’s warranty page says two years for purchases on or after November 12, 2025, “unless otherwise stated in your product’s manual.” Get the term in writing before you rely on it, especially if you buy from another seller. |
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