The dorm refrigerator is perfect to keep from having to stick with carry out or cafeteria food all of the time. It is small enough that you can stick it in a corner and use it as a shelf while also storing food and drinks inside. A dorm refrigerator can be found pretty cheap and will save you a lot of money in the long run as eating out typically costs more money than buying groceries does. They come in many shapes and sizes so it’s good to have a general idea of what you’ll want to store in it before you go looking for the perfect refrigerator.
If you’re worried about how a dorm refrigerator is going to fit into your dorm room, think small. We’re not talking a full size refrigerator here. Go online and do some research on dorm refrigerators. Compare the different brands and features and jot down a few that might interest you. If you know where you’re going to put the refrigerator, you can easily measure the space and then make sure you get a dorm refrigerator that will fit into that space.
For those that enjoy eating healthy, it can be very costly buying food on the go. When you consider the time spent each meal going to the store or a restaurant, the gas to get there, and the cost of the healthier food choices, having a dorm refrigerator can be a great money saving benefit. The cheapest place to buy healthy food items is the grocery store. Having a refrigerator in your dorm room will allow you to buy enough food for at least a few days and still keep things cold.
One of the best reported dorm refrigerator models is the GE Spacemaker Compact Refrigerator. This model has adjustable shelving and accommodates a few tall items. Consumers have found it to be very quiet and energy efficient and it comes in several sizes. One reported disadvantage to this model is that it’s a manual defrost. The Danby Compact Refrigerator is a close competitor as consumers tend to like its storage space layout. It features a spot for a tall item and a soda can storage rack. It also has an auto defrost cycle. One reported disadvantage of this model is that it has no freezer space.
Dorm refrigerator models sell for roughly $150 to $200 and are worth every penny if you want to keep from having to eat out every night. If you share a dorm with a roommate, you could consider splitting the cost of the refrigerator and share it. Splitting the cost might allow you to get one of the bigger models resulting in more storage space and maybe longer time between shopping trips.
If you’re considering purchasing a dorm refrigerator, check with your roommate to see if they want in on it as well. Next, decide on which features, size, and style are right for you and then shop around for prices. Just be sure you have checked the college’s rules for electric appliances in the dorms.