We compared two 45-litre table top mini fridges: the Fridgemaster 45L Table Top Mini Fridge and the Cookology 45L Small Tabletop Mini Fridge.
What we looked at
Capacity, extra features, noise level, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price and the quietest stated operation, the Fridgemaster is the pick at £79.00. If you would rather pay £15.99 more for a built-in freezer box and the more-reviewed listing, the Cookology is the alternative, at £94.99.
A £79.00 fridge running at just 39dB.
A £94.99 fridge with a built-in small freezer box.
Fridgemaster 45L Table Top Mini Fridge MUR4545 — Quietest Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a 45-litre table top fridge at 44.5x46.8x50cm with an adjustable mechanical thermostat, a reversible door for flexible placement, and 39dB low noise operation, an Amazon's Choice pick on this listing. Carries 4.4 stars from 375 ratings.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Cookology on these listings, at £79.00
- Amazon's Choice pick on this listing
- 39dB low noise operation, suited to bedrooms and offices
- Reversible door for flexible placement
Worth knowing
- No stated small freezer box, unlike the Cookology
- Fewer total ratings than the Cookology (375 vs 1.9K)
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants the quietest stated operation
- Those placing it in a bedroom or shared space
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a small built-in freezer compartment
- Anyone who wants the single largest review history available
Cookology 45L Small Tabletop Mini Fridge with Chiller Box — Most Features
Intended for: Marketed as a 45-litre table top fridge at 45x47.2x49.2cm with 1 shelf, a door rack and a small freezer box compartment, adjustable temperature control, 41dB noise level, and average energy use of around 105kWh per year. Carries 4.5 stars from 1.9K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 4.5 stars from 1.9K ratings, higher review count than the Fridgemaster
- Includes a small freezer box compartment, unlike the Fridgemaster listing
- Door rack included for organised storage
- Stated average energy use of ~105kWh per year
Worth knowing
- Costs £15.99 more than the Fridgemaster on these listings
- Slightly louder stated noise level (41dB vs 39dB)
Best for
- Buyers who want a small freezer compartment included
- Anyone who wants the single highest-rated, most-reviewed listing
- Those who want a door rack for organisation
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the quietest stated operation
