Cristal MNBX18 Mini Fridge 16 Litre, 27 Can Portable AC+DC Power Cooler & Warmer, for Bedrooms, Cars, Offices; Skincare, Makeup, Cosmetics, Food (Black)

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It has a salad container, three safety glass shelves, antibacterial fridge liners, an interior light and three door compartments too. Phew. Because of all that, your electricity bill will be sky high, your fridge will be working in overtime and no one will be happy. Simple. Can mini fridges be used outside?

There are also specialist wine fridges, wine coolers and wine conditioners designed to keep bottles of fizz and white wine in the right conditions to preserve the taste. But here we've concentrated on the best all-rounders.There are two main types. Thermoelectric fridges (employing the Peltier effect) are only suitable for chilling drinks and non-perishable goods. Compressor fridges are designed for refrigerating foods including vegetables, meat and dairy. They make more noise, which is something to remember if anyone will be sleeping near the unit. Which is the best mini fridge? It's an important question when a heatwave arrives and you want to have cold drinks on hand. Use them like a hotel mini-bar and they're great for entertaining. But they can also be a smart solution for smaller kitchens, or for people who simply don't need a large, energy-hungry refrigerator.

The 45-litre capacity of this neat little fridge from Lec will give you enough space for two bags of groceries, with a bottle storage area in the door and even a tiny freezer compartment for making that all-important ice. It’s the most energy efficient model on our list (A+++ rated), and thanks to its auto defrost technology, it’s a very low maintenance appliance. Key specs If you think you might need extra features like an ice box, it’s worth exploring mini fridges at the larger end of the scale. These bigger models tend to have more options for shelves and storage compartments too.

9. Most stylish mini fridge: Smeg FAB5RPG5 Mini Fridge – Pastel Green

It’s A++ energy rated, and the 12v charger means you can take it with you in the car on your next camping trip. Just make sure you don’t leave it running for too long when the engine isn’t on - you don’t want a flat battery. Key specs

Beauty junkies have been keeping their expensive face creams and serums in the fridge for years, to extend the shelf life of their active ingredients and keep them free from bacteria. A reliable brand for all things kitchen appliance, it’s no surprise that Russell Hobbs knows how to make a good mini fridge and this one is A-rated for energy consumption. The price of this Smeg mini fridge will understandably put some people off, but it wins a place on our list thanks to its trademark good looks and retro styling. It’s a great choice as an overflow fridge for the kitchen – it will hold up to two shopping bags worth of groceries, and has adjustable shelves with 10 settings so you can change it to suit your needs.With a massive 66 litre capacity, this mini fridge is big enough to refrigerate several days' worth of food, so it could even be a decent main fridge for anyone who shops daily rather than weekly.