Danby Midsize Refrigerator
- Compact Refrigerator
- 9.9 cu ft
- 7.1 cu ft
- 2.8 cu ft
A well-sized compact fridge with a workable interior layout, but buyers should weigh the reports of units failing outside the warranty window with limited parts support before counting on it long term.
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
3.8★ across 66 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
66 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 86 compact refrigerators we track - how the scorecard works · full compact refrigerators data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A 7.1 cu. ft. compact refrigerator and freezer from Danby with frost-free operation, three adjustable glass shelves, and an adjustable wire shelf in the freezer.
- 7.1 cu. ft. capacity
- Frost-free system
- 3 adjustable glass shelves
- Adjustable wire freezer shelf
Who it's for
Suits anyone needing a compact fridge for a small living space or vehicle who is comfortable with the risk any budget compact appliance carries after the warranty period. Not for someone who wants long-term parts availability guaranteed.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who used it in RVs and small kitchens liked the interior space, the dual thermostat, and how quickly it froze items. Multiple longer-term owners reported failures after a few years, including a freezer that stopped cooling and a unit that died once the model was discontinued, making replacement parts difficult to find.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact size fits apartments, break rooms and campers
- Dual thermostat control praised by RV users
- Freezes quickly according to multiple buyers
- Some units arrived with shipping damage
- Reports of failure years after purchase
- Parts can be hard to source once a model is discontinued
- Customer service is email-based, not phone
Specifications
| Brand | Danby |
|---|---|
| Model | DFF101B1BSLDB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 134 pounds |
| Size | 10 cu ft |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 30 × 8 × 6 inches |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 9.9 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 7.1 cu ft |
| Freezer Capacity | 2.8 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Frost Free |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 330 Kilowatt Hours Per Year |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Shelf Type | Wire |
| Number Of Shelves | 4 |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Glossy |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Does not apply |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Specification Met | No |
| Additional Features | Compact |
| BEE Star Rating | No |
| Configuration | Full-Sized Freezer-on-Top |
| Refrigerant | R-600A |
| Form Factor | Freezer Top |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Type Name | Apartment Size Refrigerator |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact refrigerators.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danby Midsize RefrigeratorThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 66 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Chefman - Iceman Mini Portable Black Personal Fridge Cools Or Heats and Provides Compact…Chefman | 4.2 / 5 | 16,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Iceman Mini Portable Board Personal FridgeIceman | 4.1 / 5 | 5,100 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Galanz GLR46TRDER Retro Compact Refrigerator with Freezer Mini Fridge with Dual DoorGalanz | 4.5 / 5 | 513 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Nostalgia RF6RRAQ Retro 6-Can Personal Cooling And Heating Mini Refrigerator With Display…Nostalgia | 4.2 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Danby DFF101B1BSLDB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Danby DFF101B1BSLDB frost free?
Yes, it uses a frost-free operation system rather than requiring manual defrosting.
How many shelves does this Danby compact fridge have?
It has three removable, adjustable glass shelves in the fridge plus an adjustable wire shelf in the freezer.
Is this fridge suitable for an RV?
Reviewers report using it successfully in campers and RVs on solar power, noting it runs colder than a comparable propane unit.