Vinotemp 188 Bottle Wine Cooler Refrigerator
- Freestanding Wine Cellar
- 0 cu ft
- 26.5 cu ft
- Corded electric
A large single-zone wine fridge with real capacity and display lighting, best suited to collectors settling on one storage temperature for the whole cabinet.
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How it ranks among the 63 freestanding wine cellars we track
1.0★ across 1 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
This is a large-capacity single-zone wine refrigerator built for a serious collection, storing up to 188 bottles behind a dual-pane glass door. It installs as either a built-in or freestanding unit and suits collectors who want touchscreen control over one shared temperature zone.
At 74 inches tall and nearly 30 inches wide, this is a big-format cooler meant for a dedicated corner of a kitchen, bar, or wine room rather than a countertop. Because it is single-zone, every bottle inside shares one temperature setting, so it favors people who lean toward one style of wine or store reds and whites in separate coolers elsewhere. The touchscreen control and LED-lit interior are display features as much as storage ones.
- 188-bottle single-zone capacity
- Touchscreen control, 41-64F range
- Dual-pane tinted glass door with LED interior lighting
- Front-exhaust venting for built-in or freestanding use
Who it's for
Suits collectors with 100+ bottles who want one dedicated fridge and like the idea of a lit display case. Not a fit for anyone who wants separate zones for reds and whites, or who needs a small under-counter unit.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
The single review on file describes the unit arriving with its glass door shattered in shipping, a transit issue rather than a report on how the fridge performs once installed.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Holds up to 188 bottles in one cabinet
- Works built-in or freestanding thanks to front exhaust
- Adjustable racks handle oddly shaped bottles
- Single zone only, no separate red/white temperatures
- One reported case of arriving with a shattered glass door
Performance notes
Temperature is set through an external touchscreen across a 41-64F range, with a single compressor zone covering the whole cabinet rather than independent shelves. The VinBo Racks are label-forward and glide out for access, and bottom storage is left open for irregularly shaped bottles that will not sit in the racks. Front-exhaust venting is what allows built-in installation, since the unit does not need side or rear clearance to breathe.
Specifications
| Brand | Vinotemp |
|---|---|
| Model | EL-300COMM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 282 pounds |
| Size | 74 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 27.1 × 29.5 × 74 inches |
| Door Orientation | Right |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 26.5 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Automatic |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Power Plug Type | Type B - 3 pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 130 Kilowatt Hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Shelf Type | Sliding shelves |
| Door Material Type | Glass |
| Number Of Shelves | 15 |
| Door Shelf Count | 15 |
| Color | Heliotrope |
| Finish Types | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Built-In, Freestanding |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Wine Tools^wine-chillers |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Lock Type | Key |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Number Of Racks | 15 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Customizable | Yes |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| BEE Star Rating | 1 Star |
| Additional Features | Digital Temperature Control |
| Specification Met | ETL |
| Configuration | Full-Sized Freezerless |
| Refrigerant | R-600A or R-290 |
| Form Factor | Wine Cellar |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Type Name | Vinotemp 188 Bottle Wine Cooler Refrigerator, Built-in or Freestanding Wine Fridge with Touchscreen Temperature Control Glass Door and Safety Lock, 188 Bottle, Black |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in freestanding wine cellars.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinotemp 188 Bottle Wine Cooler RefrigeratorThis product | 1.0 / 5 | 1 | 2.7 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BD60026 Wine Cellar with LED DisplayBLACK+DECKER | 4.4 / 5 | 798 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Cuisinart CWC-800CEN 8-Bottle Private Reserve Wine CellarCuisinart | 4.7 / 5 | 293 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Wine Enthusiast 18-Bottle Slimline Dual Zone Wine CoolerWine Enthusiast | 4.5 / 5 | 554 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Nutrichef 18 Bottle Slim Wine FridgeNutriChef | 4.3 / 5 | 286 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Vinotemp EL-300COMM
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the Vinotemp EL-300COMM be built into cabinetry?
Yes, its front-exhaust design lets it be installed built-in or run freestanding without side or rear clearance.
Does this wine cooler have separate temperature zones?
No, it is a single-zone unit, so the whole cabinet holds one temperature between 41 and 64F.
How many bottles does the EL-300COMM hold?
Up to 188 bottles on its adjustable VinBo Racks, with extra bulk storage at the bottom for irregular sizes.