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Danby DWC036A1BSSDB-6 Freestanding Wine Cooler

  • 36 bottles, 3.3 cu ft single zone
  • 43 to 57 F range, 6 to 14 C
  • Compressor cooling, automatic defrost
  • 5 adjustable wire shelves
  • Tempered glass door with UV protection and key lock
  • 258 kWh per year at 115 V
  • 12 months in-home warranty, parts and labour
  • 59.2 lb freestanding unit

Updated 28 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A compact single zone wine cooler with a lockable glass door, suited to a kitchen corner or home bar. Reds and whites share one temperature, and the listed cabinet measurements look wrong, so confirm them with Danby.

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ASIN: B07TDGYPZ6Model: DWC036A1BSSDB-6Category: Freestanding Wine Cellars

Overview

Storing a small wine collection at cellar temperature is the job here: Danby's freestanding cooler chills a single zone with a compressor behind a tempered glass door that blocks ultraviolet light. Black wire shelves hold the bottles, a blue LED lights the interior, and the door swings from either side.

Capacity and a compressor make the case: a modest footprint stores a home bar's worth of wine at steady cellar temperatures. Single zone cooling means one setting for everything, so anyone serving whites cold and reds warmer has to compromise.

Who it's for

Home bars, dining rooms and small restaurants with a modest stock of everyday bottles suit its capacity. Collectors aging wine at two temperatures, or anyone wanting it built under a counter, should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Compressor cooling for steady temperatures
  • UV-blocking tempered glass door
  • Reversible door swing
  • Key lock deters casual access
Cons
  • Single zone, one temperature for all bottles
  • Listed cabinet dimensions look incorrect
  • Freestanding design, not for built-in use

Performance notes

Temperature stability comes from the compressor and the airflow around the cabinet, so it needs open space around it to shed heat. A full, chilled load holds temperature better, while frequent door opening lets warm air in. The glass door limits light exposure, but direct sun on the cabinet still makes the compressor work harder.

Specifications

BrandDanby
ModelDWC036A1BSSDB-6
Dimensions & fit
Door OrientationReversible
Item weight59.2 pounds
Item Dimensions D X W X H30"D x 8"W x 6"H
SizeHeavy
Capacity & performance
Capacity3.3 cu ft
Cooling MethodCompressor
Defrost System TypeAutomatic
Bottle capacity36 bottles
Temperature range43 °F
Refrigerator Net Capacity3.3 cubic feet
Power & efficiency
Voltage115 volts
Power SourceCorded Electric
Construction & materials
Shelf TypeWire
Number Of Shelves5
ColorStainless Steel
Finish TypesMatte
Door Material TypeGlass
Compatibility & installation
Installation TypeFreestanding
Included components
Unit Count1 Count
Warranty & support
Warranty Description1 year
Other details
Lock TypeKey
RefrigerantR-32
Additional FeaturesAdjustable Shelves
Interior lightingBlue LED
BEE Star RatingNo
Compressor Typeaxial
ConfigurationFreezerless
Form FactorCompact
Inverter TypeHas Inverter
PatternSolid
Specific Uses For ProductHome wine storage, Restaurants, Bars
Specification MetEnergy Rating

Frequently asked questions

Can the Danby DWC036A1BSSDB-6 be installed under a counter?

Danby lists it as a freestanding unit and says nothing about front venting, so give it open air space instead of building it into a cabinet run.

Can I store red and white wine at different temperatures in the Danby DWC036A1BSSDB-6?

No. It is a single zone cooler, so every bottle shares one setting within its 43 to 57 F range.

Does the Danby wine cooler door open from either side?

Yes. The door swing is reversible, so it can open from the left or the right.

What are the real dimensions of the Danby DWC036A1BSSDB-6?

The listing gives 30 x 8 x 6 inches, which cannot house a 3.3 cubic foot cabinet. Treat those figures as an error and confirm the size with Danby before measuring your space.