Danby Designer DAR026A1WDD-6 Mini Fridge 2.6 cu ft
- Capacity: 2.6 cu ft
- Refrigerator Net Capacity: 2.6 cu ft
- Fresh Food Capacity: 2.6 cu ft
- Cooling Method: Compressor
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ASIN: B07TK552ZKModel: DAR026A1WDD-6Category: Compact Refrigerators
Overview
The Danby Designer DAR026A1WDD-6 is a 2.6 cubic foot compact refrigerator built for a bedroom, dorm, office or wet bar. It uses a mechanical thermostat with automatic defrost and stores tall bottles in the door through Danby's CanStor can dispensing system.
This is a basic manual-thermostat compact fridge, not a digital or dual-zone unit, so its small footprint trades interior volume for a size that clears tight counters and closets. The door hinge reverses and shelving includes two full-width wire shelves plus a half shelf, so door storage for bottles and cans does most of the space-saving work.
- 2.6 cu ft capacity
- CanStor door can dispenser
- Reversible door hinge
- Energy Star certified, R600a refrigerant
Who it's for
Suits anyone needing extra beverage or snack storage in a bedroom, home office, dorm room or small bar area where a full-size fridge won't fit. Not built as a kitchen's primary refrigerator or for stocking a family's groceries.
Pros and cons
- Door shelving holds tall bottles and cans
- Stays cold even in high outdoor heat
- Door reversal instructions called a nightmare by one reviewer
- One reported unit failed to cool from new
- Prior model reportedly died after months left unused
Performance notes
Cooling relies on a mechanical thermostat and automatic defrost rather than digital controls, so temperature is set by dial. R600a refrigerant and Energy Star certification keep running costs down.
Specifications
| Brand | Danby |
|---|---|
| Model | DAR026A1WDD-6 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.6 cu fthigher than 51% of 85 compact refrigerators |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 2.6 cu fthigher than 54% of 72 compact refrigerators |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 2.6 cu fthigher than 58% of 65 compact refrigerators |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Defrost System Type | Automatic |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 Pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Shelf Type | Wire |
| Number Of Shelves | 2 |
| Door Shelf Count | 1 |
| Door Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | White |
| Finish Types | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1.5 years |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Configuration | Compact Freezer On Top |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Number Of Racks | 3 |
| Number of Sections | 2 |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Is Customizable | No |
| Refrigerant | R-600A |
| BEE Star Rating | 5 Star |
| Pattern | Refrigerator |
| Specification Met | Energy Star |
| Additional Features | Compact |
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Frequently asked questions
What size is the Danby Designer DAR026A1WDD-6?
It has 2.6 cubic feet of interior capacity, sized for countertop, desktop or floor placement in a bedroom or office.
Can the door be reversed?
Yes, the door hinge is reversible, though one reviewer described the reversal process as difficult to align.
Does it have a freezer?
One reviewer specifically noted it has no freezer compartment, describing it as an all-refrigerator unit with more usable shelf space.