Koolatron Mirrored LED Mini Cooler/Mini Fridge for Cosmetics
- Compact Refrigerator
- 0.2 cu ft
- 0.2 cu ft
- 0.2 cu ft
- More reviewed than 69%
A compact, good-looking vanity fridge that reviewers like for chilling skincare products and drinks, but with enough reports of units failing within a year that buying protection is worth considering.
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How it ranks among the 86 compact refrigerators we track
4.0★ across 277 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
277 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
A 6 liter thermoelectric mini fridge from Koolatron with a mirrored LED-lit door that doubles as a makeup mirror, dimmable touch controls, and both 110V AC and 12V DC power cords.
This is a thermoelectric cooler rather than a compressor fridge, so it cools relative to room temperature instead of hitting a fixed low number, which fits its marketed use for skincare and cosmetics rather than hard freezing. Reviews split fairly clearly between buyers happy with it as a vanity accent piece and a smaller group reporting the unit failing well before a year of use.
- 6 liter / 6.3 quart capacity
- Thermoelectric cooling to 32°F below ambient
- Dimmable LED-lit mirrored door
- Dual AC and DC power cords included
Who it's for
Buyers who want a small, decorative fridge for skincare products, drinks, or medicine on a vanity or desk, where the mirrored door and lighting matter as much as the cooling. Less suited to anyone needing dependable, long-term cold storage, given multiple reports of early failure.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Buyers who kept theirs describe it as an attractive vanity piece that keeps skincare products and drinks chilled, with the LED-lit mirror singled out as the standout feature. Against that, a few reviewers report units arriving damaged or not cooling, one unit failing entirely at 11 months, and condensation pooling inside during regular use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Mirrored door doubles as a lit vanity mirror
- Dimmable LED lighting with touch control
- Runs on both 110V AC and 12V DC power
- Removable shelf for reorganizing items
- Some units reported failing within about a year
- A few arrived with cosmetic flaws like chips or a visible cord under the LED
- Condensation can pool inside during use
Performance notes
Thermoelectric cooling here is rated to bring the interior about 32°F below room temperature rather than to a fixed set point, which is normal for this type of mini fridge and is enough for chilling skincare products or drinks but not for hard freezing. The mirrored door's LED lighting is dimmable via a touch button on the front, and a removable shelf lets the 6 liter interior be reorganized for taller or smaller items.
Specifications
| Brand | Koolatron |
|---|---|
| Model | KRT08-1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.1 ounces |
| Size | Small |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 10.2 × 7.6 × 11.2 inches |
| Door Orientation | Right |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.2 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 0.2 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 0.2 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Manual |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Thermoelectric |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) |
| Voltage | 230 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 235 Kilowatt Hours Per Year |
| Construction & materials | |
| Door Material Type | Plastic |
| Shelf Type | Removable |
| Number Of Shelves | 1 |
| Color | Multicolour |
| Finish Types | Glossy |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 110 Volt AC and 12 Volt DC power cords |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Compressor Type | Axial |
| Lock Type | Key |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Number of Sections | 1 |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Is Customizable | No |
| Specification Met | ETL |
| Additional Features | Compact, Portable |
| BEE Star Rating | Not Rated |
| Configuration | Compact Freezerless |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Type Name | mini fridge |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in compact refrigerators.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koolatron Mirrored LED Mini Cooler/Mini Fridge for CosmeticsThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 277 | 3.9 / 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 Koolatron KRT08-1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How cold does the Koolatron mirrored mini fridge get?
It uses thermoelectric cooling rated to about 32°F below the surrounding room temperature, not a fixed cold setting like a compressor fridge.
Can this fridge run on a car's 12V outlet?
Yes, it comes with both a 110V AC cord and a 12V DC cord.
Is the mirrored door lit?
Yes, it has dimmable LED lighting controlled by a touch button on the front of the door.