Magic Chef HMAR265BE 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
- Adjustable Temperature Control: Yes
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, quiet-running all-refrigerator that maximizes usable space by dropping the freezer, with a manual temperature dial that takes some trial and error to dial in.
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ASIN: B0FVGG1S5XModel: HMAR265BECategory: Compact Refrigerators
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Overview
The Magic Chef HMAR265BE is a 2.6 cubic foot all-refrigerator with no freezer compartment, built for beverages and everyday food storage in a bedroom, dorm or office. The door reverses to open from either side, and the unit is Energy Star qualified.
- 2.6 cubic foot capacity with no freezer
- Energy Star qualified for efficiency
- Reversible door for left or right opening
- Adjustable manual temperature dial
Who it's for
Suits someone who wants maximum beverage or food storage in a small footprint and doesn't need a freezer. Less suited to a buyer expecting silent operation, since a mild coolant gurgle is part of normal running.
Pros and cons
- No freezer means the full interior stores beverages
- Reversible door fits either side of a space
- Fits under a desk or in a small room
- Held cold temperature during a multi-hour road trip test
- Coolant makes an audible gurgle and buzz
- Manual dial needs adjusting to avoid over-freezing
- Color availability can be limited on some orders
Performance notes
The manual dial runs from a mild setting up to cold enough to freeze contents on the highest setting, so buyers who found items freezing unintentionally simply moved the dial down a notch or two. Buyers who precooled drinks before a road trip reported the fridge held temperature well on a car inverter over a multi-hour drive. The reported coolant gurgle and occasional buzz are described in the manual as normal operation rather than a defect.
Specifications
| Brand | Magic Chef |
|---|---|
| Model | HMAR265BE |
| 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 |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Defrost System Type | Manual |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Number Of Shelves | 2 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Refrigerator, Manual, Warranty |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Configuration | Compact Freezerless |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| BEE Star Rating | 1 Star |
Closest rivals on specs
Galanz GLR25MGNR10 Retro Compact Refrigerator 2.5 cu ft- Fresh Food Capacity 2.6 vs 2.1 cu ft (+24%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the Magic Chef HMAR265BE have a freezer?
No, it's an all-refrigerator design with no freezer compartment, which gives the full 2.6 cubic feet to fresh food and beverages.
Is the Magic Chef mini fridge noisy?
Buyers report a mild gurgling and occasional buzzing sound from the coolant circulating, which the manual states is normal.
Can the door be switched to open the other way?
Yes, the door is reversible and can be set up to open from either the left or right side.