Whynter 46 Bottle Wine Cooler Refrigerator
- Freestanding Wine Cellar
- 5.7 cu ft
- 5.7 cu ft
- Automatic
A dual zone cooler with real capacity and finish details, though the handle installation step has tripped up at least one buyer and is worth doing carefully.
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How it ranks among the 63 freestanding wine cellars we track
3.5★ across 2 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 63 freestanding wine cellars we track - how the scorecard works · full freestanding wine cellars data report. Confidence: limited - limited rating history.Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A dual zone, 46-bottle wine cooler from Whynter with independent upper and lower temperature control, LED lighting and beechwood shelving in a 24 inch frame. Suits collections needing separate red and white storage temperatures in one unit.
Dual zone 46-bottle wine cooler with independent upper and lower temperature control, LED lighting and beechwood shelving, built for either freestanding or built-in installation. Front-vented cooling means it needs no rear clearance, though a reviewer's handle installation went wrong and damaged the door gasket.
- Dual zone digital control, 40 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit
- 46 bottle capacity across 5 beechwood shelves
- 3 color LED lighting for display
- Front-vented design for flush corner installation
Who it's for
Suits a mixed wine collection needing separate red and white storage temperatures in a built-in or freestanding unit. Buyers wary of a handle or gasket installation step should note one reviewer damaged a seal during setup.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
One reviewer damaged the door gasket while installing the reversible handle and said the directions for switching sides were missing a step, and was unhappy to find the unit is made in China after contacting support. Another reviewer called it a beautiful, very quiet cooler that set up easily and ran well after two weeks, despite a rough delivery experience.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Two independently controlled temperature zones
- Memory function restores settings after power loss
- Front-vented design needs no rear clearance
- Runs quietly once installed, per a reviewer
- Gasket can tear during handle installation, per reviewer
- Handle-switch directions reportedly missing a step
Performance notes
Upper and lower zones are controlled independently through the digital touch panel, with the listing specifying the top zone should run cooler than the bottom. A forced-air system circulates air for a more even climate, and a memory function restores prior settings after a power outage. Front-vented cooling means it does not need rear clearance, letting it sit flush in a corner.
Specifications
| Brand | Whynter |
|---|---|
| Model | BSR-046plus |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 23.4 × 23.8 × 34 inches |
| Door Orientation | Reversible |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 5.7 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 5.7 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Automatic |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Construction & materials | |
| Number Of Shelves | 5 |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Under-Sink |
| Other details | |
| Number of Doors | 1 |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| BEE Star Rating | 5 Star |
| Additional Features | 6 Beechwood Shelves, Digital Temperature Control, Door Lock, Double-Layer Glass Door, Freestanding or Built-In, LED Display, Large Capacity, Low Noise, Touch Control |
| Configuration | Freezerless |
| Form Factor | Wine Cellar |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in freestanding wine cellars.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whynter 46 Bottle Wine Cooler RefrigeratorThis product | 3.5 / 5 | 2 | 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 Whynter BSR-046plus
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Whynter BSR-046plus a dual zone wine cooler?
Yes, it has independent digital control for an upper and lower zone, with the listing noting the top zone should be set cooler than the bottom.
Does the Whynter wine cooler need rear clearance for airflow?
No, cooling is front-vented, so it can sit flush against a wall or in a corner for built-in or freestanding use.
Has anyone had trouble installing the door handle?
Yes, one reviewer said pulling the gasket to install the reversible handle damaged the seal, so that step is worth doing carefully.