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The Danby compact refrigerator is an ideal choice for dorm rooms and small offices. It features a separate, top-mount freezer with cycle defrost and storage on the freezer door. This unit includes the CanStor beverage dispenser, tall bottle storage, a crisper drawer, and ample shelf space. With reversible door hinges and integrated door handles, it fits seamlessly in various spaces. The refrigerator offers 3.1 cubic feet (87 liters) of cooling and freezing capacity. It is Energy-Star compliant, helping to minimize electricity costs. The mechanical thermostat ensures precise temperature control, and the manual defrosting system adds convenience. The fridge's spotless steel finish is easy to maintain, and the interior is equipped with a bright light and a see-through vegetable crisper with a glass cover. Measuring 18.88 inches in width, 33.44 inches in height, and 19.69 inches in depth, this compact appliance is versatile and practical.
The Danby DCR031B1WDD — compact.
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How this compact stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec | ![]() Danby 19 Inch Designer 19" Undercounter Counter Depth Compact Top Freezer Refrigerator Dcr031b1wdd Danby · DCR031B1WDD | ![]() Arctic Chef | ![]() EdgeStar · CRF321SS | ![]() Frigidaire |
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| Price | $339 | $420 | $329 | $249 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | — | 5 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Width | 18.88 | 21 | 18.75 | 19.49 |
| Height | 33.44 | 55 | 33.5 | 32.48 |
| Depth | 19.69 | 21 | 19.75 | 17.72 |
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| Where to buy | View Deal | View Deal | View Deal | View Deal |
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Brand Background
Danby is a family-owned Canadian appliance manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, that has been producing refrigeration products since 1947. The company has carved out a distinct niche in the North American market by focusing primarily on compact and specialty refrigeration rather than competing directly with full-size kitchen appliance giants. Fridge.com currently tracks 75 Danby products, with the catalog heavily weighted toward space-saving solutions: 18 compact refrigerators, 14 chest freezers, 13 upright freezers, and 9 beverage centers represent the core of their offerings. The brand also maintains smaller selections of French door refrigerators, kegerators, and wine storage units. Among the most frequently monitored models in the Fridge.com database are the DBC117A1 beverage cooler and the DCF050A6WM chest freezer, reflecting consumer interest in Danby's specialty categories. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars across captured reviews, Danby positions itself as a value-tier option for shoppers seeking secondary refrigeration, dorm room solutions, garage freezers, or dedicated beverage storage without the premium pricing of larger appliance brands.
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