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Frigidaire - Retro Compact Mini Fridge, Chrome Handles, 4.5 cu ft, Built-In Water Dispenser - Black | Fridge.com

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Frigidaire - Retro Compact Mini Fridge, Chrome Handles, 4.5 cu ft, Built-In Water Dispenser - Black EFR494-BLACK

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This Frigidaire compact refrigerator measures 20.8 inches wide, 31.81 inches tall, and 21.46 inches deep, making it suitable for small spaces like dorm rooms, offices, or kitchens. The unit features compressor cooling to maintain consistent temperatures for food and beverages. A built-in freezer compartment provides space for frozen items. The refrigerator includes a reversible door for flexible installation, slide-out shelving for easy cleaning, and a door bracket for beverage storage. Temperature control allows you to adjust cooling settings as needed. The compact design fits in tight spaces while providing both refrigeration and freezer functionality.

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The Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK — compact.

  • Measures 20.8″ W × 31.8″ H × 21.5″ D, so confirm your alcove and door swing before ordering.
  • Currently listed at $228.98 based on the live offers above.

Specifications

Technical Specs

Dimensions (W×H×D)20.8" × 31.8" × 21.5"
Total Capacity4.5 cubic feet
InstallationBuilt-In
ColorBlack

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Frigidaire - Retro Compact Mini Fridge, Chrome Handles, 4.5 cu ft, Built-In Water Dispenser - Black
Frigidaire · EFR494-BLACK
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Midea · WHS-87LSS1
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Demuller · ANHUI-43-612
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Electactic
Price$228.98$199.99$149.98$183.35
Capacity (cu ft)—2.42.43.2
Width20.817.521517.52
Height31.8124.830.830.71
Depth21.4620.0814.619.29
Top features—
  • Mechanical Temperature Adjustment Ranges From -2' to 2' Celsius (32' to 35.6'Fahrenheit)
  • Large Storage Areas Excellent at Chilling Beverages and Healthy Snacks/Produce, However Cannot be Used for Storing Frozen Foods or Making Icecubes.
  • Features Adjustable Legs and a Reversible Door that can Open from Left or Right
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Brand Background

About Frigidaire

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Frigidaire holds a distinctive place in American kitchen history, having pioneered the self-contained refrigerator in 1918 and becoming so synonymous with the appliance category that the brand name was once used generically for any refrigerator. Now operating under Electrolux ownership from its Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters, Frigidaire continues to serve as a reliable value-tier option for households seeking dependable refrigeration without premium pricing. The Fridge.com catalog currently tracks 258 active Frigidaire products spanning an impressively diverse range of categories. The lineup includes 43 top-freezer models, 32 french-door refrigerators, and 62 ice makers, alongside 21 chest freezers and 14 upright freezers for dedicated frozen storage needs. Compact and specialty cooling options are well represented too, with 26 compact units and 20 beverage centers available. Popular models like the FFTR1835VS freezer and the FRSS2323AS refrigerator see consistent tracking activity on the platform. This breadth of selection across multiple refrigeration categories reflects Frigidaire's century-long commitment to making quality cold storage accessible at every price point, from basic dorm-room compacts to full-featured family refrigerators.

Founded
1918
Parent company
Electrolux
Brand rating (aggregate)
4.0/5 · 262,195 reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK fit my space — what are its dimensions?
The Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK measures 20.8 inches wide × 31.8 inches tall × 21.5 inches deep. Plan an opening at least 21.8 inches wide and 32.8 inches tall. Allow 1–2 inches behind for ventilation and check the door-swing side against your layout. Double-check your doorway and cutout with the refrigerator size calculator.
Will the Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK fit under a desk or counter?
At 31.8 inches tall, the Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK fits under standard 32–34 inch counters and most desks. Leave a couple of inches above and behind it for ventilation so the compressor can breathe.
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