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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.
The Frigidaire EFR494-BLACK — compact.
Specifications
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How this compact stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec |  Frigidaire, 4.5 Cu. Ft. Retro Compact Refrigerator, Built In Water Dispenser, Black Frigidaire · EFR494-BLACK |  Midea · WHS-87LSS1 |  Icebox · IBCR17BLS |  Magic Chef · MCBR265WE |
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| Price | $188.99 | $199.99 | $152.99 | $219 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | — | 2.4 | 1.7 | 2.6 |
| Width | 20.8 | 17.52 | 17.5 | 17.5 |
| Height | 31.81 | 24.8 | 19.7 | 25 |
| Depth | 21.46 | 20.08 | 18.5 | 19.3 |
| Annual Energy Use (kWh) | — | 213 | 208 | — |
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| Where to buy | View Deal | View Deal | View Deal | View Deal |
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Brand Background
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.
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