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A wonderful appliance for offices and dorm rooms, the Magic Chef 2.4 Cubic-ft All Refrigerator's compact size allows it to fit perfectly into small spaces and out-of-the-way nooks and crannies. This refrigerator is frost-free and features adjustable thermostat control, meaning that you have complete control over the temperature and freshness of your food. Adjustable wire shelves and a reversible door let you customize your fridge to fit items of different sizes. This easy-to-use, convenient small refrigerator will quickly become a staple in your home or office! Magic Chef
The Magic Chef MCAR240B2 — compact.
Specifications
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How this compact stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec | ![]() Magic Chef 2.4 Cubic Feet Freestanding Mini Fridge Magic Chef · MCAR240B2 | ![]() Midea · WHS-87LSS1 | ![]() Icebox · IBCR17BLS | ![]() Danby · DCR122BSLDD |
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| Price | $229 | $199.99 | $152.99 | $249 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | — | 2.4 | 1.7 | 4.3 |
| Width | 19.75 | 17.52 | 17.5 | 20.5 |
| Height | 24.9 | 24.8 | 19.7 | 33 |
| Depth | 25.2 | 20.08 | 18.5 | 21.06 |
| 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
Magic Chef has been a fixture in American kitchens since 1929 and now operates under MCA Corporation from its headquarters in Wood Dale, Illinois. The brand has carved out a clear niche in the budget segment, focusing primarily on compact refrigeration solutions for dorm rooms, offices, apartments, and secondary living spaces where full-size appliances simply won't fit. The Fridge.com catalog currently tracks 39 active products from Magic Chef, with compact refrigerators representing the largest category at 11 units, followed by ice makers with eight models. The lineup also includes beverage coolers, mini fridges, beverage centers, and upright freezers, demonstrating the brand's commitment to space-conscious cooling solutions across multiple categories. Products like the MCB17CHM beverage cooler appear among the most-tracked items in the catalog. With an average rating of 3.9 out of 5, Magic Chef delivers reasonable performance expectations for shoppers prioritizing affordability and compact dimensions over premium features. For consumers furnishing a first apartment, outfitting a home bar, or adding supplemental cold storage, Magic Chef remains a practical entry point into the refrigeration market.
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