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Magic Chef 1.6 Cubic Feet Retro Style Mini Fridge With Interior LED Light MCPMCR16CHB
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Chill your food and drinks in style with the Magic Chef 1.6 Cubic Feet Retro Style Mini Fridge. This compact appliance, designed with an all-refrigerator, freezer-free format, maximizes storage space for your essentials, eliminating the inconvenience of defrosting. Its removable glass shelf offers the versatility to tailor the interior layout to accommodate a variety of items, from tall beverage bottles to snack containers. Additionally, the in-door storage racks are ideal for organizing grab-and-go beverages, snacks, and condiments, ensuring that every item has its designated place and is easily accessible. The interior LED light illuminates the contents for effortless visibility, even in dimly lit environments. This is particularly advantageous for late-night snack searches or when you need to swiftly locate an item without unnecessary rummaging. The adjustable temperature control allows you to set the fridge to your preferred cooling level, ensuring that your food and beverages are maintained at the optimal temperature for maximum freshness. Whether you are a student in need of extra storage in your dormitory, a professional desiring convenience in your office, or simply looking to add a retro touch to your home, the Magic Chef 1.6 Cubic Feet Retro Style Mini Fridge is an ideal choice. Magic Chef Color/Finish: Black
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| Spec |  Magic Chef 1.6 Cubic Feet Retro Style Mini Fridge With Interior LED Light Magic Chef · MCPMCR16CHB | Alternative Midea · WHS-87LSS1 | Alternative Electactic | Alternative Frigidaire · EFR197-BLACK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $230.99 | $199.99 | $167.59 | $199.99 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | — | 2.4 | 3.2 | 4.5 |
| Width | 17.5 | 17.52 | 17.52 | 21.26 |
| Height | 19.25 | 24.8 | 30.71 | 32.91 |
| Depth | 18.6 | 20.08 | 19.29 | 20.59 |
| Annual Energy Use (kWh) | 208 | 213 | — | — |
| Top features | — |
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| Where to buy | — | Get Deal | Get Deal | Get Deal |
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Brand Background
About Magic Chef
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.
- Founded
- 1929
- Parent company
- MCA Corporation
- Brand rating (aggregate)
- 3.7/5 · 117 reviews
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