VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator
#2 in Full-sizeFull review
A low-cost homebrew kegerator with two ball lock taps and the widest temperature range here. Best for corny-keg homebrewers on a budget.
Amazon $655.99$655.99
The VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator is the better kegerator overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator leads on value. The VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator costs $371.31 less ($655.99 vs $1,027.30).
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Kegco HBK309S-2 Homebrew Kegerator
#7 in Full-sizeFull review
A dual tap kegerator set up for homebrew corny kegs, with a wide 32 to 75 F range for fermenting too. Best for homebrewers rather than buyers of commercial kegs.
Amazon $1,027.30$1,027.30
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator for value ($42.32 per gallon of keg capacity ($655.99, 15.5 gal) vs $68.49 per gallon of keg capacity ($1,027.30, 15 gal)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every full-size kegerator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator | Kegco HBK309S-2 Homebrew Kegerator |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 90 $42.32 per gallon of keg capacity ($655.99, 15.5 gal) | 66 $68.49 per gallon of keg capacity ($1,027.30, 15 gal) |
| Keg capacity 15% | 100 15.5 gal of beer at once (1/2 barrel or 1/4 slim or 2 x 1/6 barrel or 3 x corny) | 96 15 gal of beer at once (3 x corny) |
| Taps 10% | 50 2 taps | 50 2 taps |
| Coldest setting 10% | 100 sets as cold as 23 F | 100 sets as cold as 32 F |
| Dispense kit 15% | 70 CO2 cylinder included, dual-gauge regulator | 50 dispense kit not detailed (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 40 digital thermostat, fan-forced cooling | 40 digital thermostat, fan-forced cooling |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VEVOR BM-162 Dual Tap Kegerator | Kegco HBK309S-2 Homebrew Kegerator | |
|---|---|---|
| Kegs and taps | ||
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Taps | 2 | 2 |
| Kegs that fit | 1/2 barrel or 1/4 slim or 2 x 1/6 barrel or 3 x corny | 3 x corny |
| Keg capacity | 15.5 gal | 15 gal |
| Price per gallon | $42.32 | $68.49 |
| Coupler | Ball lock | Ball lock |
| Cooling | ||
| Temperature range | 23 to 82.4 F | 32 to 75 F |
| Cooling | Compressor | Compressor |
| Thermostat | Digital | Digital |
| Fan-forced cooling | Yes | Yes |
| Dispense kit | ||
| CO2 | 5 lb cylinder | - |
| Regulator | Dual gauge | - |
| Installation | ||
| Width | - | 23.6 in |
| Height | - | 33.2 in |
| Depth | - | 23.6 in |
| Weight | - | 97 lb |