Whynter BR-062WS 68-Can
For an inexpensive countertop or floor beverage cooler with a lock.
Amazon $209.99$209.99
The Whynter BR-062WS 68-Can and the NewAir AB-1000 100-Can are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0. The NewAir AB-1000 100-Can wins on warranty and value. The Whynter BR-062WS 68-Can costs $40 less ($209.99 vs $249.99).
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NewAir AB-1000 100-Can
For a low-cost freestanding can cooler for a dorm, den or office.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the NewAir AB-1000 100-Can for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($2.50 per can ($249.99) vs $3.09 per can ($209.99)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every beverage coolers beverage cooler; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Whynter BR-062WS 68-Can | NewAir AB-1000 100-Can |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 37 $3.09 per can ($209.99) | 49 $2.50 per can ($249.99) |
| Temperature range 15% | 50 temperature range not published (neutral score used) | 35 37 to 64 F (27 F span) |
| Noise 10% | 58 39 dB | 58 39 dB |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
| Features 25% | 70 compressor cooling, key lock, reversible door | 30 compressor cooling (some features not published) |
Specifications
| Whynter BR-062WS 68-Can | NewAir AB-1000 100-Can | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| 12 oz cans | 68 cans | 100 cans |
| Internal capacity | 1.6 cu ft | 3.4 cu ft |
| Width | 17 in | 16.9 in |
| Weight | 39.5 lb | 47 lb |
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling | Compressor | Compressor |
| Temperature range | - | 37 to 64 °F |
| Zones | - | Single zone |
| Noise | 39 dB or less | 39 dB or less |
| Build | ||
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Reversible door | Yes | - |
| Key lock | Yes | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |