NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle
#6 in Wine coolersFull review
For a low-cost dual zone wine fridge that stands on its own and does not need a lock.
Amazon $349$349
The NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle is the better beverage cooler overall, rated 3.1 to 2.5. The NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle leads on warranty and temperature range. The Whynter WC-201TD 20-Bottle costs $120 less ($229 vs $349).
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Whynter WC-201TD 20-Bottle
#13 in Wine coolersFull review
For a quiet, low-cost cooler for red wine in a cool room, where a compressor is overkill.
Amazon $229$229
Which should you buy?
- Choose the NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and temperature range (41 to 64 F (23 F span) vs 46 to 66 F (20 F span)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wine coolers beverage cooler; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle | Whynter WC-201TD 20-Bottle |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 61 $12.46 per bottle ($349) | 66 $11.45 per bottle ($229) |
| Temperature range 15% | 15 41 to 64 F (23 F span) | 0 46 to 66 F (20 F span) |
| Noise 10% | 25 43 dB | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Features 25% | 45 compressor cooling, dual zone (some features not published) | 0 thermoelectric, no lock, fixed door, freestanding only |
Specifications
| NewAir NWC028SS01 28-Bottle | Whynter WC-201TD 20-Bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Wine bottles | 28 bottles | 20 bottles |
| Width | 18.9 in | 16 in |
| Weight | 62.2 lb | 36 lb |
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling | Compressor | Thermoelectric |
| Temperature range | 41 to 64 °F | 46 to 66 °F |
| Zones | Dual zone | Single zone |
| Noise | 43 dB or less | - |
| Build | ||
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Reversible door | - | No |
| Key lock | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |