For a compact compressor wine cooler that fits on a counter or low shelf.
Amazon $349The Wine Enthusiast 20-Bottle Compressor and the Wine Enthusiast 18-Bottle Compressor are evenly matched, rated 2.6 and 2.5.
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For a small, quiet compressor wine cooler for a corner of the kitchen.
Amazon $349Scores 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 | Wine Enthusiast 20-Bottle Compressor | Wine Enthusiast 18-Bottle Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.6/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 44 $17.45 per bottle ($349) | 38 $19.39 per bottle ($349) |
| Temperature range 15% | 15 41 to 64 F (23 F span) | 15 41 to 64 F (23 F span) |
| Noise 10% | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) | 50 40 dB |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Features 25% | 30 compressor cooling | 30 compressor cooling |
Specifications
| Wine Enthusiast 20-Bottle Compressor | Wine Enthusiast 18-Bottle Compressor | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Wine bottles | 20 bottles | 18 bottles |
| Internal capacity | 1.8 cu ft | 1.8 cu ft |
| Width | 17 in | 13.8 in |
| Weight | 47 lb | 53 lb |
| Cooling | ||
| Cooling | Compressor | Compressor |
| Temperature range | 41 to 64 °F | 41 to 64 °F |
| Zones | Single zone | Single zone |
| Noise | - | 40 dB or less |
| Build | ||
| Installation | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Reversible door | No | No |
| Key lock | No | No |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
