12 Small-Space-Friendly Wine Refrigerators Under $1000

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published Jun 23, 2023
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Whether you’re a casual wine drinker or a self-proclaimed sommelier, properly storing your wine is a must, and the best way to do that is with a wine refrigerator. Now, you may be wondering, “Is a wine refrigerator really necessary?” and the answer for a lot of folks is yes. But why? Well, it’s all about temperature control.

Ensuring your wine is stored (and served) at the right temperature not only leads to a more enjoyable sip, but makes certain that you don’t damage those often pricey bottles. While “the 20-minute rule” (put your red in the refrigerator 20 minutes before serving and take your whites out 20 minutes before serving) works for immediate imbibing, that doesn’t translate to long-term wine storage. You see, your normal kitchen refrigerator gets much too cold to properly store wine and room temperature storage is typically much too warm. Designed to keep a consistent temperature of 45 to 65 degrees, a wine refrigerator is the ultimate way to ensure all your bottles are perfectly stored and chilled.

Now, if you’ve looked into a wine refrigerator before, you know they can get pricey. That’s why we went on the hunt for the best affordable options out there. Below, check out 12 of the best wine refrigerators under $1000 that’ll keep all your favorite blends safe, secure, and ready for enjoyment.

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Amazon
$124.98

When you think of wine fridges, you probably don't picture something as compact as this Koolatron pick. Designed to hold just six bottles, it offers quiet and compact cooling, all at an affordable price, to boot.

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Williams Sonoma
$149.95

Another six-bottle chiller, this Wine Enthusiast find features state-of-the-art solid-state cooling technology for a machine that efficiently keeps your favorite blends cool. Best of all, its stainless-steel accents give a sleek look that makes it feel much pricier than its $150 price tag suggests.

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Walmart
$199.95

For a bit more room, opt for the Cuisinart Reserve Wine Cellar. Its eight-bottle capacity makes it great for those who like to keep more than a handful of wines at the ready. It's also tricked out with some pretty cool features, including an LED display that always lets you know the current temperature, an efficient thermoelectric cooling system, and soft interior lighting that allows you to take stock of your collection without affecting it.

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Amazon
$269.99

Tall, slim, and built to hold up to 12 bottles, the Ivation Compressor Wine Cooler Refrigerator is a must for the wine lover looking for a small-space-friendly pick that can house a varied collection. Its compressor technology ensures the temperature is not affected by outside heat sources while the double-paned glass door not only keeps the interior insulated but also protects your collection from harmful UV light that can damage the overall flavor of your wine.

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Amazon
$270.00

When it comes to storage capacity, the NutriChef Wine Fridge is what we call the Goldilocks of wine refrigerators. Housing an impressive 18 bottles of wine, neither small nor cumbersomely large, making it great for those who like to keep an extensive collection but are still precious about their square footage.

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Walmart
$290.00

Like the aforementioned Ivation pick, this Artic King wine cooler uses compressor chilling technology for faster cooling speed, high cooling efficiency, and stable temperature control. Top that off with a 34-bottle capacity and slide-out shelves that make selection easy, and it's a must for the serious wine enthusiast.

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Home Depot
$303.83

Sleek and sophisticated, the Danby Single Zone Freestanding Wine Cooler is a pick that performs as well as it looks. Featuring an attractive shatter-resistant tempered glass door trimmed in platinum, it also comes with a convenient automatic-defrosting system and five removable black storage shelves that make cleaning (and picking out your next bottle) a breeze.

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Wayfair
$399.98
was $524.99

This next pick really takes it up a notch. The Newair Free Standing Wine Cooler is a star thanks to its dual temperature zone that allows you to preserve all your favorite varietals at once, keeping your reds and white at their perfect individual temperatures. Simply set each section's temperatures with the easy-touch digital display and sit back as the machine distributes the right temperatures.

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Home Depot
$449.00

At a 50-bottle capacity, this Magic Chef find offers the most storage of any pick on this list. Sleek and simple, it's meant to hold a self-proclaimed home sommelier's collection and then some. Its sleek, stainless-steel design and stylish handlebar also make it a pick that's incredibly easy on the eyes.

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Williams Sonoma
$519.00

Sleek thanks to its all-black body, touchscreen control panel, and LED display, the Vinotemp Touch Screen Wine Cooler is another great Goldilocks pick. Holding up to 28 bottles, it also comes with a safety lock, six wire shelves, and a recessed handle to keep its look very minimalist.

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Wayfair
$699.00

Another top-notch option, the Haier Dual Zone Wine & Beverage Refrigerator also features a dual-zone design, perfect for those who enjoy having both a red and white chilled and ready to be enjoyed. It also features a 44-bottle capacity, sliding drawers for easy selection, and a convenient door alarm that alerts you when the door has been left open so you can be sure your wine is always safe and secure.

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Williams Sonoma
$719.95

We know this Caso Sommelier's Choice Wine Fridge is on the pricier side for a 12-capacity fridge, but hear us out. Easily one of the most stylish picks on this list, this wine refrigerator comes equipped with advanced air circulation that keeps your collection consistently stored at the most desirable temperature. We also can't get enough of the mix of materials thanks to the metal body and wooden interior shelves. So chic!