Kitchen Aid 5.7 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Undercounter Refrigerator - KURS24RSBS

I received this as a gift something I've always wanted in my home theater room. Unlike most small refrigerators, this is no "toy"...don't expect something similar to what you might find in a dorm room. No, this is a top quality, high-end appliance that fits in with any decor a high-end full sized unit shrunk down to fit under your bar or in a corner of your favorite room. If you've always wanted a fridge for your theater room, your boat, RV or your outdoor kitchen, look no further.

Construction is right up there with the best of the full-size refrigerator brands. My kitchen has a built-in Sub Zero, and I'd have to say that the KitchenAid, though only one-tenth the size, is every bit as high quality. The outer stainless steel finish is superb, and the sides, top and back are finished nicely as well. Whether recessed into a cabinet or left free-standing, you won't be disappointed with the quality and appearance. It's also available with a see-through glass door if you like that style. No matter which you choose, it's built like a tank and will be providing you with cold beverages for many, many years.

Inside, there's a unique S-shaped wire shelf that gives you simultaneous storage for tall and short objects. There's a handy glass shelf at the bottom, as well as two door racks. I mostly store beverages in mine, and this 5.7 cubic foot unit manages to hold about two dozen compact pint-sized water bottles, two 12-packs of beer or soda, six tall sparkling water or wine bottles and two dozen small drinks. As you might guess, the unit is fairly large for a compact refrigerator, so be sure it fits whatever space you have in mind for it.

Cooling performance is also very good. You set the temperature you want using the dial on the bottom of the unit, and it very rapidly chills down to the temperature you set. Of particular importance to me was the sound level: being in my home theater, I didn't want a loud and distracting unit, and here the KitchenAid doesn't disappoint. First, it is very well insulated so that it cycles on fairly infrequently, and even when it is running, there's not much more than a modest hum. Built into cabinetry (don't forget some sort of ventilation!), it is barely audible. A small tip is to install it on Sorbothane pads this prevents transmission of the noise and vibration to the floor or cabinet.

Overall, I just can't say enough good about this unit...absolutely recommended if you need this sort of thing.

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