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Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1

Approximate retail price:

$169.00

Summary: This model has been tested by our experts.

3 people have reviewed this model.

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Type: Tall Compact Refrigerators

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Bijou

from

Denton, TXX

5.0

Still going strong!

11/12/2011

Pros

Holds Temperature Well

Quiet

Cons

Flimsy Shelves

Best Uses

Office Fridge

Wet Bar

Comment:

Unit was bought in 2001. First housed in a barn, then garage. Has never missed a beat. Don't use freezer portion. Great for cold drinks and holiday overflow.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Pat

from

Honolulu

2.0

Dead after 1 year.

7/14/2011

Pros

Easy Access

Space For Tall Items

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Office Fridge

Comment:

It was housed in a wet bar when we bought our house. Although the cabinetry was close fitting only at the facing, it is labelled free-standing only and this may account for the short life.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

blue moon

from

Georgia

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

This fridge is a clunker!

8/2/2009

Pros

Door storage

Freezer

Size

Cons

Makes a clunking noise

Not suitable in bedrooms

Best Uses

Comment:

Took it back to the store

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

The Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1 is part of the Refrigerators test program at Consumer Reports. The Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1 Refrigerators features and specs include Dimensions H x W x D (in.), Weight (lbs.), Claimed capacity (cu. ft.). In our lab tests, Refrigerators models like the Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1 are reviewed on Freezer performance, Refrigerator performance, Noise, Overall score, Energy efficiency. Consumer Reports subscribers share reviews of the Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1 based on personal experience. The Consumer Reports user reviews of the Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1 include star ratings, pros, cons, best uses, and a bottom line review to help guide your purchasing decision of the Magic Chef MCBR445[W]1.

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