Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler Review

Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler

When it comes to storing wine, it’s important to get a wine cooler you can rely on. Vinotemp have been in this industry for over two decades and have cemented themselves as a respected manufacture of wine storage products. The Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler is a freestanding touch screen wine cooler with a 15 bottle capacity.

Like all Vinotemp appliances, this model from their Butler Series has the styling down to a tee, but does it match this with substance? Read on as we find out.

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Features of the Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler

• Capacity: 15 bottles
• Temperature range: 39-65 degrees F
• Touchscreen front control panel
• Dual-paned glass door
• Wire racking plus small lower storage space

Sleek, sophisticated styling

The exterior design of this wine refrigerator is easy on the eye and neutral enough to look good in any style of kitchen. The black cabinet contrasts perfectly with the tinted glass door that has a nicely integrated recessed handle. To ensure the door remains firmly shut, it features a magnetic seal. Adjustable feet are located at the bottom of the appliance which allows you to level the unit if your storage surface isn’t perfectly flat.

Interior

The storage setup for this model isn’t typically what you’ll find in a 15 bottle wine cooler. The flexible storage allows you to store large bottles upright in the bottom storage space or store standard sized bottles flat down on the upper removable racks.

Touchscreen Controls

Operating the Vinotemp VT-15TS is easy and convenient due to the exterior touchscreen control panel. You can control the temperature level between ranges of 39°-65°F plus control the interior light. The panel also features a safety lock so you can prevent anyone changing the temperature setting when you’re not around.

Pros and Cons of the Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler

Pros

The Vinotemp VT-15TS has its styling spot on and is very user-friendly to operate. In addition, the versatile bulk storage is a great design which allows you to store larger bottles of wine in an upright position.

Cons

This wine cooler uses a compressor so expect to hear a humming noise at certain intervals whilst it’s doing its thing.

Final Thoughts

If you’re a drinker of wines which come in larger than regular bottles, but you only have enough space for a compact wine cooler then the Vinotemp VT-15TS 15 Bottle Touchscreen Wine Cooler is worthy of strong consideration. Vinotemp got things near perfect with this cooler. The only drawback is really the noise which the compressor makes, but it isn’t too irritating.

Whynter BWR-18SD 18 Bottle Built-In Wine Refrigerator Review

Whynter BWR-18SD 18 Bottle Built-In Wine Refrigerator

The Whynter BWR-18SD 18 Bottle Built-In Wine Refrigerator is a step-up in class from your regular compact wine cooler. Its premium features such as its powerful compressor and distinctive stainless steel styling allows you to cool a wide variety of wines in true style. For many, the main stand out appeal of this wine refrigerator is its front ventilation which gives you the flexibility of fitting the unit flush against your cabinet or using it freestanding.

In this review we’ll analyze the feature set of this model and reveal whether it’s as magnificent as the hype would suggest.

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Features of the Whynter BWR-18SD 18 Bottle Built-In Wine Refrigerator

• Capacity: 19 bottles
• Tempered double pane gray-smoked glass provides UV protection
• Digital LED temperature control
• Soft interior LED light
• Powerful compressor cooling system
• 6 removable flat slide out chrome shelves
• Auto defrost
• Security lock and key
• Warranty: 1-year limited

Stylish and Versatile

Whynter have done a great job on the styling with this model. It features a black cabinet and stainless steel door with a robust L-bar handle. The door has tempered glass which is double-paned and grey-smoked to provide you a superior level of UV protection so your wines won’t get affected by harmful UV rays.

As this wine refrigerator has been designed with front ventilation you can store it flush against your kitchen cabinet to maximize the use of space. Alternatively, it can be used as a free-standing appliance if you prefer.

Compressor Based

The compressor cooling system gives you a wide temperature range between 40°F - 65°F. The internal fan provides good air circulation so the temperature is even throughout every area of the unit. Compressor cooling systems are slightly louder than thermoelectric-based systems, but they provide the added advantage of keeping the temperature more stable and can generally cool to a lower temperature.

Interior

Upon opening the door you have access to the digital control panel at the top of the unit. This allows you to power the appliance, control the interior LED lighting and set the internal temperature setting using UP and DOWN buttons which increase or decrease the temperature in 1°F/°C increments when pressed. The temperature is displayed on a blue LED readout on the panel.

Six removable chrome shelves are located inside the unit which can slide out with ease. The bottom shelve has the highest capacity and can store up to 4 bottles. The upper shelves have a capacity of 3 bottles although if the optional humidifying tray is installed on the top shelf then its capacity is reduced to 2 bottles.

Humidity Control

Humidity is an important factor in wine storage to ensure that your wine doesn't dry out. A small humidity control box is included which can optionally be placed on the top shelf inside the chiller.

Security

The option to keep your wines under lock and key is a feature we really like. If you have children then this feature will be particularly very useful for keeping your bottles secure and out of reach.

Pros and Cons of the Whynter BWR-18SD 18 Bottle Built-In Wine Refrigerator

Pros

The Whynter BWR-18SD has elegant styling and boasts a small footprint for its 19 bottle maximum capacity. Build quality is second to none. The front ventilation is highly beneficial if you want the space efficiency of under-counter storage.

The compressor system allows the cooler to reach temperatures as low as 40°F so you can store wines which require lower temperatures to reach their full taste.

Cons

As this uses a compressor-based cooling system, it’s noisier than a thermoelectric wine cooler.

Final Thoughts

The cost of the Whynter BWR-18SD Wine Refrigerator would suggest its real quality and it proves to be just that. Its narrow compact size, front ventilation and high cooling efficiency really make this a great choice for those with limited space that need to store a good variety of wines, but don’t keep a large collection.

Avanti EWC1601B 16 Bottle Wine Cooler Review

Avanti EWC1601B 16 Bottle Wine Cooler

Avanti have built up a considerable presence in the home appliance industry for a span of almost 40 years and are renowned for delivering quality and value with their products. The Avanti EWC1601B 16 Bottle Wine Cooler is a compact budget wine refrigerator that boasts a unique style. Its 16 bottle capacity makes it a worthy candidate for those looking for a compact wine chiller that still has a reasonable bottle capacity.

So how does the Avanti EWC1601B measure up in comparison to the many compact wine coolers in the market? We get to the bottom of this during this review.

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Features of the Avanti EWC1601B 16 Bottle Wine Cooler

• Capacity: 16 bottles
• Thermoelectric Technology
• Adjustable Thermostat
• Pull-out Chrome Shelves
• Soft Interior Lighting
• Thermopane Glass Door (reversible)

Cool in Style

The all black styling of this wine refrigerator is a refreshing change from regular stainless steel chillers we often see. The recessed door handle provide easy opening of the door without looking obtrusive. The thermopane glass door is reversible so you have the flexibility of opening the chiller door at the side which is most convenient for you.

Runs Quietly

The last thing you want is for your wine refrigerator to be gurgling noisily all day and night. This isn’t a problem with the Avanti EWC1601B due to the use of Thermoelectric cooling. As this technology uses solid state components it has a high level of reliability in addition to not producing harmful vibrations that can affect sensitive wines.

Interior

There are four slide-out chrome wine racks inside the door which can hold 4 standard-sized wine bottles per rack. A soft interior light brightens up the interior nicely so you have a good view of your wines. The light is controllable via a switch located on the temperature control box inside the top right of the unit, so you can still have the light on even whilst the door is closed. The temperature control allows you to regulate the chillers temperature from 51 to 62°F so you can select the ideal temperature for the type(s) of wine you are storing.

Pros and Cons of the Avanti EWC1601B 16 Bottle Wine Cooler

Pros

The Avanti EWC1601B has a sleek, subtle look and is remarkably compact for a 16 bottle chiller. It’s quiet and very easy to operate using its user-friendly interior controls. The chrome shelves allow for very easy removable of bottles. Energy efficiency is another of its strong points due to its cooling system.

Cons

Some consumers have reported that their unit has broken down within 2-3 years of ownership, so durability is a concern. However, some consumers have owned theirs for over 5 years and had no problems so the reliability of this wine refrigerator seems to be hit and miss.

Final Thoughts

This is a nice compact wine cooler from Avanti who are well respected manufacture. It offers excellent value for its features and ample capacity. The Avanti EWC1601B isn’t the most reliable compact wine refrigerator in the market based on consumer usage trends, but we feel that for its price its worth going for especially for those who are on a budget.

Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator Review

Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator

Wine Cooler Reviews looks at a wine chiller now that might just appeal to those wine enthusiasts out there who like to drink their wine a lot faster than their collection grows. The Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator is a compact model designed to store up to twelve bottles and cools them almost silently.

Consumers are very pleased with the styling, quiet operation, and temperature precision of this compact wine cooler. However, a few negative aspects have been brought to light, those of which we will discuss later in this review.

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Features of the Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator

• Capacity: 12 bottles
• Stainless steel trim door
• 50-66°F temperature range
• Digital controls
• 3 slide-out chrome shelves
• Interior LED light

Contemporary Style

The style of this wine refrigerator is clean, contemporary and minimalistic so it’s ideal to have in a kitchen amongst other modern appliances. The black exterior combines well with the stainless trim door which features strong thermopane glass and a recessed handle which adds to its subtle appearance.

Exterior Controls

The exterior digital controls provide user-friendly control over the current temperature and the interior LED lighting. The temperature range is very good for a compact wine chiller, enabling you to set a range between 50-66°F.

Interior

There are three chrome shelves inside which can slide-out if required. Each shelve can hold up to four regular 740 ml wine bottles. Thicker bottles can squeeze in, but usually require you to take out one of the shelves.

Thermoelectric Technology

Thermoelectric cooling is a quieter and more eco-friendly alternative to compressors, giving you ultra quiet cooling and minimal vibration so this appliance won’t cause any noise irritation or affect your fine wines.

Pros and Cons of the Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator

Pros

Good styling, good build quality, quiet, uses space very efficient and reaches the desired temperature quickly.

Cons

Tall bottles cannot fit in due to the limited depth of the unit. Also some bottles with a wider diameter require a shelf to be removed to fit in due to the close height spacing of the shelving, which reduces the capacity to 9 bottles.

Final Thoughts

The Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Refrigerator is a great looking compact wine cooler which is both quiet and energy efficient. The only caveat is that the shelving is tight so bottles thicker than regular 750ml bottles such as Burgundy or Pinot Noir cannot fit without removing a shelf.

If you’re fine with having a reduced bottle capacity or you only need to store regular 750ml wines then we recommend this wine refrigerator.

NewAir AW121E 12 Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cooler Review

NewAir AW121E 12 Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cooler

Now we turn our attention to one of NewAir’s smallest wine coolers, the NewAir AW121E. This compact appliance is designed to accommodate up to a dozen standard wine bottles and does so in some style. If you want to add a touch of elegance to your kitchen and keep your small collection of wines cool enough for your evening meal, this model might be just what you’re looking for.

NewAir’s wine refrigerators have value, style and user friendliness high up on their list of aspects admired by consumers so they are generally considered a good choice by many.

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Features of the NewAir AW121E 12 Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cooler

• Capacity: 12 bottles
• Digital temperature control
• Thermoelectric cooling
• Interior LED lighting
• Chrome-plated shelves

Premium Styling

The NewAir AW121E offers bold, elegant styling that will blend in well with any contemporary decor in your home. The sleek black cabinet contrasts nicely with the stainless steel door trim, while inside the chrome plated shelves and blue interior light does wonder’s to add to its overall visual appeal.

The length and width of this wine chiller is a mere 19.5" x 14", so it has a footprint small enough to fit in tight spaces, although you should ensure the area which you store it has adequate ventilation first.

Front Controls

The top of the door trim features basic push button controls which allow you to change the coolers temperature from a range of 54-66° F and control the interior light. A blue LED displays readout of the temperature so you can easily monitor the current temperature setting.

Thermoelectric Technology

The thermoelectric cooling lets you say goodbye to noisy gurgling cooling systems and have some quiet as the chiller does its job. As there is next to no vibrations created with this cooling system, your wines are kept in peak condition.

Interior

Inside the door there are three removable metal racks which can hold up to three standard-sized bottles on each rack plus three bottles on the bottom, taking the total capacity to twelve bottles. The blue interior lighting looks fantastic and creates a nice ambiance especially in the evening when having a candle lit dinner.

Pros and Cons of the NewAir AW121E

Pros

The NewAir AW121E is attractive, compact, runs quietly, easy to use and efficient at keeping cool.

Cons

Non standard-sized bottles will not fit in unless you either remove a rack or put them at the bottom of the chiller.

Final Thoughts

We’re pretty impressed at what the NewAir AW121E 12 Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cooler has to offer. It’s stylish, small and runs like a dream. If you need a compact, low capacity wine chiller that can store regular sized (750ml) bottles then this is a great one to go for especially in terms of value. Keep in mind that storing thicker sized bottles will lower the stated 12 bottle capacity however.

Sunpentown WC-20TL ThermoElectric 20-Bottle Wine Cooler Review

Sunpentown WC-20TL Wine Cooler

If you want to keep your wines cool and ready for those grand occasions, but you’re limited for storage space then the Sunpentown WC-20TL ThermoElectric Wine Cooler could be the right wine chiller for your needs. This compact, free-standing model has a unique boxy design and a 20 bottle storage capacity.

Supentown are a manufacture which have a proven track record of producing reliable, energy efficient wine coolers so we usually endorse their products. It’s pretty rare to find a wine refrigerator with such positive consumer feedback as this one, particularly at the low-end of the market.

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Features of the Sunpentown WC-20TL ThermoElectric Wine Cooler

• Capacity: 20 bottles
• Temperature range: 54°F - 66°F
• Slide-out interior shelves
• Adjustable thermostat with LED temperature display
• Reflective glass door featuring touch sensitive controls
• Soft interior light

Compact, Sleek Design

The Sunpentown WC-20TL features a contemporary, sleek, low-key design with its black cabinet and smart looking, reflective glass door. At the top of the door, a touch sensitive thermostat is present with an LED display which shows the chillers temperature level, giving you convenient access to change the temperature setting without needing to open the door.

Quietly Operates and uses Low Energy

This appliance uses thermoelectric cooling so it operates very quietly, emitting a noise level of just 30 dBA. The temperature range is pretty limited with a range of 54 to 66°F, so it doesn’t get cool enough to store certain bottles well that require low temperatures such as white wine or Champaign.

As a wine cooler is on 24/7 its level of power consumption is important. This unit draws only 1.0 kWH of power per day which makes it very energy efficient.

Interior

Inside the cooler are five slide-out shelves which can store 20 Bordeaux style wine bottles. We’re a bit disappointed that the shelves can’t fit Burgundy style bottles, but you can fit a couple in on each shelf by storing them at an angle. The interior light is controllable by a button on the door opposed to the usual way of the door opening.

Pros and Cons of the Sunpentown WC-20TL

Pros

Compact, stylish, very quiet, consumes low energy and maintains temperature consistently.

Cons

It can only fit Bordeaux style wine bottles or similarly sized bottles if you want to make full use of its 20 bottle capacity.

The machine doesn’t remember the settings in the event of a power outage, so the temperature resets to its default setting of 52 °F. Keep this in mind if you live in an area with regular power failures.

Final Thoughts

For a compact wine chiller, the Sunpentown WC-20TL is an admired choice. It’s quiet, nice looking, compact and renowned for its reliability. Its main drawback is its limitation on which sized bottles it can store, so if you intend to mainly store wines larger than regular Bordeaux bottles then we’d advise you to look elsewhere.