The 6 Very Best Wine Coolers and Fridges

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Capacity:32-bottle |Single- versus dual-zone:Dual-zone |Dimensions:33.4” x 19.6” x 16.9”

Wine Enthusiast fridges are known to be incredible, reliable appliances that last a long time and hold temperature well. This specific model offers dual temperature zones so that you can properly store your whites along with your reds at optimum temperature. Dual-zone fridges are also great for people who enjoy entertaining because both white and red wines can be served at their own best temperatures, straight from the fridge. “My old one saw many moves before finally dying after six years. Worth every penny,” says Chris Leon, the owner ofLeon & Sonin Brooklyn.

Capacity:12-bottle |Single- versus dual-zone:Single-zone |Dimensions:34.4” x 23. 9” x 26.4”

While most of the fridges on this list are more of an investment, this Ivation fridge clocks in at under $250, which is a steal for a quality appliance. While it obviously won’t hold as many bottles as the Wine Enthusiast fridge above, it still features dual-temperature storage and is more compact, making it better for those with smaller collections or spaces. It’s also not a hassle to have delivered or to set up. “It was able to reach 50 degrees Fahrenheit within 20 minutes of plugging it in, which meant I was on to my third bottle of chilled white wine an hour after it arrived on my doorstep,” says Katie O’Byrne, the director of recruiting at Kitchen Culture and former sommelier atOtiumin Downtown Los Angeles.

Capacity:46-bottle |Single- versus dual-zone:Dual-zone |Dimensions:34.3” x 23.9” x 26.4”

Kitchenaid products are often praised as the best in their class for both their quality construction and good looks (we’ve called the brand’s stand mixer the “Kleenex of stand mixers”), which is why you might recognize its wine fridges in photos of home-décor influencers’ butler’s pantries on Instagram. This model — used at home by chefShea Gallantefor more than seven years — allows you to customize the door panel to match your cabinets, but if you’d rather skip that step, you can choose between black or stainless-steel doors. Plus it features dual-zone temperature control, UV-protective glass, and a lockout control to avoid accidental or unsupervised access to your bottles.

Capacity:74-bottle |Single- versus dual-zone:Single-zone |Dimensions:38” x 27” x 27.25”

If you’re a serious collector looking for a top-of-the-line fridge, look no further than EuroCave, which is typically found in Michelin-starred restaurants and in the homes of the savviest home somms. One of the nice perks of this expensive 74-bottle wine fridge is that the door is opaque, which will protect your bottles from UV damage when you’re storing them for years rather than months. Another attractive feature is that the interior is entirely customizable, allowing you to choose the number of shelves as well as the orientation of the door, which is especially great for those with cramped kitchens. Plus it’s lockable, so it’s great if you want to keep your wine away from teenagers or rowdy guests during a party. “The EuroCave is the Cadillac of fridges,” says Leon, who adds that it’s beautiful, quiet (really key if you live in an apartment), and holds temperature. Joe Campanale, the owner and beverage director atFaustoin Brooklyn, agrees. “I know they are super-pricey, but I love anything EuroCave, and I’ve always had great experiences with them at home,” he says, adding that in his experience, these fridges are nearly indestructible and worth the investment since less-expensive models haven’t held up as well.

Capacity:38 bottle |Single- versus dual-zone:Dual zone |Dimensions:19.38” x 23” x 32.88”

If you’re operating with limited space but still want to be able to collect wine, this 20-inch fridge from EdgeStar is ideal. Nialls Fallon, co-owner and drinks director atthe Fly,Cervo’s, andHart’sin Brooklyn, says it’s the only one they keep under the bars at their restaurants. “It takes busy service abuse and keeps going.” In fact, he says the one they installed at Cervo’s over five years ago still holds its temperature perfectly.

Capacity:Up to 27 bottles or 88 cans |Single- versus dual-zone:Dual zone |Dimensions:34.5” x 24” x 16”

The Rocco Super Smart Fridge is a new addition to the wine-fridge space that just launched a few months ago. It boasts reversible racks and modular shelves so you can easily store different types of wine bottles alongside a variety of other beverages like cans of seltzer or six-packs of beer. Like many of the fridges above, it also has two programmable temperature zones, so you can set it for your reds or your whites, but what sets it apart is it has the same compressor found in a regular kitchen fridge, so it can reach much colder temperatures if you’re storing drinks other than wine. Ourhome-design expert Lauren Rogot one to test out and was extremely impressed by its contemporary design. “Instead of looking like something you’d find in an industrial kitchen or a minimalist home, it’s thoughtfully imagined for everyday life with rounded edges and friendly silhouette, which make it feel really approachable,” she says. “Getting a drink out of the Rocco also feels more ceremonious than trying to dig it out of the kitchen fridge.” It’s available in both white and graphite, though Ro chose the more cheery sunshine yellow color. Another perk? “The fridge is super-quiet. I barely notice the sound.”