EUHOMY 24" Dual Zone Wine and Beverage Refrigerator Review: a practical under-counter drinks workhorse

I’ve been using this EUHOMY 24-inch dual zone wine and beverage fridge as my main drink station in the kitchen bar area. I wanted something that could go under the counter, handle both wine and cans, and not sound like a jet engine. On paper, this one checks all the boxes: dual zones, under-counter compatible, glass doors, and a claimed capacity of 21 bottles and 80+ cans. In reality, it’s mostly accurate, with a few quirks you need to know before buying.

What pushed me to try this model is the mix of features and price. Dual zones at this size usually cost more, and this one is still in a mid-range budget. I also liked that it’s front-vented, which means I could slide it into a built-in space without stressing over airflow in the back like with my previous unit. I’ve used cheaper single-zone beverage fridges before, and I wanted something a bit more serious without going into luxury territory.

After living with it, I’d say it’s pretty solid overall, but not perfect. The cooling is effective once you understand how to set it, noise is reasonable, and it looks good in a modern kitchen. On the other side, quality control seems hit-or-miss based on what I got and what I’ve seen in other owners’ feedback. Some people get dents, some get a dead compressor out of the box, and a few have to fiddle with the controls to get the right temperature.

If you’re expecting commercial-grade durability, this isn’t it. But if you want a decent home bar fridge that handles both wine and beer, and you’re ready to deal with possible shipping damage or a bit of setup troubleshooting, it does the job. I’ll break down what actually works well and what’s a bit annoying so you can decide if it’s worth it for your setup.

In terms of value, this EUHOMY fridge sits in a sweet spot between cheap single-zone units and pricey premium brands. For the price, you’re getting dual zones, front venting for under-counter install, digital controls, auto-defrost, a decent capacity, and a design that looks pretty good in a home bar or kitchen. If you compare that to some big-name dual-zone models, you’d usually pay quite a bit more for similar specs.

Where the value really shows is if you actually use both zones properly. If you drink both wine and beer/soda and want them at different temperatures, this makes more sense than buying two separate fridges. The ability to hold around 21 wine bottles and roughly 80 cans (realistically a bit less if you mix sizes) is enough for most households that host occasionally or like to keep a solid stock of drinks ready. The door lock and power-outage memory are nice extras you don’t always get at this price.

On the downside, the risk factor eats into the value. Between possible dents on arrival, occasional dead-on-arrival units, and small quirks like the temperature control bug on the beverage side, you need to be ready to inspect it carefully on delivery and maybe deal with a return or warranty claim. If you’re in a place where return shipping is expensive or a hassle, that’s something to think about. Also, if you’re extremely picky about perfectly flawless finishes, you might be annoyed by minor cosmetic flaws.

For me, considering the features and how it’s performed so far, I’d say the fridge offers good value for money if you’re realistic. It’s not luxury, but it cools well, looks decent, and gives you true dual-zone flexibility. If the price is significantly lower than well-known premium brands when you’re shopping, it’s worth considering. If the price creeps close to higher-end competitors, then I’d probably pay a bit more for something with tighter quality control.

From a design point of view, this fridge looks clean and modern. Stainless steel trim, double glass doors, and that blue LED light give it a simple bar vibe that fits well in most kitchens or game rooms. It doesn’t scream luxury, but it doesn’t look cheap either. The glass doors show off the bottles and cans nicely, which is kind of the whole point if you’re putting this in a visible spot. The handles feel decent in the hand and don’t flex when you pull.

The layout is symmetrical from the outside, but inside the two zones are clearly different. The wooden shelves on the wine side slide out fairly smoothly and give it a slightly nicer feel than all-wire shelves. They’re not super thick, but they hold the weight of full bottles without bending. On the beverage side, the wire shelves are strong enough for cans and bottles, and they can be adjusted or removed if you want to stand taller bottles upright. It’s not a super customizable interior, but it’s flexible enough for normal use.

One thing to mention is build quality and shipping damage. A few units, including mine, showed up with minor dents or scuffs on the sides. If you’re building it under a counter, you might not care because you won’t see the sides. If it’s going freestanding and you’re picky, this can be annoying. I kept mine because the damage was cosmetic and hidden once installed, but this clearly isn’t packed like a premium appliance. Doors aligned fine on my unit, but I’ve seen reports of warped or noisy fans on one side, so quality control is not perfect.

Functionally, the front venting design is a big plus. My previous fridge vented out the back and overheated in a tight cabinet. This one breathes out the front, so as long as the front isn’t blocked, you’re good. The blue LED lighting is more for looks than task lighting, but it’s nice in a dim room. Overall, the design is practical and decent-looking, but don’t expect flawless finish or super high-end feel. It’s more "nice enough" than premium.

Materials are a mix of metal, glass, and basic plastics, which is pretty standard at this price. The stainless trim on the doors looks clean and doesn’t feel flimsy, though it will show fingerprints like any stainless. The glass doors are double-paned with low-e coating, which helps keep the temperature stable and reduces condensation. In a normal indoor environment, I didn’t get crazy fogging on the glass, just the usual bit when it’s very humid.

Inside, the wooden shelves on the wine side are probably the nicest touch. They’re not luxury hardwood, but they look better than wire racks and they slide out okay. If you overload them with heavy bottles, there’s a tiny bit of flex, but nothing alarming. The wire shelves on the beverage side are sturdy enough for cans and bottles and don’t bow in the middle when fully loaded. You can also remove them easily if you want to stand tall bottles upright, which I did for some mixers and tall beers.

The interior walls and trim are basic plastic and metal. It doesn’t feel cheap to the point of breaking, but you can tell this isn’t a high-end unit. Edges are mostly smooth, but a couple of corners inside felt a bit rough when I was cleaning before first use. Door seals are actually pretty good: they close firmly and I didn’t see gaps or obvious airflow leaks. The doors don’t slam; they have a solid close, which I like because it helps avoid temp loss when people are grabbing drinks all evening.

Where the materials and build show their limits is during shipping and long-term trust. My unit arrived with a side dent, and other users reported similar dents or internal fan failures after a few days. That tells me the components and packaging are decent but not heavy-duty. For normal home use, it’s fine, but I wouldn’t put this in a commercial bar with constant abuse. If you treat it like a regular kitchen appliance and don’t bang it around, the materials should hold up reasonably well.

On durability, I’d say this fridge feels solid enough for home use, but there are some reliability stories you should know. Personally, after a stretch of use, mine has held temperature, no leaks, and no obvious degradation. The doors still seal well, shelves are fine, and the compressor kicks on and off like it should. So from my own experience, it’s holding up as expected for a mid-range appliance.

However, looking at other users’ experiences, quality control is mixed. Some people are in the same boat as me: they’ve had it for 6–12 months and it still runs perfectly, with no temperature issues or leaks. Others got units that arrived dented, had a fan fail on one side after a few days, or in rare cases, had the compressor never start at all. That “lemon” review where the unit never cooled and the buyer got stuck with high return shipping is exactly the kind of thing that makes you hesitate.

The good side: EUHOMY offers a one-year service warranty and, according to several buyers, their customer service actually responds quickly, sometimes even on weekends. In a couple of cases, people were able to sort out weird temperature behavior just by contacting support and following their steps. That at least gives you a bit of backup if something goes wrong early on. But yeah, you are still rolling the dice slightly on getting a perfect unit versus one with a defect or shipping damage.

Long term, I don’t expect this to last 15 years like an old-school full-size fridge. It feels like a 3–7 year kind of appliance, depending on how hard you run it and how stable your environment is. If you’re okay with that and you keep your expectations in check, it’s fine. If you want something bombproof for constant heavy use, you may want to look at more expensive brands known for tougher compressors and stricter quality control.

Performance-wise, this is where the EUHOMY fridge mostly gets it right, with a couple of small annoyances. Once it’s properly set up, both zones hit their target temperatures and stay fairly stable. On my unit, the beverage side can get down to the advertised 35°F as long as you don’t overload it with warm drinks all at once. The wine side holds between 45–55°F nicely, which is what I use for whites and light reds. For long-term red storage you can bump it up closer to 60°F.

There is one weird quirk that lines up with what another user reported: the beverage side initially refused to go below the high 40s until I played with the controls. In my case, tapping the up arrow once and then going back down seemed to "wake it up" and then it finally cooled properly. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it’s the kind of small bug that tells you the control board software is not super polished. Once set, though, the compressor cycles normally and doesn’t run nonstop.

The air circulation is decent. There’s a fan inside that spreads the cold air fairly evenly, so you don’t get insane temperature swings between top and bottom. If you cram it full of warm bottles, expect the temp to rise a few degrees until everything cools back down, which is normal. The auto-defrost every 6 hours seems to work; I haven’t had frost buildup or ice on the back wall. Also, the low-e glass doors help a bit with insulation, especially if the room gets warm.

In terms of noise, the compressor and fan sit around 40 dB, which matches the spec. In practice, you hear a soft hum when it’s running, but it’s not the loudest thing in the room. In an open kitchen/living area, you’ll notice it when the house is quiet, but it didn’t bother me. If you’re extremely sensitive to noise, you’ll hear it, but compared to other beverage fridges I’ve owned, it’s pretty reasonable. Overall, the performance is good for a home bar fridge: it keeps drinks cold, recovers temperature fast enough, and doesn’t sound like industrial equipment.

On paper, the EUHOMY dual zone fridge is a 24-inch under-counter unit with two separate temperature zones: one side for wine (41–64°F) and one side for beverages (35–50°F). Size-wise, it’s about 22.6" deep, 23.4" wide, and 34.3" high with the handle. It weighs close to 100 lbs, so you’re not moving it around alone unless you like back pain. It’s meant to be either built in under a counter or used freestanding, thanks to the front venting.

Inside, you get two distinct layouts: the wine side with 7 wooden shelves, and the beverage side with 3 wire shelves. EUHOMY claims it holds 21 standard wine bottles and 80–88 cans of 330 ml drinks. In practice, you can get close to that if you’re using typical Bordeaux-style wine bottles and standard cans. As soon as you throw in big IPA bottles, Champagne, or tall energy drink cans, the capacity drops and you’ll be adjusting shelves a bit.

The controls are digital touch panels, one for each side, with a display for the temperature. There’s also a blue LED light inside that you can run on sensor mode (comes on when you open the door) or normal mode (stays on). It’s not super bright, but enough to see what you’re grabbing at night. You also get a door lock, which is handy if you’ve got kids or don’t want guests constantly opening the fridge during a party.

In day-to-day use, the fridge is pretty straightforward. Plug it in, let it sit and cool empty for a good 24 hours, and then load it with pre-chilled drinks. The auto-defrost every 6 hours means you don’t have to think about frost buildup. There’s also a power failure memory feature that restores the last set temperatures after a power outage. Overall, the feature set is practical rather than fancy, which I actually prefer. It’s more of a functional home bar appliance than a showpiece with gimmicks.