Top 5 Best mini kegerators of 2020

I’m a big beer drinker, and there is nothing like coming home after a hard day and enjoying a cold draught beer in the comfort of your own home. I used to dream about having a small enough kegerator to keep in my house so I could enjoy a draft beer everyday or when I had people over, and now I have found some mini kegerators that I think you will want to have too.

Making the wrong purchase could cost you in the long run and could even put your keg of beer at risk! It is natural to feel overwhelmed when looking at so many different reviews, but I hope to cut through a lot of the confusion and give you what you came here for.

So before you spend the money, make sure that you are getting the top small kegerator for your needs. After reading this post, you will get clear idea of which one to buy for your needs.

​I have reviewed various mini kegerators in my quest for the best one and believe me there isn’t one that is 100% perfect, but based on our experience, feedback from various people, and a lot of beer drinking :), here are the suggested top 5 products with a quick comparison:

​KRUPS and HEINEKEN is the best small kegerator in the market. It got really nice reviews on Amazon.

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The Krups Kegerator is another great mini kegerator that is as popular as the EdgeStar. It is lighter than the EdgeStar so it may prove more portable and easier to carry. Krups is also partnering with Heineken to try and monopolize the market.

 If you are strictly a Heineken drinker then this may be the kegerator for you. It also has an LED temperature gauge which stays consistently at 37.4 degrees. Unlinke the Krups, the EdgeStar gives you the advantage of varying the temperature if you want it a little warmer. Personally, I don’t know why you would want it warmer, but the option may prove beneficial.

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The Krups has a lot of great qualities.  It comes with a drip tray that is removable, ensuring that your countertop or other surface is kept clean after pouring beer.  Since it is removable, this makes it a lot easier to clean.  Also, I’m always looking for a product with a warranty, and thankfully Krups gives you a 2 year warranty.

The reviews for the Krups Kegerator are slightly better than the EdgeStar, and there are more reviews to base your opinion on. But, if you like to use other mini kegs besides Heineken or Newcastle, then you can go for EdgeStar, because you can purchase a conversion kit to allow you to use other brand kegs.

If Heineken or Newcastle is your beer of choice then you might want to stick with the Krups B100 BeerTender. Another benefit that the Krups has is its price. It is slightly less than the EdgeStar, so if you are looking to bargain shop then Krups may be the one you should 

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Pros:

• It maintains beer at constant temperature of  37.4 degrees F.
• Its compressor is ultra quiet, so this mini keg dispenser will not make any noise during its operation.
• It uses  Heineken Draught Keg Technology which keeps Beer tender with micro foam.
• It uses efficient Peltier cooling technology which provides constant and consistent cooling of the keg for longer duration.
• The DraughtKeg and Beertender keep beer fresh for 30 days after tapping.
• It weighs only 14.3 pounds and dimensions are 21x21x18 inches. So, you can carry this keg any where you like.
• Its inbuilt carbonator pressure unit which releases Co2 every time the tap is opened keeps beer cool and fresh.
• It has LED temperature indicator, so you check at what temperature you are maintaining beer.
• Its other features like large removable drip tray with 5 draught tubes.
• Due to less power consumption of 70 watts makes purchase of this model mini kegerator a good choice.
• ​It is covered for 2-year worldwide warranty.This is the best mini kegerator among all brands.

Cons:

• It is designed to work only with Heineken, Heineken Premium Light and Newcastle Brown Ale models. So you cannot use it with other models of kegs.
• Some users complained they get a 3/4 cup of foam and only 1/4 cup of beer, but later solved by keeping cup in horizontal position before filling.
• And also after pressing the throttle gentle, so the beer is released slowly without much foam.

• Its temperature range can be set between 38 and 54 degrees F.
• This model includes cleaning kit for cleaning every week.
• It has mini keg capacity of 5 litres which is a standard volume for a small keg.
• This  EdgeStar Draft mini Beer Dispenser supports Heineken 5 liter Draught kegs but will work with non-pressurized kegs with optional accessory kit.
• This edgestar portable mini keg is calm and quiet during operation even without Vibration.
• Its Peltier thermoelectric cooling and Internal fan-forced air circulation technology keeps beer at right temperature for long time and keeps draft beer fresh.
• It is ideal  for any type of beer lover and this mini kegerator will be a hit with your friends & family.
• The EdgeStar 5-Litre Mini Kegerator is an advanced beer dispensing system which uses DraughtKeg carbonator pressure technology to give a pour of beer every time with pub quality.
• This portable kegerator features temperature controls with electronic switch which keeps the mini keg at your required temperature for drinking.
• Due to its compact size, lightweight construction and inclusion of  AC & DC power adapters enables the EdgeStar to readily go from the home countertop to a tailgate party.

Cons:

• Some customers had issues with the beer flow and also beer hardens in the tube and finally it stops dispensing, however it was solved by using new tubes.

This SPT BD-0538 5-litre Beer Kegerator is perfect suitable for beer lovers who conduct party frequently at home use.

 You will get 3 numbers of Mini Kegerator CO2 Cartridge, 6 Connector Seals, 2 numbers of Heineken Connector, CO2 Connector, Beer Tube, Keg Seal, 4 Tube Seal Circle and Cleaning Bottle.

This countertop 5-liter mini beer dispenser is perfect for home parties and for small gatherings.

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Pros:

• You can control pressure by  using CO2 cartridge and you will get three (3) CO2 cartridges with purchase.
• It will Chill the beer within 20 hours and stores it at the ideal temperature of 32 to 39 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Since it has CO2 cartridge pressure system and Thermo-electric cooling technology, this portable keg can keep your beer fresh like home brew beer and fresh up to 30 days without losing quality.
• You can adjust temperature with push button and it will be displayed with LED Adjustable temperature
• It has Stainless steel housing which protects from rusting and removable drip tray for easy cleaning.
• SPT BD-0538 is Free Standing type model and weighs only 13.9 pounds, which is easier to carry any place.
• It is cheapest among all models mentioned here, but no compromise to quality like other small beer kegerators listed here.

Cons:

• Some users complained the fan is making loud noise when it is on, but noise shuts down when it reaches the desired temperature.

The NutriChef has a unique feature that the other kegerators do not have.  One of the more interesting things about this 5 liter kegerator is that it can accommodate up to two, 5 liter kegs.

 So, if you are having a party and a lot of your friends are going to be drinking from your mini keg, you may need the added security of the NutriChef. So you can have colder draft beer for the long run.

 Unlike the EdgeStar the tap can’t be changed so you are stuck with what they give you.  Another thing to note is the Krups BeerTender is very quiet, but the NutriChef can be loud while keep your keg cool.

I should also tell you that the draft tube is very small so it will not pour fast like a traditional bar tap. Unfortunately, it can take a little time to fill a pint glass.  This is one of the reasons why its rating is not as good as the other three kegerators.

​​ Also, the price is challenging.  This small kegerator is the most expensive of the three, and the price difference is notably different! Will it keep your keg cold…yes, but you can find better quality for the price with the other three, and particularly with the EdgeStar and the Krups.

1. Pressurized kegs with top dispensing and gravity dispensing kegs
2. Pressurized kegs with top dispensing
3. Non-pressurized kegs
4. Pre-pressurized draught kegs

By using conversion kit, Pre-pressurized draught kegs can be used with all types of mini keg dispensers.

To select the Beer Keg Dispenser you have to consider few things:

1. The Price

When I look for a product I don’t necessarily look for cheap, but for quality.  An added bonus of this product is it is one of the cheapest out there.  It is great to find a product that saves you money and delivers cold satisfying beer at the same time!

2. Key Features

The goal of a kegerator is to keep your beer ice cold, and I like that you can adjust the temperature of this kegerator to suit your drinking needs. I also like that it is easily portable and is very versatile because of the AC and DC cords.

3. Keeping it cold!

This mini kegerator is better than the rest because it does what it is meant to do…it keeps your beer cold! Not only does it keep it cold, but it keeps it cold longer because it is built to last.

4. Conversion kit

I haven’t mentioned it much here, but EdgeStar has made it optional for you to purchase a conversion kit. If you plan on drinking anything other than a Heineken or Newcastle then you will need the conversion kit. For a few dollars more you can purchase this kegerator and a conversion kit, and be able to drink your beer of choice.

The other things to consider are reviews, Warranty and Customer service.

​You can buy small kegerators at different stores but it is recommended to buy at amazon.com. The biggest advantage with Amazon is that you can read genuine reviews. This way you can get a good knowledge of the product before you buy it.