Need a handy place to stash drinks, leftovers, and other best-kept-chilled snacks? Consider a mini fridge.After filling more than a dozen of these pint-size appliances to capacity and assessing how well they keep their cool, we found that most of them work just fine. But the cube-shaped Magic Chef MCR170 stood out for its usability. And if you need something a bit bigger, we recommend the taller Frigidaire EFR376.Top pickThe best mini fridgeMagic Chef MCR170This mini fridge is compact enough to fit under a desk or in a tight space. It has a small freezer compartment, and its in-door storage holds cans and milk cartons securely.$170 from Walmart$199 from The Home DepotThe 1.7-cubic-foot Magic Chef MCR170 is a compact companion that can tuck under an office desk or beside a bedroom table. This model has particularly secure in-door storage (so cans or cartons won’t fly out as often when you open the door), and it has a small, fully contained freezer compartment. The MCR170 has a reversible door and comes in two colors.Best for...Best for a bigger mini fridgeFrigidaire EFR376This larger, retro-style mini fridge has nice shelving, ample in-door storage, and a few other useful extras. It also comes in seven colors.$142 from Amazon$142 from The Home DepotThe 3.2-cubic-foot Frigidaire EFR376 has adjustable glass shelves, handy cupholder-style can storage, and a built-in bottle opener. Its interior is spacious, and its in-door storage can accommodate a 2-liter bottle. The EFR376 is Energy Star–certified. It has a fun retro look and is available in seven colors.