Wanted to be able to give this item a five-star rating, but several issues prevent me from doing so.
One - there is a very strong smell to the refrigerator when you take it out of the box. Even though we left the door open for two days before plugging it in, the smell still lingers. Maybe, but not sure, it's from the wood shelving's off-gassing.
Two - even more seriously, the two temperature zones require that the lower zone be 5 degrees warmer than the top zone.(We even verified this with the shipper.) Unfortunately, the lower zone has built-in shelves that hold the larger bottles of champagne. What were they thinking??? This seems to be something that could be fixed fairly easily.
Three- it took a while to get here (2-3 weeks), even though the shipping was from San Diego, CA to Santa Barbara, CA, a drive of approx. 5 hours.
Also, my husband has a hand-held infrared temperature gauge, and the two zones, though set to the 5 degree difference, fluctuate between 9 degrees and 4 degrees difference.
On the plus side, it looks good, and the shelves stack the wine beautifully. We set the temperature for red wine, and have to refrigerate champagnes before serving.
Fit exactly under my counter slot which I have built specifically for this cooler. Hold great temps since I have received this 2 weeks ago. You have 2 options on the handle, in which you can choose from (they sent both in the box). It is also a clean and good looking wine cooler. I was very skeptical about this cooler after reading some reviews outside of Amazon but I am glad I chose this. This cooler is pretty heavy and it vents on the bottom front of the cooler.
I’ve had no real complaints with the fridge. The shipper worked with me on dates and times for delivery. The unit arrived without any damages and set up easily. I have not had any issues with it. I disagree with other reviewers that state it is noisy. Mine is level and thus the bottles do not touch nor rattle. It cycles on and off to maintain temperature and is slightly noisier (inside fan) than my Samsung appliances, but it is much quieter than the appliances many of us know from just 10+ years ago. Ignore the noise complaints of others on here.
My only frustration with the unit is that I drink a considerable amount of champagne and this does not accommodate most of the bottles. The top shelf can accommodate some, but not many (especially those in a wider design ala Ruinart). But otherwise it’s been great.
I've had it for about 3 weeks and so far, so good. The communication with the seller (Beverage & Factory) was clear and responsive. The delivery was made as promised. I wish they opened the box and brought back the palette and packing materials. I waited several hours before turning on the power as instructed. (I didn't wait 24hrs.) It looks and feels high quality. I think it's not too noisy, though it's in my garage, so I don't care about the noise. Everything seems to be working fine. Set the upper temperature to 64F and lower to 60F (I store red wines only). The temperature fluctuate 2-3F but not a big concern. It keeps all bottle at 60 - 64F and that's all I need. Some larger (>3-1/4" diameter) or tall neck bottles are difficult to fit. I don't think I can fit 56 bottles, more like 50 bottles. Overall, I'm happy with the purchase so far. Hope it will last many years but will see.
Looks great, only reason for 4 stars is the screws steip easy and no instructions on which one to use specifically so had to wait for a replacement handle to finish the job. Other than that works nicely
Feature Product
- 56 BOTTLE CAPACITY: This wine refrigerator has 5 shelves that can hold up to 9 bottles each and a bottom shelf that can hold up to 56 bottles, providing storage for a maximum of 56 bottles. This maximum capacity can be reached with many different bottle sizes and is only affected when adding in larger Pinot or Champagne bottles, making it the perfect storage options for wine enthusiasts with diverse collections.
- DUAL ZONE DIGITAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL: It is easier than ever to set and monitor you wine refrigerator's temperature thanks to an intuitively designed control panel with clear digital display and user-friendly push button controls. This control panel allows you to adjust each zone individually, making it possible to store both red and white wine simultaneously. The upper zone can be set between 41-61 degrees Fahrenheit while the lower zone can be set between 45 and 64 degrees Fahrenheit.
- INNOVATIVE NEW SHELF DESIGN: These FlexCount Series shelves are unlike anything you've seen before! Not only do they have a unique thin yet durable design that maximizes your available storage space to accommodate larger diameter bottles, but they also feature wooden slats that gently cradle your bottles for added protection against harmful vibration. These shelves glide out smoothly on ball-bearing tracks to make accessing all of your bottles a breeze.
- ADVANCED COOLING SYSTEM: Allavino's FlexCount Series of wine refrigerators combines elegant style with innovative features for the perfect wine storage solution. These units use a new advanced cooling system that is quiet, vibration-free, and uses 25% less energy than many other wine refrigerators on the market today. They also utilize fan forced cooling to reduce cooldown times and ensure more even cooling, helping to prevent drastic temperature fluctuations.
- BUILT-IN VERSATILITY: With it's sleek black finished cabinet and convenient front-venting design, this wine refrigerator looks and performs just as good as a freestanding unit as it does built in to your cabinetry. When built-in, it does not require extra space on the sides for air circulation. This unit measures 33.9" H x 23.4" W x 23.6" D and comes with both curved and towel bar handles to allow you to customize it to fit in with the surrounding decor.
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The all-new FlexCount Series of wine refrigerators from Allavino combines elegant style with innovative features, allowing you to store up to 56 diverse wine bottles in their ideal conditions. Allavino has crafted the FlexCount shelving system to have a durable metal construction that resists sagging over time, as well as a thin design that gives you the freedom to store more bottles of all shapes and sizes without needing to remove shelves. Additional features like an intuitive digital display with easy-to-use push-button controls, a security lock that is built-in to the door, and a design that allows for built-in or freestanding applications make these wine refrigerators the perfect blend of convenience and style. It is easier than ever to set and monitor your wine refrigerator's temperature thanks to an easy-to-read digital display with push-button controls. Both temperature zones can be individually adjusted. These FlexCount series shelves are unlike anything you've seen before! Not only do they have a thin yet durable design that maximizes available storage space, but they also feature wood slats that gently cradle your bottles for added protection. Allavino's FlexCount shelving glides out smoothly on ball-bearing tracks to make accessing all of your bottles a breeze. With its sleek black finished cabinet and front-venting design, this wine refrigerator looks just as good as a freestanding unit as it does built-in to your cabinetry. Allavino FlexCount Series units are quiet, vibration-free, and use 25% less energy than many other wine refrigerators on the market today.
Love this cooler its the 4th cooler we have purchased and is by far the best in quality and functionality. The cooler did show up with some issues that the manufacture did resolve quickly and easily. The customer service provided by Kaylyn from The Beverage Factory was nothing short of spectacular thank you. I look forward to purchasing another one of these units as soon as my wine collection grows.
It is a well made, beautiful wine refrigerator. I like how it came with 2 handle options. Fits nicely under our counter. Great service with the quick shipping. Came packaged perfectly.
I have had this product for 18 months and it works wells. My biggest concern is whether it will maintain the dual-zone temperatures. I have the temps set at 48 and 60 and the refrigerator typically stays within plus/minus 3-4 degrees for each zone. The only reason why I do not give it 5 stars is that the magnetic strip on the door is relatively weak. Thus, I need to make sure it is closed (cannot rely on a gravity pull to securely "latch" the door).
We previously owned a fridge that housed 21 bottles and it crapped out. After much research, I went with this and really enjoy the dual zoned ability to hold more than twice the previous fridge. The temps are great and this model is fairly quiet. It’s not silent but doesn’t make enough noise to be noticeable without effort. We’ve owned it for a few months now and I am incredibly happy with my decision.
Good quality commercial grade wine cooler. Operates very quietly. High quality construction outside and inside with great shelves that are smooth functioning. Only downside is that that the door cannot be shut with just a touch, you have to make sure it is shut all the way by pressing it in. We had previously a cheap one that was louder and broke after 6 months.
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