Electrolux 90-litre minibar: when small can still be enough

There are appliances that surprise not because of what they promise, but because of how they solve everyday problems. The Electrolux 90-liter ERD090G3HWB minibar is one of them. It's not designed to impress with technical figures or to be the center of attention in a kitchen.

It's made to work, to silently accompany those who live alone, work from home, or inhabit spaces where every inch counts.

The first thing that catches your eye is its design. The matte black finish has a sober, elegant feel that fits in with any setting. It might go unnoticed, but when you stop to look at it, you can tell it was carefully thought out. It doesn't look out of place. In fact, it fits right in. And that's saying something in small spaces.

But it's when you open it that it really starts to get serious. Although it's compact on the outside, it's surprisingly spacious. It has a freezer compartment with its own plastic lid , enough for a few ice cubes or something that requires extra refrigeration. Below, a tempered glass shelf and a transparent drawer allow you to store everything from fruit to medium-sized containers of prepared food.

What I liked most was the door. It's well-designed, with spaces designed for bottles, jars, sauces, or whatever else you usually have on hand. Everything is within reach, everything is visible. You don't have to move anything to find what you need.

The temperature control is manual, classic, and uncomplicated. And that, far from being a problem, is part of its charm. There are no screens, sensors, or automatic controls. Just a knob that adjusts the cold, and it does it well. It also consumes little energy—16.68 kWh per month, according to the official label—which is important if you're going to have it on all the time.

This minibar doesn't seek to be the center of attention, but it ultimately succeeds in its category. It's quiet, it doesn't take up extra space, and it has no unnecessary functions. It's simply useful. And, in these times when excess can sometimes get in the way, that's appreciated.

Ideal for those who live alone, work from home, or need a second refrigerator in a small space. Also for those who value simplicity without sacrificing design. The Electrolux ERD090G3HWB doesn't pretend to be more than what it is. But what it is, it does well.