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Kegerator Community Home  »  Draft Beer Dispensing at Home » Kegerators & Kegerator Kits » Undercounter vs. Standalone unit?
Posted:  12 Nov 2012 02:35

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We're remodeling our basement to include a full bar with kegerator and bar fridge. Our question is, which is better - an undercounter vs. a standalone (rolling) unit. We're building the counter ourselves, so the height and venting are less of a concern than a retrofit.

Is there an energy saving or other consideration that would put the undercounter ahead of a standalone?
Posted:  12 Nov 2012 18:49

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The main difference is that most undercounter units have a special fan for cooling and venting the compressor. If you put a freestanding unit under a tight counter/cabinet you may overheat and burn out the compressor.

That being said, I have heard of a lot of people who install the freestanding units under counters with no issues. Just make sure there is plenty of venting room around the unit.