Storage & Cold Storage
Insulated Storage Bag
A soft insulated pouch that slows temperature change for items moved in and out of the fridge.
Why we picked it
Handy for keeping a small set of items cool while you work away from the fridge.
Storage & Cold Storage
Mini Refrigerator
A compact compressor fridge sized for a shelf or under a bench.
What it is
A small compressor refrigerator sized for a shelf or the space under a bench.
What it solves
A kitchen fridge is opened all day and shared with food. A separate unit holds a steadier temperature and keeps supplies away from meals.
What this kind of product gives you
- Compressor cooling holds a set temperature better than thermoelectric coolers
- Adjustable thermostat
- Small footprint
- Keeps supplies separate from food
Who it is for
Anyone storing temperature-sensitive supplies at home.
Why we picked it
A dedicated fridge stays steadier than a busy kitchen fridge and keeps supplies away from food.
What to check before you buy
- Compressor, not thermoelectric, if you need fridge temperatures on a warm day
- Interior height for your tallest item, and whether shelves move
- Outside size plus clearance for the vents
- Noise, if it shares a room with you
- Add a separate thermometer: the dial is a setting, not a reading
Buying guides that cover it
Buying guideHow to choose a fridge for storing suppliesWhat to look for in a small fridge used for supplies rather than food, and what to buy with it.5 min readBuying guideFridge thermometer or data logger: which do you need?The difference between checking a temperature and recording one, and which one your situation calls for.4 min read
Guides that use it
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Measuring & Tracking
Refrigerator Thermometer
A simple thermometer that hangs or stands inside a fridge.
Why we picked it
The fridge dial is a setting; this shows the temperature your items actually sit at.
Vial Storage
Vial Storage Case
A hard-shell case with cut foam slots that hold small vials upright and apart.
Why we picked it
Stops vials knocking together and makes it easy to see at a glance what is missing.
Measuring & Tracking
Temperature Data Logger
A small device that records temperature over time for later review.
Why we picked it
Shows what happened overnight or during a power cut, not just the reading right now.