Midea MRU21C7 20 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer
Quick verdict
The Midea MRU21C7 20 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a 20.0 cu. ft. bottom-freezer from Midea in the budget tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 524 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the bottom-freezer class. At about $800, it sits below the median price per cubic foot for this layout. Standout features: Wi-Fi. Our reviewers rate it 4.1/5 — best for family sized households.
Best for
- Families of 4-5
- Smart-home households
Key specs
- Capacity
- 20.0 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 29.7" × 66.6" × 32.0"
- Annual energy
- 524 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- No ice · No water
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
Our Review
The Midea MRU21C7 20 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer is a 20.0 cu. ft. bottom-freezer refrigerator from Midea, sitting in the sub-$1,000 range. With a 14.2 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 5.8 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for families of 4-5.
What stands out
At this price, Midea delivers the headline specs (capacity, ice maker, ENERGY STAR rating where present) and skips the extras. If you need a working refrigerator and don't care about cabinet-flush styling or app integration, that's a fair trade.
Wi-Fi connectivity is built in — you can check fridge and freezer temperatures, receive door-left-open alerts, and (on supported models) push diagnostic codes to a service technician without a callout. Setup friction is normal; once connected, expect stable day-to-day operation from Midea's app.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 29.7" W × 66.6" H × 32.0" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 20.0 cu. ft., split 14.2 fresh / 5.8 freezer.
Bottom line
The Midea MRU21C7 20 cu. ft. Bottom Freezer delivers the basics at one of the lowest prices in the category. If your goal is a working fridge with the right capacity, this gets the job done.
Full Specs
Capacity Total capacity | 20.0 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 14.2 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 5.8 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 29.7" |
| Height | 66.6" |
| Depth | 32.0" |
| Depth (with handles) | 34.5" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 524 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $84 |
Features Ice maker | No |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | Yes |
| Smart features | Yes |
| Door style | Bottom Freezer |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Eye-level fridge section reduces stooping for daily use
- ✓ENERGY STAR certified for lower annual operating cost
- ✓Wi-Fi connectivity with mobile app diagnostics and alerts
- ✓Aggressive pricing makes it one of the cheapest ways into the category
–Cons
- ✕No built-in ice maker on this configuration
- ✕Smart features rely on the brand's app — useful but not essential
- ✕Trim and drawer hardware feel lighter than premium competitors
Rating Breakdown
Where to Buy
| Retailer | Current Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Home Depot | See retailer | Shop at Home Depot |
| Best Buy | See retailer | Shop at Best Buy |
| Lowe's | See retailer | Shop at Lowe's |
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