Upstreman BR321G 3 cu. ft. Compact
Quick verdict
The Upstreman BR321G 3 cu. ft. Compact is a 3.2 cu. ft. compact from Upstreman in the budget tier. ENERGY STAR certified at 218 kWh/year, in line with the rest of the compact class. At about $200, it sits below the median price per cubic foot for this layout. Our reviewers rate it 3.7/5 — best for compact households.
Best for
- Apartments and dorms
- Offices and bars
Key specs
- Capacity
- 3.2 cu. ft.
- Dimensions
- 18.5" × 32.7" × 22.0"
- Annual energy
- 218 kWh/year
- Ice / Water
- No ice · No water
- Wi-Fi
- No
Our Review
The Upstreman BR321G 3 cu. ft. Compact is a 3.2 cu. ft. compact refrigerator from Upstreman, sitting in the sub-$1,000 range. With a 2.7 cu. ft. fresh-food compartment and 0.5 cu. ft. of freezer space, it's positioned for apartments and dorms.
What stands out
At this price, Upstreman 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.
Layout and capacity
Exterior dimensions are 18.5" W × 32.7" H × 22.0" D — check your opening, especially the depth with handles extended. Total useable capacity is 3.2 cu. ft., split 2.7 fresh / 0.5 freezer.
Bottom line
The Upstreman BR321G 3 cu. ft. Compact 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 | 3.2 cu. ft. |
|---|---|
| Fresh-food | 2.7 cu. ft. |
| Freezer | 0.5 cu. ft. |
Dimensions Width | 18.5" |
| Height | 32.7" |
| Depth | 22.0" |
| Depth (with handles) | 24.5" |
Energy ENERGY STAR | Yes |
| Annual energy use | 218 kWh/year |
| Est. annual cost | $35 |
Features Ice maker | No |
| Water dispenser | No |
| Wi-Fi connected | No |
| Smart features | No |
| Door style | Single Door |
| Finishes available | Stainless Steel, Black Stainless Steel, Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless, White, Black |
| Noise level | — |
Pros & Cons
+Pros
- ✓Compact footprint fits dorms, bars, and offices
- ✓ENERGY STAR certified for lower annual operating cost
- ✓Aggressive pricing makes it one of the cheapest ways into the category
–Cons
- ✕No built-in ice maker on this configuration
- ✕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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