A 4.4 cu ft single-door compressor refrigerator in matte black with automatic defrost and three shelves. Solid specs from a well-regarded brand. However, with only 2 reviews, buyer data is extremely limited. At $459.99 there are comparable Danby models with far more reviews at a lower price.
Buyers who are already confident in Danby's reliability and want this specific size and finish without relying on review count as a purchase signal.
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Capacity 4.4 cu ft
Configuration Compact
Installation Freestanding
Doors 1
Defrost Automatic
Cooling Compressor
Priced 59% above the category median ($289.69 across 86 tracked models)
Capacity of 4.4 cu ft - larger than 72% of the 86 models we track
Shelves of 3 - higher than 71% of the 86 models we track
Pros
4.4 cu ft is a practical capacity for a compact single-door unit
Compressor cooling for reliable temperature performance
Automatic defrost, no manual clearing required
Three shelves for organized storage
Danby is a reputable compact refrigeration brand
Cons
Only 2 customer reviews, no reliable buyer signal
$459.99 is steep relative to similar Danby models with more reviews
No voltage information listed
Door orientation not specified in product data
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating5.0/5
5.0 average across 2 owner ratings
Value for money2.6/5
$105 per cubic foot, below the category median
Popularity0.3/5
2 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
Storage space4.1/5
4.4 cu ft, roomy for this category
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other refrigerators and freezers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Danby DAR044A4BDD-SL delivers 4.4 cu ft in a freestanding single-door body measuring 22 by 23 by 35 inches. It weighs 64.4 lb. The compressor cooling system and automatic defrost combination keeps maintenance low, since you will not need to manually clear frost build-up. Three interior shelves provide more organization than the two-shelf versions at the same capacity.
At $459.99, it is priced at the higher end for a 4.4 cu ft single-door unit. Other Danby models in this capacity class are available at lower prices with more buyer feedback. This specific finish and configuration may appeal to buyers who have a design preference for matte black.
With a 5.0 star average from 2 reviews, the sample is too small to make reliability conclusions. Danby has a well-established history in compact refrigeration and is widely trusted in this segment, which is the real foundation for consideration here.
Specifications
Capacity
4.4 cu ft
Configuration
Compact
Installation
Freestanding
Doors
1
Defrost
Automatic
Cooling
Compressor
Shelves
3
Temp control
Yes
Color
Black
Finish
Matte
Dimensions
22 X 23 X 35 In
Weight
64.4 lb
Performance notes
The automatic defrost system eliminates the periodic manual defrost process that plagues many compact fridges. Three shelves at 4.4 cu ft gives good usable space for groceries, meal-prepped items, or drinks. The compressor will maintain stable temps in normal home ambient conditions. At 64.4 lb, plan for a permanent or semi-permanent placement.
What buyers say
Two reviews at 5.0 stars is not a usable buyer sentiment sample. Danby's broader reputation across its compact fridge lineup, including other DAR044 variants with hundreds of reviews, suggests reliable build quality. Buyers should look at sister models if review volume matters to their decision.
Both share the 4.4 cu ft capacity and compressor cooling. The SL variant is the matte black finish version. The BDD-3 black model has over 400 reviews, making it a more data-backed choice if finish is flexible.
Does this Danby unit have a freezer?
It is a single-door refrigerator without a dedicated freezer compartment. The coldest zone near the top may reach near-freezing temps, but it is not designed for freezing food.
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