Schmick

SK168-Combo

Upright Slim Depth Quiet Running Glass Front Beer And Wine Fridge With 5 x LED Colour Options - Model SK168-Combo

Name: Upright Slim Depth Quiet Running Glass Front Beer And Wine Fridge With 5 x LED Colour Options - Model SK168-Combo
Brand: Schmick
Price: 4977 AUD
Availability: InStock

$4,977AUD

Noise Level

43 dB

Running Cost

$431/yr

Dimensions

1200×395×1820mm

IndoorVerified Specs

Price

$4977

Capacity

—

Noise Level

43 dB

Running Cost

$431/yr

Location

Indoor

Dimensions (W×D×H)

1200 × 395 × 1820 mm

The Schmick dual-zone beer and wine fridge is a premium, space-efficient option with quality components and low noise operation, but carries a significant price premium over category averages. Its shallow depth design and wall-mounting capability make it ideal for compact spaces, though buyers must be prepared for substantially higher running costs.

Overview

This Schmick model sits at the premium end of the bar fridge market, priced 276% above the category average at $4977. Noise performance is comparable to category peers at 43 dB (category average: 42 dB), but running costs are significantly higher at $430.50 annually versus the $186 category average—more than double. The inverter-driven EMBRACO compressor and dual-zone design justify some cost premium, but this remains a specialist choice rather than a mainstream option.

Dual-zone temperature control (beer and wine)Inverter-driven EMBRACO compressorColour-changing LED lighting (5 options)Shallow depth design (255 mm interior)Wall-mounting brackets includedLockable cabinetDual glass doors with reversible hinge options

How It Compares

Price$4977

$0Premium$6497

Noise43 dB

0 dBPremium55 dB

Running Cost431$/yr

20$/yrLow end2433$/yr

Based on 350 similar fridges

Running Costs

Energy Stars

$431

Per Year

Annual running costs of $430.50 AUD significantly exceed category averages at $186 per year. The unit consumes 4.6 kWh daily, reflecting the energy demands of maintaining dual temperature zones and inverter compressor operation. Over a 10-year lifespan, cumulative running costs would reach approximately $4,305, effectively adding 86% to the initial purchase price. The inverter compressor is engineered for efficiency relative to capacity, but prospective buyers should factor these ongoing costs into budget decisions.

Dimensions & Installation

1200

Width (mm)

1820

Height (mm)

395

Depth (mm)

Ventilation Clearance Required

20mm

Sides

20mm

Top

20mm

Rear

Suitable for indoor settings.

Where You Can Use It

Indoor

Suitable

At 43dB, this is one of the quieter bar fridges on the market — you can comfortably run it in a kitchen, living area, or home office without it becoming background noise you notice.

Outdoor

Not Rated

This fridge is rated for indoor use only. If you need something for an outdoor area, look for a model rated for alfresco or outdoor use. It doesn't have heated glass either, so even in a warm indoor spot you may see some condensation on the glass door during humid weather.

Noise Level

Hair Dryer

80 dB

Microwave

55 dB

Fan Forced Oven

47 dB

This Fridge

43 dB

Computer

41 dB

Room Noise

30 dB

Fine for a kitchen or living room — you'll hear it if the room is dead silent, but it won't compete with conversation.

dB measured 1000mm from each appliance

Bottom Line

The Schmick dual-zone fridge is a specialist product for buyers with genuine space constraints and premium aesthetic expectations, but the $4977 price tag and $430/year running costs are difficult to justify unless shallow depth is genuinely essential. For most households and venues, category peers offer comparable cooling performance at a fraction of the cost.