The Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone Wine Cooler (model KRC-150DZB) is a compressor-cooled, two-zone cabinet that can go built-in under a kitchen counter or stand on its own. The manufacturer rates the upper zone at 40-50 F and the lower zone at 50-66 F, it rides on five FSC-certified wood shelves, and it remembers its set temperatures after a power cut. It suits collectors who want whites and reds held apart in a standard 24-inch cabinet opening, and it sits in the mid-range price tier – check the current price on the listing. The trade-offs are a listing that muddles the bottle count with the sister 46-bottle model, no published noise figure and a one-year warranty.
Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone Wine Cooler Review
The 37-bottle Kalamera is a sensible under-counter dual zone for a collection that has outgrown a countertop fridge, as long as you buy it for what it is and not for the bigger number that keeps appearing in its listing.
How I reviewed this: I have not had this model in my home. This review is built from the maker’s manual and spec sheet, the owner ratings on Amazon, and the problems owners report most often, weighed against the coolers I have tested myself.
Is the Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone Wine Cooler Worth It for You?
Recommended for: Households with 20 to 35 bottles who drink both whites and reds, want each zone at its own temperature, and have a 24-inch gap under a counter or a spot along a wall where a 33-inch-tall cabinet can stand.
Look elsewhere if: You need every bottle slot you can squeeze into a 24-inch opening, you want a published noise rating before you commit, or you plan to hold reds for long-term ageing at cellar temperature and whites near 45 F at the same time with room to spare in both zones.
What Works
- Two genuinely separate zones: the manufacturer rates the upper at 40-50 F and the lower at 50-66 F, which covers sparkling and crisp whites up top and reds below
- Compressor cooling, so it keeps pace in a warm kitchen where thermoelectric cabinets fall behind
- Built-in under counter or freestanding, per the listing, in a 23.4-inch-wide body that suits a standard 24-inch cabinet slot
- Temperature memory restores both set points after a power cut, so an outage does not quietly reset the cabinet
- Five removable FSC-certified wood shelves with stoppers, which the manufacturer says reduce vibration
- Reversible stainless-framed glass door, key lock and automatic defrost
What Doesn’t
- The listing contradicts itself on capacity: the title says 37 bottles, while the bullets and size field say 46, which belongs to the sister model
- No noise rating is published, so you are relying on owner reports for a unit that may sit in an open-plan kitchen
- One-year warranty is short for a compressor cabinet at this price
- The two zone ranges meet at 50 F, so there is no overlap if you want both zones set for reds
- At 102 lb it is a two-person job to move into place
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How the Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone Wine Cooler Compares
| Factor | Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone | Kalamera 24 Inch 46 Bottle Dual Zone (KRC-150DZB-C3) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 37 bottles | 46 bottles |
| Cooling | Compressor | Compressor |
| Temperature range | Upper 40-50 F, lower 50-66 F (manufacturer rating) | Check current listing |
| Zones | Dual | Dual |
| Placement | Built-in or freestanding | Built-in or freestanding |
The obvious comparison is inside the same family. The Kalamera 46 Bottle shares the 24-inch format, the compressor, the two zones and the choice of under-counter or freestanding placement. The difference is nine bottle slots. That matters more than it sounds, because Amazon groups the two models on one listing and the product detail for the 37 borrows the 46’s bullets and size field. Everything in this Kalamera 37 bottle wine cooler review refers to the smaller model, so read the title and the model number on whichever option is selected before you check out.
So which one? If your collection is sitting around 25 bottles and growing slowly, the 37 is enough. If you buy by the case, the extra shelf space in the 46 postpones the day you need a second fridge. The Kalamera range shows both, and the comparison matrix lays out the wider field if you want to see other brands at this size.
Who Should Buy the Kalamera 37 Bottle Dual Zone?
Kitchen remodels with a 24-inch cabinet slot
Good fit
- The listed dimensions are 23.4 inches wide, 22.4 inches deep and 33 inches tall, which is the footprint most under-counter wine and beverage cabinets are designed around. Measure your opening, and check the manual for the clearance it asks for around the front vent before you commit to a built-in placement.
- Compressor cooling copes with the heat of a kitchen, a dishwasher next door or a sunny room better than a thermoelectric unit of similar size.
- The reversible door means it can hinge on whichever side keeps the kitchen walkway clear.
Mixed collections of whites and reds
Worth knowing
- The upper zone is the cold one. Set it around 45 F for sparkling, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling, and it holds them ready to pour.
- The lower zone runs from 50 to 66 F. Around 55 F is a sound long-term storage figure for reds, and you can nudge it up toward 62 F if you want lighter reds at serving temperature straight from the shelf.
- Because the ranges only touch at 50 F, you cannot run both zones as red storage. If most of your wine is red, a single-zone cabinet gives you more usable space for the money.
- Thirty-seven is a count of standard Bordeaux bottles. Burgundy, Champagne and wide Rhone bottles take more room, so plan on a real-world figure a few bottles lower.
Where it struggles
Think twice
- Anyone who wants a quiet unit in an open living space and needs a number to judge it by. The manufacturer does not publish one, and owner reports describe ordinary compressor cycling rather than anything remarkable either way.
- Buyers who expect 46 bottles because that is what the bullets say. This is the 37-bottle model.
- Anyone who values a long warranty. One year is the listed term, which is shorter than some rivals in this price band.
Running cost is modest for the class. The listing gives 332.15 kWh per year, and actual use will vary with room temperature, how often the door is opened and how tightly the cabinet is fitted. The energy-efficient wine fridge guide has context on what that figure means in practice.
A Closer Alternative Worth Considering
Ca’Lefort 24 Inch 52 Bottle Dual Zone
If the whole point of buying a 24-inch cabinet is to get as many bottles as possible under the counter, the Ca’Lefort deserves a look before you settle on the 37. It is another dual-zone cabinet built for under-counter use, and it lists 52 bottles in the same nominal width, fifteen more than the Kalamera. For a collection still growing, that is a lot of extra runway from one opening. The Kalamera keeps its case on the clear zone ranges and temperature memory. Compare the current price and the published figures on both before deciding, and see the wider Ca’Lefort range as well.
Kalamera 37 Bottle Dual Zone Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | KRC-150DZB |
| Capacity | 37 standard bottles, per the product title (the listing bullets and size field say 46, which is the sister model; this review goes with the title) |
| Dimensions | 23.4 in W x 22.4 in D x 33 in H |
| Weight | 102 lb |
| Cooling type | Compressor |
| Zones | Dual |
| Temperature range | Upper zone 40-50 F, lower zone 50-66 F (manufacturer rating), with temperature memory after power loss |
| Shelves | Five removable FSC-certified wood shelves with stoppers |
| Door | Stainless steel framed glass, reversible, key lock |
| Controls and lighting | LED control display, blue LED interior light |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Installation | Built-in under counter or freestanding |
| Energy use | 332.15 kWh per year, per the listing |
| Noise level | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Questions Readers Ask
Is the Kalamera KRC-150DZB 37 bottles or 46 bottles?
This model is the 37-bottle version. The Amazon listing groups it with the 46-bottle KRC-150DZB-C3 and some of the bullets and the size field carry the larger number, but the product title for this ASIN says 37. Check the model code on the option you have selected before you order.
Can the Kalamera 37 bottle wine cooler be built in under a counter?
Yes. The listing states it works built-in under a counter or freestanding. At 33 inches tall and 23.4 inches wide it suits a standard 24-inch cabinet opening. Keep the front vent clear and follow the clearance guidance in the manual. The under-counter wine cooler guide covers what to measure.
What temperature should each zone be set at?
Around 45 F in the upper zone and 55 F in the lower zone is a good starting point for a mixed collection. The upper zone suits sparkling wine and light whites; the lower zone suits reds and fuller whites such as oaked Chardonnay. The temperature zone matcher will suggest settings for the wines you actually own.
How much electricity does a 37-bottle dual zone wine fridge use?
The listing puts this one at 332.15 kWh a year. Multiply that by your local electricity rate for a rough annual cost. A well-ventilated spot away from the oven and a door that is not opened constantly will keep it closer to that figure.
Is the Kalamera 37 bottle cooler loud?
There is no published noise figure. Owners report the normal hum and click of a compressor cabinet cycling on and off, which most people find acceptable in a kitchen. If the unit will sit near a bedroom or a quiet reading area, factor that in.
Final Verdict
Kalamera 24 Inch 37 Bottle Dual Zone Wine Cooler is a smart buy for mixed collections of 20 to 35 bottles that need a compressor cabinet under a kitchen counter, because it pairs clearly separated zone ranges with temperature memory and flexible placement. The caveat is the confusing listing, the missing noise figure and a one-year warranty, so confirm the model before you order.
- Best for: Kitchen remodels with a 24-inch slot, drinkers of both whites and reds, collections that have outgrown a countertop unit
- Not ideal for: Red-only collections, anyone chasing maximum bottles per inch, buyers who need a published noise rating
Related Guides
References & Sources
- UC Davis Department of Viticulture and Enology – Research on storage temperature and stability, supporting the 55 F lower-zone recommendation for red storage.
- WSET – Serving temperature guidance for sparkling, white and red wines, used in the zone setting advice.
- U.S. Department of Energy – Energy Saver – Guidance on appliance energy use and placement, behind the notes on annual kWh and ventilation.
- ASHRAE – Refrigeration fundamentals behind the comparison of compressor and thermoelectric cooling in a warm kitchen.
This assessment is based on manufacturer specifications, published owner feedback, and direct comparison against other units in this class. It is updated when the product or its pricing changes.
About Ms. DuPont
I have spent over ten years testing and reviewing wine coolers, wine cellar equipment, and wine-related gear, and tracking how it actually holds up over time.
