4.2(161)Amazon rating$944.00309+ bought last month
Our verdict
The Kegco K309SS-1 is the most-bought kegerator on this list, a dual-tap stainless unit that pairs a 5.6 cubic foot cabinet with digital temperature control at a fair mid-range price.
Home pourers who want a freestanding dual-tap kegerator with a proven track record and don't need built-in installation.
Skip if
You only ever pour one beer style, you want a flush built-in look, or your budget tops out below the $900 mark.
Capacity 5.6 cu ft
Configuration Upright
Installation Freestanding
Doors 1
Defrost Automatic
Cooling Compressor
Priced 54% below the category median ($2,069.00 across 123 tracked models)
Weight of 97.0 lb - lighter than 73% of the 123 models we track
Pros
Two taps let you keep two different beers on draft at once
Highest buyer demand of any kegerator in this comparison
Digital temperature control instead of a vague analog dial
5.6 cubic foot cabinet with two shelves and a reversible door
Automatic defrost and compressor cooling for set-and-forget use
Cons
Freestanding only, so it won't sit flush as a true built-in
Mid-range price puts it above entry-level conversion kits
4.2-star rating trails a few less-popular models here
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 161 owner ratings
Value for money4.0/5
$169 per cubic foot, below the category median
Popularity4.9/5
161 owner reviews, more than most models here
Storage space3.4/5
5.6 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
Of the nine kegerators we lined up, this Kegco is the one shoppers actually buy in volume, with hundreds of units moving in a single month against a solid 4.2-star rating across 161 reviews. That combination of demand and feedback is the strongest signal in the group, and it is why this 24-inch-wide dual-tap model earns the top spot.
The spec sheet backs up the popularity. You get a 5.6 cubic foot freezerless cabinet, automatic defrost, a compressor cooling system and digital temperature control, so dialing in serving temperature is a matter of setting a number rather than guessing at a dial. Two interior shelves and a reversible door add day-to-day flexibility, and the stainless steel finish suits a kitchen or finished bar area.
At this price it sits in the middle of the field: more than the budget conversion fridges here but well under the four-figure premium and commercial units. For a freestanding kegerator you plan to keep tapped year-round, it is a sensible, well-supported choice.
Specifications
Capacity
5.6 cu ft
Configuration
Upright
Installation
Freestanding
Doors
1
Defrost
Automatic
Cooling
Compressor
Shelves
2
Temp control
Yes
Door
Reversible
Color
Stainless Steel
Weight
97.0 lb
Voltage
115.0
Performance notes
The 5.6 cubic foot freezerless cabinet is sized for a standard half-barrel or smaller kegs, and the compressor with automatic defrost is built to hold serving temperature without manual upkeep. Digital temperature control makes it easy to lock in a precise pour temp, while the dual taps mean two styles stay carbonated and ready. At 97 pounds on 115V power, it runs from a normal household outlet but is heavy enough that you'll want to place it once and leave it.
What buyers say
Buyers tend to praise how cold and consistent the unit keeps a keg and appreciate the dual-tap convenience for serving more than one beer. The most common gripes across kegerators in this class involve the included tap hardware and CO2 setup needing fine-tuning out of the box, and some owners eventually upgrade lines or faucets over time.
How many beers can the Kegco K309SS-1 serve at once?
It has two taps, so you can keep two different kegs or styles on draft and pour either one without swapping hardware.
Can this kegerator be built in under a counter?
It is configured as a freestanding unit. It will fit in an open spot but is not designed to be flush-mounted as a built-in, so leave room for airflow around it.
Does it have digital temperature control?
Yes. It uses a digital temperature control with a compressor and automatic defrost, so you set a target temperature rather than estimating with an analog knob.
