Review of Haier 60 Bottle Wine Cooler

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In the pursuit of encouraging others to post detailed reviews of their experiences with wine refrigerators, here is ours:<P>My wife and I recently returned from a trip to Napa/Sonoma and quickly realized that our basement was a poor place to store all the wine and sparkling wine we purchased. Our basement is 80F and 80%H in the summer.<P>We decided to purchase a Haier 60 Bottle Wine Cooler (Model: HVF060ABL) from Fry's Electronics for $499. While looking, we were surprised that almost no seller provided information on humidity controls or vibration. We evaluated models from VinoTemp, Avanti, and Danby.<P>To measure temperature and humidity, I purchased (again from Frys) a radio controlled temp/humidity device from Oregon Scientific. This marvel of technology allows me to read the temperature inside the cooler from anywhere in the house as it transmits wirelessly.<P>RESULTS TO DATE:<BR>- Haier quickly went to 45F and 50%H (bottom level). Temp maintained perfectly, no apparent fluctuation.<BR>- 10 degree difference between bottom level and top level. Top level is 55F and 40%H. We store sparking wine at lowest level, then white, and finally red at top.<BR>- Not able to measure vibration, but the unit "appears" to have minimal vibration.<BR>- Cooler working perfectly so far.<BR>- If debating between a 40 or 60 unit, go larger. You will easily be able to fill your new cooler!<P>Looking forward to your reviews!