The ultimate home bar is not complete without cold beer on tap. A home beer dispenser is popular amongst home draft beer drinkers. Some of the more popular brands of keg refrigerators are EdgeStar, Krups, Avanti and Danby. Home beer dispensers can vary greatly. A keg refrigerator is actually a refrigerator which works as a beer dispensing appliance. The keg is stored in the unit and is connected to a spout to dispense the beer.

Most of the smaller keg refrigerators can fit kegs of either a quarter (pony), half barrel (standard) size kegs. But there are others that can not only hold beer kegs, but even beer bottles and cans. In some cases, the unit may limit your choice of kegs to certain brands only. So you should read each description carefully. Additionally there are several other features sported by different models. From smaller keg fridges with basic space and designs to the more commercial quality units which have a steeper price tag, there are plenty home beer dispensers to choose from..

While size, the capacity and convenience are important, considering everything, keg refrigerators can broadly be categorized on the purpose and use of the fridge:

1. Mini keg refrigerator: A mini keg fridge is compact and allows optimum use of space. It can be placed on the counter tops or another flat surface and fits into a corner of a room. These units usually fit one keg and they hold a spout on top. The mini keg refrigerators are reasonably priced between $70 - $200 a piece. The popular models in this category are Krubs BeerTender and Edgestar Mini Kegarator.

2. Home keg refrigerator: The home keg fridge is larger in size and can be used for any home or office party. It has more room to accommodate both, half barrel and quarter barrel kegs, and can often be transformed into an auto defrost refrigerator for individual beer cans and bottles. The prices for these units range from $400 to $3000.

3. Under counter keg refrigerator: The under counter fridge fits unto any kitchen or family room making it an ideal choice for beer lover. The specs are standard cabinetry height and the prices for these units are from $1000 onwards and can go up to $2000 plus.

4. Outdoor keg refrigerator: These full size keg fridges, made for outdoor use, are designed to meet commercial quality standards. The prices on these babies are relatively steep, ranging from $1400-$3000 per unit.

As you see, keg refrigerators are definitely not cheap and can make a sizable dent in your wallet, depending on the features you opt for; but it is money well spent considering the convenience this appliance provides. And let's not forget how economical it is in the long run. This purchase allows you to enjoy draft beer anytime without dishing out the greenbacks at a pricey bar every time you want a beer. With a keg fridge, you are all ready to tap (and serve) the cold brew right from the comfort of your own home.