When you search for a 1.7 refrigerator you mostly want a compact dorm or office unit, but the listings mix in everything from full two door fridges to relay parts and starter components. Ignore the parts and focus on the actual mini fridges, where the real choice is layout. An all refrigerator gives you the steadiest temperature and the most usable cold space. A chiller box model adds a small freezer that often only frosts. A two door unit trades footprint for a genuine freezer section. We weighed the everyday details that decide whether you keep the thing. How steady the thermostat holds across a hot afternoon. Whether the door shelves swallow a tall bottle. How loud the compressor runs, because in a dorm or office you hear every cycle. Build quality and door seal round it out, since a flimsy gasket means the unit runs constantly and a cheap door sags within a year of daily opening.
Upstreman 1.5 Cu.Ft All-Refrigerator Mini Fridge, Single Door Small Refrigerator, Dorm Fridge with 7 Adjustable Thermostat, Compact Refrigerator for Office, Bedroom or Dorm, Silver-CR16
The Magic Chef 1.7-cu. ft. all refrigerator delivers steady temperatures and maximum cold space in a clean black finish, the most dependable everyday pick.
- Sleek All Silver Finish: This mini fridge boasts a seamless all-silver exterior, eliminating the bulky black plastic sides found in traditional models. The integrated hidden handle offers smooth access while maintaining clean lines, adding a modern, luxe-industrial style to any office, bedroom, or dorm room
- All-Refrigerator Design: Measuring 17.3"x17.9"x19.5" (WxDxH) with a 1.5 cu.ft capacity, this compact refrigerator is designed to optimize space with 1 removable glass shelf and 1 door beverage holder. Ideal for beverages, snacks, condiments, or meal prep essentials, its customizable organization ensures efficient refrigeration performance
- Energy Star Certified Efficiency: With an annual energy consumption of just 245 kWh, this ENERGY STAR-certified refrigerator costs approximately $0.1 per day to operate, helping reduce energy bills. It uses R600a refrigerant for safe and efficient cooling performance
- Adjustable Thermostat: Featuring 7 temperature settings ranging from 32°F to 50°F, this mini fridge allows you to easily adjust storage conditions for a variety of items, ensuring reliable cooling for all your essentials
DEMULLER 100L Black Mini Fridge 2 Door Compact Refrigerator with Freezer, Small Refrigerator with 7 Adjustable Temperature Control, 2 Removable Glass Shelves and 1 Crisper Drawer
The Upstreman 1.5 Cu. Ft. all refrigerator offers reliable cooling and a single door layout at a friendly position, covering dorm and office basics well.
- Double Door Mini Fridge: Double door mini fridge is more spacious than a normal single door fridge; 1.0 Cu.ft freezer section can be used to store ice cream and frozen food; 2.5 Cu.ft refrigerator section helps keep fruits and vegetables fresh for longer
- Adjustable Temperature Thermostat: By turning the seven thermostat knob, the range of the black refrigerator temperature control is from position one to seven the coldest; Keep your food fresh with temperatures ranging from -4 ℉ to 50 ℉
- Classic Design: This retro fridge is designed with a black exterior that adds adds a touch of retro charm to your room; Dual doors and handles add convenience and beauty, while the compact size keeps drinks and snacks within easy reach
- Energy-efficient Design: Small refrigerator with advanced compressor, cools quickly without using too much energy and operates at an average of 38 dB during normal use, which won't disturb your daily life
Magic Chef 1.7-cu. ft. Mini Fridge in Black, Small Compact All Refrigerator with No Freezer for Bedroom, Apartment, Dorm Room, Office
The DEMULLER 100L two door compact adds a separate freezer section, a strong alternative when you want real frozen storage in a small box.
- All Refrigerator: 1.7-cu. ft. capacity is entirely all refrigerator, just right for storing your favorite beverages and fresh food items with no freezer taking up extra space
- Energy Star Qualified: Meets or exceeds federal guidelines for energy efficiency, which means year-round energy savings
- Adjustable Settings: Whether you prefer your beverages chilled to perfection or need a slightly warmer setting for your snacks, this refrigerator offers customized cooling options to suit your preferences
- Door Storage: Provides space for taller items and smaller items to efficiently utilize interior capacity and optimize food organization
DEMULLER Mini Fridge with Freezer, 45L Personal Refrigerator Only for One Person Use, Silver Tiny Small Size Refrigerator with 7 Level Adjustable Temperature and Double Door
The DEMULLER 45L personal fridge keeps it minimal for one person, the right pick for a desk or bedside that only needs a few drinks cold.
- Ideal Tiny Size with Suitable Storage: 15 x 14.6 x 30.8 inches, the silver mini fridge fits perfectly into home space; Suitable capacity with a freezer capacity of 0.8 Cu.Ft on top and a refrigerator space of 1.6 Cu.Ft below
- Adjustable Temperature Settings: This DEMULLER small fridge has seven temperature settings with exceptional cooling capability; The freezer maintains temp ranging from -0.4 °F to 32 °F, while the refrigerator maintains keeps temp between 32 °F to 50 °F
- User-friendly Design: Enjoy your compact fridge with ease; Two removable shelves add further flexibility and convenience; Two adjustable legs allow you to balance the machine on uneven ground; Manual defrosting makes cleaning easier
- Excellent Cooling: The mini refrigerator with advanced compressor, cools quickly without using too much energy and operates at an average of 38 dB during normal use, which won't disturb your daily life and work
1 Pack QP2-4.7 QP2-4R7 4.7 Ohm Refrigerator 1 Pin PTC Start/Starter Relay Refrigerator Overload Protector Fits Whirlpool Frigidaire Kenmore and Most Mini Fridges and Coolers
The Magic Chef all refrigerator stands in again as the premium choice, since its steady cooling and sturdier build justify it over the smaller units.
- Package Included: You will get 1x 4.7 Ohm 1 pin PTC start relay and 1x 1/2HP Refrigerator overload protector
- Replaces part numbers like AP4439459, 1357963, AH3529540, EA3529540, PS3529540.
- 1 Pin Refrigerator Starter Relay with 6750C-0005P Refrigerator Overload Protector
- Widely applied: Suitable for various of most mini fridges, compact refrigerators, beverage & wine/beer coolers, deep freezers, chest freezer, beer/wine refrigerators, Easy to install
Key buying factors
Searches for this size surface relay components and starter parts mixed with fridges. Confirm you are looking at an actual appliance, not a replacement part, before adding to cart.
All refrigerator units give steadier temps and more space, chiller models add a small freezer that often frosts, and two door units offer a real freezer at the cost of footprint.
A 7 setting thermostat that holds steady keeps the door and back shelf close. Cheap compacts run warm on the door side, spoiling dairy sooner than the back shelf.
In a dorm or office the compressor is constant company. Quieter units keep to a low hum, while budget models rattle each time the cooling kicks on.
A solid door and a tight gasket keep the unit efficient and lasting. Flimsy doors sag with daily use and weak seals make the compressor run nonstop.
Types explained
Single door, no freezer box, steadiest temps and most usable space.
Best for: People who only need cold storage and want maximum room and stability.Adds a small freezer compartment inside the single door.
Best for: Dorms and offices that occasionally need to freeze a few items or make ice.Separate freezer door for deliberate frozen storage.
Best for: Users who need a real freezer section and accept a slightly larger footprint.Care & usage tips
Leave a new unit upright for a day before plugging in if it shipped on its side, so compressor oil settles and cooling runs at full efficiency from day one.
Manual defrost freezers ice over. When frost passes a quarter inch, empty and thaw the unit, since buildup steals space and overworks the compressor.
Leave clearance behind and above for heat to escape, and keep the door gasket clean and flexible so it seals tight and the unit does not run constantly.
Half the frustration with a 1.7 mini fridge comes from buying the wrong layout, since an all refrigerator beats a chiller box version whenever you do not genuinely need to freeze anything.
Read the listing title carefully before buying, because searches for this size pull in relay parts and starter components alongside actual fridges, and the photos are not always obvious.
Frequently asked questions
Why do some 1.7 listings show parts instead of fridges?+
The search term catches relay and starter components used in refrigerators. Read the title and confirm you are buying an actual appliance, not a replacement part, before checkout.
All-refrigerator or one with a freezer?+
If you rarely freeze anything, the all refrigerator layout holds steadier temperatures and gives more usable space. The small chiller box often only frosts and steals fridge room.
Are these quiet enough for a dorm?+
Quieter compressors keep to a low hum, fine for studying or sleeping nearby. Budget units rattle when cycling, so check noise comments if it sits close to your bed or desk.
Will the door reverse for a tight corner?+
Most 1.7 mini fridges offer reversible hinges so the door clears a wall or furniture. Confirm before buying if your space forces a specific swing direction.