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Black+Decker 17 cu. ft. Convertible Freezer Refrigerator, Upright Freezer With Glass Shelves, Energy Star Rated, Frost Free, BUC1700XB, Black | Fridge.com
Black+DeckerModel: BUC1700XB

Black+Decker 17 cu. ft. Convertible Freezer Refrigerator, Upright Freezer With Glass Shelves, Energy Star Rated, Frost Free, BUC1700XB, Black

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Below its 60-day median on 0 of the last 46 days tracked · Lowest tracked $649.99 on 05/14/2024

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Current
$770
90-day tracked avg
$774
Lowest tracked
$650
May 2024
In line with its typical price
avg $774

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This Black+Decker upright freezer offers 17 cubic feet of storage capacity, providing ample space for frozen food organization. The unit measures 28 inches wide, 68.1 inches tall, and 31.9 inches deep, making it suitable for kitchens, garages, or utility rooms where vertical storage is preferred. With an estimated annual energy consumption of 288 kilowatt-hours per year, you can plan your household energy costs accordingly. The upright design allows for easier access to frozen items compared to chest-style freezers, with shelving that helps keep contents visible and organized. This freezer works well for families needing extra frozen storage or for those who buy groceries in bulk.

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Fridge.com Expert Verdict

The Black+Decker BUC1700XB — upright freezer.

  • 17 cu. ft. of usable storage — a practical mid-size footprint.
  • Measures 28″ W × 68.1″ H × 31.9″ D, so confirm your alcove and door swing before ordering.
  • ENERGY STAR® certified, which translates to lower utility bills over the unit's lifetime.
  • Currently listed at $769.99 based on the live offers above.

Specifications

Technical Specs

Energy source check: Recorded ENERGY STAR model: BUC1700XB. Record 3943381, qualified 2025-01-16, imported 2026-09-17. Stored record dates do not establish current certification or a current Most Efficient designation.

Dimensions (W×H×D)28" × 68.1" × 31.9"
Total Capacity17 cubic feet
Energy Usage288 kWh/year
Calculated vs. Federal Standard10.6% below (uses 288 kWh/year vs 322 kWh/year federal standard)
ColorBlack
FinishBlack

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Price$769.99$944$899$983
Capacity (cu ft)1717.316.717.3
Width2832.8729.9532.88
Height68.164.7567.364.88
Depth31.931.3728.431.25
ColorBlackWhite—White
FinishBlack———
Top features
  • Convertible Design: This versatile 17 cu. ft. stand up freezer effortlessly transitions to a full size refrigerator, offering adaptable freezer storage and food storage solutions for various needs
  • Spacious 17 Cu. Ft. Capacity: This garage freezer offers ample space to store all your frozen foods, including meat and bulk items. An ideal freezer upright for families requiring extra storage
  • Electronic Control: Manage your standing freezer refrigerator settings with ease using the LED display, ensuring precise temperature control in both garage freezer and vertical refrigerator mode
  • Garage Ready
  • Power Outage Promise
  • Turbo Freeze
  • 16.7 cu. ft. (473 L) capacity upright freezer
  • Convenient frost free design prevents frost buildup on the inside of the unit
  • Intuitive digital thermostat allows for more precise temperature control
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Brand Background

About Black+Decker

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Black+Decker has built its reputation over more than a century since its 1910 founding, and while the brand is perhaps best known for power tools and small appliances, its refrigeration lineup has grown into a substantial offering for budget-conscious shoppers. Fridge.com currently tracks 112 active products from this Towson, Maryland-based subsidiary of Stanley Black & Decker, with the catalog skewing heavily toward compact and space-efficient solutions. Top-freezer models represent the largest category with 42 units, followed closely by 35 upright freezers and 12 chest freezers, making Black+Decker a particularly strong option for those seeking standalone freezer storage. The brand also maintains smaller selections of compact refrigerators, beverage centers, and specialty units including a wine cooler and kegerator. Popular models like the BR1210HS and BR1460HB top-freezer refrigerators see consistent tracking activity, reflecting steady consumer interest in these entry-level options. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars across its product range, Black+Decker delivers reliable performance at accessible price points, serving renters, students, and anyone furnishing secondary spaces where full-size refrigeration would be impractical.

Founded
1910
Parent company
Stanley Black & Decker
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Before You Buy

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Black+Decker BUC1700XB fit my space — what are its dimensions?
The Black+Decker BUC1700XB measures 28 inches wide × 68.1 inches tall × 31.9 inches deep. Plan an opening at least 29 inches wide and 69.1 inches tall. Allow 1–2 inches behind for ventilation and check the door-swing side against your layout.
How much can the Black+Decker BUC1700XB hold?
The Black+Decker BUC1700XB offers 17 cubic feet of storage. As a common industry rule of thumb, each cubic foot holds roughly 35 lbs of frozen food, so figure on about 595 lbs.
How much does the Black+Decker BUC1700XB cost to run per year?
The Black+Decker BUC1700XB uses about 288 kWh per year — roughly $52 per year at the average U.S. electricity rate, 11% less than the federal standard for its size. It is ENERGY STAR certified. Rates vary by state — estimate your exact cost with the energy cost calculator.
Is the Black+Decker BUC1700XB frost-free?
Yes — the Black+Decker BUC1700XB defrosts automatically, so you never have to empty it to chip out ice. Frost-free models use slightly more energy than manual-defrost ones in exchange for zero maintenance.
Price history

30-day price history

Black+Decker 17 cu. ft. Convertible Freezer Refrigerator, Upright Freezer With Glass Shelves, Energy Star Rated, Frost Free, BUC1700XB, Black price history: low $769.99 (Oct 24), high $769.99 (Oct 24), latest $769.99 (Nov 6).

Deals use a 60-day price baseline; charts show 30 days of history.

60-day price baseline: $769.99 median from 13 recorded days. Deal eligibility requires further checks.

Daily low over the last 30 days. Lowest recorded new-condition price across tracked retailer offers. Retailer coverage can change.

Recorded prices stayed the same. All 12 readings came back at $769.99. The flat line connects those observations; prices between checks are unknown.

Lowest tracked$769.99Oct 24
60-day typical$769.99median reading
Highest tracked$769.99Oct 24
Most recent$769.99Nov 6
Tracked price history for Black+Decker 17 cu. ft. Convertible Freezer Refrigerator, Upright Freezer With Glass Shelves, Energy Star Rated, Frost Free, BUC1700XB, Black12 tracked readings for Black+Decker 17 cu. ft. Convertible Freezer Refrigerator, Upright Freezer With Glass Shelves, Energy Star Rated, Frost Free, BUC1700XB, Black, Oct 8 to Nov 6, 2026. Lowest $769.99 (Oct 24); highest $769.99 (Oct 24); most recent $769.99 (Nov 6); 60-day typical $769.99.
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Oct 24$769.99
Oct 25$769.99
Oct 26$769.99
Oct 27$769.99
Oct 30$769.99
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Nov 1$769.99
Nov 2$769.99
Nov 3$769.99
Nov 4$769.99
Nov 5$769.99
Nov 6$769.99

Dots mark observed prices; connecting lines show change, not observations between checks. Unobserved prices, including in-cart prices, are never invented.