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Magic ChefModel: HMAR170STE

Magic Chef 1.7 Cubic Feet Refrigerator HMAR170STE

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Specs as Magic Chef records them — how our numbers are made

Below its 60-day median on 0 of the last 53 days tracked · Lowest tracked $179.99 on 05/14/2026

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Fridge.com Price Intelligence

Current
$205
90-day tracked avg
$203
Lowest tracked
$180
May 2026
In line with its typical price
avg $203

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Based on 32 prices we’ve tracked since May 2026. Some retailers only reveal their lowest price in cart — we never guess those; figures use displayed prices only.

The Magic Chef HMAR170STE is a mini-fridge with a 1.7 cubic foot capacity and a stainless steel finish. This unit functions as an all-refrigerator design with no freezer compartment. The stainless steel material covers the exterior, and this model is one of eight finish variants available in the Magic Chef mini-fridge line.

This compact refrigerator is designed for use in bedrooms, dorm rooms, apartments, and offices where a smaller cooling solution is needed. The unit requires access to a standard electrical outlet and does not need a water line since it lacks an ice maker or water dispenser. Before purchasing, confirm that the unit's dimensions will fit your intended space and that the 1.7 cubic foot capacity meets your refrigeration needs.

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Fridge.com Expert Verdict

The Magic Chef HMAR170STE — freezerless.

  • 1.7 cu. ft. of usable storage — a compact footprint that fits tight kitchens, dorms, and offices.
  • Measures 17.3″ W × 19.6″ H × 18.9″ D, so confirm your alcove and door swing before ordering.
  • Currently listed at $205.08 based on the live offers above.

Specifications

Technical Specs

Energy source check: Recorded ENERGY STAR model: HMAR170STE. Record 4000165, qualified 2025-03-14, imported 2026-09-17. Stored record dates do not establish current certification or a current Most Efficient designation.

Dimensions (W×H×D)17.3" × 19.6" × 18.9"
Total Capacity1.7 cubic feet
Energy Usage245 kWh/year
Calculated vs. Federal Standard10.9% below (uses 245 kWh/year vs 275 kWh/year federal standard)
ColorStainless Steel
FinishStainless Steel

From the manufacturer documents

Magic Chef HMAR170STE diagrams from the manual

Extracted from the manufacturer documents archived for the Magic Chef HMAR170STE: parts diagram. The same pages ship inside the documents linked above.

Parts diagram for the Magic Chef HMAR170STE, from the manufacturer document
Parts diagram · page 4

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Price$205.08$188.99$209.99—
Capacity (cu ft)1.71.7——
Width17.3——23.88
Depth18.9——26.25
Annual Energy Use (kWh)245245215—
ColorStainless SteelStainless SteelWhiteStainless Steel
FinishStainless Steel———
Top features
  • Stainless Steel finish
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Documentation

Manuals & Guides

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Brand Background

About Magic Chef

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Magic Chef has been a fixture in American kitchens since 1929 and now operates under MCA Corporation from its headquarters in Wood Dale, Illinois. The brand has carved out a clear niche in the budget segment, focusing primarily on compact refrigeration solutions for dorm rooms, offices, apartments, and secondary living spaces where full-size appliances simply won't fit. The Fridge.com catalog currently tracks 39 active products from Magic Chef, with compact refrigerators representing the largest category at 11 units, followed by ice makers with eight models. The lineup also includes beverage coolers, mini fridges, beverage centers, and upright freezers, demonstrating the brand's commitment to space-conscious cooling solutions across multiple categories. Products like the MCB17CHM beverage cooler appear among the most-tracked items in the catalog. With an average rating of 3.9 out of 5, Magic Chef delivers reasonable performance expectations for shoppers prioritizing affordability and compact dimensions over premium features. For consumers furnishing a first apartment, outfitting a home bar, or adding supplemental cold storage, Magic Chef remains a practical entry point into the refrigeration market.

Founded
1929
Parent company
MCA Corporation
Brand rating (aggregate)
3.7/5 · 117 reviews
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Price history

30-day price history

Magic Chef 1.7 Cubic Feet Refrigerator price history: low $205.08 (Oct 2), high $205.08 (Oct 2), latest $205.08 (Oct 24).

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

60-day price baseline: $205.08 median from 24 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 22 readings came back at $205.08. The flat line connects those observations; prices between checks are unknown.

Lowest tracked$205.08Oct 2
60-day typical$205.08median reading
Highest tracked$205.08Oct 2
Most recent$205.08Oct 24
Tracked price history for Magic Chef 1.7 Cubic Feet Refrigerator22 tracked readings for Magic Chef 1.7 Cubic Feet Refrigerator, Sep 25 to Oct 24, 2026. Lowest $205.08 (Oct 2); highest $205.08 (Oct 2); most recent $205.08 (Oct 24); 60-day typical $205.08.
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Oct 21$205.08
Oct 22$205.08
Oct 23$205.08
Oct 24$205.08

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