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Magic Chef MCAR170BE vs Avanti AVASHP1701B

The Magic Chef MCAR170BE and the Avanti AVASHP1701B are both mini fridges in the same size and price class. Below is a side-by-side of their real capacity, dimensions, energy use, and current prices so you can pick the one that fits your space and budget — no invented ratings, just the specs and live pricing.

1.7 cu. ft. Freestanding Mini Fridge
Magic Chef1.7 cu. ft. Freestanding Mini Fridge
$162at Amazon
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Avanti SHP1701B 1.7 Cu.Ft Superconductor Compact Refrigerator, Black
AvantiAvanti SHP1701B 1.7 Cu.Ft Superconductor Compact Refrigerator, Black
$279at Amazon
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View price at Amazon$279

At a glance

Lower priceMagic ChefMagic Chef is $117 cheaper at last check.
More capacityTieBoth hold about 1.7 cu ft.
More product photosMagic ChefMagic Chef has more real photos to inspect (7 vs 6).

Specifications, side by side

SpecMagic ChefAvanti
TypeMini FridgesMini Fridges
ModelMCAR170BEAVASHP1701B
Capacity1.7 cu ft1.7 cu ft
Dimensions17.3" W × 19.5" H × 18.9" D
Energy use
ColorBlackBlack
Price
$162at Amazon
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$279at Amazon
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Frequently asked

Which should you buy, the Magic Chef MCAR170BE or the Avanti AVASHP1701B?

The Magic Chef MCAR170BE wins on 1 of the 1 measurable factors (lower price). Choose it unless a spec the Avanti AVASHP1701B wins matters more to you.

Is the Magic Chef MCAR170BE or the Avanti AVASHP1701B cheaper?

Magic Chef is $117 cheaper at last check.

Which holds more, the Magic Chef MCAR170BE or the Avanti AVASHP1701B?

Both hold about 1.7 cu ft.

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