Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer
#2 in LargeFull review
A frost-free 17 cu ft convertible at the lowest price per cubic foot among the major brands.
Amazon $769.99$769.99
The Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer is the better freezer overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer leads on value, efficiency and warranty. The SMETA DSD-507WMU 13.8 cu ft Convertible Upright Freezer costs $10.99 less ($759 vs $769.99).
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SMETA DSD-507WMU 13.8 cu ft Convertible Upright Freezer
#6 in LargeFull review
A frost-free 13.8 cu ft convertible with alarms and good storage at a moderate price.
Amazon $759$759
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer for value ($45.29 per cu ft ($769.99, 17 cu ft) vs $55 per cu ft ($759, 13.8 cu ft)), efficiency (435 kWh a year (25.6 kWh per cu ft) vs 394 kWh a year (28.6 kWh per cu ft)) and warranty (1-year full warranty, 5 years on the compressor vs 1-year full warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large freezer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer | SMETA DSD-507WMU 13.8 cu ft Convertible Upright Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 68 $45.29 per cu ft ($769.99, 17 cu ft) | 50 $55 per cu ft ($759, 13.8 cu ft) |
| Efficiency 20% | 53 435 kWh a year (25.6 kWh per cu ft) | 29 394 kWh a year (28.6 kWh per cu ft) |
| Garage 10% | 80 garage ready, lowest room temperature not stated | 80 garage ready, lowest room temperature not stated |
| Warranty 15% | 22 1-year full warranty, 5 years on the compressor | 0 1-year full warranty |
| Features 25% | 90 frost-free defrost, alarm, converts to fridge, 4 shelves, 4 bins or drawers | 95 frost-free defrost, alarm, lock, converts to fridge, 4 shelves, 5 bins or drawers |
Specifications
| Black+Decker BUC1700XW 17 cu ft Convertible Freezer | SMETA DSD-507WMU 13.8 cu ft Convertible Upright Freezer | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 17 cu ft | 13.8 cu ft |
| Shelves | 4 | 4 |
| Bins and drawers | 4 | 5 |
| Defrost | Frost free | Frost free |
| Converts to fridge | Yes | Yes |
| Energy and placement | ||
| Energy use | 435 kWh/yr | 394 kWh/yr |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | Yes |
| Garage ready | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Lock | - | Yes |
| Dimensions | 28 x 31.9 x 68 in | 28 x 29.5 x 61.8 in |
| Weight | 165.3 lb | 144 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Compressor warranty | 5 years | - |
| Released | 2025-01-16 | 2020-10-15 |