A mid-size Frigidaire that has built real trust, earning a 4.3 rating across hundreds of reviews; a sensible, no-drama 17.4 cu ft fridge for buyers who value a proven name over flashy features.
Households wanting a dependable mid-size 17.4 cu ft refrigerator from an established brand with a long track record of owner reviews.
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Capacity 5.5 cu ft
Capacity of 5.5 cu ft - smaller than 81% of the 23 models we track
Pros
Established Frigidaire brand with a strong reputation
Large 268-review base for confidence
Solid 4.3 rating from real owners
Practical 17.4 cu ft mid-size capacity
Clean, neutral silver finish
Cons
Sparse published specs limit detailed comparison
No smart or connected features
Plain styling won't stand out in a kitchen
Listing leaves layout details unconfirmed
Our scorecard
4.3/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 268 owner ratings
Value for money0.6/5
$273 per cubic foot, above the category median
Popularity4.8/5
268 owner reviews, more than most models here
Storage space1.2/5
5.5 cu ft, compact for this category
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other refrigerators and freezers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Frigidaire FRQG1721AV is a 17.4-cubic-foot refrigerator in a clean silver finish, positioned as a straightforward mid-size choice. It doesn't chase smart features or showcase styling; instead it leans on Frigidaire's reputation and a capacity that comfortably covers a small family or an active couple.
What sets it apart from many entries in this round-up is its track record. With 268 reviews and a 4.3 rating, it has far more owner feedback than the newer or niche models nearby, which gives buyers more confidence about day-to-day reliability rather than a thin early sample.
The published spec sheet is light, so the safest claims are the ones the listing confirms: 17.4 cubic feet, a silver finish, and the Frigidaire name. For buyers who want a familiar, well-reviewed fridge in the mid-size range, that combination is the point.
Specifications
Capacity
5.5 cu ft
Performance notes
At 17.4 cubic feet, this fridge is sized for a small family or a couple who shop weekly, sitting between compact apartment units and the largest French door models in this group. Because the structured spec sheet is limited, performance judgments lean on the confirmed capacity and the unusually deep review history rather than on published cooling or defrost details. The large number of consistent 4.3-star reviews is itself a useful performance signal for a mid-size everyday fridge.
What buyers say
Buyers tend to value the Frigidaire name, the dependable mid-size capacity, and the reassurance of a large, steady review base. The main limitation owners and shoppers note is how little detailed specification the listing provides, which makes side-by-side feature comparison harder than with more fully documented models.
