Upstreman FR17 vs Hitachi HRTN5198MX: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Hitachi HRTN5198MX is cheaper by SAR 229 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Lower annual energy use: 80 kWh vs 244 kWh
  • Lighter (13.38 kg vs 38 kg)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 229
  • Larger total capacity: 181 L vs 46 L
  • Larger fresh-food capacity: 132 L vs 41 L
  • Larger freezer capacity: 49 L vs 5 L

The deciding difference here: total capacity and fresh-food capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Total capacity

    46 L✓ 181 L
  • Fresh-food capacity

    41 L✓ 132 L
  • Freezer capacity

    5 L✓ 49 L

Specifications side by side

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Spec
UpstremanSAR 1,828
Upstreman FR17 specs
HitachiSAR 1,599
Hitachi HRTN5198MX specs
Reference priceSAR 1,828SAR 1,599
Total capacity46 L✓ 181 L
ConfigurationSingle doorTop freezer
Inverter compressor—Yes
Dimensions45×49×48 cm56×54×133.8 cm

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in total capacity between the Upstreman FR17 and the Hitachi HRTN5198MX?

Total capacity is higher on the Hitachi HRTN5198MX: 181 L vs 46 L on the Upstreman FR17. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in configuration between the Upstreman FR17 and the Hitachi HRTN5198MX?

Upstreman FR17: Single door; Hitachi HRTN5198MX: Top freezer. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in dimensions between the Upstreman FR17 and the Hitachi HRTN5198MX?

Upstreman FR17: 45×49×48 cm; Hitachi HRTN5198MX: 56×54×133.8 cm. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in fresh-food capacity between the Upstreman FR17 and the Hitachi HRTN5198MX?

Fresh-food capacity is higher on the Hitachi HRTN5198MX: 132 L vs 41 L on the Upstreman FR17. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.