Top Pick ✓ Under 2 A, under 5 cu ft
Midea 1.6 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (WHS-65LB1)
Best for: Fitting under a lofted bed or desk
Capacity1.6 cu ft
NoiseUnder 42 dB
Size19.4" tall
UArizona Dorm Rules and Gear
All gear here fits UArizona's housing appliance limits.
UArizona dorm appliance rules
University of Arizona dorms. Each resident may rent a Microfridge or bring their own fridge and microwave. Honors Village residents are encouraged to use thumbtacks or small nails instead of adhesives.
- Mini fridge Limits
- One per resident: under 5 cu ft, 120 V, rated under 2 A. Energy Star encouraged.
- Microwave Limits
- UL listed, 800 W max.
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
Kitchen
- Mini fridge Limits
- One per resident: under 5 cu ft, 120 V, rated under 2 A. Energy Star encouraged.
Energy rating less than 2 amps
- Microwave Limits
- UL listed, 800 W max.
Microwaves should be UL-listed, max 800 watts.
- Coffee maker Not published
- Not published.
- Keurig / single-serve Not published
- Not published.
- Electric kettle Not allowed
- Hot pots are prohibited.
- Air fryer Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Toaster / toaster oven Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Rice cooker Not published
- Not published.
- Instant Pot / pressure cooker Not allowed
- Instant Pots are prohibited.
- Hot plate Not allowed
- Induction burners and open-coil appliances are prohibited.
- Blender Not published
- Not published.
- Indoor grill / griddle Not allowed
- George Foreman grills and waffle irons are prohibited.
Personal care
- Hair dryer Not published
- Not published.
- Straightener / curling iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes iron Not published
- Not published.
- Clothes steamer Not published
- Not published.
Climate
- Space heater Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Fan Not published
- Not published.
- Air purifier Not published
- Not published.
- Humidifier Not published
- Not published.
- Window / portable AC Not published
- Not published.
Power & lighting
- Extension cords Not published
- Not published.
- Power strips / surge protectors Not published
- Not published.
- Halogen lamps Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Desk lamp Not published
- Not published.
- String / LED lights Limits
- Non-adhesive LED lights only; no sticky strips.
- Candles / incense Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Wax warmers Not allowed
- Candle warmers are prohibited.
Room
- Lofts Not published
- Not published.
- Bed risers Not allowed
- Not allowed.
- Adhesive hooks / strips Limits
- Nails, screws, thumbtacks and pins are prohibited on walls (Honors Village excepted).
- Over-the-door hooks Not published
- Not published.
Official sources (2)
Policies change. Always confirm current rules with University of Arizona Housing & Residential Life. Rules verified Oct 9, 2026.
Mini fridges
Arizona allows one fridge per resident under 5 cu ft, rated under 2 A. Every pick here has a published rating under 2 A.
Best Value ✓ Under 2 A, under 5 cu ft
BLACK+DECKER 1.7 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK17W)
Best for: Low-amp pick for strict power limits
Capacity1.7 cu ft
FreezerBuilt-in
Size19.7" tall
✓ Under 2 A, under 5 cu ft
BLACK+DECKER 3.2 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK32B)
Best for: A bigger freezer section
Capacity3.2 cu ft
Freezer0.9 cu ft
Size32.7" tall
✓ Under 2 A, under 5 cu ft
BLACK+DECKER 2.5 cu ft Compact Refrigerator (BCRK25W)
Best for: Small rooms with a per-person size cap
Capacity2.5 cu ft
FreezerBuilt-in
Size26.6" tall
Microwaves
Arizona allows UL-listed microwaves up to 800 W.
Top Pick ✓ Under 800 W
COMFEE' 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (EM720CPL-PMB)
Best for: Everyday reheating
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
Best Value ✓ Under 800 W
Chefman 0.7 cu ft Compact Microwave
Best for: Tight budgets
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.5"
✓ Under 800 W
Commercial Chef 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM770B)
Best for: Simple one-touch controls
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.6"
✓ Under 800 W
Farberware 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave
Best for: Multi-stage cooking
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.3"
✓ Under 800 W
Toshiba 0.7 cu ft Countertop Microwave (MM-EM07PA)
Best for: A trusted brand name
Power700 W
Capacity0.7 cu ft
Width17.1"
✓ Under 800 W
Commercial Chef 0.6 cu ft Countertop Microwave (CHM660B)
Best for: The smallest footprint
Power700 W
Capacity0.6 cu ft
Width17.8"
Don't forget
Move-in basics that fit UArizona housing rules.
Bed
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Twin XL sheets
Amazon Basics Microfiber Twin XL Sheet Set
Check your bed size
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Mattress topper
Bedsure Twin XL Mattress Pad
Twin XL size
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Mattress protector
Utopia Bedding Waterproof Twin XL Mattress Protector
Waterproof, Twin XL
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Bed shelf
BedShelfie Bedside Shelf with Cable Catch
Clips to the bed frame
Buy on Amazon
Bath & laundry
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Shower caddy
Attmu Mesh Shower Caddy, 9 Pockets
Mesh, quick-drying
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Shower shoes
Xomiboe Quick-Dry Shower Shoes
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Towels
Amazon Basics 6-Piece Cotton Towel Set
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Laundry hamper
Handy Laundry Pop-Up Mesh Hamper
Pops up, folds flat
Buy on Amazon
Room & desk
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Desk lamp
Lampat Dimmable LED Desk Lamp
LED; no halogen
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Under-bed storage
Amazon Basics Under-Bed Storage Bags
Slides under the bed
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Over-door hooks
FYY Over-the-Door Hooks, 4-Pack
No nails or tacks on walls
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Door mirror
SCWF-GZ Full-Length Over-the-Door Mirror
Hangs over the door
Buy on Amazon
Small stuff
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Command strips
Command Large Picture Hanging Strips
Removable adhesive strips
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First-aid kit
BAND-AID Travel Ready First Aid Kit, 80 Pieces
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Laptop lock
Kensington Combination Laptop Cable Lock
Needs a lock slot
Buy on Amazon
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