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The Best Chest Freezers in the UK
Our experts have reviewed chest freezers to ensure you can select the best one for your home. These freezers are perfect for hunters, families and gardeners who are looking to maximize their harvest.
As opposed to upright models freezers require manual defrosting in order to ensure they're working effectively and prevent the icing from spreading. Strong storage baskets keep small items from getting lost and a counterbalanced top lid won't hit you on the head while you search for the frozen pizza from last month.
1. Haier HCE519F
If you don't mind paying a little more for extra space, this robust and built-to-last chest freezer is the perfect. Its capacity of 252L is enough to store more than 10 shopping bags and is ideal for large families. It can be used in garages, outbuildings that are not heated and even inside the home. Low frost technology makes it easy to maintain and requires only defrosting every few years.
The lid is balanced so that you can easily sift your belongings and not have to be concerned about the lid hitting you in the head. This is especially helpful when you're looking for frozen fish fingers that have been forgotten. A wire basket can be slid over the rim to store smaller items. It also has an internal light that can help you sort through your contents.
The energy consumption of the freezer is rated A on the new energy efficiency scale which makes it a great choice if you want to save money on electricity. It can keep food safe for up to 24 hours in the case of power outages also, which is great for peace of mind.
3. LOGIK L198CFB20
Chest freezers are a great option for hunters who prefer to store their kills in freezers or for anyone who needs extra storage. These models are designed to be installed in garages or unheated outbuildings. chest freezer near me Frydge are able to operate at lower temperatures than a fridge freezer, as they are placed where hot air rises, and cold air falls.
This stylish black model has a good-sized 142 litre capacity and looks the business tucked away in your garage. It comes with a lid that is counterbalanced and an adjustable thermostat. The only drawback is that it needs manual defrost. You'll need to reach in with a scraper every now and then.
It's assessed at A+ for energy efficiency and comes with a unique fast-freeze function that helps lower the temperature quicker than the average freezer, making it easy for you to fill up on those summer ice creams or winter stews cooked in batch. It's also a great option for outbuilding use and is able to operate at temperatures ranging from - to 15C. It can hold food safely for up to 16 hours in the event of a power cut and can also be used in the event of a power outage.
4. Bush BECF99L
This Bush chest freezer is ideal to have extra storage at a low cost. It's the perfect size to tuck away in the corner of your home and can be used in areas that aren't heated such as garages and outbuildings. It has a lid that is counterbalanced so it doesn't shut on your head while you're retrieving food items. It's also almost silent, so you aren't disturbed when you're at home. The only downsides are that it doesn't come with a digital display or temperature warnings, and there's only one storage basket inside the freezer.
With a capacity of 139 millilitres this chest freezer is large enough to store 10 bags worth of groceries. It's also small and quiet, which means it won't take too much room in your kitchen. It's also great for the environment and is rated with an A+ rating. Dual cooling means that you can make use of it as a fridge which is ideal when you want to keep chilled drinks in the summer.