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Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

If you love to accumulate freezable bargains and want extra freezer space, a chest freezer is ideal. Typically found in garages or outbuildings, they allow you to benefit from discount prices at supermarkets.

This Currys own brand provides an adequate amount of storage (around 5 bags) for the price. It also comes with an A+ energy rating so it's a low-cost option to run. It also features a counterbalanced, top which makes it easier to organize food items.

Capacity

When you have less space than you need for a tall freezer but still wish to store enough summer ice cream or stews that are cooked in batches A compact chest is the ideal choice. These smaller models are typically smaller and wider than full-sized models, so they are smaller and take up less space. Some even fit in your garage and are a great alternative for those who grow their own food or prefer to purchase fresh produce in bulk and then freeze it as soon as they can.

Some models come with a basket on top that keeps bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice lollies in a straight line. This helps prevent small or frequently used foods from falling to the bottom of the refrigerator. These are a great way to store any bags of frozen baguettes, bread, and other things.

The cheapest chest freezers will cost more than PS1000 and are often placed under the kitchen sink or in a utility room. If you're seeking something a bit more elegant then the Bush BECF99L comes with a stylish black case that comes with an open drain on the front that makes defrosting easier. The model is a little smaller than many of its competitors, but still has a storage capacity of 100-litres. It can hold three bags of food items.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can simplify mealtimes for families who cook a lot of batch cooking or who want to cut down on food waste. It can also reduce trips to the store, particularly if you grow your own fruits and veggies. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for storing surplus produce and making microwave-friendly meals.

Chest freezers are typically well-insulated. This means they do not lose the same amount of cold air when they're opened like freezer and fridge doors could. And they can be incredibly energy efficient, especially if you choose a model equipped with low-frost technology. Low frost models require less freezing and can save you the cost of electric bills.

Many chest freezers have features that make them even more efficient. Be sure to look for a power-outage assurance, which signifies that the unit will stay frozen in the event of a power outage and also a high-temperature warning or light, which warns you when the interior temperature is rising.

It's worth checking a model's annual energy consumption in kWh in addition, because this will give you an idea of how much it will cost to run. This figure is usually located in the manual or energy label. chest freezers frost free uk come with a storage basket that clips over the top of the freezer, keeping small items from getting lost in the chaos below.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model is a fantastic choice for caravans and motorhomes, kitchenettes and student accommodation as it has just enough space to accommodate quietly. It has a capacity of around 100 litres, sufficient for three bags of shopping, and it is energy efficient and has an A+ rating, so it will not cost you a lot to run. It also keeps food frozen even without power for 30 hours making it useful as a backup freezer in case there is a power blackout.

It is quiet and is simple and minimalist in its design. It is ideal for those who do not want to be disturbed by their freezer when working in the kitchen or living room. It comes with a useful internal light and comes with storage baskets for easy organisation.

Baskets for storage

Look for models with wire storage baskets which clip onto the rim. These baskets will keep everyday items like frozen veg and chopped onions away from the potential chaos below. They are also useful for items like open packets, oven chips or frozen vegetables that require to be stored up to the ceiling.

A high-temperature alarm or light is another handy feature that buyers appreciate. This will notify you when the freezer becomes too warm after cleaning, defrosting or adding lots of food items that are not frozen. This is a very valuable security feature, particularly when you intend to put your mini chest freezer in your garage or other outbuildings.

Despite its modest size, this Bush model still provides plenty of extra freezer space at a moderate cost. It's great for storing summer ice creams and batch-cooked winter stews and can be put in an outbuilding or garage when you'd like to. It's also simple to use due to the lid's counterbalanced design that will not close on your head when you look through it.

Chest freezers are notorious for accumulating food clutter and, if not properly organized, it's easy to forget what's in them. There are plenty of ways to make a tiny chest freezer more manageable and less prone to waste. If it's a list on a poster or an extensive inventory sheet for your freezer (there's an example here), the right organising system will ensure that your mini-chest freezer runs smoothly.