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Small Chest Freezers UK Buying Guide
A small chest freezer can be really useful as a backup to your main freezer, or if you don't have the space or budget for anything bigger. Here is our round-up of the best chest freezers (less than 150 litres) on the market.
Small Chest FreezersFrequently Asked: Should I Replace My Old Chest Freezer?
Is your chest freezer over 20 years old? Does it makes excessive noise or always seem to be running? Constant frost build-up? Perhaps it's time for an upgrade! Read our upgrade checklist.
Replace Your Chest Freezer?Chest Freezer Too Big? Try Table Top Freezers ("Mini Freezers")
When even a small chest freezer is just too big for your space, consider a mini-freezer - also known as a counter-top or a table-top freezer.
Mini FreezersChest Freezers from a High Street Chemist? That's the Boots Advantage!
Did you know that Boots, the popular high street chemist, has been selling kitchen appliances online for a few years now? Upgrade your freezer and earn Boots Advantage points!
Chest Freezers at BootsAre Chest Freezers Suitable for the Garage?
A question we are often asked is "Can I use a chest freezer in a garage or other unheated outbuilding?" We have written an in-depth article on this, and identified those freezers that are confirmed to work safely in these conditions.
Garage FreezersFeatured Chest Freezers
Can slot right into tiny spaces, including caravans and motorhomes.
This small chest freezer from Currys is safe for the garage and is reasonably priced.
Can a chest freezer also be used as a fridge? This one can at the flick of a switch - party on!
Although suitable for the garage, the contemporary black finish looks good around the house too.
High spec but low on price - this Currys own brand is popular with larger households.
A monster among freezers, swallowing around 26 bags of shopping yet frugal with energy use.
Cheap as Chips! Chest Freezers on a Budget
We've researched the latest freezer models and found the best affordable chest freezers in each size category.
Cheap Chest FreezersDo Frost Free Chest Freezers Exist?
We get asked about this more than anything else. So where are they all and why does frost build up in the first place?
Frost Free Chest Freezers
GET ORGANISED
We're glad to see this stepped worktop organiser back at Poundland - keep everything looking neat and tidy and within easy reach for just £1!
Where to Buy Extra Baskets for your Chest Freezer
Chest freezer makers are notoriously stingy when supplying baskets with their products. We've tracked down the top online basket sellers.
Chest Freezers BasketsRevealed: Annual Energy Cost for Every Chest Freezer
How much does it cost to run a chest freezer? Find out chest freezer electricity use with our animated graph comparing them side-by-side.
Chest Freezer CostsAbout the New Energy Efficiency Rating System for Home Appliances
A new energy rating scale came into effect for all home appliances in March 2021. Find out what changed and how to read the new energy labels supplied with every new electrical appliance.
New Energy LabelsHow Safe is Your Frozen Food After a Powercut?
Powercuts are a rare occurrence these days, but do you know how safe frozen food in your freezer would be following a powercut?
Chest Freezers & Powercuts
BUYING ADVICE
Chest Freezers: all you need to know
Here is a quick summary version of our exclusive buyers guide - read the full version here
Why Buy a Chest Freezer?
In short, you can save money and have more choice.
- Bulk buy food cheaply to use over several months
- Have a wider range of food options at meal time
- Reduce waste by freezing some leftovers for later
- Food that is frozen straight after picking or preparing is as good as fresh food
A Freezer in the Garage?
If you're looking for a freezer suitable for the garage, look out for models specifically designed for use in unheated outbuildings - more and more manufacturers are producing such freezers these days.
Capacity
Measured in litres, the Net Capacity is the total usable space available inside for your frozen food.
Energy Use
Appliance efficiency (rated from A - G under the new energy rating system) and consumption (kWh) give an idea of how economical the freezer is to run (it's running 24/7 remember). The most energy efficient appliances are rated A, although most freezers are rated F.
Noise
Measured in decibels (dB), this tells you how noisy the freezer is - useful if you will be keeping it indoors.
Food Safe Time
(Also known as rising time). In the event of a power cut, how long frozen food in the freezer is safe for.
Fast Freeze
This system freezes food quicker while still retaining flavour and texture. Can be a manual switch or an automatic system (in more expensive models).
Lockable
A lockable lid is a useful security feature if the freezer will be kept in the garage or other outbuilding.
Counterbalanced Lid
A counterbalanced lid means it will stay open at a set angle and won't slam shut.
Defrosting
A front drain is more accessible and makes manual defrosting easier. Unfortunately unlike fridges, there are no frost free chest freezers.
Read the Full Buyers Guide