Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

A chest freezer is a great option for those who love to stock frozen items and need additional freezer space. They are typically found in garages or outbuildings. They allow you to get the benefit of price reductions at supermarkets.

This Currys own brand offers an adequate amount of storage (around five bags) at a reasonable price. It it has an A+ energy rating, which means it's cheap to run. It also comes with a lid that is counterbalanced, making it easier to divide food.

Capacity

A small chest freezer is a great option if you don't have the space for a taller freezer, but you still want to store enough ice cream for summer, or stews in large quantities during winter. These smaller designs are often shorter and wider than their full-sized counterparts, which means they take up less room. Some even fit in your garage and are a great option for those who are growing their own food or like to buy fresh produce in bulk and then freeze it as quickly as possible.

Some models come with an additional basket which keeps bags of frozen peas or homemade ice lollies, standing upright. This stops small or frequently used foods from falling into the bottom of the fridge. They can be used to store bags of frozen baguettes, bread, in addition to other items.

The cheapest chest freezers will cost more than PS1000 and are placed under the kitchen sink or in an utility room. The Bush BECF99L comes with a sleek black box with a front drain port for defrosting to make it easier. It is smaller than a lot of its rivals but still offers a storage capacity of 100 litres. It can store three bags of grocery items.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can help make mealtimes simpler for households that cook a lot of batch cooking or want to cut down on food waste. It can also cut down on trips to the supermarket especially if you are growing your own fruits and vegetables. It's a great way to store excess produce and for creating microwavable meals, says Vincent Finazzo, owner of the Philadelphia-based Riverwards Produce.

Chest freezers tend to be very well insulated, meaning they don't lose all of their cold air when the door is opened as could happen with fridge or freezer doors. They can also be extremely energy efficient, especially when you choose one that has low frost technology. Low frost models need defrosting less frequently and will save you money on electricity bills.

A lot of chest freezers have features that increase their efficiency further. You should look for a power outage guarantee, which guarantees that the unit will remain frozen even during a power loss, and a high-temperature alarm or light, which informs you when the temperature inside has risen.

It's worth checking a model's annual energy consumption in kWh, too, as this will provide you with an idea of how much it will cost to run. You'll find this figure in the instruction manual or on the freezer's energy label. Some also feature the storage basket that clips over the top of the freezer to prevent small items from getting lost in the chaos below.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model has just enough space to be inconspicuous. It is perfect for caravans and motorhomes as also kitchenettes and student accommodations. It has a capacity of around 100 litres which is enough to store three bags of shopping, and is energy efficient and has an A+ rating, so it will not cost much to run. It also keeps food frozen, even when there is no power for up to 30 days and can be used as an emergency freezer in the event of a blackout.

It is quiet and has a simple, minimalist design. This is ideal for those who don't want to be interrupted by their freezer while working in the living room or kitchen. It features a handy internal light and comes with storage baskets to allow for simple organization.

Baskets for storage

Since chest freezers comprise one huge space that can be difficult to manage, search for models that have wire storage baskets that can attach to the rim. These baskets can take everyday items such as chopped onions and frozen vegetables from the chaos below. They can also be helpful IceKing CF96WE: Ultimate Solution for Space Saving items like open packets or oven chips, or frozen vegetables that require to be stored in a straight position.

Another handy feature that many buyers appreciate is a temperature alarm or light. It will notify you if the freezer becomes too warm after cleaning or defrosting, or when you add a lot of non-frozen food. This is a crucial safety feature, especially when you intend to put your mini Willow W142CFW 141L Chest Freezer - White (www.frydge.uk) freezer in your garage or outside buildings.

This Bush model provides plenty of freezer space for reasonable prices, despite its tiny size. It's great for storing summer ice creams and stews cooked in bulk, and it can even be used in an outbuilding or garage in the event that you wish to. The lid is counterbalanced, making it easy to open and is unlikely to shut completely as you work through.

Chest freezers are notorious for accumulating food debris and, if not properly organized, it's easy for people to forget what's inside them. There are a lot of ways to make a smaller chest freezer easier to use and less prone to waste. The right organisation system, whether it's a simple magnet list or a more detailed freezer inventory sheet (there is an example here), will ensure that your chest freezer runs smoothly.