Why Buy a Large Chest Freezer?

If you're a lover of stockpiling bargains at the supermarket or you just want to be prepared in the event of an unexpected power outage, a chest freezer is a great option.

Easily accessible with the lid on top, these large freezers are ideal for outbuildings and garages. These freezers are energy efficient and cost effective to operate. They also come with temperature alarms.

Large Capacity

A chest freezer is a great investment for storage in bulk. Contrary to a small deep freezer chest freezer designed for the kitchen larger chest freezers take up more space and are great for garages or outbuildings. They can also be a useful addition in commercial kitchens to store the storage of large quantities of food items.

If you're looking for a massive freezer with plenty of space and lots of features, take a look at the Whirlpool WHM3111.1. This sleek and stylish freezer is extremely quiet and has a wide range of high-spec features, including fast freezing as well as temperature controls that are easily adjustable, an interior lighting system as well as a lockable counterbalanced lid. The Whirlpool WHM3111.1 will keep your food fresh for up to 17 hours in the event of power outages.

On the smaller side but still with an adequate capacity The Cookology CCF99WH white chest freezer is ideal for smaller households or as an extra storage unit for the kitchen. It is small enough to fit in an appliance space and comes with a capacity of around 100 litres which is equivalent of five shopping bags.

This freezer comes with a year warranty from the manufacturer and you can arrange to have it professionally installed and the old freezer taken away at a cost of a small fee. This model is also A+ energy rated and won't cost you a fortune to run. Frost-free technology prevents burns from freezing, and the double-top lid design allows for easier access to frozen food items.

Convenience

A chest freezer is an ideal option for those who bake or cook in large quantities and require extra space to store their food. A small freezer that is around 100 litres can be used by two-person households. There are even bigger 500+ litre models that are ideal for large families. The convenience of this type of freezer is difficult to beat, and it provides a simple way to preserve foods longer than they would last in a fridge-freezer.

This type of appliance is affordable for a majority of people, and you can find freezers that cost less than PS200. The Currys own brand model pictured above is one of the best value models available. It is garage-friendly, and has a capacity of 198 litres that can accommodate 11 bags of food items.

Another option that is a great value is the Bush BECF99L. Its unique shape lets it fit in any corner and still provide a good amount of storage space for less than PS200.

When it comes to selecting an appliance there are a myriad of features to consider. Certain features are more crucial than other, but they all can improve your experience. You may want to look for a counterbalanced lid that stays open while you are looking through. This will stop you from accidentally hitting your head on the lid when you are looking through your frozen food items. You can also search for lids with an inside light that illuminates the contents regardless of what time of day it is that you're sifting through your storage containers.

Versatility

A large chest freezer can be set anywhere. This is unlike upright models that require doors to access them in your kitchen. This allows you to locate an area in your garage the utility room, your home or an outbuilding.

If you're looking for a low-cost alternative, we have a variety of affordable chest freezers to pick from. The Essentials C95CFW20, with its compact footprint, is a perfect example. It can be set in a corner of your home and still have plenty of room within for the frozen food items you need. It also has an internal LED light and temperature controls and a lid that is counterbalanced so it will not fall on your head as you sift through the contents.

Another great option for a budget-friendly purchase is this Hotpoint model, which gives some extra space than the Essentials model but doesn't come with much. It's A+ rated and can be kept in your garage or shed. This makes it the perfect choice for those without enough space to keep a freezer in a chest, but still want to keep their food frozen. It has a convenient interior lighting as well as a Fast Freeze feature that lets you keep all your recent purchases right after you get home.

Energy Efficiency

A large chest freezer is a fantastic addition to any kitchen. If you're a parent, are a committed batch cook, or an allotment-holder and need an area to store your harvest A freezer is essential to reduce food waste and having a good emergency supply of frozen food in your pantry.

It's important to remember that these massive appliances require plenty of space in order to function properly. They won't fit in a small kitchen or open-plan layout. It is important to think about where you'd like to put your freezer in the chest and make sure that it is able to easily access and leave your home without having to move through doors or furniture.

Chest freezers are often utilized in outbuildings or garages. This is an excellent option as it provides additional storage space and is less expensive to operate than a fridge-freezer in the kitchen. However, not all freezers are designed to be kept in these conditions, freezer and it's crucial to know the temperature that is ideal for their specifications.

This model is a fantastic option for a budget, and it's extremely efficient in outbuildings. With a generous 207L capacity (equivalent to 10 shopping bags) and plenty of internal storage, it also has an adjustable lid that is fixed in the open position so you can easily access the food that are stored in the bottom without having to prop it up or search for it for hours. It has a bright LED inside and a safe storage time of up 17 hours in the event of power failure.