Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

If you love to accumulate freezable bargains and want extra freezer space, an upright freezer is a great option. Often found in garages and outbuildings, they allow you to benefit from supermarket price reductions.

Currys' own brand is a good value for the money. It has plenty of storage (around five bags) and an A+ rating for energy efficiency, which means it's affordable to run. It also has a counterbalanced top which makes it easier to sort through food.

Capacity

If you're looking for less space than you need for a tall freezer, but want to stockpile enough summer ice cream or stews made in batches, a compact chest model is the perfect choice. These smaller models are typically smaller and more spacious than their full-sized counterparts, which chest freezer (you can try these out) means they take up significantly less space. Some even fit in your garage and are a great option for those who are growing their own food or who like to buy fresh produce in bulk and then freeze it as quickly as possible.

Some models include an extra basket or two at the top to hold bags of frozen peas or home-made ice lollies upright and prevent smaller or frequently used foods from getting lost at the bottom of the freezer. These can be used to store spare bags of frozen baguettes, bread, as well as other items.

The cheapest freezers typically cost under PS150 and can chest freezers go in the garage be placed under your kitchen sink, or in a utility room with larger chest designs can cost more than PS1000. The Bush BECF99L comes with a sleek black box with an opening for drainage on the front for defrosting to make it easier. The model is less deep than its competition but still offers a storage capacity of 100 litres. It can hold three bags of groceries.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer makes eating time easier for families that cook in large chest freezer uk batches or who want to minimize food waste. It can also cut down on trips to the store particularly if you're growing your own fruit and vegetables. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's ideal for storing excess produce and making microwave-friendly meals.

Chest freezers are typically well-insulated. This means they do not lose much cold air when they're opened, as doors to fridges and freezers can. They can also be incredibly energy efficient, especially if you opt for one equipped with low-frost technology. Low frost models need defrosting less often and will save you money on your electric bills.

Many chest freezers come with features that make them more efficient. Look for a promise of power outage that states that the unit will not freeze during the blackout, as well as a high temperature alarm or light to notify you that the interior has risen.

It is worth looking up 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 information is usually available in the freezer's manual or energy label. Some freezers also come with an accessory basket that can be hung onto the top of the freezer, which prevents small items from becoming lost in the chaos below.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model has just enough space to remain unnoticeable. It is perfect for caravans and motorhomes, as well as kitchenettes and student accommodation. It has a capacity of 100 litres which is sufficient to hold three shopping bags. It is also best energy efficient chest freezers efficient and is rated A+ and won't cost a lot to run. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 days without power, making it a handy backup freezer in the event of a blackout.

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

Storage baskets

Find models with storage baskets made of wire that clip over the edge. These baskets will lift everyday items such as chopped onions and frozen vegetables off the chaotic mess below. They're also useful for things that need to be kept upright, like open packets of frozen beans or oven chips.

A high-temperature warning light or alarm is a further feature buyers love. This will notify you when the freezer is too warm after cleaning and defrosting or adding a large chest freezer uk amount of non-frozen food. This is an extremely useful safety feature, especially when you are planning to put your mini chest freezer in the garage or outside buildings.

This Bush model has plenty of freezer space for an affordable price, even with its small size. It's perfect for storing summer ice-creams or stews cooked in batches in winter. It can also be used it as a storage container in your garage or an outbuilding. It's also simple to get into thanks to the lid's counterbalanced design that won't shut on your head while you search through it.

Chest freezers are notorious for the accumulation of food-related clutter. If they aren't organized properly it can chest freezers be used in a garage be easy to lose track of the contents. There are plenty of ways to make a smaller chest freezer more manageable and less likely to go to waste. You can make a list on a magnet, or an in-depth freezer inventory sheet (there's an example here) A well-organized system will ensure that your small chest freezer operates smoothly.