Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

If you are a fan of stockpiling freezable bargains and want extra freezer space, you should consider a chest freezer. They are often located in garages or other outbuildings. They let you profit from price reductions at the supermarket.

This Currys own brand offers a decent amount of storage (around 5 bags) at a reasonable price. It comes with an A+ energy rating, which means it's a low-cost option to run. It also has a counterbalanced top, which makes it easier to organize food.

Capacity

If you have less space than what you require for a tall freezer but still wish to store enough summer ice cream or frydge stews cooked in batches, a compact Beko CF374 104L White Horizontal Chest Freezer model is the ideal option. These smaller models are usually shorter and wider than the larger models, which means they are smaller and take up less space. Some of them can fit in your garage. This is a great solution for those who grow their own food or purchase it in large quantities and then freeze it for later use.

Some models come with a basket or two sitting in the top of the unit to keep bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice lollies upright and prevent small or commonly used food items from getting lost in the bottom of the freezer. They can also be handy for storing spare bags of baguettes or frozen bread and other items that you may be able to fit in.

The most affordable freezers are usually under PS150 and are usually placed under the kitchen sink or in a utility room with larger chest designs can cost more than PS1000. The Bush BECF99L comes in a sleek black box with an open drain on the front for defrosting to make it easier. The model is a little smaller than many of its competitors, but still offers a storage capacity of 100 litres. It can accommodate three bags of groceries.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can help make mealtimes simpler for households that have a tendency to do a lot of batch cooking or who want to cut down on food waste. It can also help reduce trips to the supermarket especially if you're growing your own fruit and vegetables. It's ideal for storing excess produce and creating microwavable meals. Vincent Finazzo, owner of Philadelphia-based Riverwards Produce.

Chest freezers are generally very well insulated, meaning they don't lose a lot of their cold air when the door is opened as can happen with fridge and freezer doors. They are also extremely energy efficient, especially if you opt for one with low frost technology. Low frost models require defrosting less often and will reduce your electric bills.

Many chest freezers come with features that improve their efficiency further. You should look for a power outage guarantee, which means that the unit will stay frozen during a power cut, and a high-temperature alarm or light, which informs you when the temperature inside has increased.

You should also look up the annual consumption of energy in kWh. This will give you a good idea of its cost to operate. This information is usually available in the manual or energy label. Some freezers also come with an storage basket that is clipped onto the top of the freezer, keeping small items from getting lost in the chaos below.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model has just enough space to remain unnoticeable. It is ideal 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 groceries, and it is energy efficient, with an A+ rating. This means it will not cost much to run. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 days without power, which makes it a handy backup freezer during a blackout.

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

Baskets for storage

Since chest freezers are one large space that is difficult to organise, look for models that come with wire storage baskets that can be clipped over the edge. These baskets will take everyday items such as chopped onions and frozen vegetables from the chaos below. They're also great for items that must be kept upright such as open containers of frozen beans or oven chips.

A high-temperature alarm or light is a further feature buyers appreciate. It will notify you if the freezer has become too hot due to cleaning, defrosting or introducing many non-frozen food items. This is a critical safety feature, particularly when you plan to use your mini chest freezer outside or in the garage.

Despite its size being quite small, this Bush model offers plenty of freezer space at a moderate cost. It is perfect to store summer ice-creams as well as batch-cooked stews in winter. You can also use it as a storage container in your garage or outbuilding. The lid is counterbalanced, making it easy to open, and it's unlikely to close as you work through.

Chest freezers are notorious for the accumulation of food clutter. If they're not properly organized it's easy to lose track of what they are stocked with. There are a variety of ways to make your small chest freezer more easily accessible and less likely to waste food. The right organisation system is essential, whether it's a simple magnet list or a comprehensive freezer inventory sheet (there is an example here), will ensure that your mini-chest freezer runs smoothly.