Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?
If you love to accumulate bargains that you can freeze and require more freezer space, the chest freezer is the best option. They are usually found in garages or outbuildings. They let you profit from price reductions at the supermarket.
Currys own brand is a great value for the money. It has plenty of storage (around five bags) and an A+ rating on energy efficiency, meaning it will be cheap to run. It also has an adjustable lid that makes it easier to divide food.
Capacity
A compact chest freezer is a great option if you don't have enough space to install a taller freezer but still want to store enough ice cream in summer, or stews in large quantities in winter. These smaller designs are often shorter and wider than their larger counterparts, which means they require less room. Some can even fit in your garage which makes them a great option for those who are growing their own food or like to buy fresh produce in bulk and then freeze it as soon as they can.
Certain models have a basket or two sitting at the top to hold bags of frozen peas and homemade Ice lollies upright, and to prevent smaller or frequently used foods from being lost at the bottom of the freezer. They can be used to store spare bags of frozen baguettes or bread, and other items.
The cheapest freezers typically cost less than PS150 and will sit under the kitchen sink or in a utility space with larger chest designs can cost more than PS1000. The Bush BECF99L comes with a sleek black case that features an opening for drainage on the front to make defrosting simpler. This model is a little bit shallower than some of its competitors but still offers up 100 litres of storage and can accommodate up to three bags of shopping.
Energy efficiency
A chest freezer can make meals more convenient for households that cook in large quantities or want to cut down on food wastage. It can also help reduce trips to the supermarket particularly if you're growing your own fruits and vegetables. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for keeping excess produce and also for making microwaveable meals.
Chest freezers tend to be extremely well-insulated, which means they don't lose much of their cold air when the door is opened, which can happen with fridge and freezer doors. They can also be energy efficient, particularly when you select one with low-frost technology. Low frost models require defrosting less often and will reduce your electricity bill.
Many chest freezers come with features that increase their effectiveness even more. Look for a power cut guarantee, which guarantees that the unit will remain frozen in the event of a power outage or a high temperature alarm or light, which informs you if the temperature in the freezer is rising.
It's worth checking a model's annual energy consumption in kWh, too, as this will give you an idea of the amount it will cost to run. You'll find this information in the manual or on the freezer's energy label. Some freezers come with an storage basket that clips onto the top, in order to keep small items from being lost in the chaos underneath.
Noise
This Bosch integrated model has just enough space to be unobtrusive. It is perfect for caravans and motorhomes as also kitchenettes and student accommodation. It has a good capacity of about 100 litres which is enough to store three bags of groceries, and is energy efficient and has an A+ rating, so it won't cost you too much to run. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 days without power, making it a useful 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 comes with a useful interior light and storage baskets that make it easy to organise.
Baskets for storage
Find models with storage baskets made of wire that are clipped to the rim. These baskets will lift everyday items such as chopped and frozen vegetables off the chaotic mess below. They're also great for items that need to be stacked such as open containers of frozen beans or oven chips.
An alarm that is activated at high temperatures is a further feature buyers appreciate. This will alert you if the freezer has become too warm due to cleaning, defrosting, or introducing a lot of frozen foods that are not frozen. This is a very valuable security feature, particularly when you intend to keep your mini chest freezer in your garage or outside buildings.
This Bush model offers plenty of freezer space at a reasonable price, despite its small size. It is perfect to store summer ice creams or stews that are cooked in batches during winter. You can also use it as a storage space in your garage or outbuilding. The counterbalanced lid makes it easy to open and won't be likely to close when you work through.
Chest freezers can be notorious for accumulating a lot of food waste. If they are not properly organized it can be easy to forget what they contain. There are a variety of ways to make your small chest freezer more accessible and less likely to throw away food. The right organisation system whether it's a basic magnet list or an elaborate freezer inventory sheet (there more info is an example here) is essential to ensure that your mini-chest freezer runs smoothly.