Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?

If you love to accumulate bargains that you can freeze and require more freezer space, an upright freezer is a great option. They are typically found in garages and outbuildings, they allow you to benefit from supermarket price reductions.

Currys' own brand is a great value for the money. It offers a lot of storage (around five bags) and an A+ rating on energy efficiency, meaning it's a bargain to run. It also features a lid that is counterbalanced, making it easier to divide food items.

Capacity

A small chest freezer for garage chest freezer For outbuilding freezer is the best choice when you don't have the space for a taller freezer, however you still need to store enough ice cream in summer or stews in bulk in winter. These smaller designs are often shorter and wider than their full-sized counterparts which means they require less space. Some of them can even fit in your garage and are a great option for those who are growing their own food or prefer to purchase fresh produce in bulk and then freeze it as soon as they can.

Some models have a basket on top that holds bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice lollies, standing up. This keeps small, frequently used food items from falling to the bottom of the refrigerator. These are a great way to store bags of frozen baguettes or bread, along with other items.

The cheapest freezers are typically under PS150 and can be placed in the kitchen sink or in a utility room with larger chest designs may cost more than PS1000. If you're looking for something more stylish The Bush BECF99L features a sleek black case that comes with an open drain on the front which makes defrosting a breeze. It is smaller than many of its competitors however, it offers a storage capacity of 100 litres. It can hold three bags of grocery items.

Energy efficiency

A chest freezer can simplify mealtimes for families who cook a lot of batch cooking or wish to reduce food waste. It can also cut down on trips to the store particularly if you're growing your fruit and vegetables. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's great for keeping excess produce and creating microwaveable meals.

Chest freezers are usually very well-insulated. This means they do not lose the same amount of cold air when they're opened, like freezer and fridge doors can. They can also be extremely energy efficient, especially when you choose one with low frost technology. Low frost models require defrosting less frequently and will reduce your electric bill.

A lot of chest freezers ebay uk freezers have features that boost their effectiveness even more. Look for a promise of power outage that indicates the unit will not freeze during an outage, as well as the alarm to warn you of high temperatures or indicator to let you know when the temperature inside is rising.

It's worth examining a freezer's annual energy consumption in kWh also, since this will provide you with an idea of the amount it will cost to run. You'll find this figure in the manual or on the freezer's energy efficient chest freezer uk label. Some freezers come with a basket for storage that can be attached to the top, to prevent small items from being lost in the chaos beneath.

Noise

This Bosch integrated model is a fantastic choice for motorhomes and caravans kitchenettes, student accommodation and even kitchenettes as it has just enough space to fit in quietly. It has a capacity of 100 litres which is sufficient to store three shopping bags. It is also energy efficient and has an A+ rating which means it doesn't be expensive to operate. It can keep food frozen for up to 30 days without power, which makes it a great backup freezer during 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 while working in the kitchen or living room. It has a convenient interior lighting and storage baskets to make it easy to organize.

Baskets for storage

Look for models with baskets made of wire that can be clipped over the rim. These will elevate everyday items such as frozen vegetables and chopped onions from the chaos that can be beneath. They're also useful for things that need to be kept upright like open bags of frozen beans or oven chips.

A high-temperature alarm or light is another handy feature that buyers appreciate. This will notify you when the freezer gets too warm after cleaning, defrosting or adding lots of food items that are not frozen. This is an extremely useful safety feature, especially if you plan to use your mini chest freezer in your garage or other outbuildings.

This Bush model provides plenty of freezer space at an affordable price, despite its small size. It's great to store summer ice creams or stews that you cook in batches in winter. You can also use it as a storage device in your garage or outbuilding. The lid that is counterbalanced makes it easy to open and isn't likely to close on you as you work through.

Chest freezers are notorious for the accumulation of food waste and if not organised properly it's easy to forget what's in them. There are a variety of ways to make your tiny chest freezer more easily accessible and less likely to waste food. It doesn't matter if it's a simple list on a magnet, or an extensive inventory sheet for the freezer (there's an example here) The right organizing system will ensure that your mini chest freezer runs smoothly.