Why Buy a Mini Chest Freezer?
If you love to accumulate bargains that are freezable and need more freezer space, the chest freezer is the best option. They are typically found in garages and outbuildings, they permit you to take advantage of the price reductions at supermarkets.
This Currys own brand offers ample storage (around five bags) for the price and it has an A+ energy rating so it's not expensive to run. It also has a counterbalanced top, which makes it easier to organize food items.
Capacity
When you have less space than what you require for a tall freezer but still wish to store enough summer ice cream or stews made in batches, a compact chest model is the ideal option. These smaller models are usually smaller and wider than full-sized models, and therefore consume less space. Some of them are able to fit in your garage. This is a great option for people who grow their own vegetables or buy in bulk and then freeze it for later use.
Certain models come with an additional basket that helps keep bags of frozen peas, or homemade ice lollies upright. This helps prevent small or frequently used food from being thrown to the bottom of the refrigerator. They can also be useful for storing bags of baguettes or bread that have been frozen and other items that you may be able of fitting into.
The cheapest chest freezers could cost more than PS1000 and are often placed under the kitchen sink or in the utility room. If you're looking for something more stylish, the Bush BECF99L features a sleek black case that comes with an opening for the drain on the front that makes defrosting easier. It is smaller than its competition, but still comes with a capacity of 100 litres. It can fit three bags of grocery items.
Energy efficiency
A chest freezer makes mealtimes easier in households that cook in large quantities or who want to minimize food wastage. It can also cut down on trips to the market especially if you are growing your own vegetables and fruits. Vincent Finazzo of Riverwards Produce in Philadelphia says it's ideal for storing excess produce and for cooking microwave-friendly meals.
Chest freezers are typically very well insulated, meaning they don't lose all of their cold air when the door is opened as is the case with fridge and freezer doors. They can also be very energy efficient, particularly if you choose one with low-frost technology. Low frost models require less defrosting and can save you electricity costs.
Many chest freezers feature features that make them even more efficient. Look for a power-outage guarantee that states that the unit will not freeze during an outage, and an alarm for high temperatures or a light to notify you that the temperature inside has increased.
It's worth checking a model's annual energy consumption in kWh also, since this will give you an idea of how much it will cost to run. You'll find this figure in the manual or on the freezer's energy label. Some freezers also come with a storage basket that clips onto the top of the freezer to prevent small items from getting lost in the chaos below.
Noise
This Bosch integrated model is a fantastic choice for motorhomes and caravans as well as student accommodation as it offers just enough space to accommodate quietly. It has a good capacity of about 100 litres which is enough to store three bags of shopping, and it's energy efficient with an A+ rating so won't cost you too much to run. It can also keep food frozen even without power for up to 30 days, which makes it useful as a backup freezer in case there is a power blackout.
It is quiet and is website simple and minimalist in its design. This is perfect for those who don't want to be disturbed by their freezer when working in the kitchen or living room. It has a handy internal light and comes with storage baskets to allow for easy organisation.
Baskets for storage
Find models with storage baskets made of wire that clip over the rim. They can elevate everyday items like frozen veg and chopped onions away from the potentially chaotic mess below. They are also useful for items like open packets of oven chips, or frozen vegetables that need to be kept up to the ceiling.
An alarm that is activated at high temperatures is another feature that buyers love. This will notify you when the freezer is too warm after cleaning, defrosting or adding lots of food items that are not frozen. This is a vital safety feature, particularly if you plan on using the mini chest freezer outdoors or in the garage.
This Bush model is a good size and offers plenty of freezer space for an affordable price, even with its small size. It's great to store summer ice creams or batch-cooked stews in winter. It can also be used it as a storage unit in your garage or an outbuilding. It's also simple to get into thanks to the counterbalanced lid that will not close on your head when you look through it.
Chest freezers are notorious for accumulating food clutter and if they're not organized properly, it's easy for people to forget what's inside them. But, there are plenty of ways to make your small chest freezer easier to use and less prone to waste. The proper system of organisation is essential, whether it's a simple magnet list or a detailed freezer inventory sheet (there is an example here) is essential to ensure that your mini-chest freezer operates smoothly.