Freezers

How to choose a freezer

• Type. An upright takes less floor space and its drawers keep things organised; a chest freezer holds more and keeps cold longer.
• Capacity. Around 50–60 litres per person is a good rule; buy larger if you freeze berries or bulk meat.
• No Frost. No defrosting needed but slightly pricier; static models cost less and need defrosting once a year.
• Storage on power failure. 10–20 hours means a short outage will not spoil your food.
• Energy class and noise. A freezer runs constantly, so the energy class pays off; under 42 dB is fine even in a living room.

Related categories

See also refrigerators, wine coolers and vacuum sealers, which keep frozen food fresh for longer. Browse all home appliances.

Frequently asked questions

Upright or chest? Upright suits a kitchen and daily use; a chest is better for a utility room and bulk storage.

What does freezing capacity in kg/24h mean? How much fresh food the appliance can fully freeze in one day.