The Best Chest Freezers in the UK

Our experts have reviewed the top chest freezers to help you select the one that best suits your needs. These huge freezers are perfect for hunters, families and gardeners who want to maximize their bounty.

Unlike upright models, chest freezers require manual defrosting in order to keep them running efficiently and to prevent the icing from spreading. The features include sturdy storage baskets to avoid small items from getting lost in the depths of the freezer and a lid that is balanced so it won't knock you over the head as you search for last month's frozen pizza.

1. Haier HCE519F

If you don't mind paying a little more for more space, this durable and built-to-last chest freezer is ideal. Its capacity of 252 litres is enough to store more than 10 shopping bags, and is ideal for families with a large number of children. It's made to be used in garages and unheated outbuildings too, and it uses low LG Combi No Frost Stainless Steel Fridge Freezer technology for easy maintenance. It only requires defrosting once every few years.

The lid is counterbalanced, so that you can easily sift your contents and not worry about the lid hitting you in the head. This is especially helpful when you're trying to retrieve forgotten frozen fish fingers. You'll find a wire storage container that attaches to the lid for items smaller than the size, and it has a built-in interior light to assist you in sorting through your items easily.

The freezer is rated as A on the latest energy efficiency scale. It's an excellent choice for those who want to cut down on your electricity bill. It will keep your food safe for up to 24 hours in the case of an interruption, which gives you peace of mind.

3. LOGIK L198CFB20

Chest freezers are an ideal option for hunters who like to store their kills in freezers or anyone looking for extra storage. Built to be used in the garage or in an unheated outbuildings, these models can operate at much lower temperatures than lg fridge freezers because they're positioned where cold air falls while hot air rises.

This black model is elegant and has a capacity of 142 litres. It looks great in your garage. It has an adjustable thermostat, as well as a counterbalanced lid that protects your fingers. The only negative is that it needs manual defrost. This means you'll need to reach in using a scraper periodically.

It's evaluated at A+ for energy efficiency and has a unique fast-freeze function that allows you to lower the temperature quicker than your typical freezer, making it easy for you to fill it up on ice creams from summer or batch-cooked winter stews. It's also a great option for use in outbuildings and can be left to operate in temperatures down to -15C. It can store food for up to 16 hours in the event of a power cut as well.

4. Bush BECF99L

This Bush chest freezer is ideal in the event that you're looking to add storage for a price that is affordable. It's a great size for tucking away in a spare corner of your house and is suitable for use in non-heated rooms like garages or outbuildings. It's almost silent and has a counterbalanced top so that it won't block the person who is grabbing food. The only drawback is that it doesn't have a display with a digital screen or temperature warnings, and there's only one storage bin inside the freezer.

Stay Connected with our A+++ Rated Frost Free Fridge Freezer a huge capacity of 139 litres the chest freezer is big enough for most households to hold 10 bags of groceries. It's also small and quiet, which means it will not take up much space in your kitchen. It comes with an A+ energy rating, meaning it's economical to run and is good for the environment as well. Dual cooling means that you can use it as a refrigerator which is ideal if you want to store cold drinks during the summer.