The Best Chest Freezers in the UK

Our experts have reviewed chest freezers to ensure you can find the right one for your home. These huge freezers are perfect for families, hunters and gardeners who want to make the most of their abundant harvest.

Chest freezers, unlike upright models, require manual defrosting to ensure efficiency and prevent the icing from happening. They come with sturdy storage baskets to stop small items from getting lost in the depths of the freezer and an adjustable lid that won't cause head injuries while you hunt for the last month's frozen pizza.

1. Haier HCE519F

This sturdy chest freezer will last for a long time if you are willing to spend an extra amount. With a 252-litre capacity it can accommodate more than 10 shopping bags and is ideal for large families. It can be used in garages, outbuildings that are not heated and even inside the home. The low frost technology makes it simple to maintain and only requires defrosting once every few years.

It also boasts an anti-balanced lid, which means you can sift through your items without the lid hitting you on the head when you're looking for the frozen pack you've forgotten to put in fish fingers. A wire basket is able to be clipped onto the lid to store smaller items. It also has an internal light that assists you in sorting through your items.

The freezer is rated A on the new energy efficiency scale. It's a great option in case you're looking to save money on your electricity bills. It will keep your food safe for upto 24 hrs in the event of a power interruption, which gives you peace of mind.

3. LOGIK L198CFB20

If you're a fervent hunter and like to freeze your kill or just want a bit of extra storage, chest freezers are a great solution. They are made to be used in garages or unheated outbuildings. They are able to operate at lower temperatures than a fridge freezer lg freezer because they are positioned in a place where hot air rises while cold air falls.

This sleek black model comes with an impressive 142 litre capacity and looks classy hidden away in your garage. It has a lid with a counterbalanced design and a thermostat that can be adjusted. The only drawback is that you need to manually defrost it, which means you'll need a scraper.

It is LG 635L C Rated American Style Fridge Freezer A+ in energy efficiency. It also comes with a clever "fast-freeze" function that reduces the temperature more quickly than your normal freezer. This makes it easier to make a stock of summer ice creams and stews cooked in batches. It is also ideal for outdoor structures and can be left to run at temperatures as low as 15C. It can also safely keep food for up 16-hours in the event of an electrical malfunction.

4. Bush BECF99L

This Bush chest freezer will give you extra storage space at a