The Best Chest Freezers in the UK

Our experts have reviewed the best chest freezers to help you choose one that suits your home. These freezers with cavernous spaces are perfect for hunters, families, and gardeners who want to maximize their bumper harvest.

Chest freezers unlike upright freezers, require manual defrosting in order to keep the freezer's efficiency high and avoid the icing from happening. Strong storage baskets prevent small items from getting lost, and a counterbalanced top lid won't strike you in the head when you search for the frozen pizza that was last month.

1. Haier HCE519F

This durable chest freezer will last for a long time, if you are willing to pay the extra. With a 252-litre capacity it can accommodate more than 10 bags of shopping and is ideal for large families. It can be used in garages, outbuildings without heating and even in the home. Low frost technology makes it easy to maintain and only requires defrosting every few years.

The lid is balanced so that you can easily sift your supplies and not be concerned about the lid hitting you in the head. This is particularly helpful when you are retrieving lost frozen fish fingers. You'll find a wire storage container that attaches to the edge for smaller items, and it has an interior light built-in to help you sift through things easily.

The freezer's energy use is rated as A in the new scale for energy efficiency that's why it's a great option if you're looking to save money on electricity. It will keep your food safe to eat for up to 24 hours in the event of a power failure also, which is ideal for peace of mind.

3. LOGIK L198CFB20

Chest freezers are a great option for hunters who prefer to freeze their hunts or anyone looking for extra storage. Built to be used in the garage or unheated outbuildings, these models are able to work in much lower temperatures than refrigerator freezers since they're situated in areas where cold air falls and hot air rises.

This smart black model has an impressive 142 litre capacity and looks classy tucked away in your garage. It has an adjustable thermostat and counterbalanced lid that is safe for your fingers. The only drawback is that you need to manually defrost it. So you'll need a scraper.

It's rated A+ in energy efficiency and features an ingenious "fast-freeze" function that lowers the temperature more quickly than your typical freezer. This makes it easier to store up on summer ice creams and stews that are cooked in batches. It is also ideal for outbuildings, and can be left to run at temperatures as low as -15C. It's also safe to keep food in storage for up to 16 hours in the event that there is an electrical fault.

4. Bush BECF99L

This Bush chest freezer can provide you with additional storage space at an affordable cost. It's the perfect size for tucking away in an unoccupied corner of your house and is suitable for use in unheated spaces like garages or outbuildings. It has a lid that is counterbalanced so that it won't lock on your head while you're retrieving food and is virtually quiet, so you won't be disturbed