Freezer

Buying Guide

Need a freezer to stock up on all those frozen treats? You’ll need to know whether you want a freestanding or integrated model, plus what size and the features you might like. Our handy guide will walk through exactly that, so you can choose with confidence. Choose your size

Choose Your Size

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Did you know?

Uprights are one of the most popular choice and ideal for medium sized households. Can be integrated into your kitchen cabinets. Under counter: perfect for smaller households or as a second freezer to complement your main fridge freezer. Chest: perfect for large households or if you like stocking up on frozen food. Chest freezers give you loads of space because they open from the top.

Find Your Fit

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Freestanding

The classic option, freestanding freezers are spot on if you don’t want a built-in appliance. They give you more freedom on where you want to put them, and you can take them with you if you move house.

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Integrated

Integrated or built-in freezers sit nicely behind your cupboard door for that sleek modern look.

Key Features

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Frost free

Frost free tech stops ice from forming inside your freezer. It uses a fan to keep the cool air constantly moving around so nothing ever gets a chance to stick. So, you’ll never have battle through ice to get the last of those frozen chips.

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Temperature warning

The temperature warning will let you know when the conditions in your freezer are not right. This means you can easily stop your food from going off.

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Open door alert

The open-door alert will let you know when you haven’t closed your freezer door by making a noise. This way, you’ll never accidentally leave it open, stopping your food going off and saving energy too.

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Interior light

The interior light lets you see exactly what you have in. When you open up the freezer, the light inside will make it easy to spot what you’re after, so you don’t leave the door open for too long and waste any energy.

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Fast freeze

Fast freeze is ideal for when you’ve just got back from the shop and you need to get your food straight in the freezer. This setting will rapidly lower the temperature to get your food back to the right conditions and lock in all the nutrients. So, you won’t have to worry about that ice cream melting.

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Flexible storage options

Lots of freezers have flexible storage options that let you store food how you want. With moveable racks and baskets, you can stack and order your food in a way that makes it easier for you. These features are especially helpful in wide or chest freezers, as you can keep on top of all your food.

How much does it cost to run?

A standard freezer will use roughly 269kWh of electricity a year, which will cost around 13c a day.

FAQ

What is a frost-free freezer?

A frost-free freezer uses a fan to keep the cool air inside moving round to stop ice from forming. This means you won’t have to manually defrost your freezer ever again.

What is a built-in freezer?

A built-in freezer sits nice and neat behind your kitchen cupboard for that modern and sleek finish.

Are freestanding freezers standard sizes?

Freezers can vary in height and width; you can find all our product dimensions on site on our product pages.

What is a chest freezer?

A chest freezer is a large freezer that opens up from the top, giving you loads of space to store frozen food.

How much space do I need to leave around a freezer?

Some manufacturers recommend leaving about 2-5 centimetres of space around your freezer, so they work as efficiently as possible.

What do the star ratings on a freezer mean?

Your freezer is on 24 hours a day, so energy efficiency is super important. Each model is given a rating from A+++ to B, with freezers rated A and above needing less energy to run, saving you money on bills.

Can I keep a chest freezer in my garage?

No, unless you have heating in the garage to stop the temperature dropping below 10 degrees. Alternatively, choose a freezer with freezer guard tech, which keeps your freezer at the right temperature no matter the conditions.

What is fast freeze?

Fast freeze is a handy setting that rapidly cools down the temperature in the freezer for when you need to freeze food fast and lock in all those nutrients. Perfect for when you’ve just got back from the shops.