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Chest Freezers
Explore the ultimate solution for bulk storage with a chest freezer from Appliances Online, where long-term preservation meets spacious design. Whether you're storing seasonal harvests, bulk meat purchases, or frozen treats for the family, our extensive range of chest freezers from top brands like Westinghouse, Haier, and Hisense, tailored in sizes from 100 litres to over 700 litres, ensures you find the perfect fit for your needs. Shop now and seize the best deals on our chest freezers, equipped with easy-set temperature controls and removable baskets for effortless organization and access. Make the smart choice for your household today and enjoy the efficiency and convenience of a chest freezer.
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Chest Freezers
A chest freezer is a great storage option for freezing bulk goods long term. It provides plenty of space for items such as meat, ice cream, frozen veggies, seasonal foods, and more.
At Appliances Online, we range an a wide number of top brands including Westinghouse, Haier, and Hisense, with internal volumes from 100 litres to over 700 litres.
The most important part of choosing a chest freezer is finding the right size for your needs. Figuring out how much frozen food you'll need to store at a single time will go a long way to ensuring you don't get a freezer which is too big or too small.
A 145L Chest Freezer or 205L Chest Freezer may be ideal for smaller households but if you need a large amount of storage space, a 500L Chest Freezer or 719L Chest Freezer may be the optimal choice.
With easy-set temperature controls, you can control the desired internal temperature according to what you're storing, while the removable baskets make it simple to store and access your commonly-used items. And with manual defrost, you can ensure your freezer functions at the optimal energy efficiency.
If you don't need a huge amount of cold storage space, the freezer compartment of a side by side fridge, french door fridge, bottom mount fridge, top mount fridge, or a dedicated upright freezer could be a better choice.
What is a chest freezer?
A chest freezer is a form of refrigeration that allows you to freeze food within a large storage space, typically over a long period of time. They are most often used for freezing large amounts of food that aren't required daily, such as meat, ice cream, frozen veggies, seasonal foods, and more. Chest freezers are available in either an upright or vertical freezer style and also come in the classic chest design.
Appliances Online sells both styles of chest freezers in a wide variety of big brands such as, TCL, Hisense, Westinghouse and much more. Our chest freezers are available in a wide variety of finishes, from your standard white to stainless steel.
What size chest freezer is best for a family?
- For 1-2 people - A 100L-200L chest freezer is ideal
- For 3-4 people - A 300L chest freezer is ideal
- For 5+ people - A 400L+ chest freezer is ideal
The right size chest freezer depends on your storage needs. If you have a larger family, you should consider a larger chest freezer, with more storage to accommodate your needs.
How much electricity does a chest freezer use?
In Australia, the average chest freezer generally uses 325kWh of electricity per year and typically has a 3.5 Star Energy Rating. Despite their large size and storage space they are generally considered to be an energy efficient form of refrigeration.
Which is better, chest or upright freezers?
Choosing a chest freezer over an upright freezer will entirely depend on your storage needs. If it's for long term storage, then a chest freezer is ideal. The large, empty cavity is great storage space for less frequently used foods that are bulkier in size or stored in large quantities. If it's short term use, then an upright freezer might be more suited for when extra space is needed.
With internal shelving and drawers accessed through a pullable single door, an upright freezer makes for a great solution as goods are easily retrievable. However organisation isn't a complete trade off for space as most chest freezers come with removable storage baskets for commonly used items.
A Chest freezer can take up more room than an upright freezer. If you still want the benefits of dedicated freezer storage space, however don't have the space available for it, then an upright freezer may be more suitable. If there is plenty of room for a chest freezer, then make great use of the large cavity to suit your storage needs.
What are the advantages of chest freezers?
- Storage space: Plenty of room for storing less frequently used goods that are either bulkier in size or are in large quantities.
- Easy-set temperature controls: The internal temperature can be easily set according to what you are storing.
- Removable shelves: More commonly used foods can be stored in removable shelves for easy access.
- Size range: Chest freezer sizes can range between 200L-500L+, suitable for different family sizes and storage needs.
- Cost effective: The average chest freezer costs approximately $92 per year to run in Australia.
- Available in your favourite, trusted brands: Haier, TCL, Westinghouse, ChiQ, Euromaid, & Esatto.
Chest Freezers: How To Choose The Right One For You
Are you browsing chest freezers, feeling unsure about which one to pick or which features you should even be considering? Turn to Appliances Online. Not only do we have a selection of top-rated freezers from trusted brands for you to choose from, but we’re also here to help you navigate our range and determine what exactly you’re looking for in a chest freezer.
When browsing kitchen appliances online, the number of options available may feel overwhelming. So, here are some considerations when buying chest freezers that can guide your decision-making.
Assess the amount of food storage you’ll be requiring. If you just need small-scale storage for a few products that might not fit in your fridge, a small chest freezer may be suitable. Check out our chest freezers within the 100L to 300L range.
However, if you’re managing the demands of a growing family, entertaining regularly, or stocking up for business purposes, getting a large chest freezer will work better. We’ve got options with volumes of over 400 L that may work for you.
Consider what kind of storage features you want in your chest freezer. If you want better organisation and easier access to frequently used items, for example, go for a chest freezer with baskets. Meanwhile, if you want more storage without using up even more extra floor space, a deep chest freezer may be the solution you’re looking for.
Chest freezers come at a variety of price points. Setting your budget helps you narrow down the options to those that give you the value that you’re looking for.
At Appliances Online, we help you stay within your budget by ensuring you get the chest freezer you want at the lowest price you can find. This is our Price Match Guarantee; if you find a product we carry being advertised by an approved retailer at a cheaper price, just let us know so we can match it.
This doesn’t just apply to our freezers, either. Whether you find better deals for kitchen appliances like an ice cream maker or rice cooker or cleaning tools like steam mops or handheld vacuum cleaners, just contact us and one of our staff members can confirm the price match with you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here are some key differences between the two freezer options:
- Different storage perks. Upright freezers feature shelves and bins for easy organisation and visibility of contents, making them great for everyday use. Meanwhile, the horizontal layout of chest freezers offers more usable space for bulkier items or large quantities of food. This makes them ideal for storing less frequently used items that take up more room.
- Space considerations. Upright freezers take up less floor space than chest freezers. However, both come in a variety of sizes and volumes that you can choose from.
- Temperature consistency. Upright freezers may experience slight fluctuations in temperature due to the vertical design of their doors. Meanwhile, chest freezers excel at maintaining a uniform temperature throughout the contents.
Both options are great appliances to help you store and preserve your food’s freshness; at the end of the day, it’s all about which fits your specific needs better. Appliances Online carries a wide variety of options, so regardless of what you pick, you’ve got a lot of great options waiting for you.
Yes, there are tons of energy-efficient chest freezers that you can choose from. In fact, Appliances Online proudly offers an extensive selection of chest freezers that come with an Energy Star rating. Opting for an Energy Star-rated chest freezer can lead to significant savings on your energy bills while also contributing to environmental conservation.
Our search function is designed with this concern in mind, featuring a dedicated filter for Energy Star ratings. This allows you to effortlessly narrow your search to only those chest freezers that align with your energy efficiency requirements. So, find the right energy-efficient chest freezer for you at Appliances Online today.
Installing a chest freezer by yourself is indeed possible, particularly if you have friends or people from your household to assist and have some experience with doing so with similar appliances.
However, if you’re unsure whether you can install your freezer chest safely and correctly, seeking professional assistance is a better course of action. This guarantees a correct and secure setup, avoiding expensive errors and ensuring the appliance’s peak performance. Plus, safety must be your number one priority, and professionals are well-versed in the necessary precautions one must take.
Regardless of your choice between DIY or professional installation, you can always reach out to our Sydney-based service centre if you need any additional support during the process. With a friendly, helpful, and experienced team that’s available around the clock every day, we can help you with any queries you may have about appliance setup.
This doesn’t just apply to our chest freezers or questions about installation, either. Whether you have concerns about your blender warranty late at night or any concerns about the delivery of your new vacuum sealer, we’re here to help when you need it.
If you’re looking to buy home appliances online, we’re the right retailer to turn to. There’s a reason so many of our customers recommend Appliances Online; our commitment to excellence shines not just in our products, from our chest freezers to other products like kitchen sinks, but also in our customer service. Elevating your space becomes a seamless experience with us on your side.
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