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Freezers advice guides

Which type of freezer should I go for? Which brand should I choose and how much should I spend? Discover everything you need to know about buying the best freezer for your kitchen and budget.

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How to buy the best freezer

The best freezer should suit your budget, freeze food efficiently and contain the right amount of storage space for you.

12 October 2021

Top five freezers for 2021

Whether you’re looking for a tall freezer, a small freezer or a chest freezer, our round-up of the top five on test will help you find the best.

1 October 2021

Best freezers for your garage

Most freezers are designed to be kept in rooms that don't get colder than 10°C. If you want a freezer for your garage, make sure you read our guide before you buy.

10 August 2021

Which freezer brand to buy in 2021

Unique Which? reliability and customer satisfaction data can help you to choose a brand of freezer that lasts. We survey owners of Bosch, Miele, Samsung and more, to find out which develop the least faults and which they would recommend.

12 October 2021

How to store food safely in the freezer

Find out how best to store food in the freezer and how to safely defrost it when you're ready to cook, helping you to enjoy your food and reduce the risk of food poisoning

1 October 2021

Top 10 cheap chest freezers and freezers

For buyers on a budget, our expert freezer reviews uncover the best affordable models that freeze fast, keeping your food fresh.

1 October 2021

Top five best chest freezers for 2021

If you want to store large amounts of food, you may want to invest in a chest freezer. Our guide reveals the best chest freezers.

1 October 2021

Freezer safety

Safety advice on freezer backs and fires, plastic and metal backs and how to use your freezer safely.

1 October 2021

How to defrost your freezer

Learn how to defrost your freezer quickly, without making a mess of your kitchen and wasting food.

1 October 2021

Energy-efficient freezers

Save money with a freezer that uses less electricity. We reveal the best energy-efficient models.

1 October 2021

How we test freezers

Our tests reveal the freezers that freeze fast, to keep your food as fresh and nutrient-packed as possible. Find out more about our tests.

1 October 2021

How to buy the best chest freezer

Frost-free or manual defrost? Counterbalanced or regular lid? Find out everything you need to know about how to buy the best chest freezer.

1 October 2021

How to buy the best integrated freezer

Looking for the best integrated freezer for your built-in kitchen? We'll help you pick the best model for your needs and budget.

1 October 2021