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A chest freezer is one of those appliances that I always thought would come in handy, but have never owned. Make ahead meals, freezer cooking and stocking up on sale items are all appealing ideas to me. However, I never had quite enough room in the freezer compartment of my refrigerator to do these things well. In fact, there have been many times when my freezer drawer was so full I could barely open or close it without a struggle.
The NewAir Compact Chest Freezer is a smart option if you have been contemplating more freezer space. This model measures 22.2″D x 37.4″W x 33.3″H. Although we do not have much excess storage space in our two-car garage, we were able to carve out a place for this freezer. I was also pleasantly surprised to see the U.S. Government Energy Guide label states that this unit’s estimated yearly electricity use is 244 kWh. This comes out to an estimated yearly energy cost of only $29.
I have been slowly adding items to this chest freezer and I cannot wait to add more.
For example, I made a double batch of breakfast cookies and put the extra dough balls in a gallon bag to freeze for future use. This can be done with a variety of foods, and will be a real time-saver once school starts again.
As you can see, this chest freezer has plenty of storage space (seven cubic feet, to be exact). The wire basket and interior shelf help separate items and make them easier to find. There is also a LED light that turns on automatically when you open the door, which makes it easy to see the contents inside.
A long time ago, my mom suggested that I keep a list of items in my freezer (along with the date) so I do not forget about them. I think this tip will be helpful in keeping track of what I have in the freezer and reducing food waste.
Another benefit of owning a chest freezer is being able to buy food items in bulk without having to worry about storage. I am a big Costco shopper, but sometimes I had to stop myself from buying good deals because I knew there was not enough room in our freezer. Now I can buy the big pack of chicken drumsticks and freeze half for another dinner on a busy night.
The simple digital temperature controls set the thermostat between -14° F and 50° F. There is also a door alarm that can help prevent accidental losses.
Finally, I also want to mention that this is unit is very quiet! Even though we have ours in the garage, it would not be bothersome if it was inside our home.
Where To Purchase NewAir Products + Discount Code
NewAir appliances are available to purchase through their online store. In addition to the NewAir Compact Chest Freezer, NewAir also offers many other products, including beverage fridges, evaporative coolers, ice makers and heaters. Use discount code LIM at checkout for ten percent off your purchase!