BEST FREEZERS FOR YOUR HOME

HOW TO CHOOSE = Typically, the best freezers run most efficiently when filled, so avoid buying the biggest unit you can afford unless you have real need for it. Thanks to newer insulating materials, smaller units today offer more capacity than older models.

Experts like adjustable temperature control. Nearly all full-size freezers have a control knob. A lock is an important safety feature for homes with small children. Most freezers come with locks and a couple of keys.

Experts agree that food will remain frozen for about 48 hours during a power outage, if the door is kept closed. So don’t open the door of your freezers to check on the food. Keep the food tightly wrapped to avoid moisture escaping and the food drying out.

THE REVIEW = The Best Self-defrost Upright Freezer is the GE FUF14DTRWH for around $450. This smallish 13.7 cubic-foot freezer gets good comments from owners that say it’s the right size for most families. It has 3 shelves, 5 door racks, and an interior light.

Other Top Performers Include:

Best manual-defrost upright freezer = MaytagMQU1654BEW @ about $430.

Best manual-defrost chest freezer = Whirlpool EH151FXR @ about $450.

Best Self-defrost chest freezer = Frigidaire AFFC1466D @ around $550.

Best Price found for the GE in Nov. ’09 and again in May, '10 = $439 from Amazon.com.

Other models were well priced at AJ Madison Outlet for Savings up to 50%!

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