Freezers or “deep fridges” have become an essential part of every home. As the country adjusts to the record hot and humid weather, the need for freezers has become even more urgent for storing food items. For example, fish, meat, and other perishables need to be stored in freezers for long preservations. And sometimes, traditional fridges with small built-in freezers simply aren’t enough. So for those looking for a freezer, this is the ultimate guide. In this article, we talk about different types, what to consider, and the price range of freezers in Bangladesh in 2024.
Types of Freezers
There are different types of freezers depending on their setup and functionality. For example, some freezers are built into a regular fridge. There are also walk-in freezers used in commercial kitchens.
But depending on the physicality of standalone freezers, it can be divided into three main types:
Upright Freezers
These freezers resemble traditional fridges with their upright design and a front opening door. They are perfect when you need to regularly access the storage. The upright design allows for better compartment allocation making it easy to store and retrieve items.
However, upright freezers are less energy efficient compared to chest freezers. It also has less storage due to compartmentalization.
Drawer Freezers
Drawer freezers are built into the kitchen cabinet for seamless integration. This type of freezer isn’t all that common in Bangladesh as most kitchens do not utilize the cabinet system.
Besides, drawer freezers have less storage space compared to both upright and chest freezers. It is also more expensive to install them.
Chest Freezer
Almost all the freezers available in the Bangladesh market are chest freezers. This type of freezer opens from the top with a hinged lid. The obvious advantage of a chest freezer is the large storage capacity. These freezers are great for long-term storage as they are more power-efficient than the other two. However, on the downside, chest freezers require more floor space compared to upright or drawer freezers.
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What to Consider While Buying a Freezer
What is your plan with the freezer?
One of the first things to consider before buying a freezer is how you plan to use the freezer. For example, do you plan to use it as supplemental storage for your regular fridge? Or do you plan to store items for a long time?
Depending on your need, you can choose an upright freezer for frequent access or a chest freezer for long-haul storage.
Where to place the freezer?
As homes and apartments get smaller and smaller in urban areas, it's important to consider whether you’ll be able to accommodate a freezer in a way that doesn’t stick out. You need to consider whether your kitchen space or the dining space is the most suitable for positioning the freezer.
Additionally, consider checking your doorways to make sure you can fit in the freezer in your desired area.
Capacity
Another thing to consider is the capacity. Many standard fridges already come with a built-in freezer. However, if you need additional space for cold storage, a 90 to 150-liter-sized freezer is considered mini-sized. For mid-size options, consider anything between 150 to 200 liters. Anything above 200 liters can be classified as large freezers.
What is your budget?
The budget is perhaps another important thing to consider when buying a freezer. As a rule of thumb, higher storage capacity would incur higher costs. The price also depends on cutting-edge features available in the freezer.
Freezers from local brands tend to be cheaper compared to international options.
Available Features
You may consider some additional features before choosing a freezer. These include:
- Energy efficiency
- Fast freezing
- Automatic defrost
- Heat retention
- Temperature alarm
- Interior lighting
- Locking
- Style and design.
