Company: Amazon
Price Range: $300 - $350
Consumer Feedback: Read Amazon Consumer Reviews on the GE FCM5SUWW 5.0 cu. Ft. Chest Freezer.
Who Would Buy This: Those shopping for a basic, compact chest freezer from a reliable brand.
Pros:
The GE FCM5SUWW has a compact size so it can fit nicely in kitchens where space is at a premium. The unit has a recessed door handle which keeps the design minimalistic and streamlined.
With 5.0 cubic feet of storage space, this freezer is ideally suited to single, couples or small families. Inside there is a sliding bulk storage basket for bulky food items.
Low energy use – The freezer is estimated to use only about 304 kWh a year which equals only around $30 in electricity costs annually.
The front exterior of the appliance features a power on light plus an adjustable temperature dial so you can regulate the temperature to your preferred level.
Cons:
No auto defrost feature so you need to defrost the freezer manually.
One consumer encountered a problem with the lid seal leaking air leading to frost build-up inside. However, no other consumers experienced this so it appears to not be a common problem.
Summary
The GE FCM5SUWW 5.0 cu. Ft. Chest Freezer is a quiet, energy efficient freezer with a happy consumer base.
We would have liked to see some interior dividers to organized food items and a slow-close lid, but overall this freezer has a good spec for its price so we recommend it.
