Size
The most important thing about a freezer is size. So make sure you take a look at the size and consider your family and lifestyle (do you entertain a great deal, or shop often) to determine the best size for you. Large sized freezers help to save the food budget, but an oversized freezer wastes money.

Temperature
Adjustment dials with temperature degree ranges like 10 to 40 make it easier than those with numbered ranges like 1 to 6.

Easy to clean
Defrosting: Is it necessary to defrost the freezer. Modern refrigerators have a textured finish that obscures fingerprints and is easy to wipe clean with just a damp cloth. The easier shelves and drawers are to remove and replace make cleaning them a whole lot easier.

Energy Saving
A chest freezer holds energy better than a upright freezer. You should look for the energy saving sticker while you are shopping for a freezer. This is an appliance that is constantly cycling off and on. The more energy efficient it is, the more it will save the consumer .

Doors
There are chest freezers where the door is on top, and upright freezers that open similar to refrigerators. If you are storing a lot of food that you will not necessarily be using every day, a chest freezer is a good option. If you believe that you will be opening your freezer to obtain items once or more each day, you may find that a upright freezer better suits your needs.

Lights
Some freezer units do not have interior light. You will want to determine where your freezer will be placed and what time of the day you will be using it, so you can best determine if you require a light.

Baskets and bins
Many freezers are pre-fitted with assorted baskets and bins. This can make for easy storing, but is not always necessary. Also, depending on what you are storing, you can easily use cardboard boxes if it decreases your spend on the unit.

Wheels
Casters make it easier to move for cleaning and convenience purposes. They should be metal so they last. They should be durable so they don’t crack or break.

Sound
The freezer is going to run for a long time and it might be in a location adjacent to other frequently inhabited areas. There will always be some compressor/motor sounds, but it should not be extraordinarily loud or distractive. Check for the sound level of the freezer if this is a concern.

Frost Free
Some frost will build up, but the better the freezer is at getting out the moisture, the easier it is to use. A frost-encrusted freezer is an invitation to higher energy bills and countless hours of chipping or melting built up ice that regularly accumulates over time.