In March 2021, the government introduced a new energy efficiency rating system for electrical appliances. A chest freezer's energy efficient rating runs from A to G, with A being the most energy efficient and G being the least. This has simplified an older system that ran from A+++ to G.

 How does this system work in relation to chest freezers and what rating will a chest freezer typically receive? Is a chest freezer F energy rating still okay or is chest freezer A energy rating the best? Or are there other factors to consider? 

 Is F energy rating good for a chest freezer?

 If you’re looking for a new chest freezer you will probably be keen to ensure that you choose the most energy-efficient model. While chest freezer A energy rating may seem like the most desirable, the new rating system is actually more complex than it at first seems.

 Under the old system, an F-rated chest freezer would have been rated A+. This reflects the fact that chest freezers are some of the most energy-efficient household appliances available. Any appliance rated A-F under the new system would in fact be an A+, A++ or A+++ under the old system. The new energy rating system reflects the great strides that have been made on energy efficiency by manufacturers over recent years. 

Which is better energy rating A or F?

A chest freezer with an F rating under the new rating system was an A+ rated refrigerator under the old rating system. While an A energy rating chest freezer under the new system would provide exceptional levels of energy efficiency, these are rarely available currently

Why are most freezers F-rated?

Most chest freezers are F-rated because of the changes made to the rating system. Prior to the change in March 2021, the same chest freezers were rated as A+, placing them in the third highest rating for energy efficiency. 

What chest freezer has the best energy rating?

Most chest freezers are currently F-rated reflecting a broad standard of energy efficiency across different manufacturers. These ratings may well improve further as manufacturers develop and refine their technology to reflect energy efficiency priorities. 

At Home Feeling, every chest freezer we stock from brands such as Willow, SIA and Montpellier, has an F rating, or an A+ rating under the old rating system. This makes them good, energy-efficient options.

 Are any chest freezers rated A?

There are currently hardly any freezers with an A rating under the new system. Most chest freezers on the market are currently F-rated reflecting the change in the rating system.  

An Outstanding Range of Chest Freezers from Home Feeling

 At Home Feeling, we make it easy to find a cost-effective chest freezer. 

 We only select high-quality products for our range from leading manufacturers and because they are straight from the factory, we can keep our prices low, passing the savings on to our customers. 

Our team is always on hand to answer any questions you may have. Ordering is simple and delivery is free across the UK, using our trusted and reliable couriers. Open your Home Feeling account today and let us take the stress out of selecting your new appliance.