Chest Freezers
Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer
$319.99
Best mid-size — more room for bulk meat and big batch-cooking while staying efficient.
Chest Freezers
Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer
$599.99
For big families, hunters, gardeners, or serious bulk buyers, the Whirlpool 16 cu ft is a true deep freeze. It swallows half a cow or a season's harvest, with sliding baskets to keep things organized and efficient cooling for the size.
Best for: Large families · Hunters & gardeners · Maximum storage
How it scores
Ease of use4/5
Performance5/5
Durability5/5
Easy to clean3/5
Value for money4/5
Pros & cons
- Huge capacity
- Organized with baskets
- Efficient for its size
- Durable
- Large footprint
- Expensive
- Manual defrost takes effort
In depth
In regular rotation (160W, a 16 cu ft capacity, serving about 2-4), the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer earns 5/5 for performance and 5/5 for durability in our scoring. Huge capacity is the detail that shows up most in day-to-day use. The parts are hand-wash only, so factor in a couple extra minutes after each use, which feeds into its 3/5 cleanup score.
This one is a strong fit for Large families, Hunters & gardeners, Maximum storage. Where it falls short: large footprint, and expensive — worth weighing against its 4/5 value-for-money score before you commit.
Compared to the Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer, the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer runs about $280 more than it and matches it on value for money (4/5). If generous capacity matters more to you than huge capacity, the Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer is the one to check next.
Where it sits in Chest Freezers
At $599.99, the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer is the most expensive of the 5 chest freezers we list — 114% above the $279.99 median for the category. The closest cheaper option we list is the Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer, $280 less.
| Product | Price | Rating | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| GE Garage Ready 7.0 cu ft Chest Freezer | $279.99 | 4.6★ | 7.0 cu ft |
| Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer | $319.99 | 4.5★ | 8.7 cu ft |
| Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer (this page) | $599.99 | 4.6★ | 16 cu ft |
Prices are from our last catalog check and move around on Amazon; ranking is across the 5 chest freezers in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market.
Full specifications
| Capacity | 16 cu ft |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 160 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Dimensions (in) | 56.0 x 29.4 x 37.9 |
| Weight (lbs) | 150 |
| Color | White |
| Controls | dial thermostat |
| Temp range (°F) | -12 to 6 |
| Functions | Manual defrost, Sliding baskets, Defrost drain |
| Included | 3 sliding baskets |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Noise | Low |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Footprint | Extra large |
Common questions
How much does the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer cost?
As of our last check it was priced around $599.99 on Amazon. That makes it the most expensive of the 5 chest freezers in our catalog, 114% above the $279.99 category median. Amazon prices change often, so confirm the current price before buying.
Who is the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer best for?
Best for: Large families, Hunters & gardeners, Maximum storage. If that profile doesn't fit, the Frigidaire 8.7 cu ft Chest Freezer covers similar ground for $280 less.
Is the Whirlpool 16 cu ft Chest Freezer worth the price?
It sits 114% above the $279.99 median for the 5 chest freezers we list. At a 4/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's one of the stronger picks in its price range — the main tradeoff to weigh is large footprint.
📖 Want the full rundown? Read our Chest Freezers buying guide.
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GE Garage Ready 7.0 cu ft Chest Freezer
$279.99
Best for the garage — built to keep food frozen through temperature swings in unheated spaces.