Chest Freezer 220V for Overseas Homes and Stores
Choosing a Lid Style and Size for Large Items
A horizontal freezer gives you a lot of space, and chest models are the more popular of our two freezer types. The catch is organization. Items end up stacked on top of each other, and you have to reach down to get at them. It is the pick for large items, where open space matters more than sorting.
| At a Glance | This Range |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 130 to 790 liters |
| Lid style | Flip-up top lid, sliding glass lid, or glass-top display |
| Doors | Single door or double door |
| Colors | Both white and silver finishes |
| Frequency | 50Hz, with 50/60Hz on the Frigidaire models |
Lid styles vary. A basic unit has a flip-up top lid, and some add a sliding glass lid, like the Frigidaire MCCG15V6GW. Display freezers have a glass top so you can see inside, like at an ice cream counter. The Blue Star EGT200FOD is one.
Liters lead here. Overseas freezers are made and listed in liters, though a few, like the Frigidaire MFC models, are named in cubic feet. For reference, 250 liters is about 9 cubic feet, and 500 liters is about 16.
Why Hertz Matters for a Freezer
Each freezer here is built for 220-240V, so none will work in the USA. They suit Africa, Asia, Europe, and any overseas country on 220V at 50 hertz, including St Lucia, Grenada, and Dominica in the Caribbean.
A US freezer expects 60Hz at 110V. A converter steps 220V down to 110V, so the voltage is right, but the supply is still 50Hz. Run that way for a long period, and the compressor runs hot, which shortens the life of the freezer. That leaves two routes.
Buy One Made for 220V
No converter is involved, and a plug adapter handles a mismatched plug.
Bring a Freezer From Home
A transformer is possible, but we can't promise it works, and a freezer that does run will probably last a shorter time. Plan for three to five times its wattage, about 5,000W for a 1,000W freezer. We don't recommend this route.
Prefer shelves to open space? See our upright freezers, or browse the full freezer range.
Bring Home Your Freezer in 3 Simple Steps
Pick Your Size and Lid
Choose a capacity from 130 to 790 liters, then decide between a flip-up lid, a sliding glass lid, or a glass-top display model.
Sent From Elk Grove Village
Your freezer ships worldwide from our Illinois headquarters in Elk Grove Village, and checkout calculates the shipping cost.
Check the Hertz, Then Plug In
Check that your outlets supply 220-240V at the hertz your freezer is rated for, then plug in. A freezer made for 220V skips the converter entirely, and a plug adapter solves a different plug shape.
Why Trust 220 Electronics for Freezers
Ready for Your Outlet From Day One
Each unit is made for 220-240V from the factory, so it is set for your outlet when it arrives.
Sizes and Brands to Choose From
From a 130-liter Sharp up to a 790-liter Dynastar, with Frigidaire, Whirlpool, Zanussi, Blue Star, Venus, and GE in between.
Plain Talk About Hertz
We have shipped appliances worldwide since 1979, so compressors, transformers, and power questions come up every day. You get a clear answer.
Help Before You Buy
Not sure which size or lid style fits? Call our U.S.-based sales team, and we will help you narrow it down.
FAQs
What is a 220V chest freezer and how does it work?
It is a top-opening deep freezer made for 220-240V outlets beyond North America. Its compressor removes heat from the cabinet, which keeps everything inside frozen.
220V Chest freezer vs 220V upright freezer: which saves more space?
A chest freezer gives you more storage room and suits large items, though things stack up and you reach down to get them. An upright makes sorting easy, but its shelves leave less room for bulky items.
Is a 220V chest freezer cheaper to run than an upright?
Running cost depends on the model. The freezers in this range are made in different countries, so their energy ratings are not consistent. Send us the two models you are weighing, and we will compare them with you.
Does a 220V chest freezer work during power cuts?
A freezer simply shuts off if the voltage is unsteady, and in most countries that is not an issue. Where power is known to be unstable, a Diamond Series Type 5 voltage converter with a stabilizer and regulator protects it, even a freezer made for 220V. Elsewhere, it is not really needed.
What size 220V chest freezer do I need for my family?
The right size depends on how much you store, and the range spans 130 to 790 liters. Tell us how many people you are feeding and what you freeze, and we will point you to a fit.
How often do I need to defrost a 220V chest freezer?
The Sharp models and the Frigidaire MFC models are manual defrost, so you clear the ice by hand. The Frigidaire MFFC14V7FW is frost-free and needs no defrosting. Call us for how often to defrost your model.
Can I use a 220V chest freezer in the USA?
No. These are built for 220-240V outlets abroad, and a regular 110V US outlet cannot power them.
Does 220-Electronics ship chest freezers overseas?
Yes, we ship worldwide. Large appliances like freezers go through a freight forwarder in the USA, and our website calculates the cost at checkout.
Is there a warranty on a 220V chest freezer?
Coverage is confirmed model by model. Contact us with the model you are considering, and we will tell you exactly what the coverage includes before you buy.