Large families often need extra freezer space, but when a chest freezer is placed in a kitchen, apartment or open-plan living area, noise can be a distraction. So here is an article on the best quiet chest freezer.

Chest freezers have gotten quieter

Modern chest freezers are quieter than ever, with many high-performing models operating at just 38-42 decibels (dB). That’s a little louder than the quietest fridges but less noisy than household appliances such as dishwashers or juicers.

Below you will get a decibel comparison of six of the best quiet chest freezers available on Amazon. We will talk about what makes them quiet and tell you about notable features. 

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1. Midea 7 Cu.Ft Chest Freezer
2. EUHOMY 3.5 Cu Ft Chest Freezer 
3. Bodacious 5.0 Cu Ft Chest Freezer
4. Cowsar 5.0 Cu Ft Chest Freezer
5. Smad 20.5 Cu Ft Garage Chest Freezer
6. Muwub 10.0 Cu Ft Chest Freezer

Now for some stats:

#1 – Midea 7 Cu.Ft Chest Freezer

Funnily enough, there isn’t a published decibel reading for the first chest freezer on this list.

However, so many buyers mentioned the Midea 7 Cu Ft Chest Freezer’s low operational noise that we had to include it. One customer who showered the appliance with praise is Infinerex (how can we tell if they are male or female?!) – he or she said in an Amazon review:

“It’s very quiet, and aside from a barely perceptible click when the compressor turns on you wouldn’t even know it was running. Great size too.” 

Here is the really clever bit: This Midea creation allows you to switch between freezer and fridge modes, offering true versatility for whatever items you want to put in there. Need drinks storage for a party or special event? Simply switch to Fridge Mode, and there you have it.

A 7 cu ft capacity means it offers plenty of space, without being a gigantic model. There’s also Power Outage Protection, giving you peace of mind that items will keep frozen for up to 48 hours when power is lost.

Pros

• Favorite with buyers for low noise
• Medium-large capacity
• Converts into a fridge (Fridge Mode)

Cons

• Depth means organization takes some thought

Best for: High capacity quiet freezer that saves floor space

#2 – EUHOMY 3.5 Cu Ft Chest Freezer – 38 dB

With an operational noise of just 38 dB, the EUHOMY 3.5 Cu Ft Chest Freezer is right down at the bottom of the scale for a chest freezer.

Despite this low noise level, the freezer still uses a high-performance R600a compressor that offers a 12-hour freezing power of 24 pounds. It’s energy efficient, consuming around 0.53kWh of power per day.  

A high-density foam layer and insulated door seal help keep in the cold, even in the event of a power cut. 

Fine, it isn’t the biggest, but a lot of people may not need a lot more freezer room. Actually, the small footprint can come in handy, and mean that it can fit into the corner of kitchens, garages, and open-plan apartments in which space is at a premium.

Pros

• Very quiet (38 dB)
• Energy efficient
• Budget friendly

Cons

• Not the largest

Best for: Quiet, budget-friendly and energy-efficient option

 #3 – Bodacious 5 Cu Ft Chest Freezer – 40 dB

In its marketing material, the Bodacious 5 cu ft Chest Freezer sets its stall out to offer “Ultra Quiet Operation” – so what does that actually look like?

This freezer operates at 40 dB or under, which puts it firmly in the category of ‘quiet chest freezer’. Low power consumption is another advantage – 0.36kW.h per day, to be exact. And there is a really neat Fast Freeze function that gets the temperature of your items down faster, preserving freshness quicker.

It’s ot the biggest, but not the smallest either, with a medium-sized 5 cu ft capacity giving you a significant amount of extra frozen storage. 

You might not have heard of the Bodacious brand before – but despite the fact they aren’t a household name, their freezers are sold widely on Amazon and Walmart, and they have accompanied this freezer with a 2-year warranty.

Pros

• Low noise (sub 40 dB)
• Fast freezing
• 2-year warranty

Cons

• Deep shape demands smart organization

Best for: Medium-sized quiet chest freezer for a good price 

 #4 – Cowsar 5.0 Cu Ft Chest Freezer – 43 dB

With a 43 dB operating noise, the Cowsar 5 Cu Ft Chest Freezer rightfully takes its place in this top 6 best quiet chest freezer list…

The low noise level is one thing, but there are a number of bright features which we wanted to tell you about. There are seven adjustable temperatures to choose from and 4D rapid cooling technology that can cool down food in just 5 minutes.

It’s easy to organise, with the advantage of 3 movable baskets, meaning less bending and lifting. All in all, an excellent all-rounder.

Pros

• Low noise (43 dB)
• 7 adjustable temperatures
• Easy to organise

Cons

• Higher price point than some 5 cu ft chest freezers

Best for: Quiet user-friendly all-rounder

#5 – Smad 20.5 Cu Ft Garage Chest Freezer – 42 dB

We had to include one ‘Big Daddy’ in this list. Those looking for bulk meat storage, or a place to keep seasonal veggies, step this way…

What might be most impressive about the Smad 20.5 Cu Ft Garage Chest Freezer is the 42 dB, despite its size. 

Its width means that it is very accessible, despite the huge capacity. There is a 45-90° hinged door and four dual-direction wheels for easy mobility. Personalised temperature control is assured by 7 separate settings. And an exterior defrosting drain ensures simple maintenance when the time comes. 

The key takeaway with the Smad 20.5 Cu Ft Garage Chest Freezer is that despite its size, it is quiet, and very easily accessible (both to organise and to move!).

Pros

• Very quiet for size (42 dB)
• Huge capacity
• Easy access and mobility

Cons

• Higher price point than smaller freezers

Best for: Bulk freezing with the volume down

#6 – Muwub 10 Cu Ft Chest Freezer – 40 dB

Another chest freezer on the larger side, this Muwub model gives you 10 cu ft of space.

It’s also quiet – promising you a noise level of 40 dB or under, and it has seven adjustable temperatures. It’s top heavy profile means that it won’t actually take up a lot of floor space, and there is a removable storage basket to help you organise items and avoid needing to dive in headfirst!

There are adjustable legs to ensure you have the right balance and that it won’t topple over. 

Buyers are impressed. Heidi K, a reviewer, reported on Amazon:

“Fantastic, no issues so far after 3 months.”

Oh yes… It comes with a free mini fridge!

Pros

• Quiet (40 dB or less)
• Medium-to-large capacity
• Comes with free mini fridge

Cons

• Horizontal freezers may be more accessible

Best for: Big capacity space saver