Fridgemaster Chest Freezer with Winter Guard Technology vs 165L Upright Freezer - White — Comparison
The Fridgemaster MCF96E Chest Freezer with Winter Guard Technology costs £119 and sits as the budget chest-freezer choice, while the Fridgemaster MTZ55153E 165L Upright Freezer - White is £269 and sits as the larger upright model. MCF96E is about low-cost overflow capacity and cold-space flexibility, whereas MTZ55153E is about organised everyday storage in a taller cabinet. Both carry an E energy rating, but the user experience is very different.
MCF96E measures H:854mm x W:546mm x D:479mm, has 95L net capacity, a C-rated 40dB noise rating, Winter Guard Technology and a white finish. MTZ55153E measures H:1434mm x W:550mm x D:542mm, offers 165L capacity, low noise operation, five drawers and a reversible door. The upright model provides 70L more capacity and a drawer layout for better separation of foods, while the chest freezer is far cheaper and specifically lists Winter Guard Technology, making it appealing for garages or colder utility areas.
MCF96E suits households that need occasional extra freezing space for bulk buys, frozen meat, summer barbecue food or Christmas storage without spending much. Its chest format is efficient for larger items but less convenient when you need to find small packs quickly. MTZ55153E suits more frequent freezer users who want visible organisation, easier access and enough capacity to support a medium household. It costs £150 more, but the extra 70L, five drawers and reversible door make it more suitable as a main freezer rather than backup storage. This distinction is especially useful when balancing appliance footprint, storage habits and how often the freezer is opened.
Bottom line: choose MCF96E if you want the cheapest 95L chest freezer with Winter Guard Technology / opt for MTZ55153E if you need a 165L upright freezer with five drawers and easier everyday organisation.
| Specification | Fridgemaster MCF96E | Fridgemaster MTZ55153E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £119 | £269 |
| Brand | Fridgemaster | Fridgemaster |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 167 | 188 |
| Chest Freezer | Yes | No |
| Climate Class | N/SN/ST/T | N-ST |
| Colour Of Unit | White | White |
| Electronic temperature control | Yes | Yes |
| Energy Efficiency Class | E | E |
| Energy Rating | E | E |
| Fast freeze facility | No | No |
| Freezer | Chest | Upright |
| Freezer Storage Capacity | 95 | 165 |
| Frost Free Freezer | No | No |
| Guarantee | 2 Years | 2 Years |
| Noise Emissions | C | C |
| Noise dB | 40 | 40 |
| Reversible Doors | No | Yes |
| Smart Freezer | No | No |
| Type | Chest | Tall |
| Upright Freezer | No | Yes |
| Dimensions & Physical | ||
| Weight in kg | 22 | 45 |
| Depth in mm | 479 | 542 |
| Height in mm | 854 | 1434 |
| Width in mm | 546 | 550 |