GE FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer
#4 in LargeFull review
A lockable 15.7 cu ft garage freezer for a whole season of meat. The FCM16DLWW costs a little more but adds an audible alarm, more baskets and lower energy use.
GE Appliances $899$899
3.0/5
A large freezer for a family that buys meat by the side or the whole animal. Keep it in a heated space since no garage rating is given.
- 16.2 cu ftCapacity
- 315 kWh/yrEnergy use
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$869.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Big enough for a whole beef or a hog
- Two removable baskets keep small packages on top
- Easy access drain for defrosting a large cabinet
Cons
- No garage rating published
- Only a 1 year warranty on a large purchase
The BLACK+DECKER BCF family
Every BLACK+DECKER BCF model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK+DECKER 8.9 Cu Ft Chest Freezer | 8.9 cu ft | 2.7/5 | $619.25 |
| BLACK+DECKER 10 Cu Ft Chest Freezer | 10 cu ft | 2.7/5 | $699.99 |
| BLACK+DECKER 16.2 Cu Ft Chest Freezer (this one) | 16.2 cu ft | 3.0/5 | $869.99 |
| BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer | 19.8 cu ft | 3.1/5 | $1,099 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BCF1620E |
|---|---|
| Storage | |
| Capacity | 16.2 cu ft |
| Baskets | 2 |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Defrost drain | Yes |
| Energy and placement | |
| Energy use | 315 kWh/yr |
| Build | |
| Power light | Yes |
| Dimensions | 60.4 x 29 x 33.5 in |
| Weight | 141.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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