GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer
#2 in LargeFull review
A well equipped 15.7 cu ft garage freezer with an alarm, a lock and four baskets. For buyers who want the features and are fine with a one year warranty.
GE Appliances $989$989
The GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer is the better freezer overall, rated 3.4 to 3.1. The GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer leads on features. The BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer wins on value. The GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer costs $110 less ($989 vs $1,099).
BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer
#5 in LargeFull review
For homesteads and hunters who need the most space in one cabinet. Keep it in a heated space since no garage rating is given.
Amazon $1,099$1,099
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer for features (temperature alarm, defrost drain, lock, 4 baskets vs defrost drain, 2 baskets).
- Choose the BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer for value ($55.51 per cu ft ($1,099, 19.8 cu ft) vs $62.99 per cu ft ($989, 15.7 cu ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every large freezer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer | BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 19 $62.99 per cu ft ($989, 15.7 cu ft) | 33 $55.51 per cu ft ($1,099, 19.8 cu ft) |
| Efficiency 25% | 74 277 kWh a year (17.6 kWh per cu ft) | 68 361 kWh a year (18.2 kWh per cu ft) |
| Garage 15% | 100 rated to run in rooms down to 0 °F | 50 room temperature range not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year full warranty | 0 1-year full warranty |
| Features 15% | 100 temperature alarm, defrost drain, lock, 4 baskets | 75 defrost drain, 2 baskets |
Specifications
| GE FCM16DLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer | BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 15.7 cu ft | 19.8 cu ft |
| Baskets | 4 | 2 |
| Defrost | Manual | Manual |
| Defrost drain | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to fridge | No | - |
| Energy and placement | ||
| Energy use | 277 kWh/yr | 361 kWh/yr |
| ENERGY STAR | Yes | - |
| Room temperature range | 0 to 110 °F | - |
| Garage ready | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Temperature alarm | Yes | - |
| Power light | Yes | Yes |
| Lock | Yes | - |
| Dimensions | 65 x 28.5 x 33.375 in | 71 x 29.5 x 33.5 in |
| Weight | 168 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Sealed system warranty | 1 years | - |
| Released | 2017-07 | - |