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
The GE FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer is the better freezer overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The GE FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer leads on features. The BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer wins on efficiency. The GE FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer costs $200 less ($899 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 FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer for features (temperature alarm, defrost drain, lock, 2 baskets vs defrost drain, 2 baskets).
- Choose the BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer for efficiency (361 kWh a year (18.2 kWh per cu ft) vs 308 kWh a year (19.6 kWh per 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 FCM16SLWW 15.7 cu ft Chest Freezer | BLACK+DECKER 19.8 Cu Ft Chest Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 29 $57.26 per cu ft ($899, 15.7 cu ft) | 33 $55.51 per cu ft ($1,099, 19.8 cu ft) |
| Efficiency 25% | 54 308 kWh a year (19.6 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, 2 baskets | 75 defrost drain, 2 baskets |
Specifications
| GE FCM16SLWW 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 | 2 | 2 |
| Defrost | Manual | Manual |
| Defrost drain | Yes | Yes |
| Converts to fridge | No | - |
| Energy and placement | ||
| Energy use | 308 kWh/yr | 361 kWh/yr |
| ENERGY STAR | No | - |
| 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 | 2018-06 | - |