Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer
#2 in SmallFull review
A 5 cu ft freezer for buyers who want a Frigidaire badge and a black finish. Rated energy use is not published.
Amazon $278.99$278.99
The Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer is the better freezer overall, rated 3.3 to 2.9. The Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer leads on value. The Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer costs $53.61 less ($278.99 vs $332.60).
BLACK+DECKER 5.1 Cu Ft Chest Freezer
#11 in SmallFull review
A plain 5 cu ft freezer for a kitchen or heated basement. Better documented rivals cost less.
Amazon $332.60$332.60
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer for value ($55.80 per cu ft ($278.99, 5 cu ft) vs $65.22 per cu ft ($332.60, 5.1 cu ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every small freezer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer | BLACK+DECKER 5.1 Cu Ft Chest Freezer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 59 $55.80 per cu ft ($278.99, 5 cu ft) | 40 $65.22 per cu ft ($332.60, 5.1 cu ft) |
| Efficiency 25% | 50 rated energy use not published (neutral score used) | 50 rated energy use not published (neutral score used) |
| Garage 15% | 80 garage ready, lowest room temperature not stated | 50 room temperature range not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year full warranty | 0 1-year full warranty |
| Features 15% | 62 defrost drain, 1 basket | 62 defrost drain, 1 basket |
Specifications
| Frigidaire EFRF5003 5.0 Cu Ft Freezer | BLACK+DECKER 5.1 Cu Ft Chest Freezer | |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Capacity | 5 cu ft | 5.1 cu ft |
| Baskets | 1 | 1 |
| Defrost | Manual | Manual |
| Defrost drain | Yes | Yes |
| Energy and placement | ||
| Garage ready | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Power light | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 28 x 23 x 35 in | 27.8 x 21.7 x 33.5 in |
| Weight | - | 52.9 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2020-10 |