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4.8 | 138 Reviews

GE® 5.1 Cu. Ft. Manual Defrost Chest Freezer

GE Appliances FCM5STWW

Features

  • Garage Ready
  • Power Outage Promise
  • The highest rated upright and chest freezer lineup in the industry
  • Find The Right Fit

Quick Specs

  • Type: Freezer
  • Style: Chest
  • Width: 24.75"
  • Height: 30.5"
  • Depth: 21"
  • Energy Star Rated: No
  • Refrigerator Size: 5.1 (cu. ft.)
  • Freezer Capacity: 5.1 (cu. ft.)
  • WiFi Connected: No

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Garage Ready

GE freezers are tested to perform from 0°F to 110°F

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Power Outage Promise

In the event of a power outage, food remains frozen* 48 hours in the freezer (*temperature 32 degrees F or lower)

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The highest rated upright and chest freezer lineup in the industry

Based on aggregated ratings and review data from GEA.com and leading retail websites

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Find The Right Fit

Chest and upright freezers come in a variety of sizes to fit your needs

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One Plastic Lift-Out, Sliding Basket

Offers flexibility to organize and store favorite foods for quick, easy access

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Exterior Power "On" Light

Easily see if the freezer is working without having to open the door

Garage Ready GE freezers are tested to perform from 0°F to 110°F

Power Outage Promise In the event of a power outage, food remains frozen* 48 hours in the freezer (*temperature 32 degrees F or lower)

The highest rated upright and chest freezer lineup in the industry Based on aggregated ratings and review data from GEA.com and leading retail websites

Find The Right Fit Chest and upright freezers come in a variety of sizes to fit your needs

One Plastic Lift-Out, Sliding Basket Offers flexibility to organize and store favorite foods for quick, easy access

Exterior Power "On" Light Easily see if the freezer is working without having to open the door

Adjustable Temperature Control Easy to use controls to select the temperature for your needs

Recessed Handle A streamlined design offers a clean and sleek appearance

Upfront Defrost Drain The drain is conveniently located to easily drain water during defrosting

Manual Defrost Manually defrost the freezer on your schedule

Features

  • Garage Ready
  • Power Outage Promise
  • The highest rated upright and chest freezer lineup in the industry
  • Find The Right Fit
  • One Plastic Lift-Out, Sliding Basket
  • Exterior Power "On" Light
  • Adjustable Temperature Control
  • Recessed Handle
  • Upfront Defrost Drain
  • Manual Defrost
CAPACITY
Freezer Capacity 5.05 cu ft
Total Capacity (cubic feet) 5.1 cu ft
APPEARANCE
Handle Color White
Handle Recessed
Color Appearance White
WARRANTY
Labor Warranty Limited 1-year entire appliance
Warranty Notes See written warranty for full details
Parts Warranty Limited 1-year entire appliance
POWER / RATINGS
Electrical Requirements 115V
Energy Consumption (kWh/year) 218
Volts/Hertz/Amps 115V;60Hz
Hertz 60
ECONOMICAL / QUIET
Insulation (Cabinet & Lid) Foam
Wrap Around Evaporator Yes
Wrap Around Condenser Yes
Cabinet Liner Metal
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Approximate Shipping Weight 61 lb
Overall Depth 21 in
Side Air Clearances 3 in
Overall Height 33.5 in
Height Needed for Lid to Raise 90 Degrees 53 in
Overall Width 24.75 in
Net Weight 54 lb
Height w/Lid Open 53 in
Back Air Clearances 3 in
FEATURES
Temperature Range -6 F to 6 F
Defrost Type Manual
Product Type Chest
Temperature Control Adjustable
Bulk Storage Basket (1) Slide-Out, Wire
Power "ON" Light Yes
Control Type Manual
Defrost Water Drain Yes
Garage Ready Yes

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Freezer
  • Style: Chest

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 24.75"
  • Height: 30.5"
  • Depth: 21"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: No

  • Capacity

  • Refrigerator Size: 5.1 (cu. ft.)
  • Freezer Capacity: 5.1 (cu. ft.)
  • WiFi Connected: No

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4.8 out of 5

96% of reviewers recommend this product.

4 Stars

It works

Super Goof 4/24/2026

Works great. But hard to organize. Also wish a magnetic lock would have been an option.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Perfect size

Hacked 3/18/2026

It is the perfect size for me. Can get much more in there then one would expect. Love it
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

Handy garage ready freezer

Wjr3 2/21/2026

Works well. Keeps steady temperature, but required the purchase of a third party e-thermometer to keep track of the temperature.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Nice Small Freezer

ML466 12/12/2025

Nice small freezer to put in kitchen in addition to refrigerator/freezer . Received in perfect condition . ™€œGarage Ready™€ even though it will be kept in the house . Extra insulation is always good . Time will tell the whole story as to how it holds up . Bought one for my daughter several years ago and it is still going strong.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Nice features

Joe Jay 10/30/2025

It is too early to tell, I just received the Freezer, but according to what I read and heard about it will be happy with it/
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Chest Freezer

Klynn58 10/25/2025

Have had a this a couple months and we are happy with the freezer. It is quiet, came to the temperature we needed quickly. Perfect size for our needs and would recommend this if you need a smaller chest style freezer.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great features

BookerTT 10/18/2025

Great product works very well. I will recommend it to all my family and friends
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great freezer

La303 10/5/2025

Sadly, my freezer just died, but I did buy it in December, 2001. It worked great, just make sure to defrost it on schedule. I am downsizing and need something smaller, otherwise, I would buy this again.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Works

Wayne2019 10/2/2025

It's a freezer. So far so good. Fits the dimensions and no problems so far. Freezers should last a long time so I'll save any big praise until it's at least 10 years old.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Just what we needed

S and S 1 9/20/2025

Perfect size, whisper quiet. Serves our needs perfectly, love it!
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Nice small freezer for garage.

CherylAnn218 9/15/2025

Great size for our garage. Easy to access food as it is not too deep, has a small shelf and a basket. Nice for overflow from house side by side freezer and to stock up on sale items. Keeps food frozen as expected!
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great!

Beth624 8/5/2025

Great freezer deep and very roomy! I highly recommend!
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Goot

Maidu530 8/2/2025

Its all goot works well and keeps food goot for as long as needs to be
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

GE 5.1 garage chest freezer- welcome addition

JSCL 7/16/2025

Just received 5.1 cu ft GE chest freezer for garage today. Lowes delivery was prompt, delivery personnel were professional, helpful and noted / documented 2 dents on the front of the freezer when they unboxed it. There was no dent or mark on the box it came in so the damage was done before it was shipped. I was offered a discount due to the damage. Once plugged in and turned on, it cooled quickly. Thus far , I am very pleased with it. The motor is very quiet. It feels spacious
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

Freezer gets cold

79Wahoo 7/15/2025

Its a freezer. It get cold. It is white and square.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Works great

Grandepapi 7/9/2025

Works great holds a lot of food .compact doesn't take up a lot of space
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Compact and functional

Ginbird 7/8/2025

This freezer is just what we needed- small and compact and quickly came to freezing temperature once plugged in.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great Freezer.

Protea55 5/2/2025

This is the perfect size freezer. It is plenty spacious, and holds all of my frozen goods.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great product

Nana 61 4/27/2025

I love that it is just the right size I need. I like the metal interior and you can adjust the temperature. I had an extra large one for 26 years. My house burned down and my kids are grown, so my needs have changed. It was still working great when my house burned.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Fantastic addition

CaptainGK 3/26/2025

The freezer is fantastic. We chose it for it is, firstly, a GE product, and the size perfectly meets our freezer needs. The dimensions are great and the product sits well both in our garage as well as indoors (if we have to move it in later). The initial start-up was simple and straight with just one knob needing to be turned in to the desired temperature setting. We will definitely recommend this freezer to anyone who has freezer needs for 2,3, or 4 people in a household.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

Good freezer but needs an interior light.

DXrad 3/21/2025

It's a good basic freezer if you don't have much space. The corner I put it in has limited depth and this was the only brand that would fit there. A recent storm knocked out power for 60hrs and nothing perished. I'da gave it 5 stars if it had an interior light though. It needs a light.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

DEEP FREEZER COMIMG IN CLUTCH!!

Mrs Desperate 3/20/2025

This freezer has worked like a champ when all hope was lost while we are without a fridge. It's quiet and holds the perfect amount and fits perfectly in our limited space.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

1 Stars

FREEZER

WHY1ME 2/20/2025

IT WAS JUST DELIVERED LIKE TWO HOURS AGO AND THE LIGHT WILL NOT COME ON.THIS ISTHE THIRD GE FREEZER I HAVE PURCHASED WITHIN THE LAST 9 MONTHS THAT HASN'T WORKED. IT TAKES A LOT FOR ME TO GET MAD BUT I AM SUPER ANGRY RIGHT NOW. AND AFTER MY LAST FREEZER WENT OUT I LOST OVER $400 IN FOOD. INCLUDING PASTIZZIS FROM MALTA THAT COST A LOT OF MONEY TO HAVE SHIPPED HERE. OK. I AM BEYOND ANGRY AT THIS POINT.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

No, I do not recommend this product

5 Stars

Very nice freezer

Davbot 2/11/2025

It is a very nice little freezer. Happy with my purchase. Stable temperature.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Sleek

SD2025 2/8/2025

Product arrived packaged well and in excellent condition. It™€™s nice, sleek looking. We just started using product.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Terrific product

Karcaj78 1/30/2025

Perfect size and easy use. Plug in and set temperature
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Good product

J263we 1/29/2025

Nice and lightweight and well made. Finish seems very good
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

GE Freezer

sadiep4 1/27/2025

The freezer is perfect for the garage and it replaces a similar freezer.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

great product

gbhill 1/25/2025

great product. easy setup. works wonderfully. easy to adjust temperature.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

GREAT FEATURES AND IDEAL SIZE

PRAISE HIM 1/13/2025

IT'S WORKING TO MY EXPECTATIONS. VERY QUIET FREEZER
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Nice chest freezer

Joey1992 12/20/2024

Beautiful chest freezer. Hopefully it will work as good as it looks.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Perfect size

Jimbo3404 12/13/2024

Just the perfect size for my need to hold fish I catch in the winter in Florida Lakes
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Good compact freezer

VickNE 12/13/2024

Very good compact freezer! Cute little thing fits in a small corner space in the garage. JUST the right size! And right color (white). And good for all the "extras" that won't fit in the fridge freezer. And it's quiet. Most times you won't even know it's on (except by the green light). And very efficient! By the next day, anything I put there is frozen SOLID!
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Performs it™€™s function

Felix11 11/18/2024

It gets cold enough to freeze things, depending on the settings used. And it™€™s small enough.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great Freezer

Chest Freezer69 11/14/2024

I love the size of it, the ease of opening and closing the door very happy so far.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Compact and Quiet

alligator1954 11/13/2024

Although we have only had this freezer for 3 months, it's compact, fits in the intended space, and is very quiet, plus we got it for a good price.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

3 Stars

C'mon, GE, Really?? Ever heard of beta testing?

DIY_Dave 11/3/2024

I haven't even plugged it in, yet, but we'll get started with just a few issues with the setting up process. First the unit is light and easy to maneuver into place. Good thing, because there aren't any handles, notches or ridges on the unit with which to pick it up. After getting it place, next step is plugging it in. Piece of cake, right? Not so much. GE offers zero instructions on how to access the power cord for this model. There are two access panels. One on the side with what looks like a three-prong outlet icon and three sheet metal screws fastening the metal panel to the chassis. I went with that one. Nope. That was the compressor access panel. OK, so there's a flip open panel in the rear of the unit. The panel has white lettering on a white background that says something about power code access. But yes, that's the one that you open and maneuver out the bundled power cord, then snap the panel shut. The power cord is a whopping 5.5 feet long. Instead of making the power cord instructions easy to read, GE decided its much more important to have a huge warning label on the side of the unit. If you can't get enough of warning labels, there are more inside the unit and on the rear warning of flammable refrigerant. I guess people are in the habit of smoking while sawing through refrigeration lines. OK, so we can plug it in. Now, the GE manual is very clear about setting it up: "Make sure the temperature control is set at 4." There's only one problem, GE: THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL HAS NO F()#&ING NUMBERS. But I'm sure there are FAQs that address this. Guess again. GE has only generic FAQs that keep us all awake at night, like how do I find the serial number on my appliance. Well, surely GE has made some YouTube videos showing how to set up the unit. Strike three. Zilch, Nada, a big goose egg.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

No, I do not recommend this product

5 Stars

GREAT SIZE, QUIET RUNNING MOTOR...GARAGE READY.

BOBCAT57 9/25/2024

I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A FAN OF GE PRODUCTS! THIS LITTLE FREEZER IS THE PERFECT SIZE FOR OUR NEEDS...THE ONLY REASON I GIVE IT A 4 STAR RATING IS BECAUSE IT IS NOT FROST FREE...HOWEVER, IT IS GARAGE READY WHICH IS A DEFINATE PLUS.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Light and powerful

Jorge0101 9/9/2024

I am very impressed with how light the freezer weighs and how cold you can set it!
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Easy to install

Lefty1965 9/2/2024

Ordered and was delivered right on time. The people that delivered it were very helpful
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Great features

Russell 68 8/30/2024

Received my new GE freezer today so far is doing well cooling fast staying cool inside real good. It was delivered with a dent in the bottom other than that I™€™m satisfied.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

3 Stars

GE Quality

Ohio Retired 8/20/2024

I love the size, features, and GE name. Works great except the seal gets covered with ice.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

No, I do not recommend this product

5 Stars

Love the freezer so far!

Christina23 8/10/2024

I™€™ve had this product for a month and it has been a far better experience than my previous off brand chest freezer. It™€™s deeper, the edges don™€™t have thick hard to remove frost around the edges and the top has a nice seal. It™€™s small enough to fit in my medium sized apartment kitchen but can hold a lot of frozen items.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Perfect Size

Kat95 8/9/2024

Great size for our Costco jumbo buys. Fits perfectly in laundry room.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Perfect size

pepper1976 8/7/2024

Perfect size for me. Appreciate how lightweight it is to move around.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

3 Stars

Less than a Week Old and it's sweating?

Sweating7 8/5/2024

I have had this appliance for only a week, and I notice sweating on the lid and the right side of the freezer.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

No, I do not recommend this product

5 Stars

Keeps food frozen

m7068 8/3/2024

Works well. It keeps food frozen in my garage. Runs quiet.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

4 Stars

good features

lilmise 8/1/2024

simple set up and ez to use. i would recommend to anyone who wants simplicity.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

Fits perfect

Financial 7/29/2024

This product is the perfect size for our family. We are a distance from a local chain and this freezer has given us the opportunity to not only purchase more on sale and also to reduce our trips to the store.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product

5 Stars

QUIET, COMPACT

FRCHEST 7/24/2024

I SIMPLY LOVE MY GE FREEZER. I READ SO MANY REVIEWS AND I AGREE. THIS IS THE BEST.
Originally posted on www.ge.com

Yes, I recommend this product