To determine how many pounds a chest freezer will hold, the basic rule of thumb is 1 cubic foot holds between 15 and 20 lbs.
| Freezer Size in Cubic Feet | Load Size |
| 5.0 cu ft | 75-100 lbs |
| 7.1 cu ft | 106.5-142 lbs |
| 8.9 cu ft | 133.5-178 lbs |
| 11 cu ft | 165-220 lbs |
| 13 cu ft | 195-260 lbs |
| 14 cu ft | 210-280 lbs |
| 17.8 cu ft | 267-356 lbs |