A commercial ice cream freezer stores and displays ice cream, novelties and frozen desserts at the steady, low temperature they need to stay smooth. Babak Food Equipment offers glass-top chest freezers, display freezers and upright glass-door freezers for ice cream shops, convenience stores, grocers, cafés, cinemas and hotels across Vancouver and British Columbia, from New Air, Infrico, Atosa and Turbo Air.
Types of ice cream freezers
Glass-top display chest freezers
Curved or flat sliding glass lids let customers see and pick novelties and pints, a classic choice for convenience stores and snack bars.
Upright glass-door freezers
Vertical merchandisers show packaged ice cream at eye level and save floor space.
Solid-top chest freezers
Solid lids hold temperature well for back-of-house storage of tubs and backup product.
Dipping cabinets
For scooping service, see our dipping cabinets, which hold tubs at a softer serving temperature.
How to choose a commercial ice cream freezer

Storage vs. display: decide if the unit is for customer display, staff scooping or back-room storage.
Temperature: ice cream is typically stored at about -10 to 0°F (-23 to -18°C) and served at about 6–10°F (-14 to -12°C).
Capacity: check usable cubic feet and how many tubs, pints or novelty boxes fit.
Defrost: manual-defrost chest freezers hold temperature very steadily; auto-defrost saves labour but can cause small temperature swings.
Location: keep freezers out of direct sun and away from hot equipment, with clearance for the condenser.
Power: most models plug into a standard 115 V outlet; use a dedicated circuit where possible.

Why buy your ice cream freezer from Babak Food Equipment?
With more than 20 years in business and a 4.9★ Google rating from 380+ reviews, our team helps you compare display and storage freezers by size and temperature range, and check space and power. Delivery and installation options are available across BC – details and costs are discussed when you order. For a lower-cost option, ask about used commercial refrigeration.
Ice cream freezers at a glance
TypeTypical temperatureBest forGlass-top chest freezerAbout -10 to 0°F (-23 to -18°C)Novelty and pint displayUpright glass-door freezerAbout -10 to 0°F (-23 to -18°C)Packaged ice cream at eye levelSolid-top chest freezerAbout -10 to 0°F (-23 to -18°C)Back-of-house tub storageDipping cabinetAbout 6–10°F (-14 to -12°C)Scooping service
Frequently asked questions
What temperature should an ice cream freezer be?
For storage, about -10 to 0°F (-23 to -18°C). For scooping, ice cream is usually held warmer, at about 6–10°F (-14 to -12°C).
How long does ice cream last in a commercial freezer?
Unopened ice cream can keep for months at a steady storage temperature. Opened tubs are best used within a few weeks for quality.
How do I prevent freezer burn on ice cream?
Keep the temperature steady, limit lid openings, cover open tubs tightly and avoid storing near the defrost heater or vent.
Can I scoop from a storage freezer?
Ice cream at storage temperature is too hard to scoop well. A dipping cabinet holds it at a softer serving temperature.
Availability, pricing, warranty terms, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase – request a quote on any model or call our team at (604) 566-9747.