Even though more traditional, a Top freezer comes is cheaper and more energy-efficient. This is because the compressor which generates heat, works hard to cool the fridge, and freezer compartments are tucked away underneath the unit in modern refrigerators. Therefore, a bottom freezer is closer to the compressor and forces it to work harder to keep cool whereas a top freezer is further away making it easier to keep heat out with less effort. The top freezer because of its design offers more usable space. Bottom Freezer Generally, bottom freezers are more spacious than top freezers and can adapt better to larger frozen items. This is so because, there are often organizing baskets or shelves to help you keep everything in order, as well as shelves on the door. This is not seen in top freezers as those are generally just wide spaces. Allows Fridge to be at Eye Level but is more expensive The bottom freezer fridge offers the convenience of utilizing the fridge at an eye level. However, since they consume more energy, they are bound to be more expensive.