Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

Bring a retro fridge freezer 50/50-cool and stylish look to your kitchen by installing this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It is available in a variety of vintage-inspired shades, and comes with modern A+ energy efficiency.

The 208-litre capacity is split into 4 shelves that can be adjusted a salad crisper, and 3 drawers for the freezer. It does require manual defrosting.

Capacity

Add a touch 50s design to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge is equipped with a net capacity of 209 litres divided into four adjustable shelves and a salad crisper in the fridge as well as an open storage drawer and a chrome wine rack inside the freezer.

This model is part of the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan. It combines A+ energy efficiency and classic retro looks. It's compact in design that is ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still a great source of storage. The fridge comes with safety glass shelves, a vegetable drawer in the freezer, and a chrome wine rack. The fridge has a multi-airflow cooling system to ensure that food stays fresher longer.

This retro american fridge freezer fridge-freezer from Swan is decorated in a light green that will look amazing in any kitchen. Its slim design allows it to be placed into smaller spaces, and is ideal for apartments and small homes. It comes with a built-in water dispenser, which is ideal for storing drinks that are cold. The freezer has a spacious storage drawer and a chrome wine rack and three shelves, and it's rated A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge will need to be manually defrosted periodically since it is not frost free.

Storage

This fridge freezer will bring an element of retro fridge and freezer-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft, green finish will bring a touch of class to any kitchen. It's part of the cheap retro fridge freezer, cool training, Range, which means it can be used with other kitchen appliances. The model comes with 291 litres of combined capacity, including a 209-litre fridge and the freezer is 91 litres. Storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge and a chrome wine shelf and a salad ice maker. It also has an ice maker that features three drawers that can be pulled out.

Swan is among the longest established British home appliance and kitchen accessories manufacturers and their products are well-known for their quality and functionality. This fridge freezer is no exception. It is equipped with a range of features that make this a great choice for modern kitchens. The fridge and freezer's large capacities mean you can store all your weekly groceries in it with ease. The fridge is equipped with an airflow system with multiple airflows that help keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, meaning it will save you money on your electricity bills.

This Swan retro fridge freezer has the classic 50s design and is available in all Retro Range shades, so it will match your kitchen's colour scheme perfectly. It's got a large capacity of 208 litres, which can store up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organize your food, with plenty of shelves. It comes with an chrome-plated wine rack as well as a salad crisper.

This refrigerator freezer features an elegant design that makes it easy to fit into smaller kitchens. Its sleek, soft green finish and rounded edges are a perfect match for any kitchen decor. It features a handle made for larger hands and is comfortable to hold. It's an excellent choice for apartments and smaller homes as it saves space. The downside is that it's not frost-free, therefore it's going to require periodic manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is an affordable brand that specializes in attractive vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours to match any kitchen. The model we tested was a subtle pastel blue, but you can also choose from cream, grey, green, and red.

The fridge's exterior is finished with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo and the interior features a a sleek finish with glass shelves, a bottle rack and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. The door has two racks with narrow sides that are perfect for juice and butter cartons. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. The refrigerator is quieter, and emits only a slight hum.

The capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The fridge compartment holds 209 litres and the storage freezer that is mounted on the bottom holds 89 millilitres. It's not frost-free and requires manual defrosting in order to maintain its peak performance. The drawer for chilled beverages is a nice feature and the crisper drawer has ample space for fresh fruits and vegetables.

We tested the fridge's energy efficiency, and it earned an A+ rating. This is the lowest energy efficiency we've assessed, and is a good result for an appliance at this price. It was also fairly quiet, with a noise score of 42dB. It is still a bit more loud than the cheaper models we tested, but much quieter than older fridges which made a lot of noise.

Swan has kept its design simple which is a benefit in terms of user-friendliness. The fridge features an LED light bulb as well as a rotary temperature control. The temperature was stable. The middle and top shelves only differed by just a few degrees each side of the mean and the salad drawer remained at 2oC. However we did notice it was quite warm at the back and could be a problem in more hot rooms.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a under counter retro fridge freezer classic that can be an ideal addition to your kitchen. The range combines a vintage design with contemporary A+ efficiency.

This refrigerator freezer has a 208-litre capacity and can store 13 bags. It will keep your food items organized. The spacious refrigerator side has glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer side is designed towards fresh vegetables and has a frosted compartment. There is a handy fast freeze function that will quickly chill fresh food items added to the freezer, sealing in the goodness and flavor.

Although it is a compressor-type model, the Swan is extremely quiet for its size. We tested it at a modest 42dB while it was running. This is significantly quieter than models from 10 years ago and far quieter than many of the fridge freezers in our Best Buy chart.

This fridge also had a good temperature stability. The average temperature of the upper shelf, middle and lower shelves was within a few degrees of the maximum. The salad drawer was a little more variable, bouncing between 5oC and below freezing.

The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time time, however it is graded as A+ in energy efficiency. This makes it the most energy efficient fridge freezer in our Best Buy chart. It will help keep your electric bill low.

This is a great illustration of how the Swan brand can provide attractive retro american style fridge freezers uk-inspired designs at very competitive prices. The SR11010 looks fantastic and comes in a wide range of colors, from the soft pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red, pink and orange. It's frost-free and it is also very quiet. It's a great all-purpose appliance, but you should look at other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure you're getting the best appliance. Richard has been an editor for technology journalists for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for a variety of publications. He was an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection independent product and service reviews.