Swan retro fridge freezers SR11010 Fridge Freezer

Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen by installing this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It comes in a variety of vintage-style shades, and also boasts modern A+ energy efficiency.

The capacity of 208 litres is split between 4 adjustable shelves and an ice-cream maker in the fridge and three drawers in the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.

Capacity

Add a touch of 1950s style to your kitchen by using this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge is equipped with a net capacity of 209 litres, divided into four shelves that can be adjusted and a salad crisper in the fridge, as well as a storage drawer and chrome wine rack inside the freezer.

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration range by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro designs. It's compact in design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still packed with storage. There are shelves made of safety glass and a drawer for vegetables in the freezer and the chrome wine rack. The fridge is equipped with an airflow cooling system that can ensure that food is kept fresher for longer.

This retro fridge freezers uk fridge freezer from Swan comes in an elegant light green finish that will look amazing in any kitchen. Its slimline design that allows it to fit into smaller spaces, and it's ideal for apartments and smaller homes. It also has a built-in water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. The freezer comes with a large storage drawer and an elegant wine rack in chrome and three shelves. It's classified as A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge freezer retro will need to be defrosted manually on a regular basis since it is not frost-free.

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This fridge freezer can add an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft green finish will make an outstanding design statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a assortment of other kitchen appliances. This model has a huge 291 litres of combined capacity, with an 209-litre refrigerator and a 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge and the chrome wine rack and a salad crisper drawer. It also has an open freezer with three drawers that can be pulled out.

Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been around for quite a while. Their products are renowned for their high-end quality and functional. This fridge freezer is not an exception, and it has numerous features that make it an ideal choice for modern kitchens. The fridge and freezer's large capacities mean you can store all your weekly groceries in it easily. The fridge features a multi-airflow system that helps keep food fresher for longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F which means you'll save money on your power bill.

Swan Retro american fridge freezers uk fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they'll perfectly complement your kitchen's colour scheme. It has a generous capacity of 208 litres which can store up to 13 bags of food items. The spacious interior lets you to store and organize food items thanks to its many shelves. It has a chrome-plated wine rack as well as a salad slicer.

This refrigerator freezer features an elegant design that allows it to be easily incorporated into smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish, rounded edges and sleek design will complement any kitchen. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is easy to hold. It's an excellent choice for apartments and homes with smaller spaces as it saves space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free which means it's required to do manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is an affordable brand that is a specialist in beautiful vintage-american style fridge freezer retro kitchen appliances and homeware. Its fridge freezers are no exception, offering a choice of colours that would look stunning in any kitchen. Our test model came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also pick from green, grey, and red.

The exterior of the fridge is adorned with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo and the interior features a an elegant look with glass shelves as well as a bottle rack, and a drawer that is handy for chilled drinks. The door features two narrow racks that are perfect for juice and butter cartons. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. This is quieter than the usual refrigerators, with only a gentle hum when it is in operation.

The refrigerator's capacity is of 295 litres. This includes the fridge compartment having 209 litres and the bottom mounted freezer providing 89 litres of storage space. The refrigerator is not frost free and will require manual defrosting at times to ensure its performance is at its best. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice feature and there's plenty of room in the crisper drawer to store fresh fruits and vegetables.

The fridge was awarded an A+ for energy efficiency. This is the lowest energy efficiency level we've ever tested and is a great result for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise score was quite good. It's a little more loud than the less expensive models we tested, but it is quieter than older fridges that produced a lot more noise.

Swan has kept its design simple, which is an advantage in terms of ease-of-use. The fridge comes with an LED bulb light as well as a rotary thermostat control for temperature. The temperature was consistent. The middle and top shelves only differed by one or two degrees to on either side of the average and the salad drawer stayed at 2oC. However, we did notice that it was quite warm in the back, which could be a problem in hotter rooms.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a vintage classic that can be an ideal addition to your kitchen. The collection combines a vintage design with contemporary A+ efficiency.

The fridge freezer has a 208-litre capacity and can store 13 bags. It will help you keep your food organized. The large refrigerator features glass shelves, and an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is geared toward fresh vegetables and features an ice-filled compartment. There is a convenient fast freeze function that can quickly chill fresh food items added to the freezer, locking in the flavor and goodness.

Despite being a classic compressor-type model the Swan is quite quiet for its size. We measured it at a fairly moderate 42dB when it was running. That's significantly less intrusive than models of 10 years ago and is far quieter than many of the fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.

This fridge also had good temperature stability. The top, middle and bottom shelves all maintained an average temperature that was within a couple of degrees of the maximum temperature. The temperature in the salad drawer varied from 5oC to just below freezing.

The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time time, however it is graded as A+ in energy efficiency. This is the most energy-efficient fridge freezer on our Best Buy chart. It will keep your electricity bills at a minimum.

This is a great example of how the Swan brand can offer attractive retro-inspired designs at very competitive costs. The SR11010 looks great and is available in a wide range of colors, from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more striking red, pink and orange. It has the added bonus of not having frost and being quiet as well. It's a great all-rounder, but you need to compare it with other refrigerator freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you purchase the best appliance for your home. Richard has been a journalist in the field of technology for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for a variety of publications. He was a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection independent reviews of products and services.