Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

This Swan SR11010 refrigerator freezer will add retro-chic style to your kitchen. It is available in a range of vintage-inspired shades, and also boasts modern A+ energy efficiency.

The 208-litre capacity is split between 4 adjustable shelves, a salad crisper, and three drawers for the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.

Capacity

Add a touch of 1950s style to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge has a net capacity of 209 litres. It is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted along with a salad cooler and a storage compartment inside the refrigerator and an elegant wine rack in chrome and a storage drawer inside the freezer.

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan is a combination of modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro style. The compact design is ideal for small spaces but still offers plenty of storage. There are safety glass shelves and a drawer for vegetables in the freezer, along with a chrome wine rack. The fridge also has an airflow cooling system to ensure that your food stays fresher for longer.

This retro fridge freezer made by Swan comes in an elegant pale green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. Its slim design makes it easy to fit into smaller spaces, and is ideal for apartments and small homes. It also comes with a built-in water dispenser that's perfect for storing cold beverages. The freezer is spacious with a storage drawer and the wine rack is chrome, and three shelves, and it's classified as A+ for energy efficiency. This refrigerator will need to be manually defrosted periodically since it is not frost free.

Storage

This fridge freezer will bring an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft green finish makes an impressive design statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a range of kitchen appliances. This model has a huge combined capacity of 291 litres, including a 209-litre fridge and a 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge and a chrome wine shelf and a salad ice maker. It also has a freezer that features three drawers that can be pulled out.

Swan is one of the longest established British kitchen and home appliance accessories manufacturers, and their products are known for their quality and functionality. This refrigerator freezer is no exception. It comes with a variety of features that make it the ideal choice for modern kitchens. The fridge and freezer's large capacities allow you to store all your daily groceries in it with ease. The fridge has an airflow system that can keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is certified F for energy efficiency, meaning it can save you money on your electric bills.

Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they'll be perfect to match the kitchen's color scheme. It has a generous capacity of 208 litres, that can accommodate up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organize food items thanks to its many shelves. It also has an elegant chrome wine rack as well as the salad crisper drawer making it easy to store your favorite items.

This fridge freezer has an elegant design that makes it easy to fit into smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen decor. It also comes with an easy-to-use handle that is easy to grip and is designed for people with larger hands. It's also a great option for homes with smaller or small spaces, as it can save valuable space. The drawback 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 aren't an exception, and come in a variety of colors that will look stunning in any kitchen. The model we tested was a soft pastel blue however, you can pick from grey, cream, green, and red.

The exterior of the fridge is finished with chrome handles, and an embossed Swan Logo, while its interior is sleek, with glass shelves and a wine rack and a drawer that can be used to store chilled drinks. The double door refrigerator freezer features two racks with narrow sides which are perfect for juice and butter containers. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. This is quieter than the normal refrigerators, and has only a an occasional hum while it is in operation.

The capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The refrigerator compartment holds 209 litres, while the bottom-mounted storage freezer provides 89 cubic litres. The refrigerator isn't completely free of frost, and requires manual defrosting on occasion to maintain its peak performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice addition and there's plenty space in the crisper drawer for fresh vegetables and fruits.

We tested the refrigerator for energy efficiency, and it earned an A+ rating. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever tested and is a decent result for an appliance at this cost. The 42dB noise score was quite good. It's a bit more raucous than the cheaper models, but it's far quieter than the earlier refrigerators we've tested that tended to make quite a lot of noise when running.

Swan has kept its design simple which is a benefit in terms of ease-of-use. The fridge has an LED bulb light as well as a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. The temperature was stable. The middle and top shelves only differed by a few degree either side by side fridge freezer with digital display of the average while the salad drawer remained at 2oC. It was very hot in the back. This could be an issue if you live in a hotter room.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is an iconic retro style that will make a stunning statement in your kitchen. The collection combines a vintage design with modern A+ efficiency.

With a huge capacity of 208 litres, this fridge freezer will accommodate 13 bags of your shopping and help keep your food organized. The spacious refrigerator side by side fridge freezer with multiple drawers has glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer high-capacity side by side fridge freezer for modern homes by side fridge freezer (xn--led-5i8l419h33n.net blog post) prioritises fresh veg and has a frosted drawer. There's a quick and convenient freeze function that can quickly chill new groceries added to the freezer, locking in the flavour and goodness.

The Swan is extremely quiet, despite it being a traditional compressor model. We tested it at a modest 42dB while running. It is considerably quieter than models from 10 years ago, and also quieter than the majority of refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart.

This fridge also had a good temperature stability. The top shelves, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature that was within two degrees of the maximum figure. The temperature of the salad drawer fluctuated between 5oC and just below freezing.

Similar to the SR11010 the fridge will require an occasional manual defrost, but it is rated A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart, keeping your energy bills low.

This is an excellent example of how Swan can provide stylish side by side fridge freezer retro designs at a very affordable prices. The SR11010 is an excellent design that is available in a range of colors. From the subtle pastel-blue we tested to more striking orange, red and pink. It's frost-free, and it is also very quiet. It's a great all-rounder, however you must look at other fridge freezers on our Best Buy table to make sure you buy the right appliance for your home. Richard has been a tech journalist for over 20 years writing and editing for a wide range of publications. He was previously a Senior Editor for Trusted Reviews, overseeing the site's wide range of impartial product and service reviews.