Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen with this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. vintage fridge freezer 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 three drawers for the freezer. Manual defrosting is necessary.

Capacity

This classic Swan fridge freezer adds a touch of 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge has a total net capacity of 209 litres split between four adjustable shelves and a salad crisper inside the fridge as well as an open storage drawer and a chrome wine rack in the freezer.

This model is part of the Vintage Refrigeration line from Swan. It is a combination of A+ energy efficiency with traditional retro designs. The compact design is ideal for small spaces, yet offers plenty of storage. The fridge comes with shelves made of safety glass as well as a drawer for vegetables in the freezer and a chrome wine rack. The fridge is equipped with an airflow cooling system that can ensure that food is fresher for longer.

This retro fridge freezer made by Swan comes in an elegant pale green finish that will look great in any kitchen. It features a slimline design that allows it to fit into tighter spaces, and is ideal for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. It also comes with a built-in water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. The freezer comes with a large storage drawer and a chrome rack for wine and three shelves. It's also rated A+ in energy efficiency. This fridge will need to be manually defrosted periodically as it is not frost free.

Storage

Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its soft, green finish will bring a touch of class to any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it is compatible with a variety of other kitchen appliances. This model has a generous capacity of 291 litres with a 209 litre fridge and a 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable shelves, the chrome wine rack and a salad crisper drawer. It also has the freezer that has three drawers that pull 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 not an exception, and it has a host of features that make it an ideal choice for modern kitchens. The large capacity of the refrigerator and freezer allows you to store all of your weekly grocery items with ease. The fridge is equipped with an airflow cooling system that is multi-airflow, which helps keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is classified F for energy efficiency, so it will save you energy costs.

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

This fridge freezer has a slimline design that allows it to be easily incorporated into smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen decor. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is comfortable to hold. It's also a great option for smaller homes and apartments as it can help save 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-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers come in a variety of colors to match any kitchen. Our test model came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also pick from grey, green and red.

The exterior of the fridge is finished with chrome handles and an embossed Swan logo and the interior features a an elegant look with glass shelves, a bottle rack and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. The door features two racks which are perfect for juice and butter containers. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. The refrigerator is quieter, and emits only a slight sound.

The refrigerator has a total capacity of 295 litres, with the fridge compartment having 209 litres and the bottom-mounted freezer providing 89 litres of storage space. It is not frost-free, and requires periodic manual defrosting in order to maintain its peak performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice touch and the crisper drawer is spacious enough to store fresh fruits and vegetables.

The fridge was awarded an A+ in energy efficiency. This is the lowest efficiency we have ever tested, and it is a good outcome for a refrigerator of this price. It was also fairly quiet with a noise rating of 42dB. It's still a bit more loud than other models, but it's far quieter than the earlier fridges we have tested that tended to make lots of noise when running.

Swan has kept the design simple and simple, which is great when it comes to user-friendliness. The fridge is equipped with an LED bulb light and a rotary thermostat control for temperature. The temperature was steady. The top and middle shelves were only just a few degrees either side of the average, whereas the salad drawer stayed at 2oC. However we did notice that it was very warm at the back which could be a problem in more hot rooms.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a vintage classic that will be an excellent addition to your kitchen. The range combines a vintage design with contemporary 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 comes with glass shelves, as well as a chrome wine rack. The freezer side focuses on fresh vegetables and features an ice-coated drawer. There's a quick and convenient freeze function that will quickly chill new groceries added to the freezer, locking in the flavor and goodness.

Despite being a traditional compressor-type model The Swan is quite quiet for its size. It was measured at 42dB when running. It's significantly quieter than models made 10 years ago, and also quieter than the majority of fridge freezers we have on our Best Buy chart.

This type of fridge also had a high degree of temperature stability. The average temperature of the top, middle and lower shelves was within a few degrees of the maximum. The temperature in the salad drawer fluctuated between 5oC to just below freezing.

Like the SR11010, the fridge will require an occasional manual defrost, but it is classified as A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart, keeping your electric bills to a minimum.

This is a great illustration of how the Swan brand can provide appealing retro-inspired designs at competitive costs. The SR11010 is beautiful and comes in a broad range of colors, from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more striking red, pink and orange. It's frost-free, and it is also very quiet. It's a solid all-rounder however you must compare it with other fridge freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you purchase the best appliance for your home. Richard has been working as a technology journalist for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for many different publications. He was previously a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews, overseeing the website's extensive range of impartial product and service reviews.