Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

Bring a retro-cool and stylish look to your kitchen with this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It comes in a variety of vintage shades and features modern A+ energy efficiency.

The 208-litre capacity is split between four shelves that can be adjusted, a salad crisper and 3 drawers for the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.

Capacity

This classic Swan fridge freezer will add a touch 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge has a net capacity of 209 litres. It is divided between four adjustable shelves, a salad crisper and a storage compartment inside the refrigerator and an elegant wine rack in chrome and a storage drawer in the freezer.

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration range side by side fridge freezer with temperature control Swan blends modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro designs. The compact design is ideal for small spaces but still has plenty of storage space. The fridge has 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 a multi-airflow cooling system to ensure that food is fresher for longer.

This retro fridge-freezer from Swan is finished in a pale green that looks stunning in any kitchen. It has a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into tighter spaces, and is ideal for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. It has a built in water dispenser, which is great for storing drinks that are cold. The freezer has a spacious storage drawer, the wine rack is chrome, and three shelves, and it's rated A+ for energy efficient side by side fridge freezer efficiency. This refrigerator isn't frost-free, so it will require manual defrosting on a regular basis.

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This fridge freezer will add an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its softer green finish makes an impressive design statement in any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it can be used with other kitchen appliances. This model boasts a generous 291 litres of capacity, which includes the fridge weighing 209 litres and a 91-litre freezer. Storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge as well as a chrome wine rack and a salad ice maker. It also has the freezer that has three pull-out drawers.

Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been around for quite a while. Swan's products are well-known for their performance and quality. This fridge freezer is no different. It comes with a variety of features that make it the ideal option for modern kitchens. The large freezer and fridge capacities allow you to store all your daily groceries in it with ease. The fridge has a multi-airflow system that helps keep food fresher longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F which means that you'll reduce your electric bill.

Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they will perfectly match your kitchen's colour scheme. It's got a huge capacity of 208 litres, which can store up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organize food with its many shelves. It also has an elegant chrome wine rack as well as a salad crisper drawer, making it easy to store your favorite items.

This refrigerator freezer features a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish with rounded edges and sleek design will complement any kitchen. It has a handle designed for larger hands and is easy to grip. It's also a good option for apartments and smaller homes as it can help make space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free, so it will need occasional manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is an affordable brand that specializes in attractive vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers come in a variety of colors to match any kitchen. The model we tested came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also choose from grey, green and red.

The exterior of the fridge is finished with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo, while the interior has a sleek finish with glass shelves along with a bottle rack and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. Inside the door is two narrow racks perfect for small juice and butter cartons. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. This is quieter than the normal refrigerators, and has only a an occasional hum while operating.

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. The refrigerator is not free of frost and will require manual defrosting at times to maintain its peak performance. The drawer that can be used to store chilled beverages is a nice feature, and the crisper drawer has plenty of space for fresh fruits and vegetables.

We tested the fridge for energy efficiency, and it earned an A+ rating. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever measured and is a great result for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise score was quite good. This is still a little more raucous than the cheaper models, but it's far quieter than the earlier refrigerators we've tested that made quite a lot of noise when running.

Swan has kept the design simple which is an advantage when it comes to the ease of use. The fridge is equipped with an LED bulb light and a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. Its temperature was fairly stable, with the middle and top shelves only varying by a few degrees either side by side fridge freezer with gallon door bins of their average, while the salad drawer was at a steady 2oC. It was very hot in the back. This could be an issue if you reside in a hotter room.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a retro classic that can be a great addition to your kitchen. The range blends a classic design with modern A+ efficiency.

This fridge freezer is 208 litres and can hold 13 bags. It will help keep your food in order. The spacious refrigerator comes with glass shelves, and a chrome wine rack. The freezer white side by side fridge freezer by side by side fridge freezer with external controls fridge freezers (Going to Awardspace) is designed towards fresh vegetables and has an ice-filled compartment. Fast freeze function is quick to chill fresh food items that are added to the freezer. This keeps the flavor and freshness.

Despite being a traditional compressor-type model The Swan is surprisingly quiet for its size. It measured 42dB when it was running. This is significantly quieter than models made a decade ago and much quieter than the majority of refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart.

The stability of temperature was also excellent for a fridge that was this kind. The average temperature of the upper shelf, middle and lower shelves was just a few degrees below the maximum. The temperature in the salad drawer varied from 5oC and just below freezing.

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

This is an excellent illustration of how Swan can provide stylish retro designs at affordable costs. The SR11010 looks great and comes in a broad spectrum of colours, from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red, pink and orange. It is frost-free, and is also quiet. It's a great all-purpose appliance however, you must look at other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure you get the right appliance. Richard has been a tech journalist for over 20 years, writing and editing for a wide variety of publications. He was a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection independent product and services reviews.