Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

This Swan SR11010 refrigerator freezer will add retro-chic style to your kitchen. It comes in a variety of vintage-inspired shades, and comes with modern A+ energy efficiency.

The capacity of 208 litres is divided between 4 adjustable shelves and salad crisper in the fridge and 3 drawers in the freezer. Manual defrosting is necessary.

Capacity

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

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan is a combination of modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro looks. It's a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it still offers plenty of storage. The fridge has shelves made of safety glass, a vegetable drawer in the freezer and an elegant wine rack. The fridge also features a multi airflow cooling system to ensure that the food stays fresher longer.

This retro fridge freezer by Swan is available in a chic light green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. Its slim retro fridge freezer design allows it to be placed in smaller spaces and is perfect for small and compact homes. It also has a built-in water dispenser, which is perfect for storing cold beverages. The freezer has a spacious storage drawer and an elegant wine rack in chrome and three shelves. It's rated A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge will need to be manually defrosted periodically since it is not frost free.

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Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen with this fridge freezer. Its light green finish makes an impressive design statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a range of kitchen appliances. The model comes with 291 litres of total capacity, which includes a 209-litre fridge and an 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four shelves that can be adjusted for the fridge, a chrome wine shelf, and a salad crisper. It also comes with an open freezer with three pull-out drawers.

Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been in operation for quite a while. Their products are known for both their high-end quality and functional. This refrigerator freezer is no exception. It has a number of features that make this a great option for modern kitchens. The generous capacity of the refrigerator and freezer allows you to store all your weekly grocery items with ease. The fridge has an airflow system with multiple airflows that help keep food fresher longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F which means you will save money on your power bill.

Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Fridge Freezers Best Prices Range colours, so they will perfectly match your kitchen's colour scheme. It's got a large capacity of 208 litres, which is enough to hold up to 13 bags of grocery. The spacious interior makes it possible to store and organize food items thanks to its many shelves. It also comes with a chrome wine rack and an ice-cream crisper drawer, making it easy to store your favourites.

This fridge freezer has an elegant 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 also has a handle that's easy to grip and is made for people with larger hands. It's also a good option for smaller homes and apartments because it will save space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free so it will need occasional manual defrosting.

Design

Swan retro fridge and freezer 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, with a range of colors that will look great in any kitchen. The model we tested was a soft pastel blue however, you can select from grey, cream, green, and red.

The exterior of the refrigerator is completed with chrome handles and an embossed Swan Logo. Its interior is sleek with glass shelves as well as a wine rack and a drawer that can be used to store chilled drinks. Inside the door, there are two racks that are narrow perfect for small juice cartons. The refrigerator uses thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. The refrigerator is quieter and emits a small sound.

The refrigerator has a total capacity of 295 litres. This includes the fridge compartment containing 209 litres, and the bottom-mounted freezer supplying 89 litres of storage space. It is not frost-free, and requires periodic manual defrosting to ensure optimal performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice touch, and the crisper drawer has plenty of space for fresh fruit and vegetables.

We tested the refrigerator for energy efficiency, and it delivered an A+ rating. This is the lowest energy efficiency rating we have ever tested and is a good outcome for a refrigerator of this cost. The 42dB noise rating was good. It's a bit more raucous than the cheaper models, but it's significantly quieter than older fridges we have tested that made quite a lot of noise when running.

Swan has kept the design simple, which is a plus when it comes to user-friendliness. The fridge is equipped with an LED light bulb as well as a rotary temperature control. Its temperature was fairly stable and the top and mid shelves only varying by a few degrees each side of their average, while the salad drawer stayed at a brisk 2oC. However we did notice that it was quite warm in the back and could be a problem in warmer rooms.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is an old-fashioned classic that can be an ideal addition to your kitchen. The range effortlessly blends a vintage look with modern A+ energy efficiency.

This fridge freezer is 208 litres and can store 13 bags. It will help keep your food items organized. The generously sized refrigerator has glass shelves, as well as an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is geared towards fresh vegetables and has an ice-filled compartment. Fast freeze function rapidly chills new food items that are added to the freezer. This preserves the flavour 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 refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart.

This fridge also had a high degree of temperature stability. The top shelves, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature within a couple of degrees either side of the maximum figure. The salad drawer was more erratic, fluctuating between 5oC and just below freezing.

The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time to time, but it's 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 low.

This is a great example of how Swan can offer attractive retro fridges freezers designs at very affordable costs. The SR11010 is an excellent looking product that comes in a wide range of colours. From the delicate pastel blue we tested, to the more dramatic orange, red and pink. It also has the benefit of being frost-free and very quiet too. It's a versatile appliance however, you need to compare this appliance with other fridge freezers on our Best Buy list to ensure you get the right appliance. Richard has been an editor for technology journalists for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for various publications. He was an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the website's extensive collection of independent product and services reviews.