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-look shades and has modern A+ energy efficiency.

The 208-litre capacity is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted, a salad crisper, and three drawers for the freezer. It requires manual defrosting.

Capacity

Add a touch of 1950s style to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge is equipped with a net capacity of 209 litres, split between four adjustable shelves and a salad crisper in the fridge and the storage drawer as well as a chrome wine rack in the freezer.

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

This retro fridge freezer by Swan comes in a sophisticated pale green finish that looks fantastic in any kitchen. Its slimline design that allows it to fit into smaller spaces, and it's perfect for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. It also has a built-in water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. The freezer comes with an enormous storage drawer as well as a chrome rack to store wine, and three shelves. It's also rated as A+ in energy efficiency. This fridge is not frozen, which means it requires periodic manual defrosting.

Storage

This fridge freezer will add an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft, green finish will add a touch of style to any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a variety of other kitchen appliances. The model comes with a large capacity of 291 litres, including a 209-litre fridge and 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 has an open freezer with three drawers that pull out.

Swan is among the longest-running British home appliance and kitchen accessories manufacturers and their products are known for their quality and practicality. This refrigerator freezer is no exception. It is equipped with a range of features that make this a great option for modern kitchens. The generous 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 system that can keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, which means it will save you energy costs.

This Swan retro fridge freezer has an iconic 50s style and is available in all Retro Range shades, so it will fit into your kitchen colour scheme perfectly. It's got a large 208 litre capacity, which is enough to store up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organise your food items, and it has plenty of shelving space. It also comes with a chrome wine rack and a salad crisper drawer, making it easy to store your favourites.

This compact fridge freezer is simple to install in smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish along with its rounded edges and sleek design will match any kitchen decor. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is comfortable to hold. It's an ideal choice for smaller homes and apartments as it saves space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free, so it will need occasional manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is a brand that specializes in stylish kitchen appliances and homeware that have vintage designs, but at an affordable price. The fridge freezers are no exception, and come in a variety of colors that be perfect for any kitchen. Our test model came in a subtle pastel shade of blue. You can also choose from green, grey, and red.

The exterior of the fridge is decorated 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 door is equipped with two racks which are perfect for juice and butter containers. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. This makes it quieter than typical refrigerators, with a a gentle hum when operating.

The refrigerator has a total capacity of 295 litres, which includes the fridge compartment having 209 litres and the bottom mounted freezer providing 89 litres of storage space. The refrigerator isn't completely free of frost, and requires manual defrosting on occasion to ensure it is operating at its maximum. The drawer for chilled beverages is a nice feature, and the crisper drawer has ample space for fresh fruits and vegetables.

We tested the refrigerator for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever tested, and it is a decent result for an appliance of this price. It was also fairly quiet, with a noise score of 42dB. It's still a bit louder than some cheaper models, but it's much quieter than the older refrigerators we've tested that made a lot of noise while running.

Swan has kept its design simple, which is a benefit in terms of user-friendliness. The fridge features an LED bulb as well as a rotary temperature control. The temperature was steady. The middle and top shelves were only a few degree each side by side fridge freezer with water dispenser of the mean and the salad drawer stayed at 2oC. We did notice that it was very hot in the back. This could be an issue if you reside in a warmer area.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 has an elegant retro style that will make a stunning statement in your kitchen. The range seamlessly blends the look of a classic kitchen with contemporary A+ energy efficiency.

With a huge 208 litre capacity the fridge freezer can hold 13 bags of your shopping and keep all the food organized. The generous sized refrigerator 36 inch side by side fridge Freezer is equipped with glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer side by side fridge freezer for smart homes is geared toward fresh vegetables and features an ice-filled compartment. There is a convenient fast freeze function that will quickly chill fresh food items added to the freezer, preserving the flavour and goodness.

Although it is a compressor-type model The Swan is extremely quiet for its size. It measured 42dB when running. It's significantly quieter than models made a decade ago and much quieter than the majority of fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.

This refrigerator also had a high degree of temperature stability. The average temperature of the upper, middle and lower shelves was within a few degrees of the maximum. The temperature of the salad drawer varied between 5oC and just below freezing.

As with the SR11010, the fridge will require an occasional manual defrost but is graded A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it the most energy-efficient fridge freezer in our Best Buy chart. It will keep your electricity bills low.

This is an excellent example of how Swan can provide attractive retro designs at a very affordable prices. The SR11010 is a fantastic product with a great design and comes in a variety of colours. From the delicate pastel blue we tested, to the more dramatic orange, red and pink. It comes with the added benefit of not having frost and being quiet as well. It's a good all-rounder, however you must look at other fridge freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you purchase the best appliance for your home. Richard has been a tech journalist for more than 20 years writing and editing for a wide range of publications. He was formerly a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews, overseeing the site's wide range of independent reviews of products and services.