Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

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

The capacity of 208 litres is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted and a salad crisper in the fridge. There are also 3 drawers in the freezer. It is required to defrost manually.

Capacity

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

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration range by Swan blends modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro style fridge freezers designs. It's compact in design that's perfect for smaller spaces, but it's still packed with storage. You'll find safety glass shelves and an ice-cream drawer and the chrome wine rack. The fridge has an airflow cooling system that can ensure that food is fresher for longer.

This retro fridge freezer from Swan comes in a sophisticated light green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. Its slim design allows it to be placed into smaller spaces and is perfect for retro looking Fridge freezer homes with small spaces and apartments. It comes with a built-in water dispenser, which is ideal to store drinks that are cold. The freezer comes with a large storage drawer, the wine rack is chrome, and three shelves, and it's rated A+ for energy efficiency. This refrigerator will need to be defrosted manually every few days as it is not frost-free.

Stores

Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its light green finish will make an outstanding fashion statement in any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it is compatible with a variety of other kitchen appliances. The model comes with a large capacity of 291 litres with a 209-litre refrigerator and a 91-litre freezer. Storage options include four shelves that are adjustable for the fridge as well as a chrome wine rack and a salad crisper. It also comes with a freezer with 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 both their performance and quality. This fridge freezer is not an exception, and comes with a host of features that make it a great choice for modern kitchens. The fridge and freezer's large capacities mean you can store all your groceries for the week in it easily. The fridge has a multi-airflow system that helps keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, which means it can save you energy costs.

This Swan retro fridge freezer features the classic 50s design and is available in all Retro Range shades, so it will match your kitchen colour scheme perfectly. It's got a huge capacity of 208 litres. This can hold up to 13 bags of grocery. The spacious interior allows you to store and organize food with its many shelves. It also comes with a chrome wine rack and a salad crisper drawer, making it easy to store your most-loved dishes.

This refrigerator freezer features a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into smaller kitchens. Its sleek, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen design. It also has a handle that is comfortable to hold and is made for people with larger hands. It is also a great option for apartments and homes with smaller spaces because it will save space. It's only downside is that it will require manual defrosted every now and then.

Design

Swan Retro is a brand that specialises in attractive kitchen appliances and homeware with vintage designs, but at an affordable price. Its fridge freezers are no exception, and come in a variety of colors that will be perfect for any kitchen. The model we tested was a soft pastel blue however, you can choose from cream, grey, green, and red.

The exterior of the fridge is adorned with chrome handles and an embossed Swan logo The interior is finished with a an elegant look with glass shelves, a bottle rack and a drawer that is handy for chilled drinks. The door features two racks with narrow sides that are ideal for butter and juice cartons. The refrigerator uses thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. This makes it quieter than typical refrigerators, with a an occasional hum while it is in operation.

The refrigerator's capacity total of 295 litres, with the fridge compartment having 209 litres and the bottom-mounted freezer offering 89 litres storage space. It's not frost-free and will need occasional manual defrosting to maintain peak performance. The drawer that can be used to store chilled beverages is a nice touch and the crisper drawer has ample space for fresh vegetables and fruits.

The fridge was awarded an A+ in energy efficiency. This is the lowest level of energy efficiency that we've evaluated, Retro looking fridge freezer and is a good performance for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise rating was a good score. This is still a little louder than some cheaper models, but it is significantly quieter than older refrigerators we've tested that produced quite a lot of noise when running.

Swan has kept the design simple, which is a plus when it comes to ease of use. The fridge has an LED bulb as well as a rotary temperature control. Its temperature was fairly stable, with the middle and top shelves only fluctuating by a few degrees either the other side of their typical, while the salad drawer remained at a brisk 2oC. It was very hot in the back. This could be an issue if you live in a warmer area.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 has an elegant retro style that will make a stunning statement in your kitchen. The range blends a classic design with modern A+ efficiency.

With a large 208 litre capacity, this fridge freezer will hold 13 bags of shopping needs and keep all your food items in order. The generous sized refrigerator side is equipped with glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer side is a great place to store fresh veg and has a drawer with frosted shelves. There is a handy fast freeze function that can quickly chill new groceries added to the freezer, sealing in the flavor and goodness.

The Swan is quite quiet, despite being an old-fashioned compressor model. We tested it at a modest 42dB while it was 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.

The stability of temperature was also a plus for a refrigerator that was this kind. The average temperature of the top shelves, middle and lower ones was within a few degrees of the maximum. The salad drawer was a little more erratic, fluctuating between 5oC and below freezing.

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

This is a good illustration of how the Swan brand can offer stylish retro looking fridge freezer-inspired designs for competitive prices. The SR11010 is beautiful and comes in a wide range of colors, from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more striking red and orange. It's frost-free and it is also very quiet. It's a solid all-rounder but you should compare it with other fridge freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you get the right appliance for your home. Richard has been a technology journalist for over 20 years, writing and editing for a wide variety of publications. He was an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection of independent product and services reviews.