Swan Retro looking fridge freezer SR11010 Fridge Freezer

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

The 208-litre capacity is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted, a salad crisper and 3 drawers for the freezer. It requires manual defrosting.

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Add a touch of 50s style to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge freezer retro style has a net capacity of 209 litres divided into four adjustable shelves and a salad crisper inside the fridge and a storage drawer and chrome wine rack inside the freezer.

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

This retro fridge freezer made by Swan comes in a sophisticated light green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. It has a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into smaller spaces, and it's ideal for apartments and smaller homes. It also has a built-in water dispenser, which is great for storing drinks that are cold. 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. The fridge isn't frozen, which means it will require manual defrosting on a regular basis.

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Bring a cool retro vibe to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its soft green finish will create an outstanding design statement in any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it is compatible with a variety of other kitchen appliances. This model boasts a generous 291 litres of combined capacity, with an 209-litre refrigerator and a 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable fridge shelves as well as an chrome wine rack and an ice-cream maker drawer. It also comes with the freezer that has three pull-out drawers.

Swan is one of the longest established British kitchen and home appliance accessories manufacturers, and their products are known for their quality and functionality. This fridge freezer is no different. It is equipped with a range of features that make it the ideal option for modern kitchens. Its generous freezer and fridge capacities mean you can store all your daily groceries in it with ease. The fridge is equipped with an airflow system that can keep food fresher longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F, which means you'll reduce your electric bill.

Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they will perfectly match the kitchen's color scheme. It's got a large capacity of 208 litres, which can hold up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior makes it easy to store and organise your food, with plenty of shelves. It comes with a chrome-plated wine rack, as well as a salad crisper.

This refrigerator freezer comes with an elegant design that allows it to be easily incorporated into smaller kitchens. Its sleek soft green finish, soft green color and rounded edges will complement any kitchen design. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is comfortable to hold. It's an excellent choice for smaller homes and apartments because it will save space. The only downside is that the unit must be manually defrosted from time to time.

Design

Swan Retro is a brand that specializes in beautiful kitchen appliances and homeware with vintage designs, but at a reasonable price. Its fridge freezers are no exception, and come in a variety of colors that will look stunning in any kitchen. The model we tested came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also choose from green, grey and red.

The exterior of the fridge is finished with chrome handles and Retro looking fridge Freezer embossed Swan logo The interior is finished with a sleek glass shelves as well as a bottle rack, and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. Inside the door are two racks that are narrow, ideal for small juice and butter cartons. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. The refrigerator is quieter and emits only a slight hum.

The refrigerator's capacity is of 295 litres. This includes the fridge compartment containing 209 litres, and the bottom-mounted freezer offering 89 litres storage space. It is not frost-free, and will need occasional manual defrosting in order to maintain its peak performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice feature, and the crisper drawer has plenty of space for fresh fruit and vegetables.

The fridge scored an A+ in energy efficiency. This is the lowest energy efficiency that we've assessed and is a great result for an appliance at this price. It was also quite quiet with a noise rating of 42 decibels. It's still a bit more loud than the smaller models we tested, but quieter than older refrigerators that produced a lot more noise.

Swan has kept its design simple which is a benefit in terms of user-friendliness. The fridge features an LED bulb and a rotary temperature control. The temperature was steady. The top and middle shelves were only a few degree either side of the average and the salad drawer remained at 2oC. We did notice it was very hot in the back. This could be a problem if you live in a warmer area.

Energy efficiency

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

This fridge freezer can hold 208 litres and can hold 13 bags. It will help you keep your food organized. The spacious refrigerator comes with glass shelves and a chrome wine rack. The freezer side is designed towards fresh vegetables and comes with an ice-filled compartment. Fast freeze function quickly chills new food items that are added to the freezer. This locks in flavour and freshness.

The Swan is surprisingly quiet, even though it is a compressor model that is traditional. It measured 42dB when it was running. It's considerably quieter than models of 10 years ago, and much quieter than the majority of fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.

The stability of temperature was also excellent for a refrigerator like this. The top shelves, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature within two degrees either side of the maximum temperature. The temperature of the salad drawer varied from 5oC to just below freezing.

The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time time, but it is rated as A+ in energy efficiency. This makes it the most energy efficient fridge freezer in our Best Buy chart. It will keep your electricity bills at a minimum.

This is a great example of how the Swan brand can offer appealing retro-inspired designs at affordable prices. The SR11010 is beautiful and is available in a wide spectrum of colours, from the pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red and orange. It has the added bonus of not having frost and being quiet as well. It's an all-rounder however, you must look at other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure that you purchase the right appliance. Richard has been a journalist in the field of technology for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for a variety of publications. He was formerly a Senior Editor for Trusted Reviews, overseeing the site's wide range of independent reviews of products and retro looking fridge freezer services.