Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer
This Swan SR11010 refrigerator freezer will bring retro chic design to your kitchen. It is available in a variety of vintage-look shades and has modern A+ energy efficiency.
The capacity of 208 litres is split between 4 shelves that can be adjusted as well as a salad crisper in the fridge and three drawers in the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.
Capacity
Add a touch of 1950s design to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge has a net total capacity of 209 litres. It is divided between four adjustable shelves, a salad crisper and a storage compartment in the refrigerator and a chrome wine rack and storage drawer in the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration line by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro looks. It's a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still packed with storage. The fridge comes with safety glass shelves as well as a drawer for vegetables in the freezer, and a chrome wine rack. The fridge also comes with a multi airflow cooling system that makes sure the food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge freezer made by Swan comes in a sophisticated pale green color that will look great in any kitchen. Its slim design makes it easy to fit in smaller spaces, and is ideal for homes with small spaces and apartments. It also comes with a built-in water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. The freezer has a spacious storage drawer, an elegant wine rack in chrome and three shelves. It's graded A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge will need to be manually defrosted periodically since it is not frost-free.
Storage
Bring a cool retro vibe to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its soft green finish will make a real design statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a range of other kitchen appliances. This model has a huge combined capacity of 291 litres including a 209-litre fridge and a 91 litre freezer. Its storage options include four adjustable shelves, a chrome wine rack, and the salad crisper drawer. It also comes with an open freezer with three drawers that can be pulled out.
Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been around for a long time. Their products are renowned for both their high-end quality and functional. This fridge freezer is no exception, and it comes with a host of features that make it an excellent choice for modern kitchens. Its generous freezer and fridge capacities mean you can store all your groceries for the week in it with ease. The fridge has an airflow system with multiple airflows that help keep food fresher longer. The freezer is classified F for energy efficiency, meaning it will help you save money on your electric bills.
Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they will perfectly match your kitchen's colour scheme. It has a generous capacity of 208 litres, that can accommodate up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to easily store and organise food items thanks to its many shelves. It also comes with an elegant chrome wine rack as well as a salad crisper drawer, making it easy to store your most-loved dishes.
This sleek fridge freezer is simple to fit in smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges are a perfect match for any kitchen decor. It also comes with an easy-to-use handle that is comfortable to hold and is designed for people with larger hands. It's an ideal choice for apartments and homes with smaller spaces as it saves space. It's only downside is that it must be manually defrosted every now and then.
Design
Swan Retro is a brand that specializes in beautiful kitchen appliances and homeware with vintage designs, but at affordable prices. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colors to suit any kitchen. The model we tested came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also choose from green, grey and red.
The fridge's exterior is finished with chrome handles and an embossed Swan logo and the interior features a a sleek finish with glass shelves, a bottle rack and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. Inside the door, there are two racks that are narrow that are ideal for small juice cartons. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. This makes it quieter than usual refrigerators, with only the slightest hum when it is operating.
The refrigerator's capacity is of 295 litres, which includes the fridge compartment containing 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 for chilled drinks is a nice feature and there's plenty room in the crisper drawer to store fresh vegetables and fruits.
We tested the refrigerator for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest level of energy efficiency we've tested for, and is a good outcome for a fridge at this price. The 42dB noise score was quite good. It's a bit louder than some cheaper models, but it's much quieter than the older refrigerators we've tested, which tended to make quite a lot of noise when running.
Swan has kept its design simple which is an advantage in terms of ease-of-use. The fridge has an LED bulb light and a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. The temperature was consistent. retro style fridge freezer and top shelves only differed by just a few degrees either side of the average, whereas the salad drawer remained at 2oC. We did notice that it was very hot in the back. This could be a problem if you live in a hotter room.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 is an old-fashioned classic that will be an ideal addition to your kitchen. The range effortlessly blends an old-fashioned look with contemporary A+ energy efficiency.
With a huge 208 litre capacity this refrigerator freezer can accommodate 13 bags of your shopping and keep all the food organized. The spacious refrigerator side features glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer side is a great place to store fresh veg and has an ice-coated drawer. Fast freeze function is quick to chill new groceries that are added to the freezer. This keeps the flavor and goodness.
Despite being a traditional compressor-type model the Swan is surprisingly quiet for its size. It was measured at 42 decibels when it was running. This is significantly quieter than models from 10 years ago, and also quieter than the majority of fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.
The stability of temperature was also excellent for a refrigerator of this type. The top, middle and bottom shelves all had an average temperature that was within just a couple of degrees either way of the maximum figure. The temperature in the salad drawer varied from 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 makes it one of the most efficient refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart, keeping your energy bills low.
This is a great illustration of how Swan can provide stylish retro designs at a very affordable cost. The SR11010 looks fantastic and comes in a broad spectrum of colors, ranging from the pastel blue we tested to more striking red, pink and orange. It has the added bonus of being frost-free and very quiet as well. It's a solid all-rounder but you need to look at other refrigerator freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you get the right appliance for your home. Richard has been an editor for technology journalists for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for a variety of publications. He was a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection of independent product and services reviews.