Swan Retro Fridge Freezer It's Not As Hard As You Think

Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

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

The 208-litre capacity is split into 4 shelves that can be adjusted a salad crisper and three drawers for the freezer. Manual defrosting is necessary.

Capacity

This classic Swan fridge freezer adds a touch of 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge is equipped with a net capacity of 209 litres, split between four shelves that can be adjusted and a salad crisper in the Kenmore 36 Inch Side-by-Side Fridge Freezer 25 Cu. Ft. White, as well as the storage drawer as well as a chrome wine rack inside the freezer.

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration line by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro looks. It has a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it still offers plenty of storage. There are safety glass shelves and a freezer vegetable drawer and a chrome wine rack. The fridge has an airflow cooling system that can ensure that your food is fresher for longer.

This retro fridge-freezer by Swan is decorated with a light green that looks amazing in any kitchen. Its slim design allows it to fit into smaller spaces and is ideal for small and compact homes. It also comes with an integrated water dispenser that's perfect for storing cold beverages. The freezer is equipped with a large storage drawer and a chrome rack for wine, and three shelves. It's also rated as A+ in energy efficiency. This refrigerator will need to be defrosted manually on a regular basis since it is not frost free.

Stores

Incorporate a retro-cool and stylish look to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its light green finish will make a real fashion statement in any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it matches a range of other kitchen appliances. This model has a generous capacity of 291 litres with a 209 litre fridge and a 91 litre freezer. The 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 that includes three drawers with pull-outs.

Swan is among the longest established British kitchen and home appliance accessories manufacturers, and their products are renowned for their quality and practicality. This fridge freezer is no exception, and it comes with a host of features that make it an ideal option for modern kitchens. The large freezer and fridge capacities allow you to store all your groceries for the week within it without difficulty. The fridge comes with a multi-airflow cooling system, which helps to keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is certified F for energy efficiency, which means it can save you money on your electricity bills.

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 208 litre capacity, which is enough to hold up to 13 bags of shopping. The spacious interior lets you to easily store and organise food items with its numerous shelves. It comes with a chrome-plated wine rack as also a salad crisper.

This compact fridge freezer is simple to accommodate in smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish with rounded edges and sleek design will complement any kitchen. It also has a handle that's easy to grip and is designed for those with larger hands. It's also a great choice for apartments and smaller homes as it can help make space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free, which means it's required to do manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is a brand that specialises in attractive kitchen appliances and homeware that have vintage designs, but at an affordable price. Its fridge freezers are no exception, offering a choice of colours that would look great in any kitchen. Our test model was a subtle pastel shade of blue. You can also pick from green, grey and red.

The exterior of the fridge is adorned with chrome handles and an embossed Swan logo The interior is finished with a a sleek finish with glass shelves along with a bottle rack and a drawer that is handy for chilled drinks. Inside the door is a couple of narrow racks perfect for small juice cartons. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. The refrigerator is quieter and only emits a slight sound.

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. The refrigerator is not completely free of frost, and requires periodic manual defrosting to ensure its performance is at its best. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice touch and the drawer for crisper drinks has ample space for fresh vegetables and fruits.

We tested the fridge for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest energy efficiency that we have tested for and is a decent result for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise score was a good score. It's still a bit more loud than the cheaper models we tested, but much quieter than the older models which made a lot of noise.

Swan has kept its design simple, which is a benefit when it comes to ease-of-use. The fridge has an LED light bulb as well as an adjustable temperature control. The temperature was stable. The middle and top shelves were only just a few degrees on either Side By Side Fridge Freezer With Gallon Door Bins of the average and the salad drawer was at 2oC. However we did notice that it was quite warm at the back and could be a problem in hotter rooms.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a classic retro design that will make it a real statement in your kitchen. The collection combines a vintage style with modern A+ efficiency.

This fridge freezer can hold 208 litres and can store 13 bags. It will help you keep your food in order. The spacious refrigerator comes with glass shelves, as well as an elegant wine rack. The freezer side by side fridge freezer dimensions is a great place to store fresh vegetables and features a frosted drawer. There is a handy fast freeze function that can quickly chill new groceries added to the freezer, sealing in the flavour and goodness.

The Swan is extremely quiet, despite it being an old-fashioned compressor model. It measured 42dB when it was running. It's considerably quieter than models from 10 years ago, and much quieter than most of the refrigerator freezers we've tested in our Best Buy chart.

This fridge also had a good temperature stability. The top shelves, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature that was within a couple of degrees of the maximum temperature. The temperature of the salad drawer varied between 5oC to just below freezing.

Similar to the SR11010 the fridge requires a few times of manual defrost but is graded A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient fridge freezers in our Best Buy chart, keeping your electric bills to a minimum.

This is a great illustration of how Swan can provide stylish retro designs at very affordable costs. The SR11010 looks great and comes in a wide range of colors, from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red and orange. It has the added bonus of being frost-free and very quiet too. It's a great all-rounder, but you should look at other fridge freezers on our Best Buy table to make sure you buy the right 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 an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection of independent product and service reviews.