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-inspired shades, and comes with 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 and three drawers in the freezer. It is required to defrost manually.
Capacity
This classic Swan fridge freezer adds a touch of 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge has a total net capacity of 209 litres split between four shelves that can be adjusted and a salad maker in the fridge as well as a storage drawer and chrome wine rack in the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan is a combination of modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro designs. It has a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still packed with storage. The fridge has shelves made of safety glass as well as a drawer for vegetables in the freezer, and a chrome wine rack. The fridge also features a multi airflow cooling system to ensure that the food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge freezer by Swan is available in a chic light green color that will look fantastic in any kitchen. It has a slimline design that allows it to fit into smaller spaces, and is ideal for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. It also has a built-in water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. The freezer has a spacious storage drawer and a chrome wine rack and three shelves, and it's graded A+ for energy efficiency. This refrigerator will need to be defrosted manually on a regular basis as it is not frost free.
Storage
This fridge freezer will add an air of retro chic to your kitchen. Its soft green finish will make an impressive style 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 huge capacity of 291 litres, with a 209-litre refrigerator and a 91-litre freezer. Storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge, a chrome wine shelf, and a salad crisper. 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 not an exception, and comes with many features that make it an excellent option for modern kitchens. The fridge and freezer's large capacities allow you to store all your daily groceries in it with ease. The fridge features an airflow system that can keep food fresher longer. The freezer is classified F for energy efficiency, which means it will save you energy costs.
This Swan retro fridge freezer has the classic 50s design and is available in all Retro Range shades, so it will complement the kitchen's color scheme perfectly. It's got a huge capacity of 208 litres, which is enough to store up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior lets you to easily store and organise food with its many shelves. It also has a chrome wine rack and an ice-cream crisper drawer, making it easy to store your favorite items.
This fridge freezer has 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 match any kitchen design. It has a handle designed for larger hands and is easy to hold. It's an ideal choice for apartments and smaller homes because it will save space. The only drawback is that the unit must be manually defrosted from time to time.
Design
Swan Retro is an affordable brand that is a specialist in beautiful vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours to fit 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 refrigerator is completed with chrome handles and an embossed Swan Logo, while its interior is sleek, with glass shelves, a wine rack, and a handy drawer to store chilled drinks. Inside the door is two racks that are narrow perfect for butter and small juice cartons. The refrigerator uses thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. This is quieter than the normal refrigerators, and has only a the slightest hum when it is operating.
The capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The fridge compartment holds 209 litres while the storage freezer that is mounted on the bottom holds 89 cubic litres. The refrigerator isn't completely free of frost, and requires manual defrosting at times to ensure it is operating at its maximum. The drawer for chilled beverages is a nice addition and the crisper drawer has plenty of space for fresh fruits and vegetables.
The refrigerator scored an A+ for energy efficiency. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever measured and is a great result for a refrigerator of this price. It was also fairly quiet with a noise rating of 42dB. It's a bit louder than some cheaper models, but it is significantly quieter than older refrigerators we've tested, which tended to make lots of noise when running.
Swan has kept its design simple, which is an advantage when it comes to ease-of-use. The fridge has an LED bulb light as well as a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. fridge freezer retro style was very stable, with the middle and top shelves only fluctuating by a few degrees each side of their normal, while the salad drawer remained at a brisk 2oC. However we did notice it was quite warm at the back and could be a problem in hotter rooms.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 has an iconic retro style that will make a stunning statement in your kitchen. The range blends a classic style with modern A+ efficiency.
This refrigerator freezer has a 208-litre capacity and can store 13 bags. It will help you keep your food items organized. The large refrigerator side has glass shelves and a chrome bottle rack. The freezer side is geared towards fresh vegetables and has a frosted compartment. Fast freeze function is quick to chill new food items that are added to the freezer. This preserves the flavour and freshness.
The Swan is extremely quiet, despite being an old-fashioned compressor model. It measured 42dB when running. This is significantly quieter than models of 10 years ago, and much quieter than most of the refrigerator freezers we've tested in our Best Buy chart.
Temperature stability was also good for a refrigerator like this. The average temperature of the top shelf, middle and lower shelves was just a few degrees below the maximum. The temperature in the salad drawer fluctuated between 5oC to just below freezing.
Like the SR11010, the fridge requires a few times of manual defrost but is classified as A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient freezers for fridges in our Best Buy chart, keeping your electric bills to a minimum.
This is an excellent example of how Swan can offer attractive retro designs at a very affordable prices. The SR11010 looks fantastic and is available in a wide spectrum of colors, ranging from the pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red, pink and orange. It's frost-free, and it's also quiet. It's an all-rounder, but you should examine this appliance against other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure you're getting the best appliance. Richard has been a tech journalist for more than 20 years, writing and editing for a broad variety of publications. He was a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection independent reviews of products and services.