Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer

Incorporate retro-cool, effortlessly cool style to your kitchen by installing this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It comes in a range of vintage-inspired shades and boasts modern A+ energy efficiency.

The capacity of 208 litres is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted and an ice-cream maker in the fridge, and 3 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. It is divided into four shelves that are adjustable as well as a salad crisper, an area for storage in the refrigerator. There is also an elegant wine rack in chrome and a storage drawer in the freezer.

This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro designs. It's compact in design that is ideal for smaller spaces, but it's still a great source of storage. There are safety glass shelves and a freezer vegetable drawer, along with an elegant wine rack. The fridge is equipped with an airflow cooling system that can ensure that your food is kept fresher for longer.

This retro fridge freezer from Swan comes in a sophisticated pale green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. It has a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into tighter spaces, and is ideal for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. It also has a built-in water dispenser, which is perfect for storing cold beverages. The freezer is spacious with a storage drawer as well as a chrome wine rack and three shelves, and it's graded A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge is not free of frost, and will require periodic manual defrosting.

Storage

This fridge freezer will add a touch of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft, green finish will add a touch of style to 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 total capacity, with an 209-litre refrigerator and a an 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable shelves for the fridge, a chrome wine rack, and an ice-cream maker drawer. It also comes with the freezer, which includes three drawers with pull-outs.

Swan is one of the longest-running British kitchen and home appliance accessories manufacturers and their products are renowned for their quality and practicality. This fridge freezer retro freezer is no exception. It is equipped with a range of features that make it an ideal option for modern kitchens. The large capacity of refrigerator and freezer allow you to keep all of your daily food items easily. The fridge has a multi-airflow cooling system, which helps to keep food fresher for longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F which means that you'll save money on your power bill.

Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they'll perfectly complement your kitchen's colour scheme. It's got a large capacity of 208 litres which can hold up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organize food items thanks to its many shelves. It also has a chrome wine rack and the salad crisper drawer making it easy to store your most-loved dishes.

This fridge freezer has a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen design. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is easy to grip. It is also a great option for apartments and homes with smaller spaces as it saves space. The downside is that it's not frost-free, so it will need occasional manual defrosting.

Design

Swan Retro is an affordable brand that is a specialist in beautiful vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. 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 blue however, you can select from grey, cream, green, and red.

The exterior of the fridge is decorated with chrome handles and an embossed Swan Logo. The interior is sleek and has glass shelves, a wine rack, and a handy drawer to store chilled drinks. Inside the door, there are two narrow racks, ideal for small juice cartons. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. The refrigerator is quieter, and only emits a slight hum.

The total capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The fridge compartment holds 209 litres and the bottom-mounted storage freezer provides 89 millilitres. 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 addition and there's plenty of room in the drawer for fresh fruits and vegetables.

The fridge was awarded an A+ in energy efficiency. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever tested, and it is a decent result for an appliance at this price. It was also fairly quiet with a noise rating of 42dB. It's still a bit louder than some of the less expensive models we tested, but quieter than the older models that produced a lot more noise.

Swan has kept the design simple which is an advantage in terms of ease of use. The fridge is equipped with an LED bulb light and an adjustable thermostat for temperature. Its temperature was very stable, with the upper and middle shelves only changing by a few degrees on either side of their average, while the salad drawer stayed at a comfortable 2oC. We did notice it was quite hot at the back. This could be an issue if you reside in a hotter room.

Energy efficiency

The SR11010 is a vintage classic that will be a great addition to your kitchen. The range effortlessly blends a vintage look with contemporary A+ energy efficiency.

With a huge capacity of 208 litres the fridge freezer can hold 13 bags of shopping and keep all the food items in order. The spacious refrigerator comes with glass shelves, as well as an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is designed toward fresh vegetables and features an ice-filled compartment. There is a convenient fast freeze function that can quickly chill new groceries added to the freezer, locking in the goodness and flavor.

The Swan is quite quiet, despite it being a traditional compressor model. It measured 42dB when running. It's considerably quieter than models from 10 years ago and is far quieter than many of the fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.

Temperature stability was also good for a refrigerator that was this kind. The top, middle and bottom shelves all maintained an average temperature within just a couple of degrees either way of the maximum figure. The salad drawer was more erratic, fluctuating between 5oC and just under freezing.

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

This is an excellent illustration of how Swan can offer attractive retro designs at affordable prices. The SR11010 is beautiful and comes in a wide spectrum of colors, ranging from the subtle pastel blue we tested to more striking red and orange. It has the added bonus of being frost-free and quiet as well. It's an all-rounder however, you must look at other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure you get the right appliance. Richard has been a journalist in the field of technology for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for many different publications. He was formerly a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews, overseeing the website's extensive range of product and service reviews.