Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer
This Swan SR11010 refrigerator freezer will bring retro chic design to your kitchen. It comes in a variety of vintage-style shades and boasts modern A+ energy efficiency.
The capacity of 208 litres is divided 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 necessary.
Capacity
Add a touch 50s style to your kitchen by using this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge has a net total capacity of 209 litres. It is divided into four adjustable shelves, a salad crisper and a storage compartment in the refrigerator. There is also an chrome wine rack and storage drawer inside the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro designs. The compact design is perfect for small spaces yet has plenty of storage space. There are shelves made of safety glass and a freezer vegetable drawer, along with a chrome wine rack. The fridge also features an airflow cooling system that ensures the food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge-freezer by Swan is decorated in a light green that looks stunning in any kitchen. Its slim design allows it to fit into smaller spaces and is ideal for homes with small spaces and apartments. It also comes with a built-in water dispenser, which is great for storing cold drinks. The freezer is equipped with a large drawer for storage, a chrome rack for 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.
Storage
This fridge freezer will bring a touch of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its light green finish makes a real fashion statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a variety of kitchen appliances. This model has a huge 291 litres of total capacity, with a 209-litre fridge and 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four shelves that are adjustable for the fridge and a chrome wine shelf, and a salad crisper. It also comes with an open freezer with three drawers that pull 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 their high-end quality and functional. This fridge freezer is no exception, and comes with many features that make it an excellent option for modern kitchens. The huge capacity of the refrigerator and freezer allows you to store all of your weekly food items easily. The fridge comes with an airflow cooling system that is multi-airflow, which makes food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, so it will help you save energy costs.
Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they'll be perfect to match the kitchen's color scheme. It's got a large capacity of 208 litres, which is enough to store up to 13 bags of shopping. The spacious interior allows you to easily store and organise food items thanks to its many shelves. It has a chrome-plated wine rack, as well as a salad slicer.
This slimline fridge freezer is easy to accommodate in smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish along with its smooth edges and sleek design can be incorporated into any kitchen. It comes with a handle that is designed for larger hands and is comfortable to hold. It is also a great option for apartments and homes with smaller spaces because it will save space. The only drawback is that it will require manual defrosted at least once a month.
Design
Swan Retro is an affordable brand that specializes in attractive vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers come in a variety of colors to suit any kitchen. Our test model came in a subtle pastel blue. You can also pick from grey, green and red.
The exterior of the fridge is finished with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo, while the interior has sleek glass shelves, a bottle rack and a drawer that is handy for chilled drinks. The door is equipped with two racks with narrow sides which are perfect for juice and butter cartons. The refrigerator is equipped with thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. The refrigerator is quieter, and emits a small hum.
The refrigerator's capacity total of 295 litres, which includes the fridge compartment holding 209 litres and the bottom mounted freezer offering 89 litres storage space. The refrigerator is not frost free and will require periodic manual defrosting to maintain its peak performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice addition and there's plenty room in the crisper drawer to store fresh veg and fruit.
The refrigerator scored an A+ in energy efficiency. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever measured and is a decent result for an appliance at this cost. It was also fairly quiet and had a noise score of 42 decibels. It's still a bit louder than some cheaper models, but it's far quieter than the earlier refrigerators we've tested that tended to make quite a lot of noise when running.
Swan has kept its design simple, which is a benefit in terms of ease-of-use. The fridge comes with an LED bulb light and a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. The temperature was extremely stable with the upper and middle shelves only varying by a few degrees either the other side of their typical while the salad drawer remained at a comfortable 2oC. However we did notice that it was very warm at the back which could be a problem in more hot rooms.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 is an old-fashioned classic that is an excellent addition to your kitchen. The range combines a vintage style with modern A+ efficiency.
With a huge 208 litre capacity this refrigerator freezer can hold 13 bags of your shopping and help keep your food items in order. The large refrigerator features glass shelves, and an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is geared toward fresh vegetables and features an ice-filled compartment. There is a convenient fast freeze function that can quickly chill any new food items added to the freezer, sealing in the goodness and flavor.
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 made 10 years ago, and also quieter than the majority of refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart.
The stability of temperature was also excellent for a refrigerator of this type. The top shelf, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature within a couple of degrees of the maximum figure. The temperature of the salad drawer varied from 5oC to just under freezing.
Similar to the SR11010 the fridge requires a few times of manual defrost, but it is graded A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it the most energy efficient fridge freezer on our Best Buy chart. It will help keep your electric bill at a minimum.
This is a good illustration of how the Swan brand can offer stylish retro-inspired designs for competitive prices. The SR11010 is a fantastic design that is available in a range of colors. From retro fridges freezers Frydge tested to the more dramatic red, orange and pink. It also has the benefit of not having frost and being quiet as well. It's a solid all-rounder but you need to examine it against other fridge freezers on our Best Buy table to make sure you buy the right appliance for your home. Richard has been working as an editor for technology journalists for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for various publications. He was a Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection independent product and service reviews.