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 shades and boasts modern A+ energy efficiency.
The 208-litre capacity can be divided between 4 adjustable shelves, a salad crisper and three drawers for the freezer. It does require manual defrosting.
Capacity
This classic Swan fridge freezer will add a touch of 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge has a total net capacity of 209 litres. It is divided between four shelves that can be adjusted as well as a salad crisper, a storage compartment in the refrigerator. There is also a chrome wine rack and storage drawer inside the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan is a combination of modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro looks. It has a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still packed with storage. The fridge is equipped with shelves made of safety glass as well as a drawer for vegetables in the freezer and an elegant wine rack. The fridge has a multi-airflow cooling system to ensure that food is fresher for longer.
This retro fridge freezer by Swan comes in a sophisticated pale green finish that looks amazing in any kitchen. Its slim design makes it easy to fit in smaller spaces, and is ideal for apartments and small homes. It also has an integrated water dispenser that's perfect for storing cold beverages. The freezer is equipped with a large drawer for storage and a chrome rack for wine and three shelves. It's also rated as A+ in energy efficiency. The fridge isn't free of frost, and requires periodic manual defrosting.
Storage
This fridge freezer will bring a touch of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its light green finish makes an impressive fashion statement in any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a variety of other kitchen appliances. This model has a huge 291 litres of total capacity, including an 209-litre refrigerator and a 91-litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable fridge shelves and an 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 in operation for a long time. Their products are known for both their performance and quality. This fridge freezer is no different. It comes with a variety of features that make this the ideal choice for modern kitchens. The large capacity of refrigerator and freezer allow you to store all of your weekly grocery items with ease. The fridge features a multi-airflow system that helps keep food fresher longer. The freezer is certified F for energy efficiency, so it will help you save money on your electric bills.
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 is enough to hold up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior makes it possible to easily store and organise food items with its numerous shelves. It has a chrome-plated wine rack, as also a salad crisper.
This compact fridge freezer is easy to fit in smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen design. It also has a handle that's easy to grip and is designed for people with larger hands. It is an ideal choice for apartments and smaller homes as it saves space. The only drawback is that the unit must be manually defrosted from time to time.
Design
Swan Retro is a brand that specializes in stylish kitchen appliances and homewares with classic designs, but at affordable prices. The fridge freezers aren't an exception, and come in a variety of colors that will be perfect for any kitchen. Our test model was a soft pastel blue however, you can select from grey, cream, green, and red.
The exterior of the refrigerator is completed with chrome handles and an embossed Swan Logo. The interior is sleek, with glass shelves and a wine rack and a handy drawer to store chilled drinks. The door is equipped with two racks that are ideal for juice and butter containers. The refrigerator utilizes thermoelectric exchange technology instead of compressor cooling. The refrigerator is quieter and only emits a slight sound.
The refrigerator's capacity is of 295 litres. This includes the fridge compartment having 209 litres and the bottom mounted freezer providing 89 litres of storage space. It's not frost-free and requires periodic manual defrosting to maintain peak performance. The drawer for chilled beverages is a nice addition and the crisper drawer has ample space for fresh fruits and vegetables.
The fridge was awarded an A+ for energy efficiency. This is the lowest energy efficiency that we've tested for and is a great performance for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise rating was a good score. This is still a little louder than some cheaper models, but it's far quieter than the earlier refrigerators we've tested that produced a lot of noise while running.
Swan has kept its design simple, which is an advantage when it comes to ease-of-use. The fridge is equipped with an LED bulb light as well as a thermostat that rotates to regulate temperature. The temperature was stable. The top and middle shelves were only one or two degrees to each side of the mean and the salad drawer remained at 2oC. We did notice it was very hot in the back. This could be an issue if you live in a hotter room.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 is a classic retro design that can make a major statement in your kitchen. The range combines a vintage style with modern A+ efficiency.
With a huge capacity of 208 litres, this fridge freezer will hold 13 bags of shopping and keep all the food items in order. The generously sized refrigerator has glass shelves, and an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is designed toward fresh vegetables and features a frosted compartment. Fast freeze function quickly chills new food items that are added to the freezer. This keeps the flavor and freshness.
Despite being a classic compressor-type model The Swan is surprisingly quiet for its size. retro freezers measured at 42 decibels when it was running. It's considerably quieter than models from 10 years ago, and much quieter than many of the fridge freezers in our Best Buy chart.
Temperature stability was also good for a fridge like this. The top shelves, middle and bottom all maintained an average temperature that was within just a couple of degrees either side of the maximum temperature. The salad drawer was a little more variable, bouncing between 5oC and just under freezing.
Similar to the SR11010 the fridge will require an occasional manual defrost but 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 energy costs low.
This is a great example of how the Swan brand can offer appealing retro-inspired designs at affordable costs. The SR11010 looks fantastic and is available in a wide range of colors, from the pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red, pink and orange. It is frost-free, and it is also very quiet. It's a solid all-rounder but you need to compare it with other fridge freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you buy the right appliance for your home. Richard has been a technology journalist for more than 20 years, writing and editing for a variety of publications. He was previously the Senior Editor at Trusted Reviews, overseeing the website's extensive range of product and service reviews.