Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer
Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen by installing this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It comes in a variety of vintage shades and features modern A+ energy efficiency.
The 208-litre capacity is split between 4 adjustable shelves, a salad crisper, and three drawers for the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.
Capacity
Add a touch of 1950s design to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge is equipped with a net capacity of 209 litres, divided into four shelves that are adjustable and a salad maker in the fridge as well as a storage drawer and chrome wine rack in the freezer.
This model is part of the Vintage Refrigeration line by Swan. It combines A+ energy efficiency and traditional retro designs. The compact design is perfect for small spaces yet provides plenty of storage. The fridge has safety glass shelves, a vegetable drawer in the freezer, and a chrome wine rack. The fridge also comes with a multi airflow cooling system to ensure that the food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge-freezer by Swan is finished in a pale green that will look amazing in any kitchen. It features a slimline design that makes it easy to fit into smaller spaces, and it's perfect for smaller homes and apartments. It also comes with a built-in water dispenser, which is ideal for storing cold drinks. The freezer comes with a large storage drawer as well as the wine rack is chrome, and three shelves, and it's graded A+ for energy efficiency. The fridge isn't frost-free, so it will require periodic manual defrosting.
Storage
Incorporate a retro-cool and stylish look to your kitchen by adding this fridge freezer. Its softer green finish makes an impressive style statement in any kitchen. It's part of the Retro Range, which means it can be used with other kitchen appliances. This model has a generous combined capacity of 291 litres, with a 209 litre fridge and a 91 litre freezer. The storage options include four adjustable fridge shelves as well as an chrome wine rack and an ice-cream maker drawer. It also comes with the freezer that has three drawers that pull out.
Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been in operation for quite a while. Swan's products are well-known for their high-end quality and functional. This refrigerator freezer is no exception. It comes with a variety of features that make it a great option for modern kitchens. The large freezer and refrigerator capacities allow you to store all of your weekly groceries with ease. The fridge comes with an airflow cooling system that is multi-airflow, which helps to keep food fresher for longer. The freezer has an energy efficiency rating of F, which means you'll reduce your electric bill.
This Swan retro fridge freezer is a classic 50s design and is available in all Retro Range shades, so it will fit into your kitchen's colour scheme perfectly. It's got a huge capacity of 208 litres, which can store up to 13 bags of groceries. The spacious interior allows you to store and organise your food items, and it has plenty of shelves. It comes with a chrome-plated wine rack, as well as a salad crisper.
This sleek fridge freezer is easy to fit in smaller kitchens. Its sleek smooth, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen decor. It also has an easy-to-use handle that is comfortable to hold and is designed for people with larger hands. It is an excellent choice for smaller homes and apartments, as it can save space. The drawback 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, and come in a variety of colors that will be perfect for any kitchen. fridge freezer retro was a subtle pastel blue however, you can select from grey, cream green, red and.
The exterior of the fridge is completed with chrome handles and an embossed Swan Logo. The interior is sleek and has glass shelves and a wine rack and a drawer that can be used to store chilled drinks. Inside the door, there are a couple of narrow racks, ideal 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 total capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The fridge compartment holds 209 litres and the storage freezer on the bottom provides 89 cubic litres. The refrigerator is not frost free and will require manual defrosting at times to ensure it is operating at its maximum. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice feature and there's plenty space in the crisper drawer for fresh fruits and vegetables.
We tested the fridge for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest level of energy efficiency we've assessed and is a great outcome for a fridge at this price. The 42dB noise rating was a good score. It's a little louder than some of the cheaper models we tested, but it is quieter than the older models that made a lot more noise.
Swan has kept the design simple, which is a plus when it comes to the ease of use. The fridge is equipped with an LED bulb and an adjustable temperature control. The temperature was stable. The top and middle shelves varied only by a few degree either side of the average while the salad drawer stayed at 2oC. However, we did notice that it was very warm at the back which 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 seamlessly blends an old-fashioned look with modern A+ energy efficiency.
With a spacious capacity of 208 litres the fridge freezer can hold 13 bags of your shopping and keep all the food organized. The large refrigerator features glass shelves, and an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is designed towards fresh vegetables and has a frosted compartment. Fast freeze function quickly chills new groceries that are added to the freezer. This locks in flavour and goodness.
The Swan is extremely quiet, even though it is an old-fashioned compressor model. It measured at 42dB when running. This is significantly quieter than models from a decade ago and much quieter than the majority of refrigerator freezers on our Best Buy chart.
The stability of temperature was also excellent for a refrigerator like this. The top, middle and bottom shelves all maintained an average temperature that was within just a couple of degrees either way of the maximum temperature. The salad drawer was a little more variable, bouncing between 5oC and just under freezing.
The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time to time, however it is graded as A+ in energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient freezers for fridges in our Best Buy chart, keeping your energy bills low.
This is a great example of how the Swan brand can provide attractive retro-inspired designs at very affordable costs. The SR11010 looks great and comes in a wide spectrum of colors, ranging from the soft pastel blue we tested to more dramatic red, pink and orange. It has the added bonus of being frost-free and quiet as well. It's a great all-rounder, however you must examine it against other refrigerator freezers in our Best Buy table to make sure you buy the right appliance for your home. Richard has been a journalist in the field of technology for more than 20 years. He has written and edited for various publications. He was an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the site's vast collection of independent reviews of products and services.