Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer
Incorporate retro-cool, effortlessly cool style to your kitchen with this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. vintage fridge is available in a variety of vintage-style shades and features modern A+ energy efficiency.
The capacity of 208 litres is divided between 4 adjustable shelves and an ice-cream maker in the fridge, and three drawers in the freezer. Manual defrosting is necessary.
Capacity
This classic Swan fridge freezer will add a touch 50s style to any kitchen. The fridge has a total net capacity of 209 litres divided between four shelves that can be adjusted and a salad crisper inside the fridge, as well as a storage drawer and chrome wine rack in the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration collection by Swan combines 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, a vegetable drawer in the freezer, and an elegant wine rack. The refrigerator has a multi-airflow cooling system to ensure that food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge freezer made by Swan is available in a chic pale green finish that looks fantastic 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 comes with a large storage drawer, 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 will require manual defrosting on a regular basis.
Stores
This fridge freezer can add an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft, green finish will add a touch of style to any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a range of other kitchen appliances. This model has a huge 291 litres of capacity, including a 209-litre fridge and 91-litre freezer. Its storage options include four adjustable fridge shelves and an chrome wine rack and the salad crisper drawer. It also comes with the freezer that has three drawers that can be pulled out.
Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been around for quite a while. Swan's products are well-known for their quality and functionality. This fridge freezer is not an exception, and comes with numerous features that make it an excellent option for modern kitchens. The huge freezer and refrigerator capacities allow you to store all your weekly food items easily. The fridge comes with a multi-airflow cooling system which helps keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, meaning 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 the kitchen's color scheme. It's got a huge capacity of 208 litres. This is enough to hold up to 13 bags of grocery. The spacious interior makes it possible to easily store and organise food items with its numerous shelves. It also has an chrome-plated wine rack as also a salad crisper.
This compact fridge freezer is easy to fit in smaller kitchens. Its soft green finish with smooth edges and sleek design can be incorporated into any kitchen. It has a handle designed for larger hands and is easy to grip. It's also a great option for smaller homes and apartments because it will save space. The drawback is that it's not frost-free, which means it's required to do manual defrosting.
Design
Swan Retro is a brand that specializes in beautiful kitchen appliances and homewares with vintage designs, but at an affordable price. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours to match 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 adorned with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo and the interior features a a sleek finish with glass shelves along with a bottle rack and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. Inside the door is two narrow racks, ideal for small juice cartons. The refrigerator uses thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. It is quieter than normal refrigerators, and has only a the slightest hum when it is it is in operation.
The capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The refrigerator compartment holds 209 litres, while the bottom-mounted storage freezer provides 89 millilitres. It's not frost-free and requires manual defrosting to ensure optimal performance. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice addition and the drawer for crisper drinks is spacious enough to store fresh fruit and vegetables.
We tested the fridge for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest level of energy efficiency that we have tested for, and is a good result for an appliance at this price. The 42dB noise rating was good. It's a little more loud than the cheaper models we tested, but it is quieter than older refrigerators which made a lot of noise.
Swan has kept its design simple which is a benefit in terms of user-friendliness. The fridge comes with an LED bulb light as well as a rotary thermostat control for temperature. Its temperature was fairly stable and the middle and top shelves only varying by a few degrees either the other side of their typical, while the salad drawer stayed at a comfortable 2oC. It was quite hot at the back. This could be an issue if you live in a hotter room.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 has an elegant retro style that will make a stunning statement in your kitchen. The collection combines a vintage design with contemporary A+ efficiency.
With a large 208 litre capacity, this fridge freezer will hold 13 bags of your shopping and help keep your food items in order. The generously sized refrigerator has glass shelves, and an elegant wine rack. The freezer side is designed towards fresh vegetables and has an ice-filled compartment. Fast freeze function is quick to chill new groceries that are added to the freezer. This locks in flavour and freshness.
Although it is a compressor model the Swan is quite quiet for its size. It was measured at 42dB when running. It's significantly quieter than models from 10 years ago, and also quieter than the majority of fridge freezers on our Best Buy chart.
This type of fridge also had good temperature stability. The average temperature of the top shelf, middle and lower shelves was just a few degrees below the maximum. The salad drawer was a little more erratic, fluctuating between 5oC and below freezing.
The fridge also requires manual defrosting from time to time, but it's rated as A+ in energy efficiency. This makes it the most energy efficient fridge freezer in our Best Buy chart. It will help keep your electric bill low.
This is an excellent illustration of how Swan can provide stylish retro designs at very affordable prices. The SR11010 is beautiful and comes in a wide spectrum of colours, from the soft pastel blue we tested to more striking red, pink and orange. It has the added bonus of not having frost and being quiet too. It's an all-rounder however, you need to compare this appliance with other fridge freezers on our Best Buy list to ensure that you purchase the right appliance. Richard has been a tech journalist for more than 20 years, writing and editing for a broad variety of publications. He was an editor at the Senior level at Trusted Reviews where he oversaw the website's extensive collection of independent product and service reviews.