Swan Retro SR11010 Fridge Freezer
Add effortlessly cool retro-chic to your kitchen by installing this SR11010 fridge freezer from Swan. It is available in a variety of vintage-inspired shades and modern A+ energy efficiency.
The capacity of 208 litres is split between 4 shelves that can be adjusted as well as a salad crisper in the fridge and 3 drawers in the freezer. Manual defrosting is required.
Capacity
Add a touch 50s design to your kitchen with this classic fridge freezer from Swan. The fridge has a total net capacity of 209 litres. It is divided into four shelves that can be adjusted along with a salad cooler and a storage compartment in the refrigerator and a chrome wine rack and storage drawer in the freezer.
This model from the Vintage Refrigeration line by Swan combines modern A+ energy efficiency with classic retro style. It has a compact design that's ideal for smaller spaces, yet it's still packed with storage. The fridge comes with safety glass shelves as well as a drawer for vegetables in the freezer, and an elegant wine rack. The fridge also comes with an airflow cooling system that makes sure the food stays fresher longer.
This retro fridge freezer by Swan is available in a chic pale green finish that looks fantastic in any kitchen. Its slimline design that allows it to fit into smaller spaces, and it's ideal for homes with smaller spaces and apartments. retro small fridge freezer has an integrated water dispenser that's great for storing cold drinks. retro freezer is spacious with a storage drawer, the wine rack is chrome, and three shelves. It's graded A+ for energy efficiency. This fridge will need to be manually defrosted periodically as it is not frost free.
Storage
This fridge freezer will bring an element of retro-chic style to your kitchen. Its soft green finish will bring a touch of class to any kitchen. It is part of the Retro Range and matches a assortment of kitchen appliances. The model comes with a large capacity of 291 litres, including a 209-litre fridge and a 91-litre freezer. Its storage options include four adjustable shelves, an chrome wine rack and the salad crisper drawer. It also has the freezer, which has three pull-out drawers.
Swan is a British manufacturer of kitchen appliances and home appliances that has been around for quite a while. Their products are renowned for both their high-end quality and functional. This fridge freezer is no exception, and it comes with numerous features that make it an excellent option for modern kitchens. Its generous freezer and fridge capacities mean you can store all your groceries for the week in it with ease. The fridge has a multi-airflow cooling system, which helps to keep food fresher for longer. The freezer is rated F for energy efficiency, so it can save you money on your electric bills.
Swan retro fridge freezers are available in all Retro Range colours, so they will perfectly match the kitchen's color scheme. It's got a large 208 litre capacity, which is enough to hold up to 13 bags of grocery. The spacious interior lets you to easily store and organise food items thanks to its many shelves. It also has a chrome wine rack and an ice-cream crisper drawer, making it easy to store your favourites.
This refrigerator freezer comes with a slimline design that allows it to be easily incorporated into smaller kitchens. Its sleek, soft green finish and rounded edges will complement any kitchen decor. It features a handle made for larger hands and is easy to hold. It's also a great option for apartments and smaller homes because it will save space. The downside is that it's not frost-free, therefore it's going to require periodic manual defrosting.
Design
Swan Retro is an affordable brand that specializes in attractive vintage-style kitchen appliances and homeware. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours to suit any kitchen. Our test model was a subtle pastel shade of blue. You can also choose from grey, green and red.
The exterior of the fridge is adorned with chrome handles and embossed Swan logo and the interior features a sleek glass shelves as well as a bottle rack, and a handy drawer for chilled drinks. The door is equipped with two racks with narrow sides that are ideal for juice and butter containers. The refrigerator uses thermoelectric cooling instead of compressors. The refrigerator is quieter, and emits only a slight sound.
The total capacity of the refrigerator is 295 litres. The refrigerator compartment holds 209 litres and the storage freezer that is mounted on the bottom holds 89 litres. The refrigerator isn't free of frost and will require manual defrosting on occasion to ensure it is operating at its maximum. The drawer for chilled drinks is a nice addition and there's plenty of room in the crisper drawer for fresh fruits and vegetables.
We tested the refrigerator for energy efficiency, and it scored an A+ rating. This is the lowest efficiency we've ever measured and is a decent result for an appliance of this price. It was also relatively quiet with a noise rating of 42dB. It's a little louder than some of the less expensive models we tested, but it is quieter than older fridges that produced a lot more noise.
Swan has kept the design simple, which is a plus in terms of user-friendliness. The fridge features an LED light bulb as well as a rotary temperature control. Its temperature was fairly stable with the upper and middle shelves only fluctuating by a few degrees on either side of their normal, while the salad drawer stayed at a comfortable 2oC. However we did notice it was very warm at the back and could be a problem in hotter rooms.
Energy efficiency
The SR11010 is an old-fashioned classic that is a great addition to your kitchen. The collection combines a vintage design with contemporary A+ efficiency.
With a large 208 litre capacity this refrigerator freezer can hold 13 bags of shopping and keep all the food organized. The large refrigerator side is equipped with glass shelves and an chrome bottle rack. The freezer side focuses on fresh veg and has a frosted drawer. Fast freeze function is quick to chill new food items that are added to the freezer. This keeps the flavor and freshness.
Although it is a compressor model the Swan is surprisingly quiet for its size. It was measured at 42dB when it was running. It's considerably quieter than models from 10 years ago and far quieter than most of the fridge freezers in our Best Buy chart.
The stability of temperature was also a plus for a fridge like this. The average temperature of the top shelf, middle and lower shelves was within a few degrees of the maximum. The temperature in the salad drawer varied from 5oC to just under freezing.
As with the SR11010, the fridge will require an occasional manual defrost, but is classified as A+ for energy efficiency. This makes it one of the most efficient refrigerator freezers in our Best Buy chart, keeping your electricity bills down.
This is an excellent example of how Swan can provide stylish retro designs at a very affordable prices. The SR11010 is a great design that is available in a variety of colours. From the subtle pastel-blue we tested, to the more striking orange, red, and pink. It has the added bonus of not having frost and being quiet as well. It's an all-rounder however, you must compare this appliance with other fridge freezers in our Best Buy list to ensure you get the right appliance. Richard has been a technology journalist for more than 20 years, writing and editing for a broad range 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 services reviews.