Smeg FAB10LBL6 55cm Left Hand Hinge Fridge with Icebox Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg FAB10LBL6 fridge, 1950s-inspired design with 122 litres of total storage. It provides 105 litres of fridge space and a 17-litre freezer box, making it better suited to compact households or supplementary storage than large weekly shops. The 35dB noise rating, LED lighting and simple rotary control add practical appeal, while the non-reversible left-hand hinge means the room layout must be suitable.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Very quiet stated operation at 35dB(A), making it suitable for living or working spaces
- ✓ Both a 105-litre fridge and a 17-litre four-star freezer box
- ✓ Distinctive retro styling with LED interior lighting and a practical produce drawer
- ✓ Useful organisation for everyday items
Key Specifications
- Controls
- Rotary dial temperature control
- Door hinge
- Left-hand, non-reversible
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Noise rating
- 35dB(A)
- Energy rating
- D
- Freezer rating
- 4-star
- Storage layout
- Adjustable glass shelf, fruit and vegetable drawer with glass cover, door shelving
- Total capacity
- 122 litres
- Fridge capacity
- 105 litres
- Colour and finish
- Glossy black
- Freezing capacity
- Up to 2.6kg in 24 hours
- Interior lighting
- LED
- Freezer-box capacity
- 17 litres
- Freezer-box defrosting
- Manual
- Annual energy consumption
- 115 kWh
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB10LBL6
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A good fit for studios, offices, compact kitchens or smaller households needing modest chilled and frozen storage.
- ✓ Suitable for buyers who prioritise quiet operation and a statement retro appearance.
- ✓ Useful as a secondary fridge where a full-size appliance is unnecessary.
Compact storage and everyday usability
The 122-litre total capacity is divided between a 105-litre fridge and a 17-litre freezer box. That balance should work well for essentials, drinks and occasional frozen items, but it is not designed for a large household shop.
Inside, the adjustable glass shelf, door shelving and dedicated fruit and vegetable drawer create a sensible layout. LED lighting should make the contents easy to see, while the rotary dial keeps temperature adjustment simple rather than feature-heavy.
Installation and design
The glossy black finish, curved edges and chrome details give this fridge a strong retro character. It is a statement appliance that may suit buyers who want their refrigeration to contribute to the room’s appearance.
Placement requires more care than with a reversible-door model. The hinge is fixed on the left, and the available product information states that 175mm clearance is needed for the door to swing fully open. Check the surrounding walls and furniture before choosing its position.
Noise, efficiency and maintenance
A stated noise level of 35dB(A) is one of the appliance’s strongest practical features, particularly for open-plan rooms, bedrooms or home offices. The D energy rating and stated annual consumption of 115kWh also suggest a relatively restrained energy demand within the supplied information.
The freezer box is rated four-star and can freeze up to 2.6kg in 24 hours, but it must be manually defrosted. That is a straightforward maintenance arrangement, although less convenient than an automatic or frost-free system.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.