Smeg FAB28RBL6UK 50's Style Freestanding 60cm Fridge With Ice Box Right Hand Hinge In Black Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Smeg FAB28RBL6UK combines a recognisable 1950s-inspired design with a 244-litre fridge compartment and a 26-litre internal ice box. MultiFlow cooling, LED lighting and a LifePlus 0°C drawer add practical everyday functionality, while the 35dB inverter compressor should suit open-plan kitchens.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Iconic retro styling with a black finish and chrome details
- ✓ Large 244-litre fridge compartment with a separate 26-litre ice box
- ✓ MultiFlow cooling is designed to distribute cold air evenly
- ✓ A dedicated zone for meat, fish and cheese
- ✓ 35dB inverter compressor is suited to quieter, open-plan kitchens
Key Specifications
- Hinge
- Right-hand hinge
- Width
- 601 mm
- Finish
- Black with chrome detailing
- Lighting
- LED light strips on both sides
- Noise level
- 35 dB
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Climate class
- SN-T
- Cooling system
- MultiFlow fan-assisted cooling
- Total capacity
- 270 litres
- Fridge capacity
- 244 litres
- Ice box capacity
- 26 litres
- Fresh-food drawer
- LifePlus 0°C drawer, operating from -2°C to +3°C
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB28RBL6UK
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Suitable for households prioritising fresh-food capacity over full freezer storage.
- ✓ A strong fit for kitchens where a statement appliance and retro styling are important.
- ✓ Useful for open-plan layouts where lower operating noise is desirable.
- ✓ The right-hand hinge should suit installations with suitable clearance on the left.
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Design and storage
This freestanding fridge makes its styling a central feature, with rounded 1950s-inspired detailing, a black exterior and chrome-finished interior elements. The 601mm width gives it a relatively straightforward footprint while retaining 270 litres of combined storage.
Most of that capacity is dedicated to fresh food: the 244-litre refrigerator compartment is complemented by a smaller 26-litre ice box. This arrangement is best suited to shoppers who freeze relatively little and want more usable fridge space.
Cooling and freshness
MultiFlow fan-assisted cooling is designed to spread cold air more evenly throughout the refrigerator. That should help reduce temperature variation between storage areas, although the available product information does not provide independent performance testing.
The LifePlus drawer offers a controlled zone from -2°C to +3°C for foods such as meat, fish and cheese. It gives the interior more flexibility than a standard fridge layout, particularly for ingredients that benefit from cooler storage.
Everyday usability
LED light strips on both sides are intended to improve visibility across the interior, while the glass shelves and chrome-finished balconies add to the appliance’s premium appearance. The side thermostat allows temperature adjustment electronically or manually.
The stated 35dB operating level and inverter compressor are appealing for open-plan kitchens. The right-hand hinge should be checked against the intended installation position before purchase, especially where adjacent cabinetry or walls may limit door opening.
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.