Smeg FAB28RCR5UK 50's Style Freestanding Fridge Right Hinge Cream Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Smeg FAB28RCR5UK combines a cream gloss finish and chrome detailing with 270 litres of total net storage. Its fan-assisted cooling, 0°C drawer, electronic temperature control and LED lighting make everyday organisation straightforward. The fixed right-hand hinge and required clearance need careful consideration before installation.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Distinctive cream 50's Style design with coordinated chrome detailing
- ✓ Useful 0°C drawer and fan-assisted cooling support organised fresh-food storage
- ✓ Bright LED lighting, electronic temperature control and automatic refrigerator defrost add everyday convenience
Worth considering
- The fixed right-hand hinge and required 175mm hinged-side clearance may restrict placement options
- The 26-litre freezer cavity is limited compared with a dedicated fridge-freezer
Key Specifications
- Energy class
- D
- Cooling system
- MultiFlow fan-assisted cooling
- Freezer rating
- 4-star
- Hinge position
- Fixed right-hand hinge
- Freezer capacity
- 26 litres
- Fresh-food drawer
- LifePlus 0°C drawer
- Total net capacity
- 270 litres
- Refrigerator capacity
- 244 litres
- Dimensions (H × W × D)
- 1530 × 601 × 728mm
- Annual energy consumption
- 130 kWh
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB28RCR5UK
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Suitable for households prioritising a large fresh-food section over freezer capacity.
- ✓ A good fit for kitchens where retro styling and a freestanding format are important.
- ✓ Best suited to installations that can accommodate the right-hand hinge and door-opening clearance.
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Design and installation
The cream gloss finish, rounded profile and chrome accents give this freestanding fridge a strong retro presence. The fixed right-hand hinge is a key installation consideration, as is the stated 175mm gap required on the hinged side.
Storage and cooling
The 244-litre refrigerator section provides the bulk of the available space, with two adjustable glass shelves, a fruit and vegetable drawer and several door-storage areas. MultiFlow cooling is designed to distribute cold air evenly, while the LifePlus 0°C drawer provides a dedicated low-temperature area for foods such as meat and fish.
Freezer and everyday operation
The integrated 26-litre freezer cavity has a 4-star rating and a stated freezing capacity of 2.6kg per 24 hours. Electronic temperature control, LED lighting, an acoustic and visual door-open alarm and automatic refrigerator defrost make routine use more convenient, although the freezer itself requires manual defrosting.
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.