Smeg FAB32LCR5UK 50's Style 60/40 Freestanding Left Hinge Fridge Freezer Cream Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Smeg FAB32LCR5UK combines a cream 1950s-inspired exterior with a 234-litre fridge and 97-litre freezer. Total No Frost cooling, electronic controls, a 0°C drawer and flexible internal storage make it practical for everyday use, while the left-hand hinge and freestanding design should be checked against the planned installation position.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Substantial storage, particularly for fresh food
- ✓ Total No Frost cooling removes the need for routine manual defrosting
- ✓ A dedicated 0°C drawer is useful for storing meat and fish
- ✓ The retro cream finish and chrome detailing give it a distinctive appearance
- ✓ Electronic controls, holiday mode, ECO setting and door-open alerts add everyday convenience
Worth considering
- The left-hand hinge may limit placement flexibility if the kitchen layout requires a right-hand opening door
Key Specifications
- Colour
- Cream
- Lighting
- Internal LED lighting
- Dimensions
- 1968 x 601 x 728 mm
- Door hinge
- Left-hand hinge
- Noise class
- C
- Energy class
- D
- Appliance type
- Freestanding fridge freezer
- Cooling system
- Total No Frost double cooling system
- Total capacity
- 331 litres
- Freezer storage
- Three drawers and one flap compartment
- Fridge capacity
- 234 litres
- Freezer capacity
- 97 litres
- Freshness drawer
- LifePlus 0°C drawer
- Freezing capacity
- 6 kg per 24 hours
- Annual energy consumption
- 204 kWh
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB32LCR5UK
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Good for households that use more chilled than frozen food and want a larger fresh-food compartment.
- ✓ Suitable for buyers who value distinctive retro styling alongside modern frost-free refrigeration.
- ✓ Worth considering where a freestanding appliance around 1,968 mm high will fit comfortably.
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Design and storage
The cream finish, rounded 1950s-inspired styling and chrome details make this a prominent kitchen feature rather than a purely functional appliance. Its freestanding format gives more installation flexibility than an integrated model, subject to the left-hand hinge and available space.
Storage is weighted towards the fridge, with 234 litres for fresh food and 97 litres for frozen items. Adjustable glass shelves, a fruit and vegetable drawer, door compartments and a bottle shelf help organise the main compartment, while three freezer drawers and a flap compartment separate frozen goods.
Cooling and freshness features
Total No Frost double cooling is a strong convenience feature because it is designed to prevent ice build-up in both compartments and reduce manual maintenance. MultiFlow circulation and an internal fan are intended to support more even cooling throughout the fridge.
The LifePlus 0°C drawer provides a dedicated lower-temperature space for meat and fish. Fast freezing, a stated freezing capacity of 6 kg per 24 hours and electronic temperature controls add useful flexibility when stocking the freezer or adjusting conditions.
Controls, efficiency and installation
An internal LED display, holiday mode, ECO setting, fast cooling, temperature alerts and a door-open alarm provide a well-equipped control set for everyday use. Internal LED lighting should also make it easier to see the contents of the fridge.
The stated D energy class and annual consumption of 204 kWh place efficiency in the context of the current A-to-G scale, while noise class C indicates a considered approach to operating sound. Before buying, check that the 1,968 x 601 x 728 mm dimensions, left-hand hinge and surrounding clearance requirements suit the intended position.
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.