Smeg FAB32LWH5UK 50's Style 60/40 Freestanding Left Hinge Fridge Freezer White Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg FAB32LWH5UK fridge freezer is a freestanding fridge freezer with a 331-litre total capacity, divided into 234 litres of fridge storage and 97 litres of freezer space. Its Total No Frost double cooling system, automatic defrosting and adjustable storage make everyday use more convenient. The gloss white finish, chrome detailing and rounded 50’s Style design give it strong visual appeal, while the left-hinged configuration should be checked carefully against the planned kitchen layout.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Generous 331-litre capacity with a practical 60/40 fridge-to-freezer split
- ✓ Total No Frost and automatic defrosting reduce routine maintenance
- ✓ Useful Holiday, ECO, fast cooling and fast freezing functions
- ✓ Separate storage for meat and fish
- ✓ Distinctive gloss white 50’s Style design with chrome detailing
Worth considering
- The fixed left-hinged configuration may not suit every kitchen layout
- The retro styling and chrome detailing may not appeal to shoppers seeking a discreet contemporary finish
Key Specifications
- Functions
- Holiday, ECO, fast freezing and fast cooling
- Dimensions
- 1968 x 601 x 728 mm
- Net weight
- 103.4 kg
- Door alarms
- Acoustic and visual door-open alarm
- Installation
- Freestanding
- Cooling system
- Total No Frost with double cooling system
- Fridge storage
- Two adjustable glass shelves, fruit and vegetable drawer, door shelves and bottle shelf
- Hinge position
- Left
- Total capacity
- 331 litres
- Freezer storage
- Three drawers, glass shelves and one flap-covered compartment
- Fridge capacity
- 234 litres
- Special storage
- Life Plus 0°C drawer
- Freezer capacity
- 97 litres
- Colour and finish
- Gloss white with chrome detailing
- Freezing capacity
- 4-star rating; 6 kg per 24 hours
- Controls and display
- Electronic temperature controls with interior LED display
- Noise emission class
- C
- Energy efficiency class
- D
- Annual energy consumption
- 204 kWh/year
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB32LWH5UK
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Suitable for families and larger households needing substantial fresh-food storage alongside a useful freezer compartment.
- ✓ A good fit for kitchens where statement design is as important as practical refrigeration features.
- ✓ Worth considering for shoppers who prefer low-maintenance frost-free cooling and flexible electronic controls.
Capacity and storage layout
The 331-litre total capacity is divided into 234 litres of fridge space and 97 litres of freezer storage, making this a practical option for households that use more chilled than frozen food. The 60/40 layout leaves ample room for everyday groceries while retaining a useful freezer section.
Inside, the fridge includes adjustable glass shelves, a fruit and vegetable drawer, several door-storage options and a bottle shelf. The Life Plus 0°C drawer adds a dedicated lower-temperature area for fresh meat and fish, while the freezer provides three drawers plus additional compartment storage.
Cooling and convenience
Total No Frost cooling with automatic defrosting should reduce the need for manual maintenance. The double cooling system, MultiFlow cooling and fan support consistent refrigeration, based on the available product information.
Electronic temperature controls are complemented by an interior LED display. Holiday, ECO, fast cooling and fast freezing modes provide useful flexibility, and acoustic and visual door-open alarms can help prevent accidental energy loss.
Design and installation
The gloss white finish, chrome details and rounded 50’s Style design make this a prominent appliance rather than a purely functional one. It could work particularly well in a characterful or retro-inspired kitchen.
Planning is important because the appliance is tall, deep and heavy. The supplied information identifies a left-hand hinge, so the surrounding clearance and door-opening direction should be checked before purchase.
Efficiency and overall appeal
The appliance has a D energy efficiency class and stated annual energy consumption of 204 kWh. Its noise emission class is C, giving shoppers useful efficiency and operating-noise information for comparison.
Overall, the combination of large capacity, frost-free operation, dedicated fresh-food storage and strong styling gives it broad appeal. Its value is strongest for buyers who specifically want the Smeg FAB32LWH5UK aesthetic alongside a well-equipped freestanding fridge freezer.
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.