Smeg FAB32RPB6UK 50's Style 60cm Freestanding 70/30 Fridge Freezer Right Hand Hinge In Pastel Blue Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg FAB32RPB6UK fridge freezer is a freestanding 70/30 fridge freezer with a 234-litre fridge compartment and 97-litre freezer compartment. Its Total No Frost system, Multiflow ventilation and LifePlus 0°C drawer provide practical food-storage features, while the inverter compressor is rated at 35 dB(A). The pastel blue finish, chrome detailing and right-hand hinge make it particularly suited to kitchens where appearance and layout compatibility matter.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Large 331-litre total capacity with a fresh-food-focused 70/30 layout
- ✓ Total No Frost cooling removes the need for routine manual freezer defrosting
- ✓ Quiet 35 dB(A) inverter compressor suits open-plan kitchen areas
- ✓ A dedicated controlled-temperature space for meat, fish and cheese
- ✓ Distinctive pastel blue 50’s Style finish with chrome detailing
Key Specifications
- Width
- 601 mm
- Lighting
- Bright LED lighting on both sides of the fridge compartment
- Noise level
- 35 dB(A)
- Energy rating
- C
- Appliance type
- Freestanding fridge freezer
- Capacity split
- 70/30
- Cooling system
- Total No Frost with Multiflow ventilation
- Hinge position
- Right-hand hinge
- Total capacity
- 331 litres
- Fridge capacity
- 234 litres
- Special storage
- LifePlus drawer with a stated temperature range of -2°C to +3°C
- Freezer capacity
- 97 litres
- Temperature control
- Internal digital electronic control panel
- Freezer configuration
- Three drawers, including a fast-freezing compartment
- Annual energy consumption
- 158 kWh
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB32RPB6UK
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for households that need more fridge space than freezer space.
- ✓ Suitable for open-plan kitchens where lower operating noise is important.
- ✓ Good for buyers who want retro styling rather than a conventional neutral finish.
- ✓ Worth considering where a right-hand hinge and 601 mm width suit the available kitchen layout.
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Capacity and everyday storage
The 70/30 layout gives this appliance a fresh-food emphasis, with 234 litres in the fridge and 97 litres in the freezer. That balance should suit households that regularly store fresh ingredients, chilled food and drinks but do not need an especially large frozen-food section.
The freezer has three drawers, including a fast-freezing compartment, helping to separate frozen items and organise storage. The supplied information does not state the dimensions of individual drawers or their exact usable clearances.
Cooling and food preservation
Total No Frost cooling is a useful convenience feature because it is designed to prevent ice build-up in the freezer and avoid manual defrosting. Multiflow ventilation and an internal fan are intended to distribute cold air evenly through the fridge compartment.
The LifePlus drawer is the standout storage feature for fresh food. Its stated range of -2°C to +3°C is designed for foods such as meat, fish and cheese, although the available product information does not specify how the temperature is selected or adjusted.
Design, controls and kitchen fit
The pastel blue 50’s Style exterior, rounded forms and chrome detailing give the appliance a prominent visual character. Its freestanding format and 601 mm width make the stated footprint relatively straightforward to plan for, subject to allowing the clearances required by the installation location.
An internal digital electronic control panel and bright LED lighting support day-to-day use. The right-hand hinge is an important fit consideration, particularly where the appliance will sit next to a wall or another unit.
Noise and energy use
The inverter compressor is rated at 35 dB(A), which makes quiet operation one of the more useful practical attributes for an open-plan kitchen. The supplied information also lists a C energy rating and annual consumption of 158 kWh.
These specifications suggest a capable balance between capacity and operating efficiency, although real-world consumption will vary with room temperature, loading and usage habits.
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.