Smeg FAB38RBL6 50's Style 70cm Freestanding 70/30 Fridge Freezer Right Hand Hinge In Black Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This Smeg FAB38RBL6 fridge freezer is a 70/30 freestanding fridge freezer with 481 litres of total storage. Its 344-litre refrigerator and 137-litre freezer provide substantial everyday capacity, while Multiflow cooling, No Frost technology and a LifePlus drawer add practical food-storage features. The gloss black finish, chrome detailing and right-hand hinge make it a design-led choice for kitchens where appearance matters as much as capacity.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Very generous 481-litre combined storage capacity
- ✓ Distinctive gloss black 50’s Style design with chrome detailing
- ✓ No Frost cooling helps reduce freezer maintenance
- ✓ A controlled -2°C to +3°C storage zone
- ✓ Independent digital temperature control for the refrigerator and freezer compartments
Key Specifications
- Width
- 706 mm
- Finish
- Gloss black with chrome detailing
- Ice maker
- Manual ice maker
- Door hinge
- Right-hand hinge
- Cooling system
- Multiflow cooling with fan-assisted air circulation
- Total capacity
- 481 litres
- Fridge capacity
- 344 litres
- Frost reduction
- Total No Frost cooling
- Freezer capacity
- 137 litres
- Fridge/freezer split
- 70/30
- Temperature controls
- Independent digital control for refrigerator and freezer compartments
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB38RBL6
- LifePlus drawer temperature range
- -2°C to +3°C
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A strong fit for larger households needing substantial fresh and frozen food storage.
- ✓ Suitable for buyers who want a statement retro appliance rather than an understated finish.
- ✓ Useful for households that value organised storage for meat, fish and cheese.
- ✓ The right-hand hinge suits kitchens where the door opening direction is compatible with the available layout.
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Storage and cooling
With 481 litres of combined capacity, this appliance is designed for substantial household storage. The 344-litre refrigerator provides the greater share of space, while the 137-litre freezer is divided across multiple drawers for easier organisation.
Multiflow cooling uses fan-assisted air circulation to distribute cold air through the refrigerator compartment. The No Frost system is designed to prevent ice build-up, reducing the need for manual freezer defrosting.
Useful temperature features
The LifePlus drawer provides a controlled zone between -2°C and +3°C, giving perishable foods such as meat, fish and cheese a dedicated storage area. Independent digital controls allow the refrigerator and freezer temperatures to be adjusted separately.
An internal LED display keeps the controls inside the appliance, while interior lighting helps with visibility. The manual ice maker is a practical addition for drinks and entertaining, although it requires user adjustment rather than automatic ice production.
Design and ownership considerations
The gloss black finish, rounded contours, chrome details and fixed external handle give this fridge freezer a strong retro presence. It is best suited to kitchens where the appliance is intended to contribute to the overall design.
The 706 mm width and right-hand hinge are important installation considerations. Buyers should check the available space and door-opening direction before choosing it.
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.