Smeg FAB5RPG6 40cm Retro Free Standing Refrigerator in Pastel Green Right Hand Hinge Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
This freestanding Smeg refrigerator is designed for compact cooling rather than a full weekly shop. Its 34-litre interior provides adjustable shelving, door storage and a bottle shelf, while LED lighting and automatic defrost add everyday convenience. The pastel green finish, chrome handle and rounded 1950s-inspired design make it particularly suitable when appearance matters as much as practical storage.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Distinctive pastel green retro styling with a chrome external handle
- ✓ Quiet 36 dB operation is suitable for bedrooms, offices and other living spaces
- ✓ Adjustable glass shelves, door storage and a bottle shelf
- ✓ Automatic defrost and LED interior lighting improve everyday convenience
Key Specifications
- Width
- 40 cm
- Shelving
- Two adjustable glass shelves, adjustable door shelf and bottle shelf
- Door hinge
- Right-hand hinge
- Noise level
- 36 dB
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Climate class
- SN-T; suitable for ambient temperatures from 10°C to 43°C
- Energy rating
- C
- Appliance type
- Freestanding refrigerator
- Defrost system
- Automatic defrost
- Storage capacity
- 34 litres
- Interior lighting
- LED
- Manufacturer product code
- FAB5RPG6
- Required hinged-side clearance
- 175 mm when positioned next to a wall or kitchen unit
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ A good fit for drinks, snacks and supplementary storage where a full-size fridge is unnecessary.
- ✓ Suitable for compact kitchens, offices, bedrooms, hotel-style rooms and guest spaces.
- ✓ Worth considering for buyers who prioritise distinctive design alongside practical cooling.
- ✓ The right-hand hinge and required side clearance should suit layouts with adequate opening space.
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Compact storage and everyday usability
The 34-litre capacity is best suited to drinks, snacks and extra chilled items rather than replacing a full-size household refrigerator. Two adjustable glass shelves allow the interior to be configured around different items, while the adjustable door shelf and bottle shelf make use of the available door space.
LED lighting should make contents easier to find, particularly in a bedroom, office or guest area. Automatic defrost also reduces the routine maintenance associated with manual-defrost compact refrigerators.
Quiet cooling and installation considerations
A stated noise level of 36 dB makes this a relatively unobtrusive option for spaces where background noise matters. The C energy rating and R600a refrigerant are specified alongside cooling designed for a broad SN-T climate range.
The right-hand hinge is an important placement detail. A 175 mm gap is required on the hinged side when the appliance is positioned next to a wall or kitchen unit, so the available layout should be checked carefully before purchase.
Design and best use
The pastel green gloss finish, rounded shape and chrome handle give this refrigerator a strong 1950s-inspired aesthetic. It is a design-led choice that can add visual character to a compact kitchen, office, bedroom or guest space.
Its appeal is therefore twofold: it provides straightforward compact refrigeration while also functioning as a visible style feature. Buyers needing maximum capacity per square metre may prefer a larger, less design-focused fridge.
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.