Best Retro Fridge Freezer

Retro fridge freezers add retro flair to contemporary kitchens and add strikingly quirky to traditional kitchens. They're available in a wide variety of colors and styles.

This model is tall by Bush is available in red or black. It has a healthy capacity of 281 litres. It has the salad drawer, which is designed to focus on greens, four safety glass shelves and a chrome wine rack.

Smeg

The word Smeg, which is pronounced SMEG conjures up images of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping negronis in a historic terrazza while enjoying fine cheeses and stone fruit. Smeg, a Premium finish side by side fridge freezer appliance manufacturer, can bring the Italian design to your home at a cost less than a vacation. Smeg's sleek design and vibrant colors are sure to add a touch of character to any space.

The company was established in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works, which began producing enamelled steel household appliances. The company's popularity grew during the 1960s thanks to the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker as well as the "Niagara" dishwasher, which introduced larger capacity wash capabilities. The same time, Smeg begin manufacturing ovens and hobs that were built-in. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most renowned graphic designers and publishers. He designed the iconic Smeg Logo that incorporates burners from gas stoves and round knobs on ovens.

Smeg continued to be a success in the 1970s. They offered a wide range of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a simple line with simple lines and essential volumes. The timeless design of the collection was showcased at MoMA.

Since then, Smeg has forged ahead with innovative technologies and creative collaborations. The brand launched a line of appliances called 'Vitality,' which offers healthy cooking and preservation methods like sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. The brand also introduced the 'Connect' system which allows users to control appliances using a smartphone or tablet.

Smeg's fridge freezers make no exception to its retro style and are available in a variety vibrant colours. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, will add a splash of color to any kitchen. With a capacity of around 210 litres and a 40/60 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of room for all of your grocery shopping. The fridge-freezer comes with a salad drawer for fresh greens, and four shelves that can be adjusted. The freezer compartment has an anti-frost function, and the interior is stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two-year warranty on labour and parts.

Swan

Swan creates attractive retro-inspired equipment with a lower price tag than similar models. The refrigerator freezer is a standout with a bold red finish, complete with chrome handles. The fridge freezer is designed to accommodate lots of groceries and food items, the 300 litre capacity comes with a 60/40 split, so there's plenty of room for leftovers and frozen meals. It also has adjustable shelves, a no-frost system, and internal LED lighting.

Its freezer section prioritises fresh food over snacks, so there's room for everything from bags of frozen veggies to ice cream. The fridge's popular side by side fridge freezer brands features a salad drawer that keeps your greens fresh and plenty of room for drinks thanks to the extra-large door shelf.

Although it's not as sleek as some of the other models we've reviewed in our round-up but this Swan refrigerator freezer has a classic design that will suit a wide range of kitchen styles. It's the perfect choice to a country kitchen that has wooden cabinets, or for those who want to add a little retro style to their modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!

Big Chill

Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was created by uncle and nephew team Thom Vernon, who wanted to create a refrigerator that made a statement and didn't hide behind cabinets. The team chose to emulate 1950s styles with metal bodies that were stamped, chrome trim and pivoting handles. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that has become a favourite among celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.

The fridge freezers of the brand are available in a variety of vibrant colours and you can opt for a custom colour for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's a real attention-grabber. The freezer is in the upper part of the fridge, separated quiet side by side fridge freezer the partition. This should make it easier to prioritize frozen food when you shop fast-paced.

There's also a salad drawer that lets you prioritise fresh greens, plus four shelves that can be adjusted and an integrated wine rack. Despite its old-fashioned exterior it's Big Chill fridge freezer has a decidedly modern A+ energy efficiency class and automated defrost.

The Big Chill fridge isn't tiny, either: It comes in the size of 20.5 cubic feet of space that's more than double the size of the Smeg model with two doors. It's available in a variety of vibrant colors, and dozens more are available for a modest fee.

The Big Chill is featured in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor and it froze several Zarcovian Soldiers, and then changed into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond where it was fighting the undead Kraab.

Gorenje

Gorenje is an Slovenian brand of household appliances, which was established in 1950. The company's products are produced at its central facility in Velenje and other locations throughout Slovenia and Serbia and the Czech Republic and Sweden. Originally, the company was primarily focused on the production of ceramics, kitchen and bathroom furnishings in the 1970s, but by that time it was able to manufacture appliances like ovens, washing machines, and refrigerators. Its product line includes telecommunications devices as well as television sets.

The FAB50 model by Gorenje is the company's biggest retro fridge freezer to date, measuring six feet tall and offering 19.3 cubic feet of refrigerator and freezer space. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator features adjustable shelves, internal LED lighting, a no-frost system, and a sound alert that informs you if the door is left open. Its chrome handles provide a stylish aesthetic to any kitchen.

Although some reviews have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, its users generally give it high marks. This Gorenje refrigerator freezer comes in a variety of colors, including pastel blue and robin egg green and is a great option for kitchens with a a vintage-style design.

The Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is a different option for a vintage-style fridge. It is available in stunning Bordeaux color, with sleek chrome handles. It has a generous 300L capacity as well as a 60/40 split that provides plenty of room for frozen goods. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature make it easy to ensure that your food is fresh.

Gorenje has 83 subsidiaries, including 59 that are located outside of Slovenia. The company manufactures a wide variety of domestic appliances and ceramics, and also offers services in the fields of ecology, energy, and trade. The brands are available in more than 90 different countries, mainly in Europe. The company has a strong partnership with Swarovski and collaborates with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also is a sponsor of the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is a member the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate responsibility program.