Smeg FAB30RCR5UK review
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- Freestanding
- Cream
This cream-coloured fridge freezer is exactly what you’d expect a Smeg appliance to look like, with its retro curved edges, distinctive branding, and big silver handles. But even if you love the look of the FAB30RCR5UK you probably won’t want it in your kitchen if it doesn’t chill food properly, so read our full review of this fridge freezer to make sure it’s as good inside as it is outside.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- Does it chill and freeze food quickly?
- Does it maintain a stable temperature in hot and cold rooms?
- How energy efficient is it?
- How easy is it to use and clean?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
July 2021
First reviewed by Which?
July 2021
Released
November 2020
Technical specifications
General
- Manufacturer guarantee2 years
- Manufacturer guarantee termsSmeg fridge freezers have a two-year guarantee as standard.
- Testing informationThis model was tested after we changed our fridge freezer test programme in April 2018. It's tested to our most up to date test programme. For full details on how we've changed our testing, head to our guide on 'how we test fridge freezers'.
The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.
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- 90%Highest score
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