Our take on the Smeg FAB28URDYVC3 24 Inch Retro Style Refrigerator

The Smeg FAB28 is a 24-inch retro-style freestanding refrigerator with a rounded, curved-door body and a glossy finish. It holds about 9.9 cubic feet, which is small for a full-size fridge but generous for a one- or two-person kitchen. Its right-hand hinge and 24-inch width suit tight spaces and galley layouts. Rivals at the same width offer more capacity and modern features like water dispensers, but none match the FAB28's looks. Owners buy it for the design and accept the smaller interior and basic feature set.

Best forStyle-focused kitchens and open-plan living spacesSmall households of one or two peopleTight 24-inch openings and galley kitchensBuyers who want a statement appliance

Pros

Distinctive retro look with a rounded door and glossy finish
Fits a 24-inch opening, useful in small kitchens
About 9.9 cu. ft of space, workable for one or two people
Interior light makes contents easy to find
Right-hand hinge suits many kitchen layouts

Cons

What reviewers say

Owners of the FAB28 line consistently praise the looks and say the fridge draws compliments, while accepting that it is small and basic inside. Complaints center on capacity, the small freezer and the price relative to ordinary fridges.

What people mention

DesignPraisedOwners say the rounded retro body and glossy finish are the reason they bought it and that guests notice it.
CapacityCriticisedReviewers say the interior is small and fills up quickly for households larger than one or two people.
FreezerCriticisedThe freezer section is described as cramped, limiting bulk frozen food storage.

Questions and answers

Is the Smeg FAB28 big enough for a family?

About 9.9 cubic feet suits one or two people. A family of four will likely find it tight, especially with a small freezer.

Does it fit a standard 24-inch opening?

Yes. It is a 24-inch-wide freestanding unit, so it fits openings built for that width. Leave clearance for the door swing and ventilation.

Which side does the door hinge on?

This model is right-hand hinged. Check your layout before buying, since the swing side is fixed on this version.

Does it have a water or ice dispenser?

No. It is a basic fridge-freezer with an interior light and no dispenser, so you fill water and ice separately.

How does it compare with other 24-inch fridges?

Rivals at the same width usually offer more capacity and more features. The FAB28 trades that space for its retro styling.

Is the glossy finish hard to keep clean?

It wipes clean easily, but the gloss shows fingerprints, so plan on regular wiping in busy kitchens.

Smeg FAB28URDYVC3 24 Inch Retro Style Refrigerator

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$5,999.00at Aj Madison, last seen Nov 14

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Last seen at $5,999.00 at Aj Madison on Nov 14.

Our take on the Smeg FAB28URDYVC3 24 Inch Retro Style Refrigerator

Best forStyle-focused kitchens and open-plan living spacesSmall households of one or two peopleTight 24-inch openings and galley kitchensBuyers who want a statement appliance

Pros

Distinctive retro look with a rounded door and glossy finish
Fits a 24-inch opening, useful in small kitchens
About 9.9 cu. ft of space, workable for one or two people
Interior light makes contents easy to find
Right-hand hinge suits many kitchen layouts

Cons