Russell Hobbs RHEM2301B 23L Easi Flatbed Digital 800w Solo Microwave Black [Energy Class e]’ [Energy Class E]
Introducing The EASi Microwave
The Which? Best Buy flatbed digital microwave from Russell Hobbs.
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Intuitive DesignFour simple controls: Microwave, Defrost, Start and Stop/Cancel. | Flatbed DesignNo turntable, easy to clean and fits square plates and large dishes. | Diamond CavityEffectively distributes the microwaves and improves cooking performance versus a standard microwave cavity. |
Four Easy To Use Controls
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MicrowavePress to select a cooking time up to 60 minutes. | DefrostSelect a defrost time to thaw food. | Stop/CancelTo pause cooking, press once, to cancel simply press a second time. | StartAfter selecting the microwave or defrost time press Start to begin. |
About the Brand
At Russell Hobbs, products offer more than just quality, style and innovation – they help create delicious moments to be savoured. That first cup of coffee in the morning, the warmth of a freshly ironed shirt, the simple joy of sharing a freshly cooked meal with family – these are the things that truly matter. From kettles and toasters to irons and food preparation, all appliances offer stylish ways to make life easier. Designed with real people in mind, for solutions that help make home life even more enjoyable.
The Microwave Re-Invented
Good Housekeeping Institute Research shows that 98% of microwave usage in the UK is for reheating and defrosting food. That’s why Russell Hobbs have developed the EASi microwave with features that our customers really need. Just four controls, a large easy to clean flatbed and an energy efficient LED bulb. The EASi Flatbed Family Size Digital Microwave has been awarded a Which? Best Buy in February 2017.
- 23L capacity
- 800W microwave power
- Flatbed technology
- Easy clean
- Diamond Cavity
- Silver housing with mirror finish door
- Energy efficient LED light
- Product dimensions: H 30.4 x W 50.2 x D 41.8
Further Information
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How to use your EASi MicrowaveTo microwave, simply press the Microwave button until your required time is reached; the time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes and it then increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. Press the start button and microwave will then start to cook at the full power. To defrost simply press the Defrost button until your required time is reached; the time increases by 30 seconds until 5 minutes and it then increases by 1 minute until 60 minutes. Press the start button and the microwave will then start to defrost. To pause the cooking cycle simply press the Stop button, to cancel, press the Stop button for a second time. | How Microwaves WorkMicrowave ovens do not generate any heat themselves but instead emit waves of microwave energy which cause the water molecules in food to vibrate. This vibration produces heat which in turn cooks the food. This is why your food will come out of the microwave piping hot, when your utensils inside the microwave stay much cooler. Microwave energy cannot penetrate metal, so the inside of the appliance is lined with metal. The door is lined with a fine metal mesh which prevents microwaves from escaping. | Cooking Hints & TipsTo avoid any microwave mishaps it is recommended to take extra care with the following: Foods with a membrane or outer skin (eg. fruits, sausages, potatoes, egg yolks). – Food with a sealed or none porous skin must be pierced to allow pressure and steam to escape. – Low moisture foods (eg. cereals, bagels, dried pasta, pulses and chocolate). – These must be cooked for a very short length of time with constant supervision. – High sugar content foods (eg. jams, syrups). – These foods can become easily ‘super-heated’ when cooked in a microwave oven. – Foods containing alcohol. – Foods with an alcohol content must not be cooked in a microwave as they could ignite. |
| Weight: | 14.8 kg |
| Dimensions: | 57 x 45 x 37.2 cm; 14.76 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Russell Hobbs |
| Model: | RHEM2301B |
| Colour: | Black |
| Colour: | Black |
Nice simple you use which when most peace only use their microwave for reheating, this is all you need. No over the top modes and grill etc etc.. no turntable to go wrong either. Excellent item and happy so far.
Nice simple you use which when most peace only use their microwave for reheating, this is all you need. No over the top modes and grill etc etc.. no turntable to go wrong either. Excellent item and happy so far.
Simple to use and easy to clean, stylish works as it should very pleased with this microwave
Simple to use and easy to clean, stylish works as it should very pleased with this microwave
Great microwave. Only one slight problem encountered. The cooking time only goes up in minutes and half a minute (30 sec) . Otherwise item is excellent and good value for money.
Great microwave. Only one slight problem encountered. The cooking time only goes up in minutes and half a minute (30 sec) . Otherwise item is excellent and good value for money.
I love the flat bed, it’s so much easier to clean. The controls are perfect and simple to use. Either microwave or defrost and time goes up in increments of 30 secs. Also I love that when you open the door the microwave doesn’t keep going when the door is closed again unless start is pressed.
We love it there is film over the buttons which is hard to remove but after a week it just peeled away easy.. so just give it some time to relax vefire removing.. takes my largest dishes and plates and so easy to clean with no turntable..
For those just looking simply for a functional and easy to operate microwave, the people at Russell Hobbs have got this right! … It’s only recently been purchased though and intend to update this review in perhaps 6 months or so. …
first-order never arrived this is the first time it has happened to me and I was very angry with the rep I phoned but as promised a New one was sent which I received delivered to me personally after unwrapping setting up I was greatly surprised the wife can operate it without my help what a great microwave so simply all complications removed many thanks Amazon just love i
Fantastic microwave, so easy to use easy to clean and easy on the eye
Fantastic microwave, so easy to use easy to clean and easy on the eye
Great no turntable looks good too, works well cooks well very pleased.
Great no turntable looks good too, works well cooks well very pleased.
We used to have a microwave that did almost everything, but we found that we used it mainly for heating up and defrosting. So, when it died from boredom, we decided to get one that actually did just what we needed and nothing more. I read loads of reviews and decided that this microwave was the one for us. It hasn’t disappointed. It’s operation is straight forward. You simply tap the time you wish for and then tap start. We love it.
So what do I do. Put up with it. Pay to send it back to Hotpoint to be repaired. Or at five months old can I send it back to Amazon and order a new one. Apart from the light the Microwave is fantastic. Just Hotpoint shoddy lamp design. Why can Hotpoint not desighn a light that I could change myself. Shows what useless designers they have.
So what do I do. Put up with it. Pay to send it back to Hotpoint to be repaired. Or at five months old can I send it back to Amazon and order a new one. Apart from the light the Microwave is fantastic. Just Hotpoint shoddy lamp design. Why can Hotpoint not desighn a light that I could change myself. Shows what useless designers they have.
First one I ordered came damaged , easy to send back and a replacement sent within two days, lovely microwave easy to use looks very smart and mode
First one I ordered came damaged , easy to send back and a replacement sent within two days, lovely microwave easy to use looks very smart and mode
So simple!
Most microwaves come with loads of confusing programmes to cook x, y, or z. I’ve never used these on any of the microwaves I’ve ever had.
This one makes it so simple – dial in mins to cook, or kgs to defrost – hit go. Brilliant!
Easy to clean!
No rotating plate to pull out, clean, clean under, clean around the cog thing, clean the “bearing” disc.
Flat bed microwaves are the future
Perfect for us. I can’t stand all the stupid settings on microwaves that don’t get used so this is ideal. Also a handy mirror in the kitchen haha
Perfect for us. I can’t stand all the stupid settings on microwaves that don’t get used so this is ideal. Also a handy mirror in the kitchen haha
The easiest microwave I have ever used.Looks smart and the flatbed format is so much simpler.
The easiest microwave I have ever used.Looks smart and the flatbed format is so much simpler.
Really easy to clean, didn’t know there was such a thing as a flatbed, no one in their right mind would buy one that came with a difficult to clean turn table. Never saw it advertised. It also came with a 50 virgin wine voucher as a thank you for purchasing this product unfortunately you only get it if you sign up for their WineBank and buy at least12 bottles worth 109.88 or more. I won’t bother thanks.
As microwaves go this has to be the simplest one to use I’ve ever seen. Not. Itch, very pleased
Excellent microwave. Looks good, doesn’t have the annoying rotating glass base which always comes off and doesn’t seem to need it. It cooks evenly and quickly. I’ve always thought that microwaves with more than 5 or so buttons were a waste of time and this one proves me right. This isn’t a just microwave for your elderly mum, just because it ‘only’ has 4 buttons doesn’t mean that is any less effective than the ones that look like ground control. I like the fact that it doesn’t have a clock and that all the lights turn off completely when you’re not using it. Recommended.
My mother is 85 and has athritis on her hands and is becomming forgetful at times, this is a great simple micorave which is dead easy to use, you just tap for 30 second intervals and push for longer times. two options micowave and defrost means no complicated programmes to recall, the flat be makes it easer to cook bigger dishes and the size is great for a small space. all in all very happy with this
Best microwave I have owned. So so easy to use & to keep clean. Looks much more expensive than it costs.
Best microwave I have owned. So so easy to use & to keep clean. Looks much more expensive than it costs.
Best microwave ever. So easy to use. So quick and easy to clean. Lovely
Best microwave ever. So easy to use. So quick and easy to clean. Lovely
I was sick of microwaves with turntables which took up loads of space inside the oven and collected water in the track and finally went rusty.
This is a different experience altogether. Yes, it’s expensive, but the inside is cavernous.
Cleaning is a simple wipe out with a cloth, no disassembly needed.
Although cooking is about as even as a traditional microwave, I still recommend turning your food at least once during cooking.
There are no fancy programs to figure out, just pick cook or defrost and set your time, Simple.
I’m loving it.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
Brilliant microwave, easier to clean than rotating plate microwave and can get larger amounts inside the microwave.
So simple to use, bought for the elderly peeps in my life.
No longer have to worry if the dish will break. Just disinfect and wipe clean.
Beep beep beep and your sorted.
So simple to use, bought for the elderly peeps in my life.
No longer have to worry if the dish will break. Just disinfect and wipe clean.
Beep beep beep and your sorted.
easy to clean no hidden corners to trap crap very easy to program
easy to clean no hidden corners to trap crap very easy to program
Easy to use, easy to clean and works great. Cooks evenly. 2nd flat bed microwave ive had. Other one i had for 8 years. This one is alot better.
Easy to use, easy to clean and works great. Cooks evenly. 2nd flat bed microwave ive had. Other one i had for 8 years. This one is alot better.
Best microwave I have ever bought , fits a lot bigger plates in , and oblong dishes
I will only buy a flat bed microwave in future
So easy to clean , and so easy to use
Easy to use and easy to clean no worries about the glass table is a bonus also cooks well without it circulating
Easy to use and easy to clean no worries about the glass table is a bonus also cooks well without it circulating
Easy to use and easy to clean no worries about the glass table is a bonus also cooks well without it circulating
Easy to use and easy to clean no worries about the glass table is a bonus also cooks well without it circulating
So much easier to keep clean than one with a turntable plate and wheeled support! Remember to wipe any spills immediately and the finish will stay looking new!
The cavity is big and will hold large rectangular dishes if you so choose! No more rotation that doesn’t quite work with odd dish sizes!
The control buttons are simplistic, the top ‘microwave’ is full power 800 watt cooking in 30 second increments with each button press up to 5 mins, then 1 minute increments and you can add time even while it’s cooking.
Second button down is ‘defrost’ in the same increments and the defrost function is 40% power.
The next button down from the top is Stop/Cancel which is self explanatory! Press once to stop cooking, press again to cancel the remaining time on the screen.
The last button ‘Start’ is pressed to start the cooking after the time has been set (microwave or defrost) then the time remaining counts down.
When it finishes it emits 5 long loud beeps, if you don’t return to it immediately it gives a short beep at intervals of 2 minutes, for ten minutes after it’s finished.
It doesn’t have a clock which took some getting used to after relying on my past microwave as the kitchen clock but I’m accustomed to it now.
Also the display lights go out in standby mode when not in use so it’s energy saving too!
Good microwave. Not too noisy. Not the most powerful. Love the simplicity
Good microwave. Not too noisy. Not the most powerful. Love the simplicity
The only thing I didn’t like there is no clock, my husband has had his moans about it otherwise I am happy.
The only thing I didn’t like there is no clock, my husband has had his moans about it otherwise I am happy.
Overall a good microwave however: Could do with a separate control on time rather than only 30 second increments. No ability to reduce power is a limitation of this unit and it also doesn’t have a clock function for when on standby. Other than that it does the job well enough and it does have a large plate capacity as there is no turntable a definite plus
This is my first flatbed microwave – I love it. Super easy to use. Is larger than my old one which I didn’t check, but fits the space. Vents on the side so you can use top to rest items without worrying. Easy to clean.
This is my first flatbed microwave – I love it. Super easy to use. Is larger than my old one which I didn’t check, but fits the space. Vents on the side so you can use top to rest items without worrying. Easy to clean.
Bought for elderly relative. Really easy to use and clean as no revolving plate.
Bought for elderly relative. Really easy to use and clean as no revolving plate.
I bought this as my husband is not a techie and hated any microwave we ever had as he couldn’t work the settings. This is so very simple to use. No fancy features – just set the time, switch on and let it go. It’s fantastic. Large space and no plate inside to wobble and get covered with spills. Simple wipe clean and you are good to go. Cooks more evenly I think too. From now on, I will use a flatbed – best microwave I’ve ever owned. It doesn’t do anything fancy but I never used a microwave to bake or anything else anyway. Love it!
Wish I had purchased this microwave earlier, such a doddle to use and no pesky glass plate! Best microwave ever! Would have no hesitation in recommending this product to anyone. Works brilliantly and so easy to use. No extra knobs and gadgetry, just simple and quick. 5 stars
Ever wanted a microwave that (a) heats, (b) defrosts, (c) that’s it no other gimmicks? Then THIS IS THE PRODUCT TO GET!. It is so simple to use, I love it! FULLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT.
Ever wanted a microwave that (a) heats, (b) defrosts, (c) that’s it no other gimmicks? Then THIS IS THE PRODUCT TO GET!. It is so simple to use, I love it! FULLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT.
It’s a great microwave only thing is it makes a bit of noise when being used not sure if that is meant to happen never had a flat bottom microwave before.
It’s a great microwave only thing is it makes a bit of noise when being used not sure if that is meant to happen never had a flat bottom microwave before.
Lovely microwave easy to use and clean and good for putting square dishes in …no knocking and no derailments with a turntable thanks to the flatbed bottom haven’t used it much yet only had a couple of days, but so far I am impressed
Love the look, looks really sleek and modern and this colour gives a bit of the wow factor. Easy to use, no fuss machine. Bought this as a gift as love the one I have which is in white. The only disadvantage is it is large but this was not a problem for me.
I like everything about this microwave. The colour, the mirror door, the size and easy use. It was also quick delivery.
I like everything about this microwave. The colour, the mirror door, the size and easy use. It was also quick delivery.
his is the most easiest micro wave i have used the flat bed is great ,had no problems , heats up well
his is the most easiest micro wave i have used the flat bed is great ,had no problems , heats up well
Love this microwave! Always had turntable ones …but this has a flatbed…love it! More space & very easy to clean & user friendly. Great value for money & would highly recommend
Love this microwave! Always had turntable ones …but this has a flatbed…love it! More space & very easy to clean & user friendly. Great value for money & would highly recommend
So easy to keep clean, easy to use, not too many “unnecessary” choice of buttons. I tend to use my microwave for very basic things so don’t need the extra options. Can heat/cook more dishes side by side, may take slightly longer obviously.
So easy to keep clean, easy to use, not too many “unnecessary” choice of buttons. I tend to use my microwave for very basic things so don’t need the extra options. Can heat/cook more dishes side by side, may take slightly longer obviously.
So easy to keep clean, easy to use, not too many “unnecessary” choice of buttons. I tend to use my microwave for very basic things so don’t need the extra options. Can heat/cook more dishes side by side, may take slightly longer obviously.
So easy to keep clean, easy to use, not too many “unnecessary” choice of buttons. I tend to use my microwave for very basic things so don’t need the extra options. Can heat/cook more dishes side by side, may take slightly longer obviously.
So easy to keep clean, easy to use, not too many “unnecessary” choice of buttons. I tend to use my microwave for very basic things so don’t need the extra options. Can heat/cook more dishes side by side, may take slightly longer obviously.
Not having a rotating turntable base makes it very easy to use with larger items
I am extremely impressed with this microwave it has the minimum of buttons so it is easy to use easy to keep clean inside no fiddly turntable super efficient and it looks super smart I love i
I am extremely impressed with this microwave it has the minimum of buttons so it is easy to use easy to keep clean inside no fiddly turntable super efficient and it looks super smart I love i
I am extremely impressed with this microwave it has the minimum of buttons so it is easy to use easy to keep clean inside no fiddly turntable super efficient and it looks super smart I love i
I am extremely impressed with this microwave it has the minimum of buttons so it is easy to use easy to keep clean inside no fiddly turntable super efficient and it looks super smart I love i
I like the simplicity of its use, the space and the power. Great microwave.
Looks good, nice not to have to make sure that there’s room for jug handles to revolve.
Great value as a single person simple easy does what it says on the ti
Best thing since sliced bread easy to use easy to clean would highly recommend so much better than my old turntable microwave.
Best thing since sliced bread easy to use easy to clean would highly recommend so much better than my old turntable microwave.
Best thing since sliced bread easy to use easy to clean would highly recommend so much better than my old turntable microwave.
Best thing since sliced bread easy to use easy to clean would highly recommend so much better than my old turntable microwave.
Just 4 buttons cook,defrost,pause,stop/start.Very clear LEDs if you want to keep it simple you can’t Go wrong.Flatbed makes cleaning a breeze.
Just 4 buttons cook,defrost,pause,stop/start.Very clear LEDs if you want to keep it simple you can’t Go wrong.Flatbed makes cleaning a breeze.
Fantastic value for a flatbed microwave, love the simplification of the controls down to the bare minimum. I would say of my uses so far 1% of the time I think it would be handy to have more precise time controls or a power setting etc but it’s far from a deal breaker. So much easier to clean and use, plenty of space inside (my previous microwave was too small to stand a pouch of microwavable rice in where this one is more than sufficient). Looks nice too
Doesn’t have all the programmes and buttons no-one ever uses. Just set time and press start – easy!
Had to replace our microwave.
Liked this one as it has no turntable.
Liked the idea of the flat bed. So glad I did get this.
So much easier to keep clean. Any size plate or bowl will go in.
As for heating up so much better as it heats all sides.
Love my microwave and so easy to clean definitely worth the money
After our son bought a flatbed microwave for his house and Mrs Grinch used it I was informed that we we’re only going to have this kind of microwave when we needed a new one.
I’ve got to agree though, they are so easy to clean, heat’s food up brilliant, this model is so easy to use too.
Such a good price and looks very smart.
Good simple flatbed (no turntable) microwave which is easy to clean. (Pool of water can’t build up and be hidden under the turntable)
Not keen on the mirror finish as I didn’t need a mirror.