Russell Hobbs RHMM701C 17 Litre 700 W Cream Solo Manual Microwave with 5 Power Levels, Ringer & Timer, Defrost Setting, Easy Clean
Russell Hobbs Compact 17L Microwave
Simple and easy to use, this microwave provides you quick and convenient cooking. With two simple control dials, set your desired power level and time and the microwave cooks your food just how you like it.
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About your Russell Hobbs microwaveMicrowave ovens do not generate any heat themselves but instead cause water molecules in food to vibrate. This vibration produces heat that 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. Microwaves cannot go through metal, so the inside of the appliance is lined with metal. The door is lined with a fine metal mesh which stops microwaves getting through. Cleaning: Avoid using scouring pads, steel wool or other abrasives. Warm soapy water and a sponge should get rid of all moisture and food spillages. | How to get the best cooking resultsReheat With five microwave power levels to choose from, you can ensure all your food is cooked or re-heated to the optimum temperature. Auto-Defrost This microwave has automatic defrost settings, all you have to do is input the weight of the food and the microwave selects the ideal defrost time. Auto Cook Menus The RHMM701 also features pre-programmed auto cook menus such as pizza, fish and popcorn, allowing you to cook all your favourite food at the push of a button. | Avoiding MishapsTo avoid any microwave mishaps it is recommended to take extra care with the following: Low moisture foods (eg. cereals, bagels, dried pasta, pulses and chocolate) – These must be cooked on a low power level for a very short length of time, or preferably not at all. 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. Foods with a membrane or outer skin (eg. fruits, sausages, potatoes) – Food with a sealed or none porous skin must be pierced to allow pressure and steam to escape |
| Weight: | 11.8 kg |
| Dimensions: | 25.6 x 45.1 x 32.6 cm; 11.8 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Russell Hobbs |
| Model: | RHMM701C |
| Colour: | Cream |
| Colour: | Cream |
Value basic microwave
Does what it says ,good value for money .Looks more expensive than it is , fits into kitchen decro
Value basic microwave
Does what it says ,good value for money .Looks more expensive than it is , fits into kitchen decro
Fantastic
Such a great looking Microwave, nice sleek design and good size. It powerful and easy to use.
Also really easy to clean and wipe down. Like that the vents are at the back so can make use of the space above.
Fantastic
Such a great looking Microwave, nice sleek design and good size. It powerful and easy to use.
Also really easy to clean and wipe down. Like that the vents are at the back so can make use of the space above.
Fantastic
Such a great looking Microwave, nice sleek design and good size. It powerful and easy to use.
Also really easy to clean and wipe down. Like that the vents are at the back so can make use of the space above.
Good value
Just what I needed a basic microwave but never thought to check if it has a light and it doesn’
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Great smaller microwave.
I would have preferred the first 5min timer was further apart as sometimes difficult to set 1 or 2. minutes. But other than that it’s great.
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Smart, and a great colour!
Russell Hobbs is a good brand name. Tough and Reliable.
Regularly clean with a jug of water and a dash of vinegar, allow to steam for two/three minutes, then wipe with a paper towel. This keeps the appliance in tip-top condition, and it’s more hygienic!
Microwave
Did what it said on the box, inexpensive an easy to use.
Small and compac
Takes a little longer to heat stuff but then it’s only 700 watts . But it’s ideal .
very good
Very good easy to use microwave, just what I required.
Compact microwave
Very pleased with the appliance lovely size easy to use and keep clean. Delivery was very good
Looks really good and so easy to use...
I am really pleased with this….just what i wanted
Great buy
So far so good. Seems a little over zeleaous with the cooking, spuds cook very quickly… but I like it. It looks great, door is a little feable but i guess its cheap and cheerful. I would buy again though.
Not too good with jacket potatoes
For some reason it causes a burning smell and burn marks on the base of a jacket potatoes when on medium heat and top of the potato was still uncooked – had to clean it with bicarbonate soda to get rid of the smell. Thought it was a well known make and should have been ok – never had a problem in the past with old microwave.
Russell hobs RHMM701S microwave
I purchased this Russell hobs microwave for a surprise for my girlfriend as her previous one was showing it’s age? Twenty years old and of a different manufacturer? So far she has been using her new microwave nearly everyday for the past few weeks and has had no issues or indeed problems. It’s a basic model which is really easy to use and she finds it great to reheat various homemade meals from her freezer. The real test I feel will be over the festive season when it really does show it’s worth while purchase.
Shiny New Microwave-unpeelable label!
We haven’t used this yet, as we’re still looking for the right location in our kitchen. This microwave has side vents and our previous unit had top vents. We are currently very frustrated by the unpeelability of the label stuck on the front. You would expect a readily peelable one, so you don’t scratch the beautiful shiny new front. Sadly not. We will live with the half peeled label, until we hear back from Russell Hobbs about how they recommend we get it off!
Style
Received well packed, clear operation book, easy dials, quality finish, modern look.
Ideal
It’s a microwave that microwaves, ideal for what we need and easy to use, clean and the price was good, couldn’t ask for more
I like red appliance. It fits very well on work top
I like your product easy to use and wipe clean .colour fits well with my other red items.
Just what I wanted
I really like this little microwave, the colour is lovely, the design is retro modern like KitchenAid but on a budget, really easy to use with one dial for time and one dial for power, no faffing about with presets and buttons. Love it.
Stylish and economical
Looks good works well, reasonably quiet, what more could you want.
Whats to crave??? A Russell Hobbs Microwave !!!
Its very compact,no lights or lit up clock thus saving electricity to and very simple to use.Well done Russell and Hobbs.
I will update this review if anything changes and I run into problems with my retro cream R&H microwave. However, for now it looks great and runs perfectly. For someone who has poor eyesight and arthritis in fingers, the twist dials for the power settings and timer are a great relief in this digital world where everything requires finger dexterity and finding your glasses before you can operate anything!
The size is perfect for my small kitchen, I would not have fit a larger model in.
The only thing I will say as a heads up is to check you have the head clearance (30 cm) and side clearance (7cm) when the microwave is in situ or like I do, just slide it out a bit from under the overhead cabinets before using. Like any operating machinery, not following these instructions could compromise the function or damage the microwave- it has vents on the side which need the 7cm clearance and can get hand warm on top, so needs head clearance to prevent overheating.
It makes a normal loud microwave hum but if it starts making an unusual noise or accumulating an excessive amount of steam, I would stop using it immediately but, early days, so far it is a great and attractive addition to my kitchen, matching my R&H toaster as well as my retro cream and chrome kettle (of another brand).
great easy to use
great easy to use not to big, looks the part super price fast post could not as for more and a great name you can trus
Bought this as a kitchen set , the colours don’t match
Bought this as a kitchen set , the colours don’t match with the toaster and kettle, we are highend holiday cottage , I went out and bought another set from the Range
Russell Hobbs microwave
Great value for money microwave oven very happy with my purchase
Microwave seems okay.
My eyesight was poor, when I first used it. I need someone to say temperature is botton dial, time is top dial. Usually, microwaves are opposite way around. It works brilliantly, on med high, I’ve found.
Item is worth considering.
For a simple microwave this is a great buy
For a simple microwave this is a great buy, it is what it is, it arrived in good condition with no issues and does the purpose it says, my only gripe would be that there is no light when you’re opening the door which is sometimes useful to see where any parts are that need cleaning, but it’s a simple microwave so what do you expect, it’s working well and I’m happy with the value for money it’s probably one of the better one to go fo
Value for money
Perfect fit for my 69 plate Volvo FH passenger side top locker really pleased with i
Very pleased with this microwave and so easy to use 👍🏼 as I didn’t want anything complicated!!
Easy to use
Easy to clean
All round good microwave and love the colour (cream) as it goes with my kitchen
Five Stars from me
mums purchase
bought this for my mum as she wanted red to match her kitchen and ease of use product as she’s not very tech. ideal for her small and compact and uses to heat up only she loves i
Easy to use
Bought for its simplicity, why do you need all the fancy gadgets when all you want is to heat a product. 2nd time purchase, first one lasted 2years and inside rusted from condensation.
Very good value for money love i
I love my new mircrowave love the colour it’s so easy to use love i
Good value
Neat microwave. Just fits a standard dinner plate inside.
Easy to understand dials.
Easy to use
Brought for my dad so didn’t want anything too technical. This is perfect.
Great microwave
Fantastic. Have to cook things a minute linger than stated on most things due to the size and power. But that’s fine. Looks stylish with an air of vintage. Worth the money!
Recommended
Great value for money, looks good and a great addition to my kitchen, recommended
So easy to use
It is easy to use and it’s easy to clean and it goes well in my kitchen, it’s good value for your money and it’s a compact size it’s ok for 2 people and one perso
Looks great in my kitche
Bought for the colour to match other items in my kitchen. Easy to use as there’s not many features. I haven’t actually had to clean it yet but I don’t think it’s going to be a problem!!! Quite pricey for a basic microwave but it was the colour I wanted.
Perfect compact microwave
Perfect microwave.
I wanted something that wouldn’t take up too much space in the kitche
Value for money
We purchased this item along with the kettle and the toaster as the full set they are grea
Does the job and looks grea
Very happy with this purchase.
Slightly smaller than my previous microwave, which is actually better for me as it takes up less space on the side!
Have had for about 2-3 weeks now, and touch wood — no issues. So would happily purchase again.
The colour also matches well with the seperate Russell Hobbs toaster i purchased.
Looks really nice
Just the right size for my family.. had a massive one before and it tuck over my workspace and I wanted one that looks nice but small enough and this does the job
Looks good and works well.
Brought this for my mother 4 months ago looks great and very easy to use, now program setting just to dials could not be easier. I already had on myself 3years old now just love the simple way it operates, anyone can use it.
So far so good
Very pleased with the quality and price of this produc
A super smart little microwave.
This is the second Russell Hobbs Microwave.
Always have been very happy with it.
Marvellous inventio
No more heating my food up in the sun anymore, now I have this wonderful creation.
You put your food in, turn the dial and wait till it goes “DING” Hey presto your food is hot.
Two dials, goes 'ding'.
Simple controls, good colour. Absolutely no annoying beeps, unnecessary complexity or flashing digital displays. What more could you want from a microwave?
Compact, easy to use, basic microwave
Easy to use, basic microwave. Nicely compact and fits into a small space. Nice looking finish with an easy grip handle that I really like. Only had it a few weeks, but appears to be a quality product.
Good simple to use microwave ove
It does exactly what a good microwave should do, very pleased with it.
Great value for money great sleek desig
Absolutely gorgeous design bought as a set with toaster and kettle we love it highly recommend i
Cant beat buying a good reliable brand !
Just using this for 5 minutes I realised just how rubbish my other one was I returned that I bought from a well known supermarket, This it’s expensive looking easy to use well worth every penny can’t beat relying on such a good brand , will now replace my other appliances with Russell hobb , will never buy cheap brands again.
Russell Hobbs 17 litre, 700watt, black microwave, excelle
Like microwave very much. Compact, dials easy to read but note it is only 700 watts. This is more than enough for my usage. Use for baked potatoes, ready meals, breakfast porridge.
Does the job and looks good
Very pleased with this microwave so easy to use and clean. No complicated digital knobs to set. Does the job and looks good.
Looks great with all my matching cream goods x
Its a really good microwave the only downside to it is the cord is a little shorter than i would of liked but besides that its great.x
Fit for purpose
Perfect replacement for a Hotpoint that decided to blow up and catch fire one month out of warranty.
I have a few Russell Hobbs pieces so this fits right in. Specs are basic 700 watts and 17L with 24.5cm glass turntable. Outside dimensions are the same as most compact 17 Litre microwave oven.
Let’s hope it lasts longer than the 2yr one month predecessor. One issue I have is that you cant see what you are cooking. Yes there is an interior light, but the door glass/plastic is tinted like a mirror so have no idea if food is boiling over etc.
Russell Hobbs Retro Microwave
Old microwave packed up and looked for a replacement. Saw the Russell Hobbs which was exactly what I wanted – Retro cream, 2 dials only and not digital – everything matched with my new kitchen doors, including my RH cream kettle. Did not want dozens of push buttons with numerous digital settings and this model for me was perfect. Also good value for money. Would highly recommend.
Quick delivery and easy to use
he delivery was quick, it is easy to use, not too heavy, but sturdy enough, Exactly what we need
Great little produc
This is a lovely little microwave. Looks smart, good value, quality cooking and easy to use. Would happily recommend it. A++
Works well - Functional microwave
I am really happy with this product it does exactly what it says. It is a bit smaller than my last microwave but it fits a dinnerplate in just. it looks exactly like it does in the pictures. I have seen the negative reviews. I have had no issue with this but then I have had it less than a yea
Grea
Was delivered a day earlier than planned :-))) it looks good and does the job . Great value for money there. Easy to use ( staff canteen ) for everyone .
Grea
Lovely stylish microwave with matching items in this range. Very easy to use and not too big. 5*
Nice looking microwave
Exactly what I was looking for. Arrived very quickly. Easy to use, looks really nice in my kitchen. Dials and door feel sturdy. Very good value for money
Very smart, and it works well.
Nothing really to dislike. It’s very smart & works very well.
JUST ONE POINT, IT SAYS IN THE MANUAL THAT THERE’S A LIGHT INSIDE, BUT ACTUALLY THERE ISN’T, ??.
It’s no big deal about the internal light anyway.
Kindest Regards
JUST LIKE TO ADD AN UPDATE, THE LIGHT IS WORKING FINE NOW. ( 08/08/2020 )
KINDEST REGARDS.
Simply works
I replaced my old microwave that had LEDs, a dial, push buttons and many programs and used to beep annoyingly every five seconds after it finished. I now have a microwave that has two dials, one of which is left set at full power and the other controls the timer and is the only one I need to use. When it’s finished it goes BING once, very loudly, and that’s it. Highly recommended!
Good quality
Nice looking microwave as you’d expect from Russell Hobbs. I bought it to replace a microwave that was about 3 times the size of this one. I hadn’t realised how much room the other one took up on my worktop. The colour blends in nicely with everything else in my kitchen. Works as you would expect. Happy with the price also
Ideal for a small kitche
Excellent basic simple to operate machine especially for a single person with limited kitchen space. No frills but serves up simple cooked food with no problems.
Stylish and compact additio
I like this microwave as a whole, although if I am honest I do miss the digital timer for things you want to warm up under a minute as you kind of have to guess with the dial for timers under 1 minute. Nice modern finish and compact size makes this a good edition to any kitchen.
Decent basic microwave, would recommend
This microwave is very easy to use since it literally is just two dials on the front. No screen or digital components which could sometimes be confusing. Very easy to clean, just a standard microwave really. Would definitely recommend.
Microwave
This is, by far, the simplest microwave I have ever used. It really looks the part, matching other cream items I have in my kitchen. I most certainly have no hesitation in recommending this item.
Ideal for the elderly
My mum’s microwave apparently went bang! She had a massive panic, I just ordered a replacement. This is spot on as she gets confused and worries if items are just too clever! Manual settings are spot on for her and all has returned to calm.
Looks great in our kitchen.
Got this to replace our old faulty microwave. It had to be red as we have a red toaster & kettle. And the chrome handle on the door just made this microwave look the part also impressed with the price considering it’s from Russell & Hobbs!
Looks great in our kitchen.
Got this to replace our old faulty microwave. It had to be red as we have a red toaster & kettle. And the chrome handle on the door just made this microwave look the part also impressed with the price considering it’s from Russell & Hobbs!
Ted Microwave
Nice easy to use. The only down side is there is no release catch for the door it’s a matter of pulling the door. My old microwave had a little button which released the door but all in all J like this microwave
Great Microwave
Brilliant microwave with a lovely red finish. It’s great quality and looks far more expensive than it was. Very easy to use and has done me well so far!
A good buy but shame about the difficult to remove sticker on the fro
No digital push buttons so easy to use. Ours arrived with a sticker in a prominent place advising if we wanted to use for less than 2 minutes, turn the dial above 2 minutes and reverse. Unfortunately this sticker was extremely difficult to remove and when doing so turned this prominent area dull whilst the rest was an excellent shiny black.
Love the retro look.
Great product. I love the retro look and simple operation. Also love the compact size. It was good value and doesn’t take up too much space on the counter.
Simple to use
Bought for an elderly relative, just needed something simple and easy to use. This fits the bill perfectly with one dial for time setting and one dial for power setting.
Simple to use
Bought for an elderly relative, just needed something simple and easy to use. This fits the bill perfectly with one dial for time setting and one dial for power setting.
Dials are best for my mother in law
Bought this for my elderly mother in law as it has ‘retro’ dials and is easy for her to use. She seems unable to use push button devices so this is ideal for her. Looks good in her worktop. Very neat size too
Dials are best for my mother in law
Bought this for my elderly mother in law as it has ‘retro’ dials and is easy for her to use. She seems unable to use push button devices so this is ideal for her. Looks good in her worktop. Very neat size too
My mum love this I bought her, she said it’s so stylish the right colour she was looking for. The build quality is as you would expect at this price range. They are not built to last long anymore unless you paid a lot more than this. This is just a nice little microwave for warming food up nothing special and as long as you clean and dry it out after every uses it should not rust for quite a while. Anyway my mum loves it so I am happy.
Great basic microwave, good value for money 👍
Great basic microwave, good value for money, vdoes exactly what you’d expect it to. The only improvement I’d suggest is having the internal light come on when you open the door. The light goes on while cooking but on just with the door open which makes cleaning it properly slightly more difficult.
Great value for money
Interestingly you supplied a BLACK MODEL instead of the cream which I ordered!!! We didn’t notice until the delivery man had left, but because it fitted in with our dcor there was need to complain. Obviously more up to date than the model we had had for many years. Like everything else it is fine when you get used to using it. hank you for quick response to my request.
Great value for money
Interestingly you supplied a BLACK MODEL instead of the cream which I ordered!!! We didn’t notice until the delivery man had left, but because it fitted in with our dcor there was need to complain. Obviously more up to date than the model we had had for many years. Like everything else it is fine when you get used to using it. hank you for quick response to my request.
Retro Microwave
I was a little sceptical about ordering this microwave after reading the negative comments.
The images provided on Amazon for the microwave are the exact same as what the microwave looks like when it arrives, it looks really nice in my kitchen and works well.
I would most defintiley recommend this.
Nice colou
Bought this microwave to replace my old one. I like the colour to match my other kitchen appliances. The timer not digital, so if you want to heat under one minute (for example, 10 seconds) , you have to count by yourself. Except this, I quite like it.
Fabulous looking, good working microwave, had 2 years, not used too often maybe a few times a week, last few weeks noticed food has taken a lot longer to heat or been excessively hot in a few minutes, after putting my 18 month olds soup in microwave in microwaveable bowl after 10 seconds or so it just started sparking bright yellow inside microwave then a huge bang…..black smoke started bellowing out.
Very dangerous as both me and my 18 month old daughter were only a meter away.
Gutted this had happed!!!
No issues till this happened.
here are no instruction with the cooke
i will use it post operatively in bedroom after having three major shoulder ops 2 on one side and three the other side
there are no timing guidelines or temperature advice or cooking recipes until i receive these i can not safely use it all searches have proved fruitless
here are no instruction with the cooke
i will use it post operatively in bedroom after having three major shoulder ops 2 on one side and three the other side
there are no timing guidelines or temperature advice or cooking recipes until i receive these i can not safely use it all searches have proved fruitless
Highly recommend.
Recently moved house and forgot to bring my microwave from my old house. Been without one for about 4 months but found we were wasting money on food we would throw away that we would of had as left overs when we had a microwave so bought this one. Brillant price and looks smart too.
Highly recommend.
Recently moved house and forgot to bring my microwave from my old house. Been without one for about 4 months but found we were wasting money on food we would throw away that we would of had as left overs when we had a microwave so bought this one. Brillant price and looks smart too.
Microwave has gone rusty
The issue that I have experienced was: The interior has gone rusty under the plate and pock marked with rust on the sides.
Russell Hobbs RHMM701R 17L Manual 700w Solo Microwave Red
It occurred on: 24/10/2019
This meant that I have no alternative microwave
I would like a refund.
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I wanted a small microwave and that’s what this is. It was relatively cheap and you get what you pay for. The timer is not precise under 2 minutes as it’s a dial which has to be turned past 2 mins to activate and then turned back to less than 2 mins. This is awkward if less than 2 mins is really needed. Otherwise it does the job. I only wanted it for warming ready meals through and that’s fine. My attempts at poached eggs as described in the recipe leaflet were disastrous but very funny. Won’t be trying that again. Overall, good value for the money; basic and easy to use.