Russell Hobbs RHMM701S 17 Litre 700 W Silver Solo Manual Microwave with 5 Power Levels, Ringer & Timer, Defrost Setting, Easy Clean [Energy Class D]


When the cooking cycle has finished the microwave has a handy ringer function that will sound to alert you. And that’s it! Cooking has never been so easy.

With the RHMM701 you can tailor cooking to suit your recipe using the 5 power levels available for selection. For added functionality, there’s also an essential defrost setting, saving you time so that you can cook meals straight from the freezer.

Easy to clean, simply wipe with a damp cloth to maintain excellent performance. Choose the RHMM701 for the ultimate in microwave cooking convenience.



Weight: 12.1 kg
Dimensions: 32.6 x 45.1 x 25.6 cm; 12.06 Kilograms
Brand: Russell Hobbs
Part: RHMM701S
Colour: Silver
Batteries Required: No
Batteries Included: No
Colour: Silver
Dimensions: 32.6 x 45.1 x 25.6 cm; 12.06 Kilograms

118 Responses

  1. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersA good value, simple to use microwave that looks great in my kitche

  2. JQZJudithmmmkal says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersI bought this for 4 reasons: It was analogue and simple, it was affordable; it was by a good manufacturer and it looked nice. To my great pleasure I’ve found this to be a very well made and solid machine and very easy to use and really reliable. Highly recommended – there is a lot of badly made and overpriced rubbish out there, this is the complete opposite!

  3. Tanaya Tak says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    It was a house warming gift for my daughter and partner! They thoroughly loved it!

  4. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 3 From Our UsersGreat if you want a basic microwave, which I did. It fit the bill perfectly.

  5. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Was bought for a gift for my friend, she is totally happy with it.

  6. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Great to use as an emergency
    Fine for 1 or 2 people
    Not for more

  7. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersBought for a relative who was after a basic function microwave – serves its purpose well and looks smart although the fittings do look quite plasticky – would look better if chrome but presumably it would cost more!

  8. TracyGerard says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Nice looking microwave love how easy it is to use only draw back is you cant see whats inside as the light isnt good

  9. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersThere are three things I found irritating.
    1. There are no seconds on the dial, so have to guess when it’s ready if in, say, for 3 1/2 mins.
    2. No light when it’s operating.
    3. There is no clock
    Too basic a machine for me, but too late to return it. However, it will be fine for some people’s needs.

  10. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    easy to use. good for a couple or small family

  11. KendraOShanassy says:

     United Kingdom

    I needed a microwave but didn’t want to spend a lot, and it worth it a lot for that price! You don’t need to spend more money.

  12. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Looks fab in my kitchen! Love the colour and it’s ease of use!

  13. ManualChinKaw says:

     United Kingdom

    Excellent product, very cost effective, if Amazon keep their prices modest! Every home should have one, especially for people who simply want to heat and go! One simple setting and PING!

  14. notmyyearoff says:

     United Kingdom

    Like every thing about it. Easy to use and clea

  15. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Like every thing about it. Easy to use and clea

  16. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    The informed me that is very good and they are very pleased

  17. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    The item was value for money, very easy to clean.

  18. GerardoZLP says:

     United Kingdom

    This product is very simple to use, and is ideal for someone who uses a microwave for heating up only.
    Looks very smart – a very nice design.

  19. VictoriMcclinto says:

     United Kingdom

    Mostly use it to re-heat stews and soups, works fine, easy to use.

  20. NanMccoyjzlwq says:

     United Kingdom

    he product is fine but cannot register because you do not have rhmm 701r on the registration form

  21. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    This is a great microwave and definitely value for money. My only dislike is that there is no light inside.. but it’s not the end of the world lol

  22. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  23. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  24. LaVonne says:

     United Kingdom

    Just what I needed a basic microwave but never thought to check if it has a light and it doesn’

  25. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  26. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  27. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  28. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  29. StephaiRene says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  30. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Nice Microwave oven. Very simple to use and just the size I needed.

  31. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Did what it said on the box, inexpensive an easy to use.

  32. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    It’s exactly what I wanted, and looks good to boot!

  33. RoseannC64 says:

     United Kingdom

    No timers or unusual cooking procedures just turn the knob and cook on what you need basic microwave all that’s needed

  34. BeulahKnudson says:

     United Kingdom

    I bought this for my dad who is late 70s, he needed something very easy to use. He says its the best microwave he’s had!

  35. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Very good easy to use microwave, just what I required.

  36. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  37. Christine McKee says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  38. ScarlettHudspet says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  39. [email protected] Leigh Raines says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  40. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  41. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Required to warm dishes up while having kitchen replaced when oven etc. out of service. Great little microwave. Easy to use and clean and very compact. Now use it alongside our larger microwave.

  42. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Heating food and drink and cooking is a pleasure in your Christmassy looking microwave

  43. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  44. DillonNTSC says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

    Shiny New Microwave-unpeelable label!

  45. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  46. IsabelCottrell says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  47. TrudyFriday says:

     United Kingdom

    Looks good works well, reasonably quiet, what more could you want.

  48. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    This worked really well on our 2 week road trip. Powerful enough to do what we needed without any issues of tripping the power (UK sites). Fits a full size plate.

  49. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 7 From Our UsersI 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).

  50. Carrie Mihalcik says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 7 From Our UsersI 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).

  51. MarinaJ75v says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersI 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).

  52. Jeff the ALDI Shopper says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersI 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).

  53. EzequieWeissmul says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 6 From Our UsersI 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).

  54. Melvin2357 says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 5 From Our UsersI 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).

  55. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  56. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  57. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  58. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  59. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  60. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  61. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  62. AthenaBrumbaugh says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  63. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  64. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    We like this microwave but it has one small drawback ,the door glass is tinted black and you cannot see how the item is doing in the oven.

  65. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Bought this for my 87 yr old Mum , its dead easy to use , no frills , two dials one for power setting the other for time – what more do you want from a simple microwave.

  66. Tina Butler says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  67. Katie Hale says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    The microwave arrived damaged as seen in the picture attached.

    Damaged on arrival

  68. RaymondReinke says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  69. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  70. CarolYMNlsl says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  71. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    It does what it says on the tin. I’ve been using it for over a year. It’s a nice colour red too.

  72. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Perfect for my elderly parent who wanted simple usable easy device. Good price.

  73. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  74. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Great product and looks great ,would like the light to stay on when you open door.

  75. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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 really nice

  76. MattieRomano says:

     United Kingdom

    First microwave arrived had a few problems with that amazon guy was amazing I spoke to arranged uplift and replacement in 2 days ! Microwave currently working well

  77. Linda Ringquist says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  78. Max Bakewell says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  79. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  80. LionelDonley says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  81. AlexandriaBlyth says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  82. RoxannaYijwhgp says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  83. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  84. DemetriaTUJ says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  85. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  86. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  87. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  88. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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!

  89. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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

  90. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  91. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    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.

  92. Deloris80C says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersMy 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.

  93. David Gewirtz says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

  94. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 9 From Our UsersFabulous 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.

  95. DanialBrobst says:

     United Kingdom

    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.

    I look forward to your prompt response on this matter. As recommended by Trading Standards, I would like to keep a complete record of my case, so please reply to this email address.

  96. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    Golden Review Award: 5 From Our UsersThis is a very nice microwave and the style of it is super retro and cool. The main thing I do not like is the fact that there is no light inside and you can’t see inside while it’s operating. Every American spec microwave I’ve ever had, even cheap ones, have this feature so I am not sure if it’s intentional. This can be a problem because you can’t monitor your food in case it starts overflowing. Also, I noticed that a lot of moisture collects inside of the microwave, which is probably why many are getting rust inside of the unit. Leave the door open after cooking for a few minutes to prevent this.

  97. CasimiraKilpatr says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 37 From Our UsersI 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.

  98. ReneePorteous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 18 From Our UsersThis was a present for an 86 year old lady. She loves it and finds it so easy to use.

  99. Fleta29Mmqe says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 2 From Our UsersI’m newish to using Microwaves so have very little to compare with however I am very happy with this one. Looks wise it combines the retro feel with a nice modern mirror glass door and the cream looks great in my kitchen where I have cream cupboards. It has a 25cm glass plate but can easily take my 26.5cm large denby dinner plants. It has a 1 metre cable (length of cable not plug ends) which is situated at top right. It came very well double packed in Russel Hobbs box and outer cardboard box. There was a large booklet with it re advise on using but only a very small leaflet of recipes – the same information as on website. Overall you need to allow 33cm from front to back (this is from the very back to the very front of the handle) and the leaflet advises to have 7cm behind that for circulation. The width is 44cm and the height 25cm. All different to shown on website. It also works very efficiently. The one small point I would make is that it does appear to produce a lot of condensation – more than one’s I’ve had in the past so reading the other feedback you must be careful to wipe out after to avoid rust. Overall a good buy.

  100. Anonymous says:

     United Kingdom

    Golden Review Award: 23 From Our Usersbought for my mom.lovely machine ,great colour and mirror finished door ,good value