Haden vs Russell Hobbs Microwaves

Haden and Russell Hobbs overlap closely on price. Haden's 210487 17L 700W model costs £44, and its 195579 20L 800W stainless steel model £74. Russell Hobbs sits between £79 and £89.99, with the RHM2076S 20l 800W solo in silver at £79, the RHMM701B-N 17l 700W Colours Plus manual in black at £79.99, the RHM2027 20l 800W manual in white at £79.99 and the RHM2076B 20l 800W solo in black at £89.99. Haden's 199102 25L 900W combi at £129 is the only model above that band.

Russell Hobbs builds its range around the 800W solo cavity, with 20-litre models that offer straightforward operation. Its guide cites 700 to 900W power and capacities from 17L to 25L, and it describes a British brand with heritage dating to 1952. Haden offers more variety: the 199102 is a 25L 900W combi that bakes and browns, and the 199003 offers six power levels and a dial control. Haden's guide says the 17L and 20L models are compact, but its entry models have basic features. The Russell Hobbs models here are titled manual, so they have no auto menus.

Haden suits people who want a combi that bakes and browns at a budget price, and anyone who wants a microwave that matches Haden kettles and toasters. Russell Hobbs suits people who want a plain, dependable 20-litre solo microwave for reheating, with UK-based customer service and warranty support. Buyers should expect simple controls on these manual models. Those who need the largest capacity will find Haden's 25L combi a better fit.

Bottom line: choose Haden if you want a combi that bakes and browns at a budget price, and choose Russell Hobbs if you want a 20-litre 800W solo microwave for everyday reheating from a UK brand with local support.