Russell Hobbs RHM2076B
Our verdict · The lowest-cost pick here — a functional digital 20-litre solo for around £70 when budget rules.
Buy it if
You want the lowest price for a functional digital solo microwave for a rental, student flat or second kitchen.
Skip it if
You want inverter evenness, a grill, or long-term premium build quality.
Where to get it
Russell Hobbs RHM2076B
From £70
Indicative price at the time of review.
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The RHM2076B is the budget option, typically around £70 (RRP about £80), and it earns its place by offering more than the very cheapest microwaves: digital controls, five power levels, eight auto-cook menus and an auto-defrost setting, in a 20-litre 800W solo. That feature set for the money is why we include it over pricier basics. The honest trade-off is that build quality and brand backing are not at Panasonic's level, and like the other 800W models it lacks inverter evenness and any grill. For a rental, a student flat or a second kitchen where the priority is a low price and it just needs to work, it is a sensible buy.
The good & the bad
Pros
- Lowest indicative price here at around £70
- Digital controls, five power levels and eight auto-cook menus — unusual at this price
- Auto-defrost setting for everyday convenience
Cons
- Build quality and brand support below the Panasonic models
- Basic 800W solo — no inverter or grill
How it compares
| Pick | WATTB Score | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Panasonic NN-SD27HSBPQ | 90/100 | From £149 (indicative, typically £149–£170) | overall |
| 2.Panasonic NN-CT56JBBPQ | 88/100 | From £225 (indicative, typically £225–£249) | combination microwave |
| 3.Samsung MS23K3513AK | 84/100 | From £99 (indicative) | value all-rounder |
| 4.Panasonic NN-E28JBMBPQ | 81/100 | From £90 (indicative, typically £90–£100 RRP) | compact for small kitchens |
| 5.Russell Hobbs RHM2076BThis pick | 79/100 | From £70 (indicative) | budget |
Key facts
- Best for
- budget
- Typical cost
- From £70 (indicative)
- Type
- Solo (budget)
- Capacity
- 20 litres
- Power
- 800W, 5 power levels
- Controls
- Digital, 8 auto-cook menus
- Defrost
- Auto defrost
Researched by WATTB
- Published
- 14 September 2026
- Updated
- 14 September 2026
- Last verified
- 14 September 2026
- Sources
- 6 sources
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