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Russell Hobbs · Coffee machine

Russell Hobbs

Mixed5.5/10

British kettle and small-appliance brand, part of Spectrum Brands' home and personal care unit, which Spectrum plans to separate.

Founded
1952
From
United Kingdom
HQ
Failsworth, Manchester, United Kingdom
Owned by
Spectrum Brands (2010)
Made in
China
www.russellhobbs.com

Coffee machine

Mixed5.5/10Budget

Russell Hobbs coffee makers are basic, low-cost machines. The drip models are fine for convenience, but reviewers find the espresso machines weak for the money. Better brands exist for espresso.

Good at

  • Cheap, simple drip filter machines
  • Good-looking Distinctions espresso machine

Weak at

  • Espresso machines lack temperature control
  • Owners find coffee not hot enough
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
Distinctions espressoBuckinghamChester Grind & Brew

Best for: Simple drip coffee on a budget

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Coffee machine brands in Hong Kong

Russell Hobbs isn’t readily sold in Hong Kong for this category.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1BrevilleAustralia9/10ExcellentPremium
2De'LonghiItaly8/10GoodMid-range
3JuraSwitzerland8/10GoodLuxury
4MieleGermany7/10GoodLuxury
5PhilipsNetherlands7/10GoodMid-range
6NespressoSwitzerland7/10GoodMid-range
7SmegItaly6/10MixedPremium

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.