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Russell Hobbs · Kettle / toaster / small appliances

Russell Hobbs

Good7.5/10

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

Kettle / toaster / small appliances

Good7.5/10Mid-range

Russell Hobbs is the value pick among the recognised kettle and toaster brands, with a huge range from basic to design-led. Reviewers and owners rate it well for the price, though build quality is a step below Breville. Good for everyday households.

Good at

  • Good value kettles and toasters with a stylish look
  • Very wide range, including quiet and fast-boil kettles
  • Strong customer-satisfaction ratings in NZ
  • Easy to find at most mass-market retailers

Weak at

  • Mid-tier build; not made for heavy use
  • Plenty of plastic on cheaper models
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Value
Features
Service & warranty

In New Zealand: Has won Canstar Blue NZ kettle and toaster awards; sold at Noel Leeming, Harvey Norman and Briscoes.

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Best for: Everyday households wanting stylish, dependable kettles and toasters for less

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Kettle / toaster / small appliances brands in New Zealand

Russell Hobbs is #2 of 7, best rated first.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1BrevilleAustralia8/10GoodPremium
2Russell HobbsUnited Kingdom7.5/10GoodMid-range
3SunbeamUnited States7/10GoodMid-range
4De'LonghiItaly7/10GoodPremium
5SmegItaly6.5/10MixedLuxury
6Kmart AnkoAustralia5.5/10MixedBudget
7SheffieldNew Zealand5.5/10MixedBudget

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.