Microwaves

Russell Hobbs RHMO340 review

Russell Hobbs RHMO340

CHOICE Expert Rating

74%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Large door pull, easy to open.
  • Press controls are fairly easy to use and comprehend, may need to refer to the manual initially.
  • Labelling is clear with written functions.
  • Digital display is bright and clear.
  • Audio feedback when using controls.
  • Sealed control panel is easy to wipe over.
  • Preheat indicator grading.
  • Grill rack supplied accommodates high and low grilling.
  • Fairly comprehensive instructions with cooking guides.
  • Yellow hot surface label on top of unit.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Only OK visibility through door.
  • Need to refer to manual for auto cook functions, and codes used for combi functions.
  • Many small holes on the interior can accumulate dirt.
  • Stainless steel interior only OK to wipe over, requires extra attention, may be difficult to remove baked on residue.
  • Difficult to clean around exposed grill element.
  • Some cracks and crevices on the exterior.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
74%
Cooking performance score
78%
Ease of use score
66%
Visibility rating
OK
Cooking vegetables score
80%
Defrosting mince meat score
80%
Defrosting a whole chicken score
90%
Reheating score
49%
Grilling score
85%
High temperature baking score
95%
Combination roasting score
80%
Combination baking pizza
65%

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
Not available
Brand satisfaction score
Not available
Country of origin
China
Warranty (years)
1
Shop Ethical rating
F

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Specifications

Built-in
Number of power levels
5
Microwave wattage (W)
1000
Claimed external dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
32 x 52 x 49
Useable cavity dimensions measured (cm, H x W x D)
22 x 36 x 35
Useable shelf (turntable) diameter (cm)
29
Usable volume (L)
28
Website
russellhobbs.com.au

Cost

Price
$300.00
Annual standby cost (40c/kWh)
$2.99
Annual running costs (40c/kWh)
$18.15

Features

Sensor cook
Sensor reheat
Auto cook
Auto reheat
Adjust time during cooking
Quick boost start
Inverter technology
Delayed start or pre-set cooking
Kitchen timer (standalone)
Multi-stage cooking
Child lock

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