Russell Hobbs 12693-56 MEMO

Advantages: stylish, easy pick up handle,
Disadvantages: very thin plastic on off switch

...I bought this kettle from one of the biggest electrical retailers, loved the design, hated the price, it was lightweight and easy to handle, as my 81 year old mother has arthritus. After only 3-4 months of use, the on off switch snapped, it is made of very thin plastic with a ring on the end, this matches the ring on the lid. I think Russell Hobbs should be aware that this on off switch is prone to snapping. Please avoid this product at £39.99 it cost my pensioner mother over £10 a month for boiling water. I need some really good glue as I lost the receipt and the shop will not refund or exchange. Beware buy this item and keep your receipt as the chances are you will need it. This is the worst item that I have ever bought.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: easy to fill, looks great
Disadvantages: hot to touch, heavy and short lived

...I have always loved the style of Russell Hobbs small appliances and have the sandwich toaster and toaster in the same style. Howeve I have found you pay the price for style with this product as it is cheaply made with plastic coated chrome in some parts which has peeled off leaving an ugly kettle instead of a stylish one. Mine is also leaking from bottom of handle and the only good place for it is in the bin after only 18 months. Needless to say the warranty has expired. All other kettles including cheap ones have outlasted this lemon. No more Russell Hobbs products for me. Russell Hobbs products always stood for quality but not any more. Dont buy this kettle!!!... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average not helpful

Advantages: fast brewing, and 8 cup capacity
Disadvantages: no hot plate, hard to clean

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Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful