Russell Hobbs RHFH1006B 1500W PTC Ceramic Space Heater (Black) – Portable with Adjustable Thermostat
Product description
The essentials
If you want a straightforward way to take the chill off a room, the Russell Hobbs RHFH1006B is a portable electric space heater built around simple control and day-to-day safety. It offers two heat settings (750W low and 1500W high) and uses a PTC ceramic approach, which should appeal if you’re after responsive warmth rather than a complicated heating system.
On paper, it’s sized for smaller spaces up to around 15 m², making it a practical pick for a home office, bedroom, or the kind of room you only need to warm while you’re actually using it. It’s also designed to be moved around thanks to a lightweight build and an integrated handle.
That “moving it” part matters, because most people don’t heat their entire home evenly during winter—they heat what they’re in. This heater is clearly aimed at that use case, but it may feel underpowered if you’re trying to shift the warmth across larger, draughty spaces.
Key takeaways
Two heat levels give you flexibility between gentle warming and quicker heat-up when the weather turns. The adjustable thermostat helps you aim for a more comfortable setting rather than running at full power all the time.
Safety is a big part of the pitch here: it includes overheat protection and tip-over protection, so it should automatically switch off if it’s knocked over or gets too hot. That’s the sort of feature that can genuinely reduce the “should I leave it on?” worry when you’re using it in a bedroom or home office.
Noise is another point: it’s Quiet Mark approved, which suggests it’s designed to keep disruption low while warming your space. It’s not the same as silence (any fan/air movement can be noticeable), but it’s aimed at being more “liveable” during everyday use.
What you’ll notice day to day
Using a portable heater isn’t just about raw output—it’s about control and usability. With two settings and a thermostat, you can usually dial in something comfortable for evening reading at your desk, or a steadier warmth in the bedroom before sleep.
A concrete example: if your home office feels chilly in the morning, you can start on the higher setting to get comfortable sooner, then drop to the lower setting once the room stabilises. The thermostat is there so you’re not constantly switching modes.
Portability is helped by the integrated handle and a 1.2 m power cord. The unit is also relatively light at 1.35 kg, so moving it between rooms is realistic rather than a chore.
Where it shines (and where it can fall short)
This heater makes sense if you want localised warmth for a room around 15 m², and you like the idea of an adjustable thermostat with overheat and tip-over protection. The Quiet Mark approval is also a sensible detail if you work from home, study, or just don’t want your heating to become part of the background noise.
However, it’s not the best choice if you’re expecting it to heat a larger area, an open-plan space, or multiple rooms at once. Space heaters like this tend to be more effective when you treat them as “task and zone heating”, not as a whole-home solution.
Tech specs
- Name: Russell Hobbs RHFH1006B Electric Heater
- Type: Portable upright electric space heater
- Heat output: 1500W maximum (750W low / 1500W high)
- Room size: suitable for rooms up to 15 m²
- Power cord length: 1.2 m
- Dimensions: (H)25.5 x (W)20 x (D)14.5 cm
- Weight: 1.35 kg
- Safety: overheat protection and tip-over protection
Care and practical checks before buying
Before you commit, it’s worth checking your setup: you’ll need a usable plug socket within reach of the 1.2 m cord, and you’ll probably want to place the heater somewhere stable and not right in the path of foot traffic.
Also consider whether the 15 m² guidance matches your space. If your room is particularly draughty or unusually large, you may end up running on high more often than you’d hoped.
Finally, look at guarantee coverage. This model includes a 2 year guarantee: a free one year manufacturer guarantee is provided, and an additional second year is available upon registering the product.
Is it worth it?
It’s worth buying the Russell Hobbs RHFH1006B if you want a portable electric heater for a smaller room (up to around 15 m²), you value thermostat control, and you’d like extra reassurance from overheat and tip-over protection. The Quiet Mark approval is a useful bonus if you plan to run it in a bedroom, home office, or any space where you’d rather not be bothered.
You may want to skip it if your goal is to warm a larger area, you need whole-home heating, or you’re sensitive to the idea of a fan-based heater even when it’s designed to be quieter.
Mini FAQ
FAQ
How many heat settings does it have?
It has two heat settings: 750W (low) and 1500W (high).
Is it suitable for small rooms?
It’s described as suitable for rooms up to 15 m², so it’s best for smaller, localised heating.
Does it switch off if tipped over?
Yes, it includes tip-over protection and overheat protection, designed to automatically switch the heater off if it’s knocked over or gets too hot.
Is it noisy?
It’s Quiet Mark approved, which suggests it’s designed to deliver warmth with minimal noise, although you should still expect some level of sound typical of portable heaters.
What guarantee is included?
There’s a 2 year guarantee in total: a free one year manufacturer guarantee, with a second year available if you register the product.