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Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Suction power (AW):135.7 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2.5 LWeight:3.8 kg

Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

80%

5.9

Technical Score

20%

8.6

User score

▼Worse than 76% of vacuum-cleaners
5.9

Technical Score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

28%

5.9

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

9.3

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

6.3

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▼Worse than 92% of vacuum-cleaners
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on 856 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 85% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 Atlas2 is a compact, bagless corded cylinder vacuum cleaner powered by a 700W high-efficiency motor with a 135.7 air watt suction capability. It features a spacious 2.5-litre dust capacity, an 80cm extendable telescopic tube, a 1.5m hose, and a 5m power cord that provides an overall 8m cleaning radius. Key advantages include its lightweight 3.8kg frame for easy maneuverability, an anti-allergen Triple Dust-Lock Filtration system with a HEPA filter that traps 99.5% of particles, and a versatile 3-in-1 multi-tool for upholstery and tight crevices. However, some users have noted that the 5m power cord is relatively short for cleaning larger spaces without changing sockets, and the unit generates a somewhat loud noise level of 79 dB during operation.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Russell Hobbs RHCV3101

Technical Score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

28%

5.9

Performance

22%

3.5

Battery

18%

9.3

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

6.3

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

5.9
Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a technical score of 5.9 points, which is lower than 92.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on 856 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.6
Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a user score of 8.63 points, which is higher than 84.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Popularity:
Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a popularity score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 74.3% of vacuum cleaners.
8.2
Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a popularity score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 74.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
135.7 AW
Suction power (AW)
135.7 AW
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 135.7 AW, which is lower than that of 61% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
15.91 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
15.91 kPa
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 15.91 kPa, which is lower than that of 74.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
700 W
Power consumption
700 W
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 700 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa 12
Filter class
hepa 12
▲ Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 12, which is more advanced than the class used by 74.4% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 5% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.97% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
2.5 L
Capacity
2.5 L
▲ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2.5 L, which is larger than that of 76% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
▼ Worse than 72% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
3.8 kg
Weight
3.8 kg
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.8 kg, which is greater than the weight of 52.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
▼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 12
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
    hepa 12 vs hepa
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 1.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.5 L
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 L vs 1 L).
    2.5 L vs 1 L
  • 730 mm shorter body
    Height
    370 mm
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (370 mm vs 1100 mm).
    370 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 15 mm narrower body
    Width
    250 mm
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 265 mm).
    250 mm vs 265 mm
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • 7.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.63 vs 8.000).
    8.63 vs 8
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • 7.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.63 vs 8.000).
    8.63 vs 8
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 12
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
    hepa 12 vs hepa
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 1.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.5 L
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.5 L vs 1 L).
    2.5 L vs 1 L
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 730 mm shorter body
    Height
    370 mm
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (370 mm vs 1100 mm).
    370 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 15 mm narrower body
    Width
    250 mm
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 265 mm).
    250 mm vs 265 mm
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 4.09 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    15.91 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (15.9 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    15.91 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 1.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5 m vs 6.5 m
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    77.5-79 dB
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (77.5-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    77.5-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 14.3 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    135.7 AW
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (135.7 AW vs 150 AW).
    135.7 AW vs 150 AW
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 2.2% worse value for money
    Russell Hobbs RHCV3101 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.49 vs 7.6).
    7.49 vs 7.65
  • 4.09 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    15.91 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (15.9 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    15.91 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    77.5-79 dB
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (77.5-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    77.5-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 14.3 AW lower suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    135.7 AW
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (135.7 AW vs 150 AW).
    135.7 AW vs 150 AW
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 1.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5 m
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5 m vs 6.5 m).
    5 m vs 6.5 m
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 856 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Russell Hobbs RHCV3101?

  • Lightweight and easy to carry from room to room.
  • Very good value for money.
  • Strong suction performance on a mix of surfaces including carpets and laminate.
  • Easy to empty, with a roomy 2.5-liter dust container.
  • Compact design that suits small apartments and is easy to store.
  • Quieter than many other canister vacuums in the same price class.

What customers dislike about Russell Hobbs RHCV3101?

  • The 5-meter power cord may feel short in larger rooms.
  • A few users reported long-term durability issues with the plastic parts and accessories.
  • Some buyers noticed suction performance dropping over time if the filters were not washed regularly.

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