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Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2 LWeight:4.3 kg

Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 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.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

80%

6.2

Technical Score

20%

8.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 61% of vacuum-cleaners
6.2

Technical Score

Technical score
6.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

28%

7.4

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

5.8

Design

8%

4.9

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 75% of vacuum-cleaners
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 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
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 1,032 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.
â–²Better than 78% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 Athena 2 is a bagless upright vacuum cleaner featuring a 400W high-efficiency motor, a 2-litre dust capacity, and Single Cyclone technology paired with a Triple Dust-Lock filtration system that captures 99.5% of particles down to 0.3 microns. It offers a 9-metre total cleaning radius via a 6-metre power cord, weighs a lightweight 4.7kg, and includes a motorised swivel floorhead alongside a 3-in-1 multi-tool for versatile cleaning on carpets and hard floors. Main advantages include its excellent manoeuvrability, affordable price point, and strong suction performance that effectively picks up dirt and pet hair. However, some users have reported downsides, noting that the overall plastic build quality can feel flimsy and certain components may experience premature wear or breakage.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Russell Hobbs RHUV5101

Technical Score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

28%

7.4

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

5.8

Design

8%

4.9

Smart features

6.2
Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a technical score of 6.2 points, which is lower than 74.5% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

Based on 1,032 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.
8.4
Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a user score of 8.41 points, which is higher than 77.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than 76.9% of vacuum cleaners.
8.4
Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a popularity score of 8.4 points, which is higher than 76.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.6/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.6
Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a value-for-money score of 7.6 points, which is higher than 39.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
400 W
Power consumption
400 W
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 400 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 66.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ 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
standard
Filter class
standard
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class standard, which is less advanced than the class used by 93.2% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 6.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.5%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.5%
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.5% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 79.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
2 L
Capacity
2 L
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2 L, which is larger than that of 69% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² 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
roll brush
Roller type
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
upright
Weight
4.3 kg
Weight
4.3 kg
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.3 kg, which is greater than the weight of 60.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ 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
yes
Self-standing
yes
â–² Better than 81% of models
This vacuum cleaner stands on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 49 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    309 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (309 mm vs 260 mm).
    309 mm vs 260 mm
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • 200 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    400 W
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 W vs 600 W).
    400 W vs 600 W
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • 5.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.41 vs 8.000).
    8.41 vs 8
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • 5.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Russell Hobbs RHUV5101 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.41 vs 8.000).
    8.41 vs 8
  • 49 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    309 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (309 mm vs 260 mm).
    309 mm vs 260 mm
  • 200 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    400 W
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 W vs 600 W).
    400 W vs 600 W
  • 1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2 L
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2 L vs 1 L).
    2 L vs 1 L
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.45 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.5 %
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.5 % vs 99.95 %
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ 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
  • 45 mm wider body
    Width
    310 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (310 mm vs 265 mm).
    310 mm vs 265 mm
  • 18.8% higher weight
    Weight
    4.3 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ 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
  • 0.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (6 m vs 6.5 m).
    6 m vs 6.5 m
  • 0.45 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.5 %
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.5 % vs 99.95 %
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    standard
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (standard vs hepa).
    standard vs hepa
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 45 mm wider body
    Width
    310 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (310 mm vs 265 mm).
    310 mm vs 265 mm
  • 18.8% higher weight
    Weight
    4.3 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 35 mm deeper body
    Depth
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,032 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Russell Hobbs RHUV5101?

  • Lightweight and easy to carry up and down stairs
  • Strong suction power for its size and price point
  • Affordable and budget-friendly
  • Smooth maneuvering thanks to the swivel floorhead
  • Generous two-litre dust bin capacity requires less frequent emptying
  • Effective triple dust-lock filtration system for trapping allergens
  • Handy 3-in-1 multi-tool for versatile cleaning on upholstery and crevices

What customers dislike about Russell Hobbs RHUV5101?

  • Hard to push on deep or thick carpets due to a lack of height adjustment
  • The 6-meter power cord feels too short for larger rooms
  • Cheap plastic build quality raises concerns about long-term durability
  • Cannot lay flat or articulate horizontally to clean under beds and low furniture
  • Dust can clog and accumulate in the tube or cyclone unit rather than dropping cleanly into the bin
  • Operating noise level can be quite loud

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01/03/2024
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