Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator review: running cost and verdict
Budget 2 kW oil radiator with three heat settings (800 W, 1.2 kW and 2 kW) and an adjustable thermostat, for rooms up to 20 m².
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The good
- Three settings: 800 W, 1.2 kW and 2 kW
- Adjustable thermostat
- Overheat protection
- Silent
The not so good
- No timer
- Basic dial controls
How much does it cost to run?
One hour at full power (2,000 W)
Low setting: 21.1p an hour
A month of typical use
5 hours a day on thermostat
Ofgem price cap, Direct Debit, national average (1 October to 31 December 2026). Watt for watt, every electric heater costs the same to run. What makes the Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator cheaper or dearer is its size and its controls: dial thermostat. More in which electric heater is cheapest to run.
Specifications
| Type | Oil filled radiator |
|---|---|
| Power | 2,000 W (low setting 800 W) |
| Room size | about 20 m² (215 sq ft) |
| Controls | Dial thermostat |
| Oscillation | No |
| Tip-over protection | Not stated |
| Splash protection | No |
| Noise | Silent (no fan) |
| Amazon ASIN | B0DFHMPHW7 |
| Source of specs | Amazon.co.uk listing (title and bullets) |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator cost to run?
At full power it uses 2.00 kWh an hour: about 52.6p at the Ofgem price cap (26.32p/kWh). Typical use (5 hours a day on thermostat) comes to around £47.38 a month.
What size room will the Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator heat?
About 20 m² (215 sq ft) in a reasonably insulated home. For a draughty room or an old house, go one size up.
Can I leave the Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator on overnight?
It is designed for long periods: use the thermostat on a low setting, keep it away from curtains and bedding, and plug it straight into the wall.
Can I use the Russell Hobbs RHOFR9004B 2000W 9 Fin Oil Filled Radiator in a bathroom?
No: it has no splash protection. In a bathroom use only heaters rated IP24 or higher, fitted outside the wet zones.
Alternatives
De'Longhi Radia S TRRS0920E.G 2000W
- Oil filled radiator · 2,000 W
- 2 kW oil filled radiator with LED display, timer, safety thermostat and an Eco Plus mode that adjusts output to the room temperature.
- Costs 52.6p an hour at full power.
De'Longhi Dragon 4 TRD40820T
- Oil filled radiator · 2,000 W
- The classic premium oil filled radiator: 2 kW, three heat settings, thermostat, anti-frost and a 24-hour timer, with a 10-year warranty. Silent and keeps warming after it switches off.
- Costs 52.6p an hour at full power.
De'Longhi Dragon 4 TRD41025T 2.5kW
- Oil filled radiator · 2,500 W
- De'Longhi's 2.5 kW Dragon 4: three heat settings, thermostat and timer, rated for rooms up to 75 m³ (about 30 m²). Silent, steady heat that keeps going after it switches off.
- Costs 65.8p an hour at full power.
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