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Quick answer: both are excellent value UK brands. Choose Russell Hobbs for maximum steam for the money: the Powersteam Ultra 20630 is Mumsnet’s best steam iron overall for 2026. Choose Morphy Richards for big tanks, crease removal and cordless options: the Turbo Glide 302000 was Expert Reviews’ best for crease reduction, and the easyCHARGE is a top cordless pick.
Best Russell Hobbs iron
- Power: 3100W
- Continuous steam: 70g/min
- Steam shot: 210g/min
Best Morphy Richards iron
- Power: 2800W
- Continuous steam: 40g/min
- Steam shot: 150g/min
Best Russell Hobbs steam generator
- Continuous steam: 200g/min
- Steam shot: 350g
- Tank: 1.8L
The best of each brand
- Best Russell Hobbs iron Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 20630 (£). Check price
- Best Morphy Richards iron Morphy Richards Turbo Glide 302000 (££). Check price
- Best Russell Hobbs steam generator Russell Hobbs Quiet SuperSteam 24470 (££). Check price
- Best Morphy Richards steam generator Morphy Richards Autoclean Intellitemp SteamPro 332103 (£££). Check price
How we chose these picks
We compared the manufacturers’ published specifications, independent UK tests and reviews (including Mumsnet and Expert Reviews iron guides (2025–2026), manufacturer specifications), and recurring themes in verified owner reviews. We checked that every product was on sale in the UK when this page was last updated, and we re-check stock every month. We do not hands-on test products ourselves, and we say so on every review. Commission from retailer links never affects which products we pick. Read how we research.
Comparison table
| Model | Continuous steam | Steam shot | Tank | Price tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 20630 | 70g/min | 210g/min | 350ml | £ |
| Morphy Richards Turbo Glide 302000 | 40g/min | 150g/min | 400ml | ££ |
| Russell Hobbs Quiet SuperSteam 24470 | 200g/min | 350g | 1.8L | ££ |
| Morphy Richards Autoclean Intellitemp SteamPro 332103 | 160g/min | 600g | 1.6L | £££ |
Price tiers compare models within this guide: £ budget, ££ mid-range, £££ premium, ££££ top of the range. We do not list exact prices because they change daily. Tap “Check price” to see the current price on Amazon UK.
The best picks, reviewed
Best Russell Hobbs iron
Russell Hobbs Powersteam Ultra 20630: Best Russell Hobbs iron
- Power: 3100W
- Continuous steam: 70g/min
- Steam shot: 210g/min
- Tank: 350ml
Russell Hobbs at its best: a lot of steam for very little money.
Best Morphy Richards iron
Morphy Richards Turbo Glide 302000: Best Morphy Richards iron
- Power: 2800W
- Continuous steam: 40g/min
- Steam shot: 150g/min
- Tank: 400ml
Morphy Richards at its best: a big tank and excellent crease removal.
Best Russell Hobbs steam generator
Russell Hobbs Quiet SuperSteam 24470: Best Russell Hobbs steam generator
- Continuous steam: 200g/min
- Steam shot: 350g
- Tank: 1.8L
- Pressure: 7 bar
High steam and noticeably quieter than most generators, which is Russell Hobbs' edge here.
Full review, pros and cons in our best steam generator irons guide
Best Morphy Richards steam generator
Morphy Richards Autoclean Intellitemp SteamPro 332103: Best Morphy Richards steam generator
- Continuous steam: 160g/min
- Steam shot: 600g
- Tank: 1.6L
- Pressure: 7 bar
Intellitemp and AutoClean make this the more convenient of the two brands' generators.
Read our full Morphy Richards Autoclean Intellitemp SteamPro 332103 review
How they compare
| Russell Hobbs | Morphy Richards | |
|---|---|---|
| Strength | High steam for the price | Big tanks, crease removal, Intellitemp |
| Anti-scale | Anti-calc and self-clean | Anti-scale, self-clean and AutoClean on generators |
| Cordless | Freedom (limited availability) | easyCHARGE 360° range |
| Lightweight | My Iron 25580 (small, 1800W) | Light Glide (0.92kg) |
| No-settings tech | One Temp (newer models) | Intellitemp |
Both are British brands (now owned by Spectrum Brands and Glen Dimplex respectively) that make well-priced, dependable irons. Neither has the premium soleplates of Tefal or Philips, but both offer excellent value. See our Tefal vs Philips comparison for premium brands.
Frequently asked questions
Is Russell Hobbs or Morphy Richards better?
Russell Hobbs usually gives more steam for the money; Morphy Richards offers bigger tanks, excellent crease removal and a stronger cordless range.
Which brand is best for steam generators?
Morphy Richards for Intellitemp and AutoClean (SteamPro 332103); Russell Hobbs for value and quiet operation (Quiet SuperSteam 24470).
Related guides
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Sources: Mumsnet and Expert Reviews iron guides (2025–2026); manufacturer specifications. Prices change often, so check the latest price before you buy. How we research.
