All of the touch points are also well executed, from the comfortable handle that stays cool to the touch to the soft open lid and non-drip spout. It also comes with a polishing cloth included to buff away any fingerprints its stainless steel body might collect.This kettle also offers the ability to heat water to five different temperatures – 40, 75, 85, 95 and 100°C – which is great if you’re a coffee or herbal tea aficionado who knows the exact best degree centigrade for your brew. Don’t forget to clean your kettle in an environmentally-friendly (and healthy) way as well! Avoid cleaning products with chemicals and follow our tips on how to clean a stainless steel kettle or a glass kettle. Built-In Filter Systems Its large capacity of 1.7 litres ensures you save energy. And, for safety purposes, this kettle has boil-dry protection and auto shut-off features. It is also cordless with a 360° base that we found easy to use with both our left hands and right hands. The heating element is hidden, which makes it easy to clean. All in all, it is a large capacity kettle with high efficiency of 3000W, a rapid boil function, and a water level gauge that lets you measure your desired water level. What more could you need?

Top of our must-have list is that it’s easy is it to hold, fill and pour. If you often refill a kettle as soon as it has boiled, choose one with a flip-top lid you don’t have to take off manually. This is really important to avoid the risk of scalding yourself on steam when you open it. Combined with this, as a specialist appliance, it is a slower boiler than most, taking around four and a half minutes for its positively dinky 800ml capacity.We also state the minimum boil amount: 500ml is the norm, but some kettles let you boil 250ml, which is about a mug’s worth of hot water. The lower the limit, the better, as you only have to boil the right amount of water for a job.

Where the Pour Over is really useful is with its variable temperature selection, available in one-degree increments. No matter what type of drink you want to make, then, you can get the perfect temperature. It’s also a super quiet kettle thanks to that slow boil, meaning it won’t disrupt any conversations. The main reason it made the list of all the kettles we reviewed, is that it’s fantastically eco-friendly. It saves energy using the rapid boil function, keep-warm mode, temperature control panels, and 1 cup boiling option. It also gives you 3 pre-set tea settings. The amount of energy your kettle uses is determined by a variety of factors including the energy efficiency rating of the model, and how many litres of water it can hold. When it comes to the best energy-efficient kettles, this Bosch model comes highly recommended. We were sceptical at first, but after testing it first-hand, we can agree that it’s epic! This is thanks to the temperature control feature at the base of the kettle that lets you choose from 70 – 100°C, so that you can reach the exact temperature you need. Oh, and the keep warm function that retains water temperature for up to 30 minutes. Let’s not forget the large capacity of 1.5 litres. For us, it is these features and many more. However, the standout feature for us is an illumination that gradually turns the translucent side of the kettle red as it boils; the light then remains red for as long as the water temperature is above 80°C, cutting down on unnecessary boiling, which wastes time and precious energy.

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In short, this means that two different sized appliances with the same energy rating may actually have different running costs. Do fast kettles use more energy? Kettle design seems to be taking centre stage on this list, and the Russell Hobbs Structure Kettle is no exception to the rule. It offers a more minimalistic overall look, characterised by some architectural lines that makes it look modern and fit well with any forward-thinking kitchen. Of course, you have to have the kettle filled with water and ready to go before remotely starting the kettle to boil. If you do, then it can be neat arriving to a freshly boiled kettle. A keep-warm function ensures the water retains its temperature long after it has boiled. Depending on the kettle, the water can be warm for 20 minutes to 2 hours. Hidden Element Our overall best kettle was the De'Longhi Ballerina Kettle, which we rate for its usability and temperature-control functions. The Dualit Architect kettle also wins our approval for its sturdy build and good looks, and the Russell Hobbs Emma Bridgewater Kettle is the quietest kettle we tested. Read on to discover more of our test verdicts. Why do I need a kettle?

If you are left-handed, the 360° base comes in hand when using this kettle. Some of the safety features include a codeless base with non-slip stands and a lift-off lid. To ensure that each kettle works properly, we measure the time to boil 1-litre of water and the kettle when full. That's why we've been busy reviewing the top 12 kettles (from a long list of many more) to bring you our complete ranking. We've kept a keen eye out for energy efficiency too, with a one-cup kettle also featured in this roundup. There is a quite boil function that is 75% quieter compared to other Russel Hoobs kettles. The illuminating feature turns blue when the water comes to a boil. The colourful and yet subtle copper ombre will bring a touch of elegance to your eco kitchen.The auto shut-off ensures the kettle shuts-off as soon as the water reaches boiling point. A kettle without this function will take longer to cut out after the water has boiled, leading to energy wastage. Filters that reduce limescale are invaluable if you live in a hard-water area and don’t want to be descaling your kettle on a regular basis. Out of the nearly 20 kettles she tested in one day (there was a lot of tea), these were the 10 that made the final cut. Her favourite was the KitchenAid Temperature Control Kettle, which has the sleekest look and features out there. FAQs What is the best kettle in 2023? Last but not least is this energy efficient electric kettle from Vektra. It is by far the best kettle we tested for retaining water temperature for a long period of time. It has a keep-warm function that retains heat for up to 4 hours! It also enables you to save water, thanks to its large capacity options of 1.2, 1.5, and 1.7 litres.We chose the 1.5 litre option to test – the middle of the road.

Boil only the water you require– only boil the volume of water you need, overfilling the kettle is one of the major causes of high energy consumption These two features mean that the ECO kettle will not end up boiling more water than you actually need. Some of the safety functions to look for in an eco kettle include an auto shut-off feature and a slow-release lid.Eco friendly kettles, also simply referred to as an ECO kettle will only boil the amount of water required and will typically use 20% less energy than a regular electric kettle. Many cups of tea were made as we tested the efficiency, speed, safety and energy consumption of each kettle. Inside, you’ll find a stainless steel limescale filter, which can be removed for cleaning. Given its tough build quality, this should prove robust and reliable.