Buying Guides

12/06/2025

Understanding the Role of Heating Elements in Electric Kettles

Exploring the Best American-Made Electric Tea Kettles

12/06/2025

Exploring the Best American-Made Electric Tea Kettles

Exploring Electric Kettles Made in the USA

12/06/2025

Exploring Electric Kettles Made in the USA

Exploring the Top Picks for Electric Kettles by Wirecutter

07/06/2025

Exploring the Top Picks for Electric Kettles by Wirecutter

Our latest product comparisons

+ Boils water quickly thanks to the 2.3 kW concealed element

The best electric kettles for coffee lovers: our top 5 (2026)

Dualit Architect Kettle - 1.5 L 2.3 KW Stainless Steel - Rapid Boil and Patented Pure Pour Non-Drip Spout - Measuring Window with Cup Level Indicators - CJK1, Black Trim Brushed Body Black Trim Brushed Body Single

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

+ Solid stainless steel build with a comfortable handle and press-button lid

Fellow

Corvo EKG Pro Electric Tea Kettle - Quick Heating, Precise Temperature Control, Scheduling, Built-in Brew Timer - Matte Black - 0.9 Liter, UK EKG Pro Matte Black

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.4/10

Fellow

Electric Clyde Kettle - 1.5 Liter Capacity - Modern Twist On Stovetop Design, All-Purpose, Stainless Steel - Warm Water for Ramen, Oatmeal, Tea, Coffee & more - Large Capacity, UK Type G Plug

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.3/10

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+ Consistently warm bottles in about 90 seconds to 2 minutes, much quicker and easier than the kettle method

Top 7: best electric kettles with removable filter (June 2026)

Tommee Tippee

Perfect Prep Machine, Baby Bottle Formula Feed Maker with Antibacterial Water Filter, App Support, Day & Night Feed-Friendly Features, Chalk Perfect Prep Chalk

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.7/10

+ Antibacterial filter and hot shot process give good peace of mind about water and formula safety

Dualit Pour Over Fast Boil Electric Kettle - Matt Black -Gooseneck Precision Spout - Digital Display Screen - Highly Energy Efficient 800ml Capacity - 72960

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

Dualit Lite Dome Kettle - 2L Kettle - Polished with Black Trim, High Gloss Finish - Fast Boiling - Large Handle - 7275 2 Litres

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

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Our latest product reviews

Bosch

DesignLine TWK3P421GB Stainless Steel Cordless Kettle, 1.7 L...

A solid everyday workhorse with a few quirks

8.3/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Comfort ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Materials ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Swan

Windsor Rapid Boil Kettle with Removable Limescale Filter, B...

A simple 3kW kettle that just gets on with it

8.4/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Comfort ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Materials ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Last posts

Best kettles for tea in 2026: the models that nail temperature and volume for British households

03/06/2026

Best kettles for tea in 2026: the models that nail temperature and volume for British households

Detailed 2021–2024 guidance on choosing the best kettle for tea in British homes, with test-based comparisons of boil time, noise, capacity, materials, temperature control and keep-warm performance.

The real cost of a cheap kettle: energy waste, replacements and limescale over five years

29/05/2026

The real cost of a cheap kettle: energy waste, replacements and limescale over five years

Cheap kettle vs expensive: see how overfilling, limescale, energy efficiency and reliability change the real five‑year cost of an electric kettle, with evidence from Energy Saving Trust, WRAP and consumer lab tests.

Kettle reviews are broken: how affiliate links distort which models get recommended

21/05/2026

Kettle reviews are broken: how affiliate links distort which models get recommended

Kettle review trust is often undermined by affiliate bias and shallow testing. Learn how real boil-time and temperature measurements, safety data, and hard-water performance separate the best electric kettles from clever marketing.

Quiet-boil kettles: a buyer's guide to the models your household won't hear at dawn

20/05/2026

Quiet-boil kettles: a buyer's guide to the models your household won't hear at dawn

Discover how quiet boil kettles work, which engineering choices reduce noise, and how leading models like the Fellow Stagg EKG, Breville Smart Kettle, and Cuisinart CPK 17 compare on power, decibels, and build quality.

Why some kettle brands hold their value while others become landfill in two years

19/05/2026

Why some kettle brands hold their value while others become landfill in two years

Detailed comparison of Breville and Fellow electric kettles with a focus on resale value, durability, energy use and sustainability, plus real world pricing data and model examples.

Zero-plastic kettles under £40: how budget models caught up with premium safety claims

Stainless Steel Kettles

Gooseneck Kettles for Pour-Over

18/05/2026

Zero-plastic kettles under £40: how budget models caught up with premium safety claims

Looking for a plastic free electric kettle for a student flat? Learn how to verify a truly stainless steel or glass interior, compare budget kettles under £40 with premium models, and avoid hidden plastic parts that touch boiling water.

Pour-over, AeroPress, matcha: choosing a kettle when brew temperature is non-negotiable

14/05/2026

Pour-over, AeroPress, matcha: choosing a kettle when brew temperature is non-negotiable

Discover how to choose the best kettle for pour over coffee, from gooseneck spout design and capacity to variable temperature control, keep-warm modes, and maintenance tips for long-lasting performance.

The plastic inside your stainless steel kettle: why hidden BPA-free claims need scrutiny

Stainless Steel Kettles

12/05/2026

The plastic inside your stainless steel kettle: why hidden BPA-free claims need scrutiny

Most “BPA‑free” electric kettles still expose boiling water to plastic. Learn how bisphenols migrate, what stainless steel and glass really offer, and how to choose a genuinely plastic‑free, food‑safe kettle using evidence based checks.

Choosing an electric kettle in the UK: models that handle daily hard-water boiling

11/05/2026

Choosing an electric kettle in the UK: models that handle daily hard-water boiling

Learn how to choose and maintain the best electric kettle in the UK for hard water, from limescale-resistant design details and brand insights to descaling routines and key figures on performance and energy use.

06/05/2026

Comparison of the 3 best electric kettles with temperature presets (2026)

Learn how electric kettles with temperature presets improve tea, coffee, and cooking, how they compare with standard kettles, and what features, capacities, and materials to look for when you choose a precise temperature control kettle.

Our selection of the 6 best electric kettles for baby formula (2026)

Discover how to choose the best electric kettles for baby formula, with precise temperature control, key safety features, material choices, and brand comparisons to keep feeds safe and convenient.

Guide: the 4 best electric kettles with water level window (2026)

06/05/2026

Guide: the 4 best electric kettles with water level window (2026)

Learn how to choose the best electric kettles with a water level window, including key features, safety, energy use, and care tips for tea and coffee lovers.

by Freyja Bjornsdottir

Portable car kettles flagged for scald risk: the safety checks travel buyers skip

Compact & Travel Kettles

06/05/2026

Portable car kettles flagged for scald risk: the safety checks travel buyers skip

Learn what the CPSC’s warning about BLONGKY portable car kettles means, why in‑car and travel kettles face weaker safety checks than home models, and how to choose a safer portable electric kettle—or when to skip one entirely.

Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine Review: quicker night feeds without boiling the kettle

Product Test

05/05/2026

Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine Review: quicker night feeds without boiling the kettle

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine regularly, my view is pretty clear: it’s very handy if you’re doing a lot of formula feeds, especially at night, but it’s not some miracle device. It speeds up bottle prep, keeps the temperature consistent, and takes a lot of the guesswork and faff...

Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Pro Review: the baby bottle machine that actually saves you sleep

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Pro regularly, my conclusion is pretty simple: it’s not essential, but it’s very handy. If you’re making several formula bottles a day, especially at night, it genuinely cuts down the hassle. The speed, the built-in scales, and the consistent temperature al...

Dualit Architect Kettle Review: good-looking, fast-boiling, a bit pricey for what it is

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the Dualit Architect kettle is a good-looking, solid-feeling kettle that boils quickly and pours better than most. The stainless steel body, comfortable handle, and mostly clean spout make it pleasant to use day to day. It looks tidy on the worktop, doesn’t sound like a jet engine, and the...

by Marcus Wyndham

One cup or a full litre: why getting kettle capacity right saves energy and time

04/05/2026

One cup or a full litre: why getting kettle capacity right saves energy and time

A practical kettle capacity guide explaining real-world sizes, energy use, minimum fill levels and materials so students and first-time buyers pick the right electric kettle.

Electric Kettle Safety Features

New IEC safety standard tightens kettle auto-shutoff and lid rules from October

Energy Efficiency & Boiling Speed

04/05/2026

New IEC safety standard tightens kettle auto-shutoff and lid rules from October

New IEC kettle safety rules tighten boil-dry protection, auto shutoff and lid stability. Learn how they affect current electric kettles and what to buy now.

by Larissa Figueredo

The 85% efficiency rule: how a US energy mandate is reshaping kettles worldwide

03/05/2026

The 85% efficiency rule: how a US energy mandate is reshaping kettles worldwide

Learn how to choose an energy efficient kettle that balances boiling speed, thermal efficiency, safety, and ethics for better tea and coffee at home.

by Marcus Wyndham

Electric kettles that survive hard water: what to look for beyond the price tag

28/04/2026

Electric kettles that survive hard water: what to look for beyond the price tag

Learn how to choose the best electric kettle for hard water, with real boil-time figures, material comparisons, safety features and maintenance tips to keep limescale under control.