OVERHEATING PROTECTION: Our fast boil electric kettle contains a concealed heating element with a safety feature. That will not allow the water to boil dry if it's accidentally left unattended for an extended period of time. 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.

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. 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. Why do I need a kettle?

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We’d definitely suggest a cordless model on 360˚ swivel base, for ease of use. A cord store will keep things tidy on a worktop, and an easy-to-view water indicator is handy. Your Laura Ashley Kettle features the stunning hand-applied Elveden print available in a choice of Midnight Navy or White. Each kettle is hand decorated and finished with a high-grade gloss UV coating to ensure it looks pristine day in day out. The Elveden print itself took inspiration from the Summer Palace design, launching in the 1980s and remains popular to this very day. 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 When's the best time to buy a kettle? Simply press the lever on the base to switch between heat settings and a digital beep will alert you when the temperature is reached and the kettle will automatically shut off. (A long press of the base lever also turns off the beep if you prefer to start your mornings in silence). The Inspire kettle is designed with a perfect pour spout that creates a streamlined flow of water straight from your kettle to your cup, leaving the days of splashes and splutters all over the counter behind.

LARGE CAPACITY: At 1.7 Litres, this stunning kettle easily allows you to make up to seven cups of your favourite beverage. It comes with a manual switch that is easy to use, a water indicator with eco-cup measurements that helps only boil what you need. Cutting down on the amount of water you use daily, saving money and also the planet.

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The technology in this kettle will impress you with every use. During testing, we loved the temperature gauge lever and the fact that the dial on the body of the kettle lets you know the temperature even when it's away from the base. We also enjoyed how speedy the boiling was, and the light-up design as it climbs in temperature was great for making sure it was actually switched on, and knowing when it had finished boiling. The Aarke Kettle is an investment, but, just like all Aarke products, it’s beautifully designed. Its seamless stainless steel body will create a stylish focal point on a countertop, and its slim build and small footprint mean it’s a useful addition to a smaller kitchen.