There is often more to an instant boiling water tap than an ordinary tap, and they are much more complicated appliances: Addition Of A Boiler You also only heat and use what you need, so it could save money off your water bills. The same can be said for hot water dispensers, which are a good alternative if you want something much easier to install on a budget. There are two options for tank size: 3 and 5.5 litres. They are made of titanium to reduce limescale build up. Maintenance costs and replacement filters

Safety-wise, you have to depress a button and hold it down to turn the dial to dispense boiling water, to prevent mistakes (rather like the button for turning a shower temperature up high). There’s also an optional safety cover to keep little hands off it altogether. The spout is insulated, so cool to touch.

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Quooker claims that its taps cost as little as 3p per day on standby. The cost of boiling a litre of water in a standard kettle is around 4p. So if you boil your kettle several times per day, then you stand to save on your energy bills. Waiting for the kettle to boil or having to pre-filter your water/buy bottled water will be a thing of the past. The filter will also prevent limescale building up on the boiler, and you will only have to replace it every 6-9 months (depending on your water type). The LED built in to the tap will let you know when the filter needs attention. Make sure not to use any abrasive or harsh chemical products, as they could damage the tap’s finish and invalidate your guarantee. Which is the best boiling hot water tap?

You can choose from different styles of tap, and there are four options if you’re after a tap that dispenses hot water. Zip’s boiling water taps come with boiling water only, boiling water plus ‘ambient’ water, boiling and chilled, then an all-in-one tap that delivers boiling, chilled and sparkling water. All the taps filter water before it reaches your glass. Tank size This boiling water tap from Carron Phoenix is a sleek new tap that not only dispenses 98⁰C hot water, but also hot and cold water, all from one single tap. A comfortable to reach medium-high spout makes filling tall pots and containers easier and is especially suited to smaller kitchens and sink areas which struggle to accommodate large pans. Aptly named, this boiling water tap from Franke really does seem to do it all. It looks almost like a regular tap design, but you soon discover that it’s got lots more going for it...

5 in 1 Taps

Mid-range taps can vary hugely. Some offer regular hot and filtered cold water as well as boiling water and have larger tanks (up to 7 litres). However, some people argue that most teas and coffees shouldn’t actually be made with boiling water as it ruins the taste. Just below boiling is thought to be the sweet spot. A lot of the boiling water taps in our guide come with designs that can simply replace your kitchen tap, without the need to fit a new hole into your worktop. They come with taps for cold water, hot water, and one that will deliver boiling water. Choose a tap with safety buttons that make it difficult to turn it on by accident. Some also have childproof handles and insulated sides that won't get hot, even when the water is flowing. Flexible hose

The flow from the dedicated boiling water tap is just a little spluttery, in the sense of not quite being a seamless flow. It spits a little when you first turn, then starts shooting out. This can sound a bit worrying, but doesn’t actually spray all over the place or anything – it goes straight down into your mug or pot easily enough.Most manufacturers recommend that you change the filter every six to 12 months and, in some cases, it can invalidate your warranty if you don't. Some manufacturers also recommend using a descaling solution to clean the inside of the tank.

There are also some which produce fizzy carbonated water too, but these are rarer. You pay a price for these features, but if you think you’d get the use out of them then it could be a good investment. Safety Think carefully about the features you do and don't need. Added extras can push up the price, and only 5% of respondents in our hot water tap owners' survey wish they'd bought a tap with more features than the one they chose. Tap combinations Our favourite design touch is the fact that it’s so discreet: it looks like a normal, two-lever kitchen tap but there’s a subtle button on the front.

3 in 1 Taps

The second you take your finger off the button, the water stops. However there is a pot-filling function that delivers up to 3 litres of near-boiling water in 60 seconds without keeping your finger on the button. Testers have remarked that it runs slower than expected and it’s true that that’s half the speed of your regular hot tap. Ideal for those who want a boiling water tap which looks good, but still need it to be safe around the kids and of course, practical. This is is definitely one of the best boiling water taps you can buy.