It's a common misconception that if a kettle boils faster, it must use more energy. However, we've found that isn't the case. Read Do fast boil kettles use more energy? for more information. How to save money when using your kettle

Boil only the amount of water you need - boiling a litre of water often uses more than twice the energy it takes to boil the minimum amount. verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ Therefore, if you're looking to cut down your energy bills you're better off choosing a fast kettle as it'll likely save you money in the long run.

In fact, most of our Eco Buys have been awarded that title because of their speedy boiling. If a kettle is able to reach a boil in around three minutes, it will use far less energy than one that takes four or five minutes. Choose a kettle with a low minimum fill - this means you won’t waste energy by boiling more water than you need. Descale your kettle regularly - if it’s full of limescale, it uses more energy to boil the same amount of water.

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