Naturally, aside from the metallic feel of the main casing, the rest of the components are basically plastic, but that makes it relatively low-maintenance and you can wipe it over from time to time with a damp cloth. The front of the unit is where you place your cup, plus there’s a guide line for minimum and maximum levels if that’s not obvious enough. You place your cup on the small shelf and water is poured from the nozzle above. On the odd occasion we have company it can seem like a chore to make 5-6 cups. However, the reality is that you are delivering 2 cups, while another is pouring. We then wanted to look to see how that compared to other products in the Hot Water Dispensers category. The average review score of all Hot Water Dispensers is 4.7 / 5.

We covered the importance of choosing a great brand, earlier in the quality section of this review.Incredibly simple to use, the HotCup water dispenser allows you to choose from nine different cup sizes – giving you freedom to boil as much or as little as you want. And as the hot water dispenser only boils the selected amount of water, it is far more economical and energy-efficient than most standard kettles – great for you and the environment. It’s also useful to know how Breville Hot Cup VKJ318 Hot Water Dispenser stands up against other products from Breville. The average review score of products from Breville over at AO.com is 4.8 out of 5.

The clever filtration system of the Breville HotCup with Variable Dispense uses a mixture of carbon and ion exchange resin to remove hardness, chlorine, heavy metals and other organic materials from the boiled water. Ideal for families living in hardwater areas, and hot drink fans who want the purest-tasting water in their tea and coffee. The Breville Hot Cup with Variable Dispense VKJ318 is easy to use – simply lift the main unit off the base and fill up at a tap just like a kettle. The base has a removable drip tray, which is easy to clean and dishwasher safe. No hassle, no fuss. The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has today (Wednesday 22 November) announced a range of tax, benefits and savings measures. We round up the key announcements and what they mean for you. The 2l water tank illuminates blue during boiling, a useful feature so you know when the HotCup has been turned on. And the stop button gives you complete control if you have a last minute change of heart, or wish to boil with exact precision. The HotCup with Variable Dispense is designed to provide complete boiling freedom. Unwanted Food or Drink Products - Once supply conditions are broken, there are a number of factors outside of our control that can affect the quality of a product. Therefore perishable goods such as food and drink cannot be returned.The Breville Hot Cup with Variable Dispense VKJ318 is a hot water dispenser which can give you boiling water in 40 seconds. This second generation Hot Cup has features including a 2 litre capacity, a variable dispense feature so you can use 9 different sized cups, and a stop button. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To return faulty items see our Returning Faulty Items policy. As you’ve reached this Breville Hot Cup VKJ318 Hot Water Dispenser we can probably assume that Breville is a brand that you’re either happy to buy, or at least consider. The good news is that Breville is a hugely respected brand and known for making great Hot Water Dispensers. In fact on average customers review products from Breville at 4.8 out of 5. Autumn Statement: Workers to pay less in national insurance – but rate cuts don't offset the freezing of personal tax thresholds

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items.There are, as you know, many different brands offering Hot Water Dispensers, so our advice is just take your time to write up your list of brands you’d be happy to buy, and use that list to filter your search when shopping online. It’s a great way of really cutting down the number of results to look through.

The sleek and attractive appliance has been designed to complement the contemporary kitchen. Sitting pretty on the kitchen work surface, the clean, straight lines and minimalist flourishes of the HotCup combines form with function. Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, national insurance and more Martin Lewis: What the Autumn Statement means for you – including wages, benefits, pensions, ISAs, housing, national insurance and more It can be cumbersome to fill, as it is quite large/heavy. We have a measuring jug we use to fill it.The unit is showing wear on the chrome dial, where we have been turning it for 5 years, but other than that it works perfectly. We used it every day then, and we use it every day now, from making a cuppa (which is plenty hot) to making gravy for Sunday lunch. I’ve lived with the Breville HotCup for a while now and it’s undoubtedly a handy edition for any kitchen or home office workspace. Admittedly, the servings are a little on the miserly side. For me, that’s one of the weaknesses of this particular model because I tend to use my YumAsia instant hot water kettle for washing up purposes.