According to Recycle Now, around one million tonnes of electrical and electronic waste are generated every year. Every item that has either a plug, a charger, batteries or carries a crossed-out wheelie bin logo can be recycled, and that includes kettles. Aesthetics aside, the Artisan also proved itself in our tests. It took just 2 mins 22 secs to boil 1l of water, which is on par with the rest of the 3,000W models tested. It also excels when it comes to keeping the noise down. During boiling, it only reached a maximum of 52.2dB, making it the quietest kettle on our list. What’s more, once the water’s boiled, there’s no worrying about burning your fingers on the sides. The outside of the Artisan reached an exterior temperature of just 33°C, owing to its dual-walled insulation.

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Millie Fender is our residentsmall appliances editor, and tea addict. She drinks at least 5 cups of tea a day, and eats copious amount of pasta, so the Smarter iKettle 3rd Generation was thoroughly tested by Ideal Home before this review was written. That aside, if you want a small kettle that can get to multiple temperatures, this is a good choice.Make sure that your router is near both your mobile device and the iKettle. You can move the iKettle away later once they have synced. To use the iKettle, open the Smarter app. Once you choose the device at the opening screen, you’ll see a dial with a number in the middle. This is the default temperature setting in Celsius. Tapping the number in the middle will change it to degrees Fahrenheit. By moving your finger along the dial, you can set the precise temperature that you desire. Once you’ve done so, tap on Start to begin boiling. It’s inevitable that a new model for the iKettle line will eventually be released, but until Smarter announces something, the 3 rd Gen will remain the latest product.

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Govee has a really attractive smart kettle on its hands here (and there's a more normal-looking option further below, too) with some really excellent smart features including a capable companion app. This lets you choose your water heat down to the degree, for perfect brews every time. All of the kettles reviewed here feature a stand on which the kettle sits for power. We explain how easy it is to drop the kettle onto its stand. The BlinkUp setup relies on the flashing light to sync with your mobile app, so make sure that your mobile device is directly on the blinking light to start the sync. Kettles aren’t the most high-tech of kitchen items, but it’s worth looking out for safety features such as an auto shut-off function – should you accidentally put too little water in the kettle, this will stop it boiling dry. In both instances, ergonomics have a vital role to play. We tell you how comfortable each kettle is to hold, and if the handle offers a good grip. We also explain how easy each kettle is to pour.Efficiency is important, too. Kettles are rated by the maximum amount of power they can draw. High power kettles draw 3kW, but lower-powered kettles are available. The main difference is in how fast they boil water, and total power consumption is similar; however, we measure power usage to help you find the most efficient models. A loud whistling kettle can be really annoying, particularly if you have an open-plan kitchen/living area. Some kettles are marketed as being especially quiet, but this doesn't always hold true. To add one caveat, it should be noted that the Zwilling Enfinigy Pro has an 1,850W heating coil, unlike many of the other kettles on our list, which tend to have 3,000W elements. This means it is naturally slower to boil than its rivals. If you tend to get impatient for your morning cup of tea or coffee, the 3 mins 45 secs it takes the Enfinigy Pro to boil a litre of water may prove a tad too long for your liking.

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You can buy a no-frills own-brand kettle for less than a tenner, so what exactly do you get when you pay more? We've found some brilliant cheaper kettles, and some terrible, expensive ones, so paying more doesn't guarantee a good result.If you’d like to be able to start preparing your morning cuppa from the comfort of your bed, the Smarter iKettle 3.0 is a feature-rich appliance with only a few annoyances. Design and setup The mobile app even comes with a Formula Mode for making infant formulas for your child. You’ll never have to fuss over unwieldy stoves and kettles in the middle of the night again. All you need is to tap on the app and get the ideal hot water you need in no time. Fancy something a little different? The Russell Hobbs Illuminating Glass Kettle stands out thanks to its unique physical design, as well as a few clever design elements. In use, the Illuminating Kettle, as its name would suggest, lights up its body and the water inside with a row of pleasant blue LEDs. The kettle is also capacious at 1.7l, has a one-button pop-up lid and bears a clear green marker on its body, which indicates how much water is needed for a single cup, helping you avoid water and energy waste.