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1. Smeg Mini Kettle
If space is at a premium, this stylish kettle fits the bill. It holds 800ml (enough for three cups) and is quite fast despite only having a relatively low 1,400 wattage. Available in seven colours, with anti-slip feet.
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2. Bosch Styline
With 3,000W of power, this 1.5-litre kettle is seriously quick to boil. It has four different temperature settings for the perfect cuppa depending on the tea, plus a handy “keep warm function” and boil-dry protection.
3. Russell Hobbs Quiet Boil Kettle
This unflashy 1.7-litre kettle claims to be 75% quieter than average. Compact and simple to use, it has a perfect pour spout and boils one cup in 45 seconds.
4. Kenwood Elegancy Earl Grey Kettle
You can boil enough water for two cups of tea in just 30 seconds with this 3,000W, 1.7-litre kettle. The base is a bit flimsy, but the kettle has a wide spout, and there’s a matching toaster.
5. Philips Eco Conscious Collection HD9365 Kettle
Made from 100% bio-based plastics to reduce its carbon footprint, this 1.7-litre capacity kettle has 2,200W of power. It’s easy to lift even when full, and has an unusually clear water-level gauge.
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