Best Kettles

Bought the orange kettle and toaster set in 2023. Now in 2026 the kettle is broken and leaking. Didn't even get used daily, perhaps 3-4 times a week.… Read more

Average quality for a high price, of course you cannot repair them anymore. Likely won't buy another Sunbeam unless they're on sale

Bought the Brooklyn Kettle to replace my old kettle of the same model. It lasted 2 months before the bottom started rusting. I have always had… Read more

Russell Hobbs for as long as I can remember and they have been really good. I'm not sure what's happening with this one as the guy in the shop said a lot of the same were coming back. Shame.

I have had two of these kettles now, and both failed after about 3 years each of standard domestic use. I expect a kettle to last much longer than… Read more

this. The second kettle started tripping our circuit breaker. Customer service was completely unhelpful - I tried to resolve it with them prior to posting this review. The beeping that this kettle makes when you take it off the base, put it back on, and press any button is annoying. The only beep really needed is when it finishes boiling, in my view. The script on the button labels wpies off, so you don't know which button does what after a while.

When it worked, it did what it was supposed to. Not quiet, but effective in heating water to the desired temperature. I will not buy this kettle or brand again.

Very Happy with the Old Casa Bugatti Vera Kettle, I love the style and I also have toaster – I have had the kettle for 8 years. Very happy until recently not working. I bought a new one, but it is not the same , it does not have a temperature… Read more

gauge . Where can I buy one with a temperature gauge as my tea requires 85 to 90 degrees. where can I take it to repair. I love the style. I live in Sydney

Excellent Kettle. Love everything about it. Definitely recommend. It is the best kettle I have purchesed and I am fussy. Show details

I like this kettle very much as I like seeing the water through the glass - but the plastic insert in the centre of the lid cracks. Bought in May… Read more

2024 but multiple cracks appeared around 10 months later.

I took it back to TGG it’s an online only product so a wait of weeks followed without a kettle at home.

July 2025 - this time a large crack appeared within approximately 2 months of receiving the new replacement.

I rang TGG to ask if they could get the replacement in for me in advance, so that I can then swap over this faulty one as not having a kettle in the kitchen is quite difficult. Apparently they can’t order one in advance to replace this faulty one.

He suggested getting a different kettle and I suppose using the refund on the Breville towards the new one. It’s definitely a major fault with this compact kettle that the plastic lid insert will likely crack. It’s not caused by the user but the plastic that is used in the lid.

Eventually Breville posted me a new kettle. I hope they are able to change the plastic in the lid to something that does not crack

Poor quality. Mine lasted just over a year before it started leaking around the water level gauge. Checking online, it seems to be a common issue. The kettle looks the part but drops the ball on quality. In short: all fart, no sh*t.

Had a few of these n love the size So practical for 2 people ..BUT because I liked so much I bought an extra one from Good Guys and left in its box… Read more

unopened and placed in cupboard at home Just opened as old one failed and the Brand New one has issues Seems to need several attempts to push start button down It keeps cutting out Found receipt yes its almost 4 yrs ago but its bn wrapped and left in original box ..Phoned Sunbeam and they could only refer me to the 12 month warranty and advised me that seals can wear out and electrical parts can fail without being used ..I was "hoping" Sunbeam might have liked to have it returned to look at it to see what went wrong but this wasn't an option Leaves me looking at my options for 1 litre kettles but this has bn so practical for many years but I need to change brands & look at Country of manufacture as well

Some serious materials defects and safety hazards on this kettle - it should be condemned – At the outset, I am pro-Breville as I believed that their products are better than most. But my accident with the Breville Soft Top™ Clear BKE495BSS… Read more

kettle has dented my confidence in the brand wholesomely. On Saturday, the 12th June 2021, just after boiling water, the handle snapped clean off just as I was lifting the near-full kettle from the multi-directional base. As the "soft top" lid forms part of the handle mechanism, the kettle lid blew open simultaneously with boiling water flying everywhere. I really was not expecting anything like this to happen so almost dropped the kettle. During my instinctive attempt to regain my grip on the handle I received burns to my right hand and midriff area. I now see this type of breakage is common on this kettle. And due to the obvious serious materials defects and safety hazards on the Breville Soft Top™ Clear BKE495BSS kettle, it should be condemned outright. Furthermore, I am very surprised by the absence of responses by Breville - which in itself is totally unacceptable. I have looked after this kettle from day one and albeit out of warranty, this should never have happed - period. But see the pictures - Breville should take cognizance of, and ownership accordingly and therefore should address these latent defects with immediate effect.

This kettle ticked all the boxes. The lid opens easily with the press of the button. The filter doesn't fall out repeatedly. It doesn't leak. It… Read more

turns off as soon as it reaches a rolling boil. The base cord is long enough. It's not as heavy as a previous glass kettle. It's not overly noisy and boils quickly. Water level is easily seen. Good spout pours well. Looks good too.

I’ve been using the Kmart Anko 1.7L Kettle for a while now, and I’ve been genuinely surprised by how well it performs for such an inexpensive… Read more

appliance. At first glance, it presents itself with a clean, minimalist design that blends into the kitchen without trying too hard, and in day‑to‑day use it has proven to be far more capable than its price point would suggest.

In terms of functionality, it heats water quickly and with a level of quietness that I honestly didn’t expect. The noise level is low enough that I can hold a conversation nearby without feeling like I need to pause mid‑sentence. The illuminated water window is a small but thoughtful touch, making it easy to check the fill level at a glance, and the 1.7‑litre capacity is more than enough for multiple cups without feeling bulky or cumbersome.

What has impressed me most is its consistency. It has handled regular daily use without any signs of strain, and the build quality feels sturdier than many other budget kettles I’ve owned in the past. The base connection is straightforward, the handle feels secure, and the overall balance of the kettle makes it comfortable to pour even when full.

While it’s undeniably a simple appliance, it performs its core task with a kind of quiet reliability that I’ve come to appreciate. It doesn’t pretend to be a premium designer kettle, but it also doesn’t behave like a cheap throwaway item. Instead, it sits comfortably in that sweet spot where practicality, affordability, and decent build quality meet.

For anyone looking for a no‑nonsense kettle that does exactly what it promises — and does it well — the Kmart Anko 1.7L Kettle is a surprisingly solid choice. It’s an example of how a basic household item, when designed thoughtfully, can exceed expectations without exceeding the budg

We seemed to keep kettles a long time so decided to purchase SMEG - very sturdy, well constructed, looks great, abit heavier than most, quite, well worth looking into if you want retro looking kettle Show details

We bought this last December 2024. Very pleased with the look but had to look up the book to see if we had a faulty one. This is the first… Read more

jug/kettle that I have ever had that did not have a light to say was activated and on. So still to this day my husband and I both comment on this issue So my next purchase I will make sure it has a light. Otherwise works well a bit noisy and takes a while to heat a full kettle but it is easy to keep clean, water tastes fine so apart from the no light issue it is a good kettle.

Definitely this is the best Kettle we have ever owned. Holds 1 Litre and boils that amount very quickly and without any spillage at all. This… Read more

Kettle is light-medium weight and the water pours into the cup without any mess at all and at the same time, it is balanced well for the person holding it. We purchased the Stainless Steel version of this Kettle, however there is a clear glass version available as well. Slightly noisy when it first starts up, like most Kettles. It is a good shape and size for the average kitchen bench. We only purchased it because of the amazing reviews other people gave it, so we took a chance and just ordered it based on how other people rated it highly - glad we did!

Perfect Kettle! – I bought this Kettle after searching which was best...It looks fabulous, boils super quick, it's actually quiet. Be careful not to touch the outside… Read more

once boiled , it's hot... But that's no deterrent....better than most kettles that don't cost the earth, it's a very affordable price! Stainless steel is best, Stay away from toxic plastic.. Very Happy with my purchase!

Got it on special for half the price of most other Stainless Steel Kettle options.. and after using it for a week.. I mean im wondering why you would… Read more

need anything more.. my last one had all these fancy options and I literally just need an on/off button....

The button on the top if the only flaw, its very stiff at the start.. my wife couldnt open it.. I recommend using 2 thumbs! But after the first day its no problems now.. I mean its not as elegant as a more expensive kettle, but for under $50.. good to go..

I've had mine for over 12 years now. I'm not sure what the newer models are like but mine is like the Terminator. Show details

Razelle was great and happy to help with the issue I had. Thankyou.

The kettle has a cute, rustic look and is made of stainless steel, but there’s a fairly large plastic part inside that holds the mesh near the spout.… Read more

Since it sits in the kettle, it ends up being in contact with the water most of the time. This plastic piece is also attached to the handle and can’t be removed.

If you’re buying this kettle to avoid plastic, this might be something to keep in mind.

So very disappointed in this very expensive kettle, it is very heavy and you are unable to read the water level without holding it up to the light. It looks very nice but in action so disappointing. Show details

Kettle is very noisy and slow to boil. Most disturbing is that recently when filling a baby's bottle with water from the kettle, tiny black particles… Read more

were noticed. Not from the tap as I checked the tap water. I cleaned the inside of the kettle with a dish cloth and was shocked to find a black coating coming off the inside of the kettle. The kettle has now been thrown out but what damage to the family's health has occurred. Will now buy a recommended brand.

I bought a Distinta Perl pink electric kettle and toaster set from Delonghi and am extremely disappointed as the kettle leaks large amounts of water… Read more

through the base onto my bench top. Have bought De Longhi coffee machines, Toasters and jugs and a De Longhi dishwasher prior to this kettle. Now I have the pink toaster with no matching kettle and cannot find a colour to match my set.

Great kettle, pity about the stains – Looking for a compact kettle, I stumbled upon the 1 litre Maestro and was pleasantly surprised. While not as quiet as the Bella Aqua, it was better… Read more

looking and I was pleased with the light weight and fast boiling action. However I had to descale this kettle every week to remove brown stains on the base. I believe Sunbeam have used thinner metal on the base to make the kettle lighter, and this is getting too hot and causing the base to stain inside. Item has since been returned, and I will stick with the Bella Aqua for the moment. Shame because I liked this kettle.

We purchased a combination Sunbeam kettle and toaster from Myer in Macquarie, Sydney. Bought them in late October last year, for over $250, so… Read more

currently about 4 months old and the silver coating on parts of the kettle, near the water gauge has already shown some fine cracking and there is one piece that's fallen off....4 months! These items are so ridiculously expensive in shops generally and we only picked a very medium-priced set, however should we expect the machine to show wear signs and coating failures after four months? Our last kettle lasted 6 years with little marks or paint damage! More 'quality' products out in the market and would have expected better from Myer products and Sunbeam!

Awful – A Kettle must do three things Fill Boil Pour The Sunbeam Morning Frost Glass Kettle KE6200 does the first two of these adequately. The third it fails… Read more

miserably at. How is it possible that someone designs a kettle, goes to all the trouble of manufacture, packaging, advertising and distribution without twigging to the fact that the think can't pour without splashing boiling water all over the counter?

We recently had to replace our kettle. Had it for 5 years. Obviously we replaced this with exactly to same kettle. These just work and work and work. We love these and are so happy we found the same one. Show details

I've been looking for a kettle with the carry handle curved on top rather than on the side. As soon as I saw the cream legacy kettle online I knew it… Read more

was meant for me. It arrived quickly. And I was blown away by its sturdy stylish quality and overall magnificence. The clean expansive lines, tall easy carry handle, beautiful wide easy pour spout, the glossy black contrasting with the cream colour. This kettle is the ultimate in class and quality with a price to please the shopper. The legacy kettle is quick to boil and reasonably quiet. There is a little red light that shines near the bottom of the kettle. The only con would be the water level indicator, a little hard to see. But the fact that the kettle can be refilled from the spout certainly makes up for that. These are my first impressions. I've had many kettles in my 70 years but none has given me such pleasure as the stylish beauty of the Russell Hobbs Legacy Kettle

Cost about $16 in a supermarket. I've had it 6 or 7 years now. It's noisy, but considering its price and longevity, i will give it full stars anyway. A good kettle.

Great kettle, fast and not noisy – I was looking to replace my Russell Hobbs stainless steel kettle, which boiled okay but drowned out the radio because it was soo loud. The Breville… Read more

kettle is a revelation as I can now hear the radio over the kettle boiling. It boils water quicker as well. The pop-open lid is easy to use and refill the kettle. It is nice looking and I am happy with my purchase so far. I got mine as a return at Amazon for cheaper than usual. Normally $79.

CHEAP Plastic (from China?) used – Clear plastic on the rid cracked. Got replacement in 3 months. New one cracked again. It's a defect material Breville is using. I thought one of famous appliance companies could do better than this. Show details