Tefal Vitesse

Started leaking after 6 months – This kettle worked well initially and we were pretty happy that its metal so the hot water doesn't sit in plastic for a long time. But it started to leak from the base after about 6 months of use, so it soaked and damaged our wooden cabinet that i was sitting on. The spout filter also tore within 3 months of use but we could easily replace that.… Read more

The leaking we couldn't fix so we had to buy a new kettle. Metal body Started leaking water from the base

Good kettle – We got this kettle as a gift and thought at first that the volume could be too little for us, but its perfect. Most of the time one litre is plenty and its so fast that on the odd occasion that we need more, we just boil a second time. Its still reliable with a few years of use. Fast, quiet. After about five years of use it is a little bit slower to boil, but still pretty good.

Not worth the money – Bought this kettle 2 years ago hoping that it won't develop leaks like my previous 2 stainless steel kettles from other manufacturers. Alas, in the last two months it started leaking. I am really put off as it wasn't cheap. My next kettle will be a cheaper plastic model and brand. They do start looking somewhat grotty with time, but never leak, are much quieter and seem to last forever. Good looks Very noisy and leaks after less than 2 years.

OK – I'm generally not too happy with this kettle, and going to take it back. The large opening is nice for cleaning, the base is alright too. Overall, the design raises too many flaws. Solid build, the way they it's built is nice - less areas for dirty to gather. Weight distribution in design is poor, rust starts to appear very early on on the rim,… Read more

and 6-months later a rust spot appeared inside the kettle on the side (stainless steel is meant to be rust proof).