The kettle category includes a variety of kitchen appliances designed specifically to heat water quickly. These appliances are commonly used to prepare tea, coffee, instant soups and other drinks or foods requiring hot water.
Stainless steel electric kettle:
Stainless steel electric kettles are popular in Europe for their durability, corrosion resistance and stylish appearance.
They feature an integrated heating element and an electric base for rapid water heating.
Most models have an automatic shut-off function to prevent excessive boiling.
Notable European manufacturers: Russell Hobbs (UK), Bosch (Germany), De'Longhi (Italy).
Glass electric kettle:
Glass electric kettles are popular for their aesthetic
...BPA-free plastic electric kettles are lightweight, easy to handle and affordable.
They are often available in a variety of colours and designs.
Most models come with removable limescale filters for easy maintenance.
European manufacturers specialising in plastic kettles: Bodum (Switzerland), Morphy Richards (UK).
Variable-temperature electric kettles:
Some top-of-the-range electric kettles allow you to adjust the water temperature as required.
This is particularly useful for tea lovers, as different varieties of tea require different water temperatures.
Notable European manufacturers of variable temperature kettles: Sage (UK), Graef (Germany).
Retro-style cordless kettle:
Retro-style electric kettles are designed to evoke a vintage aesthetic.
They are usually made of stainless steel with chrome accents or plastic in bright retro colours.
These kettles add a touch of nostalgia to the kitchen.
European manufacturers of retro kettles: Smeg (Italy), Swan (UK).
Stainless steel electric kettle with temperature control:
Some top-of-the-range stainless steel electric kettles offer precise temperature control.
They allow you to heat water to different temperatures to prepare specific teas or coffees.
Notable European manufacturers of kettles with temperature control: Sage (UK), Graef (Germany).