The humble kettle has been around forever and it doesn’t do a bad job of boiling water. However, a traditional kettle takes time to boil, and we’re all time poor, right? So, prepare to bypass that old-school kettle of yours and upgrade to an instant hot water kettle.
An instant kettle can dispense piping-hot water right off the bat, taking mere seconds to come to the boil. All you need to do is top it up with some cold water, press a button and in a few seconds you’ll have ready-to-use boiling water.
It’s hardly surprising the Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser is such a hit with consumers. If you’re looking for an affordable but hugely practical hot water dispenser then this appliance is up there with the best of them. It can supply you with five 250ml cups of hot water without refilling, which is more than adequate for average needs.
We also like the simple-but-effective design of the water tank, which illuminates so you can keep a beady eye on how your water levels are faring. We’re also keen on the streamlined design, which makes cleaning the Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser a doddle.
And, as with any decent hot water kettle worth its salt, the drip tray can be easily removed and cleaned too, which is mighty handy if you’re a little slapdash with your cups of hot water. The design is such that you can fill up the tank by holding the unit under a tap, just like those old-school kettles. Simple.
The Morphy Richards 131004 Hot Water Dispenser looks like it means business with a design and build that is solid but slightly uninspiring. We do like the digital display, however, that gives crisp and clear information on what it is up to in terms of setting levels and so on.
You can select the water temperature that you want dispensed, right up to 100 degrees and the amounts can range from quick one-cup offerings through to pan-sized amounts for speedy cooking preparation.
Brita technology (with Maxtra filters) should stop, or at least slow, limescale build-up. While that’s nigh on impossible to prevent if you live in a hard water area, Brita filters are effective, though replacement filters are an additional cost to consider. It’s a plug-and-go machine too, so completely standalone with a 3 litre capacity water tank.
VonShef’s Hot Water Dispenser Instant Kettle is a treat on the eyes, especially if you’re used to a standard white, black or silver kettle. This no nonsense offering comes with delicious curves and basic features and functionality that makes it one of our best hot water kettle choices for not a lot of money
The VonShef is versatile too, allowing you to select the precise amount of water you want to be dispensed. So it’ll save you some money over time by avoiding wastage. Adding to the appeal is its rapid boiling potential, with 95-degree water being ready to go in between 5 and 8 seconds.
We love the simplicity on show here, with an On/Off button being pretty much the beginning and end of the hot water story. A 2.5 litre tank capacity means that the VonShef is good for around ten cups in one session too, so it’s perfect if you’ve got sizeable hot drink cravings, a family or pots to fill in a hurry.
With its imposing design the electriQ Digital Instant Hot Water Dispenser looks like it means business. It’s all about the speed of this machine too, with maximum 100° C hot water taking around 5 seconds to land in your cup. The other bonus with the electriQ is that its tank holds 4 litres, so that less refilling is needed. The appliance also boasts a filter for cleaner water.
There are actually six different temperature options, so you’ve got something across the heating spectrum depending on the requirement. However, we also like the child lock, which avoids any little ones dispensing hot water accidentally. The detachable tray takes care of any spillages too, rather than flooding all over your kitchen worktop.
As with any hot water dispenser the electriQ can deliver quite a lot of steam during its dispensing duties, so you need to watch your fingers with the buttons above the pouring area. But for quick and easy hot water on tap then this unit is a dependable performer.
The Cooks Professional Electric Instant Hot Water Dispenser follows a similar theme to the VonShef with elegant looks that kid you into thinking it should have cost more than it actually did. It also comes in different colours, so you can almost match it to your kitchen decor.
It has a generous 2.5 litre capacity, which means you can get lots of cups of boiling water between refills and we love the clearly marked water container that lets you see instantly the state of play on your aqua levels. It also seems pretty precise at filling your cup, so there’s no waste and that should save money over time.
Controlling water flow is done using an On and Off button, which requires minimal effort and therefore makes it a hit with us. However, we also like the easily removed drip tray, which can be swiftly emptied and wiped over if you’re a little too slow on the uptake on the difference between full and empty.
There’s an awful lot to like about the Addis Thermo Pot Instant Thermal Hot Water Boiler. It’s a bit pedestrian in the looks department – and that's being diplomatic – but the features come thick and fast, plus there’s a capacity of 5 litres, which makes it ideal for anyone needing hot water and lots of it.
The stainless steel finish promises durability, the carrying handle is useful when it’s time to fill up the tank and we like the overall ease of use on offer. A one-touch button dispenses up to 600ml of water in one serving, while the LCD display is handy for seeing what setting is currently selected.
You can buy the Addis Thermo Pot Instant Thermal Hot Water Boiler with two different capacity options too, with a slightly more frugal 3.5 litre model being ideal if you’re not in need of 5 litres of water anytime soon. Addis states that the unit only needs 680 watts to boil the water you need, which is then kept constantly hot using a further 2 watts. Impressive.
