In fact, most of our Eco Buy kettles have been awarded the title because of their speedy boiling. If a kettle is able to reach boiling point in around three minutes, it will use far less energy than one that takes four or five minutes to boil the same amount.
So if you’re looking to cut down on your energy bills you’re far better off choosing a fast boil kettle as it’ll likely save you money in the long run. You won’t be left waiting around for your morning cuppa either, which is a nice bonus.
Which kettle boils the fastest?
While we have tested kettles that can boil a litre of water in less than two-and-a-half minutes, we’ve also come across models that take almost four minutes, so there could be quite a lot of difference between two products sitting next to each other on a shelf.
Do note that just because a kettle scored well in the speed element of our tests, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a good all-round model. Some of the kettles we’ve reviewed and rated are nearly Don’t Buys, as they scored poorly on our tests, so be sure to read our full reviews before making your final decision.
Here are some fast boil kettles we’ve tested recently. If the recommended retail price is the same as the listed deal price, then now’s not a good time to buy. So hold off unless you really have to buy now
Daewoo Hive SDA1970, around £29
You won’t be left standing around waiting for a well-deserved cuppa if you opt for this kettle, as it boils a litre of water (enough for four hot drinks) in a little over two minutes and 40 seconds. The minimum fill is two cupfuls rather than just one cup though, so you might end up wasting water if you’re the only tea-drinker at home.
The 360-degree rotational base aims to make this kettle easy to use for both left and right-handed people, plus there’s boil dry protection to prevent the inside from damage. We’ve tested the matching Daewoo Hive SDA1968 toaster too, if you like the idea of a colour-coordinated kitchen.
Russell Hobbs Textures 21270, around £22
This affordable kettle has been on the market for a long while now and has been put through its paces in our test lab on two separate occasions. Both times it has impressed us with its speedy boiling times, taking just over two minutes and 40 seconds to boil a litre of water.
The minimum fill amount is a very eco-friendly 235ml too, so you won’t need to waste time or energy boiling any more water than is necessary. It can hold enough water for up to seven hot drinks and the water gauge has handy cup measurements too.
Tower Terrazzo T10065TAN, around £40
This speedy kettle will boil a litre of water in just two-and-a-half minutes, so you’ll have just enough time to get out a couple of mugs – and maybe the biscuit tin, too. You can boil as little as 235ml at a time, which is ideal if you’re the only one at home who fancies a hot drink.
The total capacity of this model is 1.7 litres, which is about standard compared to other kettles we’ve tested and will allow you to make up to seven drinks at once. There are matching two-slot and four-slot toasters available to buy, too.
What to look for in an energy-saving kettle
There’s a handful of important things to look for when choosing an eco-friendly kettle. These are:
- A brief overboil time
- A low minimum fill
- The ability to boil quickly
- A clear water level indicator
These will give you the best chance of being as energy-efficient as you possibly can, saving you time and (more importantly) money.
