4 steps to choosing a cool electric kettle

You want a kettle? In the modern market, there is such an assortment of models that the eyes literally run away: plastic and glass products, with push-button and touch controls, heatpots and even smart devices with a connection to a smartphone. Electric kettles have a number of advantages over conventional, metal devices: they quickly heat water, disconnect themselves, do not depend on fire, differ in wide functionality and stylish design. Below we tell you what to pay attention to not lose with the purchase.



Select a flask by size
The more spacious the kettle, the more water it is able to boil at a time, but at the same time consumes maximum electricity and time. Start from the following recommendations:

• models with a volume of less than a liter - a compact option for travel and hotel rooms;
  
• the device for 1-1.5 liters is designed for use in a family of 2-3 people;
  
• kettle with a flask of 1.5-2 liters - the most popular option, successful for both home and office;
  
• the device for 2-3 liters is useful for large families and the working team, where hot drinks are often drunk;
  
• Thermopots of three liters or more relevant in bars, restaurants, hotels, large corporations.
  

We're studying body material.
On sale you can find kettles made of plastic, ceramics, glass, metal, as well as combined options.

• plastic products are chosen for an affordable price and low weight, but there are complaints about the unpleasant smell of plastic when boiled (especially in cheap models);
  
• glass appliances are characterized by a spectacular design, environmental friendliness, often have interesting lighting, but require careful handling (can break or scratch);
  
• metal housing withstands mechanical damage, rarely fails, is easy to care for, but there is a risk of burning due to the heating of the metal, and water can be slightly oxidized (especially if you use tap water);
  
• Ceramic kettles are absolutely safe and do not affect the physical and chemical properties of the liquid, but are expensive and capricious in care.
  

At the peak of popularity - kettles made of combined material. For example, the combination of plastic and metal guarantees durability, wear resistance and a pleasant price of the device.
Calculate the power level.
The higher the performance of the kettle, the faster it heats water, but consumes more electricity. If you’re constantly in a hurry, pay attention to the most powerful models at 2200-2500 watts and above. They are able to boil 2 liters of water in just 2-3 minutes. For domestic use, a kettle for 1500-2000 W is enough. The larger the bulb volume, the higher the power should be.
We are considering additional functions
Among the little things that may be useful to you:

• smart-control through a mobile application, with which you can choose the water temperature, turn on the kettle remotely, study recipes and much more;
  
• mode "silent boiling", which will appeal to lovers of night tea;
  
• blocking from children, which prevents accidental pressing and opening of the lid;
  
• maintaining the temperature, which allows you to enjoy a warm drink even after some time after boiling the device;
  
• self-cleaning mode, which prevents the deposition of salts, the appearance of scale and corrosion;
  
• heating to a given temperature, which helps to brew different types of drinks.
  

Good shopping!