Capacity 1.5 litres/2.64 UK pints, U.K. three pin plug, 72cm/2'4" actual lead length (excl. plug & base), base diameter 16cm/6.3", lead/plug colour black.Available in black/grey or white/grey (being reviewed) colours, also matching two slice toasters are available.This is a fairly quiet, quick boil auto shut off plastic bodied kettle.It takes about 3 minutes to boil a full kettle of cold water (2.4 kW.)There are two clearly marked large transparent side windows; one side in cups, the other litres.The protruding chunky flat round power switch is located near it's base, under the handle.It has a concealed red LED light that illuminates when operating.The easy grip angled handle has been very effectively designed to minimise wrist pressure when pouring, say a full kettle.This is the prime reason I bought this due to dexterity issues, ideal for those with arthritis and being made of a quality plastic, is lighter and safer if accidentally touched having just boiled.In addition the water keeps warmer due to the less heat conduction being lost than with a metal kettle.The top/lid is flat with a recessed pull-back switch/knob set towards the centre.It is very positive, easy to use and effective.The hinged lid when open, remains at 90˚, giving a positive 'click' and feel when shut.Filling it with water and viewing the water level as it rises, has been well thought out, being easily seen.There is a removable scale filter mesh guard that slides out from the spout for cleaning.The spout's design creates a practical narrower stream of water when poured, with perfect attention to detail, being shaped cutting off the stream of water, preventing drips.Described as a cordless kettle, the power base has a chrome and grey finished circular disc with raised central spindle (not too high), enabling the kettle to dock easily.This is another considered design touch for those who may have weaker wrists and hands.Beneath the power base is a space for effective cord storage.The kettle has a concealed heating element, allowing the inside of the kettle to remain flat and uncluttered, thus it is a doddle to clean.I live in an extremely hard water area, so I regularly use food grade citric acid crystals (cheap and easily obtainable), to completely remove any scale by boiling a full kettle of water with a desert spoon full of citric acid.I allow it a further 10 minutes, then rinse it with fresh water, also unlike using vinegar, there is no odour or after taste.This kettle is a dream to clean if/when necessary with any water splashes on the outer body easily wiped away.The kettle arrived fully boxed, protected for transport and various leaflets/booklets from instructions to guarantees.Over the many years and experience of numerous kettles, including those with different temperature ranges, this single one is the best, most practical, most thoughtfully designed effective kettle, having all the best qualities that one may hope for in a kettle.It is truly a quality, well made and efficient kettle.Oh yes, all this and it is very fairly priced.Perfect!Now I must go for I am making my next cup of tea and the kettle has just boiled.See the photographs.
Great looks and appearance to enhance my Black Granite Work-surface Kitchen.
Nice kettle. Not heavy. Not too noisy. Downsides: narrow opening makes it difficult to give the inside a good clean (to some scale). The black colour does show up scale and watermarks. However, I like this so much that I may also get the matching toaster.
This sleek black gorgeous kettle matches my toaster perfectly and performs brilliantly.
Feels light yet a substantial feel to it , boils quickly ,pleased with my purchase .Black and chrome base makes it look more expensive
Great delivery. Smart kettle easy to fill and gentle noise when switched on.
This kettle is fabulous. Very stylish. Great value for money. The numbers are large and I like that you can see the water boiling behind the numbers. The on button is also large and easy to flick on, it lights up red too when on. I love that the kettle feels a bit retro to me with it's round style and round on button. I love the shiney black, I think it's easier to keep visibly clean compared to matt black or steel. The lid doesn't need detached to fill & this is a big plus in my book. I have never thought about 'the pour' before with a kettle but read about it a lot in previous reviews. Now I realise! The pour is excellent, it pours at a great angle requiring less of a tip. I also think this means less spills, certainly less than my previous kettle. It's also light weight. I'm very glad our old kettle packed in, I just love this one.
Having had the Dualit lite for 9 years I was very disappointed in the very expensive Classic I bought to replace it with, the on light failed after 2 weeks & I returned it! Not giving up easily I decided to try the studio! I bought the black to match my black lite toaster & so glad I did! Lightweight, easy flip lid to fill boils quick & looks very stylish! Highly recommend as delighted with it & less than half the price of the classic!