Bosch Styline Sensor TWK86101GB Variable Temperature Cordless Kettle, 1.5 Litres, 3000W – White
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Product Benefits
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Select your favourite colour to suit your kitchen and lifestyleEnjoy the variety! Discover the colour that best matches your kitchen and your other appliances! With Bosch you start every morning with perfect taste and stylish design. The Bosch Styline Toaster TAT8611GB is the perfect matching partner that will look good in any kitchen. | Variable Temperature SettingsImprove Flavour with Temperature Control True tea lovers know that the temperature of the water has to be exactly right for their type of tea — because that’s the only way for the flavours to develop perfectly. To meet this demand, you can now adjust the water temperature in seven stages—from 70°C to 100°C— on the base with an LED display indicating when each temperature stage is reached. | KeepWarm FunctionBenefit from the keep warm function that allows the selected temperature to last for up to 30 minutes. | Double-walled stainless steelDouble-walled stainless steel housing for convenience and safety. The double-wall of the kettle keeps the boiled water hotter for longer, while the outside remains cool and safe to touch. High quality with innovative safety features. |
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| Series | Styline Sensor | Styline Sensor | DesignLine Plus | DesignLine | Country | Village |
| Colours Available | White/Silver | Black/Silver, White/Silver | Silver/Black, Cream, Copper, | Silver/Black, White/Black, Black. | Black | White, Black, Cream |
| Connection ratings (w) | 300W | 3000W | 3000W | 3000W | 3000W | 3000W |
| Volume | 1.7L | 1.7L | 1.7L | 1.7L | 1.5L | 1.7L |
| No of temperature settings | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Display | Touch Screen | LED Display | ||||
| Keep warm function | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic | Plastic |
| Case | Double Walled | Double Walled | ||||
| Other features | Boil dry protection, cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. | Boil Dry Protection, Cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. | Illuminated switch, Boil Dry Protection, cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. | Illuminated switch, Boil Dry Protection, cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. | Illuminated switch, Boil Dry Protection, cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. | Illuminated switch, boil dry protection, Cordless, cord storage in base, limescale filter, safety auto shut off. |
| Weight: | 1.78 kg |
| Dimensions: | 15.5 x 23.5 x 24.5 cm; 1.78 Kilograms |
| Brand: | Bosch |
| Model: | TWK86101GB |
| Colour: | White |
| Colour: | White |
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Best kettle I have owned.
I drink a lot of tea and I mean a lot! I also tend to get busy and forget about the kettle once boiled, but this removed having to reboil it as it would just maintain the temps I want!
It’s perfect for Matcha at 70C, green teas at 80C and black (normal) tea at 100C. I love it and when it eventually dies I’ll be buying another, or what ever the latest model at the time is.
Excellent kettle highly recommended. One of the best ok the market.
Superb kettle. Fast boiling and looks great in our kitchen. Take no notice of the negative reviews. Had ours for a few months now and still works like a charm. It states NOT to get the base of kettle wet…clearly people have been getting the base wet and its led to eventual corrosion and leaks. Well done bosch!
Functional and stylish
Looks great, very stylish. Works extremely well and efficiently. The different temperature modes and keep warm facility are a great asset i use them all the time. I keep the temperature guide handy to refer to. Very light and easy to keep clean which is a must for me as i live in a hard water area.
Functional and stylish
Looks great, very stylish. Works extremely well and efficiently. The different temperature modes and keep warm facility are a great asset i use them all the time. I keep the temperature guide handy to refer to. Very light and easy to keep clean which is a must for me as i live in a hard water area.
Functional and stylish
Looks great, very stylish. Works extremely well and efficiently. The different temperature modes and keep warm facility are a great asset i use them all the time. I keep the temperature guide handy to refer to. Very light and easy to keep clean which is a must for me as i live in a hard water area.
Sleek and elega
Absolutely love this kettle best one I’ve had to date. Some might think it’s a bit much to spend on a kettle but it has been worth every penny. It’s quick boil, energy efficient as far as I can see, low noise even a little beep to let u know it’s boiled. Seems larger than my previous buys but that just gives me more reason to drink more. It’s sleek and elegant looking good finish to any kitche
The kettle doesn't leak.
My previous kettle was a Bosch but it began to leak about 12 months after I purchased. I continued using the kettle for some time but eventually decided it wasn’t really very safe to have a leaking kettle. I was going to order the same model again as I really loved it, it had a large water capacity and it fitted my kitchen decor perfectly. However when I read the reviews on Amazon it was apparent that the leak must be a design fault and many, many people had experienced leaking from this kettle. So I ordered the Bosch Model TWK89633GB instead. This kettle looks similar to my previous model but has a smaller water capacity. However, the main feature is IT DOESN’T LEAK.
So good I bought anothe
The second one I have bought. The first one has lasted years and is still operational, apart from a small leak – which is the main fault of this kettle, after a few years usage. However loved it so much with its keep warm feature, bleep when ready and attractive appearance that couldn’t resist another.
As one would have tried so many kettles in their lifetime, but this kettle is simply different class altogether. Great buy. What I love about it is 1/3 full would boil in less than a minute. Its very well made, hence the price is not cheap but worth every penny. Another great feature is the temperature control as some hot drinks don’t need to be prepared very hot such as black tea, so you are able to control the temperature which costs less to boil, and will add up by end of the year, also keep hot feature also means that you don’t need to boil again in case it takes too long to get dressed and water in the kettle remains hot, and this also means saving on electricity and money. Wholeheartedly recommended
Sleek and efficie
Absolutely fab! Never spent this much money on a kettle before but it’s so worth the money. Looks sleek, not bulky and neat in my kitchen. The boil is rapid and the keep warm feature a welcome addition. Its beeps when you press buttons and when it reaches temperature. A good idea if you in another room, you know when its boiled.
This has been our daily kitchen kettle for about 6 years now until just failing yesterday. For a kettle that’s used multiple times a day, every day, and which has some slightly more advanced circuitry than the average (for the temperature detection and setting) that’s not a bad lifespan. Not perfect, but certainly acceptable given the price. It’s quick to boil (being a 3kW device), the ability to set a target temperature is surprisingly useful (e.g. hot water bottle for the kids which probably doesn’t want to be 100 degrees, or for heating a cafetire of coffee just right). The one *really* annoying feature (which unfortunately seems to be a really annoying feature of so many products these days): it beeps. Really loudly. When you set it to boil, and when it finishes boiling.
I’ve been sorely tempted to take it apart and de-solder the damned beeper but now it’s failed I’m definitely going to take the thing apart and see if 1) it’s an easy fix and 2) if so, where that damned beeper is! If it’s well and truly broken … well, I’d seriously consider ordering another one anyway and just voiding the warranty to ditch that beeper given the lifespan seems pretty good anyway.
Long lasting Highly recommended.
I bought this kettle 10/01/2012 and unfortunately it died after 8 years and 5 months. I immediately replaced with the exact same model, as it is the best kettle we have had. The element and electrics were still good, but one of the spring contacts in the base failed with repeated use. Usually in the past other makes have leaked or the element have gone, often within a year. I can highly recommend this kettle.
Extremely satisfied
It has taken me at least three weeks to decide which make I would finally purchase. The reviews on several makes were very helpful. We are a large family, and the kettle is so important when we need a quick cup of coffee or tea, and very useful when cooking and need boiling water at the flip of a switch. Quick boiling, wonderful feature keeps water warm for up to 30 min., not noisy and at capacity of 1.7 ltrs. fantastic for my needs.. This kettle has met all my expectations. I am so pleased with this product . Delivery was very quick next day actually. Just a tad heavy but feels durable. Not necessarily recommending if someone has a problem with lifting a kettle, but it is still manageable. Am very happy to have chosen this kettle.
Silent kettle
We had one previously to go with other Bosch appliances but with controls on the base. As we live in a very hard limescale area and despite using a water filter had to descale the kettle often. Decided that I could just as well descale a cheaper kettle and tried out two other makes in between. I found I was descaling even more. Gone back to this one and just love it so quiet and worth the extra plus this was not a bramnd new one but you cannot tell at all. Seller recommended.
Silent kettle
We had one previously to go with other Bosch appliances but with controls on the base. As we live in a very hard limescale area and despite using a water filter had to descale the kettle often. Decided that I could just as well descale a cheaper kettle and tried out two other makes in between. I found I was descaling even more. Gone back to this one and just love it so quiet and worth the extra plus this was not a bramnd new one but you cannot tell at all. Seller recommended.
Got tired looking for off-brand temperature control kettles only to have to return them because of the poor quality.
So I went ahead and put the extra money for the very reputable Bosch brand.
While I’m not the biggest fan of the design and the big logo on the front, I’m very happy with the quality. Its actually quite huge, feels very sturdy and of very good quality. Basic useful temperature presets (really don’t need more – or less- than those 4) and the optional keep warm button. Even the cap, that tends to be really cheap and dodgy on other kettles, feels very reliable. The plastic handle -you’d it would be too weak to carry a kettle filled with water – is very nice, sturdy and ergonomic.
It’s also pretty quiet I find, when boiling.
I like that the whole kettle is off, even when putting the kettle back on the base, and that you have to manually turn it on by pressing the button. No waste of electricity
Overall, so very happy that I just gave up on looking for sth 20 cheaper and went with this
A fantastic kettle
I bought this as I’d made a mistake with a Russell Hobbs Luna, which turned out to be really noisy despite their claims that it was up to 75% quieter.
This Bosch is a total joy – yes, it beeps to let you know you’ve turned it on and it beeps to let you know it’s done its job!!! I don’t mind that. This is a good looking appliance. I like the adjustable temperature, it might encourage me to try herbal teas.
Brilliant kettle
Don’t normally get excited by a kettle but this Bosch is excellent!
I cannot comment on durability, only had it two days, but the build quality, the quietness of the actual water heating operation and the clean water flavour are all excellent.
The variable temperatures has already changed my wife’s view of coffee and the facility to keep water at the correct temperature has already proved useful.
All in all, a great kettle at a reasonable cost.
Superb kettle
I have to say, this kettle is still the best I’ve used by far! I especially love the fact that the kettle itself is cordless, plus you can set it to boil at different temperatures (very useful if you’re a tea person and have many different types of loose leaf tea). It works great and is really good value for money.
Recommended, reviewing 3.5 years on...
Reviewing the kettle almost 3.5 years since purchasing there have been zero faults. The lid still opens easily and it still boils somewhat accurately quickly. I say somewhat as I would describe it from day one, ie this isn’t a scientific instrument!
Built like a tank, the majority problems I’ve read people are having / asking are 100% user errors.
We regularly descale it as we live in a hard water area and we use filtered water in it. The only way I can see this being replaced before it breaks through age is when we upgrade to an instant hot/cold water system or a more accurate kettle for coffee.
Efficient kettle
Our second one as last one broke a bimetalic contact but was about 5 years old and Bosch will only supply a new base at twice the cost of a complete replacement. Beeper is quieter which we like. It’s quick to boil but we like the temperature options as some coffee drinks sachets require water not boiling so we set to 90 deg. Easy to clean with gauze filter in pouring spout. We use filtered water so scale is not an issue with this model.
Good Its a Bosch, what would you expect. But Flavour in a kettle, whats that about?
This has just replaced one of the same units, which has given many years of good service and now has a slight leek if filled to capacity. Every thing in our kitchen is Bosch, just replacing the Washing machine, Dish Washer and Clothes Drier after twenty years of excellent service. The units prior to these also gave the same type of service for 18 years, but had to be replaced due to a river flooding our home.
Great kettle, sticky lid
I decided to leave it over a year before I gave my review. Overall a good kettle. Boils quick. Love the choice of temperature so I can make green tea at 80c. The only downside as others have indicated is the lid. After about 8 months, I noticed it started to stick. I haven’t figured out why as the release catches look clear and I only boil with filtered water so no chance of furring. Doesn’t stick all the time but it’s annoying.
This is the longest delay between receiving a product and writing a review I’ve ever had. Purchased in early 2014 and six years later still working virtually perfectly. Only sometimes does the lid take a couple of presses of the button to open. No complaints from me!
This is the longest delay between receiving a product and writing a review I’ve ever had. Purchased in early 2014 and six years later still working virtually perfectly. Only sometimes does the lid take a couple of presses of the button to open. No complaints from me!
Good Kettle but for the desig
I would give 5 stars to this kettle if the design was also a little better . it looks a little bulky as it is very round and has this black plastic surface that i hope will stay in good condition in the future. for the rest is great has several temperature settings and keep warm function , is also quite compared to other kettles i had in the past.
Good sturdy kettle with added advantage of variable temperature settings & keep warm functionality. This unit was purchased to replace an identical item that had been in use for ~10 years and which started to leak through pitting of the plastic level sighting widow caused by collapsing steam bubbles/cavitation on the inside surface over a long period. It’s also important to descale regularly to prevent erratic automatic swithing off, i.e. before reaching set temperature.
Pros and cons more cons
My first purchase of this kettle was nearly 85 which was a few years ago now it did its job was fast boiling after around a year it started playing up everytime you pressed button to start it was pot luck if it came on given it had quite a lot of use I was a bit shocked Given the price I purchased a cheaper one but when this dropped in price My son purchased another as it has a good handle grip and is good for suffers of arthritis it is a great modern looking kettle very contemporary. However looks can be deceiving Please be aware that if you fill it to max it spits hot water everywhere soaking your entire worktop and scalded my hand so please be aware especially if you have small children I couldnt leave it to boil and walk away I had to stay which is ridiculous went back to old kettle now
Not as good for limescale as I was hoping and the temperature controls seem a little off!
The kettle is quite quick and not overly noisy but it cools down very quickly and the limescale filter really isn’t very good. (Admittedly, I live in London, but I did specifically do as much research as I could to try to avoid this.) I now filter all water before putting it in the kettle and occasionally use a strainer in addition. I’m also not convinced that the temperatures reached are as high as the kettle states. I can usually drink the tea immediately when it’s meant to have been at 100 degrees, whereas anywhere else I have to wait a good few minutes for it to cool down a little! The kettle is quite heavy but not as bad as a SMEG. It looks stylish enough and for the price it’s not bad.
Not as good for limescale as I was hoping and the temperature controls seem a little off!
The kettle is quite quick and not overly noisy but it cools down very quickly and the limescale filter really isn’t very good. (Admittedly, I live in London, but I did specifically do as much research as I could to try to avoid this.) I now filter all water before putting it in the kettle and occasionally use a strainer in addition. I’m also not convinced that the temperatures reached are as high as the kettle states. I can usually drink the tea immediately when it’s meant to have been at 100 degrees, whereas anywhere else I have to wait a good few minutes for it to cool down a little! The kettle is quite heavy but not as bad as a SMEG. It looks stylish enough and for the price it’s not bad.
Not as good for limescale as I was hoping and the temperature controls seem a little off!
The kettle is quite quick and not overly noisy but it cools down very quickly and the limescale filter really isn’t very good. (Admittedly, I live in London, but I did specifically do as much research as I could to try to avoid this.) I now filter all water before putting it in the kettle and occasionally use a strainer in addition. I’m also not convinced that the temperatures reached are as high as the kettle states. I can usually drink the tea immediately when it’s meant to have been at 100 degrees, whereas anywhere else I have to wait a good few minutes for it to cool down a little! The kettle is quite heavy but not as bad as a SMEG. It looks stylish enough and for the price it’s not bad.
Very easy to use -it's a kettle.
Liked everything once I worked out how to get the top to open every time when the big button is pressed. The secret is to press it at the back, near the handle, although others seem to press it anywhere and get the lid to open, at least some of the time.
Otherwise, it boils water for tea or 80 degrees for coffee.
Very easy to use -it's a kettle.
Liked everything once I worked out how to get the top to open every time when the big button is pressed. The secret is to press it at the back, near the handle, although others seem to press it anywhere and get the lid to open, at least some of the time.
Otherwise, it boils water for tea or 80 degrees for coffee.
Very easy to use -it's a kettle.
Liked everything once I worked out how to get the top to open every time when the big button is pressed. The secret is to press it at the back, near the handle, although others seem to press it anywhere and get the lid to open, at least some of the time.
Otherwise, it boils water for tea or 80 degrees for coffee.
Very easy to use -it's a kettle.
Liked everything once I worked out how to get the top to open every time when the big button is pressed. The secret is to press it at the back, near the handle, although others seem to press it anywhere and get the lid to open, at least some of the time.
Otherwise, it boils water for tea or 80 degrees for coffee.
German engineering and reliability
Why would you pay this much money for a kettle? Here is why:
1. German engineering and reliability (we have been through 3 cheap kettles – the last one only lasted 3 months)
2. Ease of use and super clever
3. we always by bosch – has never let us down.
Best kettle ever!
This kettle is ideal for those who have weak hands or the shakes. It is completely insulated allowing it to be supported and the sides held immediately after boiling. Excellent choice of temperatures, ideal for certain teas, coffees etc that don’t require boiling water. I already had this kettle and bought this one for my parents. They love it! This newer version is improved, the button on top is larger and is much easier to open. The controls are on the base, rather than the kettle itself, easier for failing eyes too.
Love it!!!
Love this kettle! It isn’t any more noisy than othe kettles and the beep isn’t like a fire alarm going off, which reading other reviews I was a bit unsure about.. it’s just 2 beeps that you could only hear in the same room. The water gauge is a bit dark but it’s just as easy to open the lid and look in. Really pleased, looks nice and works a charm. Only real downside is the cord isn’t massively long, much shorter than other kettles so had to rearrange worktops a bit.
Works just as described
Having bought a couple of temperature controlled kettles that have let me down in the past 12 months I was careful when choosing another. I went for a Bosch because of their good name for reliability and I disregarded most of the negative comments in the reviews for the product. And I’m glad I did as it works perfectly for me, reaching the required temperature quickly, it’s not too noisy, it looks smart and it’s not too big.
Bought this to replace a disappointing, overpriced Brabantia kettle that broke far too quickly.
It’s plastic, which I thought I would dislike, but to be fair it’s a high quality plastic and doesn’t affect the water taste at all, plus it doesn’t heat up dangerously like most metal ones. The boil is very fast, and you can set it to a few temperature presets other than boiling for coffee, hot water bottles etc. There’s also a keep warm function that holds the temperature just below boiling though I’d rather just time things better than use electricity unnecessarily. Oh yeah, and it beeps when it’s done, so no more listening out for the click of the switch. Top feature in my book. Overall, very good.
Good purchase
I was replacing the kettle almost every 3 years once and recently purchased the BOSCH after doing a bit of research on the internet. I hope this serves me better as the cost is twice that of the other ones.
Speedy next day delivery without any extra charges! Looks elegant. Wider top lid opening helps to fill water easily from the tap without splashing all over. Good-sized water level indicator window allows me to fill the water to the required level, without having to use my glasses! I hope to save some energy as I am not heating too much of water and thanks to the 4 level temperature setting I need not boil water to the boiling temperature. (saves some time too..) The only disappointment is that it is as noisy as the other ones. My 3 year timer starts for this kettle now…
Good purchase
I was replacing the kettle almost every 3 years once and recently purchased the BOSCH after doing a bit of research on the internet. I hope this serves me better as the cost is twice that of the other ones.
Speedy next day delivery without any extra charges! Looks elegant. Wider top lid opening helps to fill water easily from the tap without splashing all over. Good-sized water level indicator window allows me to fill the water to the required level, without having to use my glasses! I hope to save some energy as I am not heating too much of water and thanks to the 4 level temperature setting I need not boil water to the boiling temperature. (saves some time too..) The only disappointment is that it is as noisy as the other ones. My 3 year timer starts for this kettle now…
Good purchase
I was replacing the kettle almost every 3 years once and recently purchased the BOSCH after doing a bit of research on the internet. I hope this serves me better as the cost is twice that of the other ones.
Speedy next day delivery without any extra charges! Looks elegant. Wider top lid opening helps to fill water easily from the tap without splashing all over. Good-sized water level indicator window allows me to fill the water to the required level, without having to use my glasses! I hope to save some energy as I am not heating too much of water and thanks to the 4 level temperature setting I need not boil water to the boiling temperature. (saves some time too..) The only disappointment is that it is as noisy as the other ones. My 3 year timer starts for this kettle now…
Bosh Black Kettle fiasco.
Liked the style and look, the boiling of water is quick but this is our second one of these, we thought with first that we had purchased a Friday job! Main fault with this kettle is the lid keeps sticking, which means you have to place the kettle down to press lid button and lift lid from the spout! Not really convenient especially when it’s relatively warm. So basically we needn’t have bought the second kettle as the first was working perfectly fine apart from the lid and the second is just the same!!!
I bought my first Bosch kettle years and years ago (I don’t remember when). But I took early retirement 10 years ago and it was pre that. I drink coffee all day and I also brew beer as a hobby – so the kettle is used for quick heating for disinfecting etc. I also use it when cooking, cleaning etc.
The point being: its had a phenomenal amount of use and i started wondering a few years ago when it would finally give up the ghost. It still works fine – just a tiny leak from the plastic strip on the side, which I could probably seal, but I thought, no, another Bosch! (other retirees take cruises, I thrill to kettles). The old one is backup now.
Its pricey, but its a Rolls Royce of kettles – a pleasure to handle, the new features re. temp control brilliant (and very usable re. brewing, cooking etc – multi purpose, not just for a gallon of coffee a day – and yes, I do prefer instant to machine).
I just got it so maybe the durability 5 stars is a little premature but there’s every chance its the last kettle I buy – i.e. it’ll outlast me – , so I thought I’d better report now. I am a 100% Bosch fan and if I’m looking for something, will buy the Bosch version if there is one. In my personal experience, everything they make has the durability of a cockroach (that’s meant as a compliment).
I bought my first Bosch kettle years and years ago (I don’t remember when). But I took early retirement 10 years ago and it was pre that. I drink coffee all day and I also brew beer as a hobby – so the kettle is used for quick heating for disinfecting etc. I also use it when cooking, cleaning etc.
The point being: its had a phenomenal amount of use and i started wondering a few years ago when it would finally give up the ghost. It still works fine – just a tiny leak from the plastic strip on the side, which I could probably seal, but I thought, no, another Bosch! (other retirees take cruises, I thrill to kettles). The old one is backup now.
Its pricey, but its a Rolls Royce of kettles – a pleasure to handle, the new features re. temp control brilliant (and very usable re. brewing, cooking etc – multi purpose, not just for a gallon of coffee a day – and yes, I do prefer instant to machine).
I just got it so maybe the durability 5 stars is a little premature but there’s every chance its the last kettle I buy – i.e. it’ll outlast me – , so I thought I’d better report now. I am a 100% Bosch fan and if I’m looking for something, will buy the Bosch version if there is one. In my personal experience, everything they make has the durability of a cockroach (that’s meant as a compliment).
Stylish, quiet, fast boiling
Husband chose this kettle as he does not like “boring” looking ones! We have had 2 glass Russell Hobbs kettles in the past but eventually the lid handle becomes loose and the screw rusts. After reading reviews about this one we bought it and are not disappointed. The beeping when you switch it on and when it boils is not too loud as some people mentioned, and we quite like the fact that we are alerted when it’s boiled. Very fast boiling and not too noisy. Quieter than our last kettles.
Stylish, quiet, fast boiling
Husband chose this kettle as he does not like “boring” looking ones! We have had 2 glass Russell Hobbs kettles in the past but eventually the lid handle becomes loose and the screw rusts. After reading reviews about this one we bought it and are not disappointed. The beeping when you switch it on and when it boils is not too loud as some people mentioned, and we quite like the fact that we are alerted when it’s boiled. Very fast boiling and not too noisy. Quieter than our last kettles.
Stylish, quiet, fast boiling
Husband chose this kettle as he does not like “boring” looking ones! We have had 2 glass Russell Hobbs kettles in the past but eventually the lid handle becomes loose and the screw rusts. After reading reviews about this one we bought it and are not disappointed. The beeping when you switch it on and when it boils is not too loud as some people mentioned, and we quite like the fact that we are alerted when it’s boiled. Very fast boiling and not too noisy. Quieter than our last kettles.
This kettle is a new purchase as I write this however I had this kettle before and the previous one lasted for many years. Two years ago I finally had to replace it and I thought I would try something different – I wish I hadn’t as it lasted less than two years! This one is very simple to use, it has a very rapid boil. You can set the temperature at 70/80/90 or 100 or just take it off when it reaches the temperature as the numbers light up as it reaches the temperature. I often do coffee at 90. The handle is soft grip rubber on the inside. it has a easy push button to open the lid. If you take the kettle off before it reaches 100 when you replace it – it does not continue boiling again which is a bonus. Look well made – pours easily and I hopefully this one will last as long as the last one.
Just bought this kettle for the second time. Love the design and the functions of this Bosch kettle. The first kettle was about 6 years old and unfortunately we live in an extremely hard water area, so there has been a big build up of scale inside the kettle over the past couple of years, even after cleaning some amount of scale still remains. As has been mentioned by others, there is a leak at the base (it’s probably been there for about 2 years now) and it’s got to the stage where the leak has begun to cause problems for my beech worktop, so I have decided its time for out with the old and in with the new. Kettle arrives tomorrow.
My family and I like the kettle a lot. Yes, it is noisy but it heats the water quickly and it is easy to use. It shows the water temperature, which turned out to be quite useful when we need water for tea (we let it cool off until the temperature drops to 80C). We have been using it daily for over 2 years now but just around the second year we noticed that it leaks at the base. I thought of buying another one but not reading other people’s experiences, I realise that the leak is common to this and the comparable Bosch model.Such a shame! I will look for another brand though I enjoyed using this one.
I bought this kettle in 2013, I liked its colour scheme (black and sliver), it’s size, that it is cordless and that it’s a Bosch and I thought that it would be reliable. I can report in 2018 that it’s still going strong, working well. Occasionally I use the temperature settings but not that often (say once a month). I’m very happy customer and would recommend it.
Update 2021 – It’s still going strong! Reading my 2018, review all I would add is that I hardly use the temperature settings; say once a year.
I bought this kettle in 2013, I liked its colour scheme (black and sliver), it’s size, that it is cordless and that it’s a Bosch and I thought that it would be reliable. I can report in 2018 that it’s still going strong, working well. Occasionally I use the temperature settings but not that often (say once a month). I’m very happy customer and would recommend it.
Update 2021 – It’s still going strong! Reading my 2018, review all I would add is that I hardly use the temperature settings; say once a year.
Let me say that these are the best kettles i have owned. Love the kettle. Excellent design and quick, quiet boil…
Caveat: This is the third Bosch cordless kettle i have had, the previous two (different model) have developed a leak after about a year…Bosch just don’t respond in anyway to complaints about this obvious problem. If you read other reviews you will see that i am not the only one to have this problem. I used to love all Bosch products and recommended spending a little more for them to anyone who would listen. However, after the shocking customer service (for which there is no excuse) I will not recommend again. I have only given them this last chance because Amazon refunded the price of the previous failed kettle (Excellent Amazon service!)
As i said at the beginning, this is the best kettle i have owned, but if this one leaks i will be looking for a different brand and Bosch will no longer feature in my house.
This s a great kettle. It look pretty smart, boils quickly and has water temperature control. The only complaint I have, and it looks like a common problem with this kettle, is the lid. When trying to open the lid to fill with water, the button can be a bit temperamental and it will take a few attempts before the lid will flip open. The lid feels a bit wobbly too, but at the moment it still works, for how long I’m not sure. I bought it about a year ago.
Almost perfec
I’ve waited some time before reviewing to make sure there were no teething issues. It works fine. Very comfortable to hold. No problems with the lid as others have mentioned. No discernible alien flavours to the water. It pours well without dripping. No leaks. I like the built in cable storage. It boils nice and quickly. I like the lid mechanism, one press and it opens up on a hinge so you don’t have to put the lid down and pick it back up. The only criticism I can make it that the level indicator is where the handle is to it’s hard to see when you’re holding it and filling it at the tap. If you manoeuvre your grip so you can see the water level your then holding it so the lid hides the tap. You can always watch the level as you fill it by looking inside the kettle however I actually use the capacity markings and you can’t see them by looking inside. In all I would have found it perfect if the water level indicator was on the side. I would probably have marked it down 2-4% for that. No where near enough to lose a star for.
Best kettle I have bought in 30 year' s
Bought this in march. After reading the review’s I was a little apprehensive because of some of the negative comments. First of all the water collecting in the base, this has never happened with mine, but it does say in the instructions that this is possible due to condensation and that it is okay. The problem with the lid does exist but only if you are overly forceful when pressing the button, but it is still easy to open. I have been married for over 30 year’s and in that time I have bought many kettles and this one is by far the best one I have had. It is fast and relatively quiet and the beep when it has reached temperature is very useful, as indeed are the different set temperatures as different tea’s and coffee really are better if made at the correct temperature. Safe to say I love this kettle and would definitely recommend it to my family and friend’s.
From 1 star to 4 star - thanks to excellent Customer Service from Bosch
My original 1-star review is below, but I am pleased to confirm that in spite of me having gone past the 30 day return window offered by the Amazon seller, I contacted Bosch Customer Services and they were brilliant. They took details of the problem, sent me a link to download a free returns postage label. Within approx. 1 week of shipping it back, we had a brand new replacement delivered. Excellent service. The product itself looks great and does the job, as you’d expect from Bosch.
Original 1-star review follows…..
The kettle is leaking at the base. I am trying to return for a replacement but I am 2 weeks past the “cut off” for this. Not impressed if nobody can help me with this. Other than that it looks good. Just a shame it doesn’t keep all the water inside, as opposed to leaking it all over the worktop. 🙁
and holds a good family sized quantity
This is the fastest kettle I have ever owned, and holds a good family sized quantity. Easy to use and keep clean. Some other reviewers have disliked the beep that signals starting or finishing the boil, and yes it can grate on the ears, but without it I can see that you would often be wrong footed in thinking the kettle was not working or was still heating up – it is that fast – but a simple buzzer on/off function would be welcome. The fill viewing panel is in the most awkward position – under the handle – but I don’t care as this is simply the best kettle I have ever had.
and holds a good family sized quantity
This is the fastest kettle I have ever owned, and holds a good family sized quantity. Easy to use and keep clean. Some other reviewers have disliked the beep that signals starting or finishing the boil, and yes it can grate on the ears, but without it I can see that you would often be wrong footed in thinking the kettle was not working or was still heating up – it is that fast – but a simple buzzer on/off function would be welcome. The fill viewing panel is in the most awkward position – under the handle – but I don’t care as this is simply the best kettle I have ever had.
We love this kettle
We love this kettle. we bought it about 6 months ago and (as coffee snobs) have enjoyed the security of knowing we’re always pouring the right temperature water over our freshly ground beans. I know it’s tragic, but not sure what else you’d want the temperature control for. The beep is fine, I’ve looked at some other reviews and not sure what the fuss over the beep is all about. If you care about the temperature of the water to within 10 degrees, it’s surely good to have it beep when it gets there!
Never used the “keep warm” function (we don’t drink that much coffee). Also, it’s a good looking kettle, easy to fill and nice to pour. Go on, treat yourself.
We love this kettle
We love this kettle. we bought it about 6 months ago and (as coffee snobs) have enjoyed the security of knowing we’re always pouring the right temperature water over our freshly ground beans. I know it’s tragic, but not sure what else you’d want the temperature control for. The beep is fine, I’ve looked at some other reviews and not sure what the fuss over the beep is all about. If you care about the temperature of the water to within 10 degrees, it’s surely good to have it beep when it gets there!
Never used the “keep warm” function (we don’t drink that much coffee). Also, it’s a good looking kettle, easy to fill and nice to pour. Go on, treat yourself.
I had been on the hunt for a new kettle for about 2 weeks and came across this one. I read a lot of reviews and decided to get it. This was a good decision! My first reaction was ‘oh! It’s a bit big’ but then I remembered how small my other kettle was and that the Bosch one was actually regular sized! It does have a chunkier handle but it’s not awkward at all and is really comfortable and light to hold even with water inside.
I call it the kettle docking station as to me the base section looks like something you might associate with your iPod or something, but this is what makes it look so cool! I mean, what other kettles let you decide what temperature you want your water to boil at?? It also boils super quick and if you’re not in the kitchen keeping watch, there’s a little beep to tell you it’s ready. You can also just keep the water warm once it’s boiled. Honestly, this is the best 40 I’ve spent on a kitchen appliance in a very long time!! If you are looking for a new kettle and can stretch your budget a little bit, I would highly, high recommend this one.
Also, 80 degrees is the best for making a cup of coffee 🙂
Finally found my perfect kettle
THE best kettle I have ever owned.
Aside from the fact that it looks smart, this kettle is the very best I have ever used. Why?
Comfy handle, easy grip
Easy open lid, just tap the central button and it flips open
Keep warm facility
Choice of temperatures if you prefer water hot but not boiling.
Good capacity, when full more then I need.
Easy on and off the stand
Easy to fill
Beeps to tell you it has finished
Easy to clean
Downsides?
Tends to catapult the water out of the spout but once you get used to the ‘delivery line’ it works just fine and you get used to it quickly.
BEEPS when you turn it on. LOUDLY. BEEPS when it turns off, also LOUDLY. Not fun at 3am, but other times brilliant and lets you know when they kettle has finished boiling.
Other than the noise and having to get used to it, this kettle is perfect!
Buying a kettle has to be one of the most boring ways to spend your money. I bought this kettle 18months ago as it was a Which Best Buy and have been delighted with it to this day.
The 5 best features are:
Speed of boiling – one of the fastest on the market.
It beeps when it boils. Sounds basic but few kettles have this feature and it is incredible useful.
It looks fantastic.
It’s incredible easy to de-scale. The inside of my kettle looks as good as new.
It has 4 settings: 100degrees, 90 80 and 70. This is perfect for when you need hot water but don’t want boiling.
Highly recommended kettle that does everything you need of a kettle very well.
an excellent buy and good value for money so easy to ...
an excellent buy and good value for money so easy to operate. best kettle I have had in well over 50 years!! Having the three temperatures is really useful for so many things. haven’t needed the keep warm button yet but good to have there if needed. Don’t find start /ready beep irritating at all.. almost comforting to be told/ or reminded” it’s ready” !!! the only little thing that we have discovered is that if you are very quick off the mark from lifting the kettle to pouring it can pour wider than expected esp on the 100 degree setting.. which could I suppose be a little dangerous in some circumstances . I have poured partially beyond the straight mug onto the surface a couple of times.. I soon adjusted and don’t have to think about it now. I wouldn’t swap this kettle for any other. .. have only been using it a few weeks .. we’ll see how it stand up to use over time.
This is a good looking kettle that looks modern in the corner of a kitchen.
It boils quickly and has the great benefit of allowing the temperature at which it turns of to be set at 70, 80,90 or 100 degrees C. ( for tea, coffee oritheruses). It also has a beep which sounds when the kettle turns off. This is surprisingly useful as a reminder.
The kettle stays cool to the touch even after it has boiled and it is also quite stable given the base which is larger than the kettle. This should make it safer with small children around.
Downsides-
1. After 12 months the kettle has started to make a whistling sound when boiling and the lid has started to occasionally spring open while being boiled. This may just be due to lime scale buildup.
2. The kettle only boils 1.5 litre’s where previous kettles have boiled 1.8 lire’s – this means the kettle sometimes needs to be boiled twice
Overall this is a very good kettle
Great kettle: - outside stays cool enough
Great kettle:
– outside stays cool enough … it does get almost hot after a while, but it’s definitely better than single-walled kettles
– large enough opening to make filling easy
– temperature control (70C/80C/90C/100C) works a treat, simpler than finer-grained degree-by-degree control and plenty good enough for re-heating water without boiling it, making water not-quite-boiling for tea/coffee, etc.
– stay-warm does what it says
Others have mentioned issues with gathering water in the base, that appears to be addressed in our model with drainage holes. There are a couple niggles, as others have mentioned:
– it is a large kettle, thanks to it’s insulated wall — really not that big of a deal (for us)
– the lid doesn’t always open when pressing the button — a lighter touch seems to do the trick here
– the beeping sound *is* rather loud and *was* a big issue when boiling water while our son is asleep — this was dealt with by opening the base up and snipping the wire for the speaker … a bit drastic, maybe, but it did the job
I don’t do many reviews but I do check out reviews before I buy, so I felt this kettle (which I’ve been using for about 6 months now) deserved a few moments of my time.
I did quite a bit of research before buying another kettle – it is something relied on everyday. I was a bit unsure of its looks before buying, I normally prefer a more traditional style, however it looks good on my work surface. So, down to practicalities, it is really fast and heats to various chosen temperatures. I drink alot of herbal teas – it can heat a mug of water to 80 degrees in 25 seconds. It boils 1 litre of water from the cold tap to 100 degrees in 2 min 5 seconds ( I timed it just for you!). It is alot quieter than other kettles I’ve had, apart from the slightly too loud beep when you turn it on and when it has ‘boiled’. It can heat just one mug of water if required – the heating elements are under a metal plate so the inside of the kettle is smooth. It fits easily onto its base, which being square sits alongside other equipment on the worksurface neatly. You can fill through the spout although I tend to pop the lid up. A good quality feel to it. Well worth it’s cost.
Brilliant Kettle
I love the design, the fact that the outside of the kettle doesn’t get hot, the ability to warm water to different temperatures and that it can be cleaned easily. It’s a very easy kettle to use, sturdy and easy to handle especially when filling a hotwater bottle – there is no spillage or water dribbling down the kettle.
The lid does sometimes stick when pressing the button to open it but that could be a safety measure not opening whilst the kettle is hot. However this is easily over come by pushing the lid at the spout area gently and then pressing the opening button. So overall a great kettle definitely worth the money. Best kettle I’ve ever bought.
Brilliant Kettle
I love the design, the fact that the outside of the kettle doesn’t get hot, the ability to warm water to different temperatures and that it can be cleaned easily. It’s a very easy kettle to use, sturdy and easy to handle especially when filling a hotwater bottle – there is no spillage or water dribbling down the kettle.
The lid does sometimes stick when pressing the button to open it but that could be a safety measure not opening whilst the kettle is hot. However this is easily over come by pushing the lid at the spout area gently and then pressing the opening button. So overall a great kettle definitely worth the money. Best kettle I’ve ever bought.
Great, few minor niggles
This is a very nice kettle, I’ve been using it for nearly a year now and so have had time to really get to know it. – How sad.
Anyway, the main thing for me is that my nickname is the Bear (because I am big and cuddly, like going to the gym eating lots of meat and protein shakes) so I require vast quantities of water, particularly boiling water when I’m cooking or needing to sterilise my protein container after covering it in sweat and all sorts from the gym. Safe to say this kettle provides me with these needs. Large capacity and also plenty of power when it comes to boiling quickly. It also looks great and goes with the decor of Bear’s kitchen. Safe to say I pretty much agree with all of the other positive points made by the other reviewers so I won’t reiterate these. There’s just a couple of issues:
1. It doesn’t always switch off quickly when boiling and water tends to shoot from the spout. This can be a particular issue if you’ve filled it really full. For example, if Bear requires water to steam his vegetables and then more water to boil rice it tends to shower boiling water over the kitchen work tops.
2. The water level indicator can be difficult to read. This is especially a problem if it’s steamed up if you’ve been doing some serious heavy boiling of water one after another. – This is perhaps why Bear tends to overfill the kettle – I can’t easily read when it’s too full.
Overall, a great kettle and quite the beast. It isn’t particularly light either so I wouldn’t recommend it for the more frail non Bear like individuals who don’t like the sound of an over-boiling kettle and hot water being spouted everywhere. The beep can also be quite annoying when it starts and finishes but one finds themselves getting used to this. After all, Bear likes a bit of noise.
Handsome brute
There is nothing cheap or plasticky about this sturdy kettle. It appears well made and solid and boils a large quantity of water speedily (and noisily – but then show me a kettle that doesn’t like to shout about the job it is doing. It is only letting off steam after all). It is quite masculine looking, not for those who like elegant or girlie kitchen accessories. Its square base takes up a chunk of space on the work surface, so it is suited to larger kitchens. The only downside is a very loud beep when it is switched on and then again when it reaches boiling point. This would be enough to wake your other half if you lived in a small apartment. However, I do like the quality feel of the kettle and suspect it is made well enough to last a very long time.
Handsome brute
There is nothing cheap or plasticky about this sturdy kettle. It appears well made and solid and boils a large quantity of water speedily (and noisily – but then show me a kettle that doesn’t like to shout about the job it is doing. It is only letting off steam after all). It is quite masculine looking, not for those who like elegant or girlie kitchen accessories. Its square base takes up a chunk of space on the work surface, so it is suited to larger kitchens. The only downside is a very loud beep when it is switched on and then again when it reaches boiling point. This would be enough to wake your other half if you lived in a small apartment. However, I do like the quality feel of the kettle and suspect it is made well enough to last a very long time.
Handsome brute
There is nothing cheap or plasticky about this sturdy kettle. It appears well made and solid and boils a large quantity of water speedily (and noisily – but then show me a kettle that doesn’t like to shout about the job it is doing. It is only letting off steam after all). It is quite masculine looking, not for those who like elegant or girlie kitchen accessories. Its square base takes up a chunk of space on the work surface, so it is suited to larger kitchens. The only downside is a very loud beep when it is switched on and then again when it reaches boiling point. This would be enough to wake your other half if you lived in a small apartment. However, I do like the quality feel of the kettle and suspect it is made well enough to last a very long time.
Great kettle.
A very good appliance with everything needed in a kettle. The tone at beginning and end of the cycle is not too loud and the kettle is light but tough & easy to handle. We thought that the filling gauge window was in the wrong position originally but when it came we found it easy to use. The kettle boils really quickly & cuts off immediately it boils & the different temperatures are much more handy than we thought they would be. The cut off when it reaches 90c is immediate, is hot enough for coffee & we now use it regularly to save time & energy.
Have heard complaints about the lid sticking & water spurting out when pouring after boiling, Not happened yet with us. I just hope that it lasts longer than the ECO kettle it replaced (less than 12 months.)
Best Kettle Eve
Unlike other reviews I have read about this kettle suffering with a sticking lid, my household have not experienced this problem which might be due to handling the lid in a gentle and respectful fashion. The way it’s designed only needs a light touch to engage the catch when closing and the same goes for when opening the lid by means of the large centre button. The revolutionary design of the controls located in the base prevents the need to put your hands in the vicinity of the steam to change the temperature of the water when switched on. The audible beep when switched on and when it switches itself off is a very useful item, which allows the user to do other things whilst the water reaches the desired setting, instead of watching it boil or returning to the kettle and having to switch it back on again. Another very good point is the ability to set the water temperature to the desired heat 70, 80, 90, 100 degrees for whatever it is you are making plus there is also a keep warm button. I therefore, give this kettle the highest rating possible and would without any doubts whatsoever thoroughly recommend its purchase.
Smart functional kettle.
Typically Bosch, this kettle is well made and works perfectly. Other reviewers have commented on the loudness of the on/off beep. I have not found the sound to be too loud and it is a very useful function, as is the ability to select the temperature of the water and to keep the water at or near the desired temperature.
The lid is easy to open and the kettle pours well. The small drain holes in the base are explained in the instruction manual as well as the need to regularly de-scale the kettle, (Bosch recommend white vinegar), to keep the heat sensor functioning.
So, it’s a reasonably expensive kettle that works well.
Smart functional kettle.
Typically Bosch, this kettle is well made and works perfectly. Other reviewers have commented on the loudness of the on/off beep. I have not found the sound to be too loud and it is a very useful function, as is the ability to select the temperature of the water and to keep the water at or near the desired temperature.
The lid is easy to open and the kettle pours well. The small drain holes in the base are explained in the instruction manual as well as the need to regularly de-scale the kettle, (Bosch recommend white vinegar), to keep the heat sensor functioning.
So, it’s a reasonably expensive kettle that works well.
Perfect! No complaints at all
I first came across this idea of having variable temp kettles at my in-laws who have this exact kettle in black. i immediately liked the idea because burnt coffee is my pet hate and my experience has been that most places who serve coffee these days serve it too hot and therefore, burnt.
This is a lovely looking, sturdy kettle. It keeps itself quite clean, heats up very quickly and beeps loud enough for you to know when it’s done from another room.
I would never fill it up to the top anyway so probably wouldn’t have the issues other reviewers have mentioned about it spouting out the top.
I should also mention that it goes brilliantly with my white bosch toaster and microwave with their lovely shiny whiteness…
I love everything about this kettle excep
…the audible alarm which sounds when the on button is depressed and again when the kettle has boiled!!!
It looks good, has a generous 1.5 litre capacity and a useful cup indicator on the jug.
The wide spout allows for speedy, accurate pouring and the pop-up lid is just a dream (the kettle it replaced had a very stiff metal lid which required a hefty whack to get it back into place).
After several week of constant use the jug itself has kept free of annoying water marks and the brushed steel is free from finger marks as there is really not need to touch this part of the kettle.
All in all, a very good buy.
I love everything about this kettle excep
…the audible alarm which sounds when the on button is depressed and again when the kettle has boiled!!!
It looks good, has a generous 1.5 litre capacity and a useful cup indicator on the jug.
The wide spout allows for speedy, accurate pouring and the pop-up lid is just a dream (the kettle it replaced had a very stiff metal lid which required a hefty whack to get it back into place).
After several week of constant use the jug itself has kept free of annoying water marks and the brushed steel is free from finger marks as there is really not need to touch this part of the kettle.
All in all, a very good buy.
Cracking Kettle!
This kettle has exceeded my expectations – it is a great product.
Not only does it look the business – white is superior to black, in my opinion – but it gets the water up to temperature very quickly. I am impressed by how little water it can take, and by its three temperature settings. This kettle will pay for itself in no time: when I am making myself a single cup of green tea, say, this kettle has got the water up to 70C *before* I can get the tea bag into the pot and the sugar in the cup:-) Condensation does form on the bottom of the kettle, so do not be fooled into thinking there is a leak.
Some people have commented on the “beeeep” emitted when switching on, and repeated when the water is up to the set temperature. This can be irritating to children and bats, but rest assured, as you get older you just don’t hear those high notes anywhere near as well:-) Think of it as a hearing test.
Does exactly what it says on the box
Have to say I have had numerous kettles in recent years that were all bells and whistles i.e lights up blue and red etc. only problem was they did not seem to last so thought I would buck the trend and spend more on a quality item. That is exactly what you get when you purchase a Bosch kettle. The base of the kettle is substantial and have not had any of the leakage into the base that other reviews have cited but then I never fill it right to the top. The kettle itself is good looking and boils quickly. Have to say it boils the water hotter than my previous kettle(don’t know how but drinks remain hotter for longer). I like the warning when it’s boiled this is really useful but the most useful is the keep warm facility. This is excellent when I have a house full for dinner you can boil whilst eating dinner and the kettle remains warm until the drinks are required afterwards. All in all I am extremely happy with my purchase. Thank you Bosch and Amazon for prompt delivery.
Does exactly what it says on the box
Have to say I have had numerous kettles in recent years that were all bells and whistles i.e lights up blue and red etc. only problem was they did not seem to last so thought I would buck the trend and spend more on a quality item. That is exactly what you get when you purchase a Bosch kettle. The base of the kettle is substantial and have not had any of the leakage into the base that other reviews have cited but then I never fill it right to the top. The kettle itself is good looking and boils quickly. Have to say it boils the water hotter than my previous kettle(don’t know how but drinks remain hotter for longer). I like the warning when it’s boiled this is really useful but the most useful is the keep warm facility. This is excellent when I have a house full for dinner you can boil whilst eating dinner and the kettle remains warm until the drinks are required afterwards. All in all I am extremely happy with my purchase. Thank you Bosch and Amazon for prompt delivery.
Excellent innovation at work. This kettle allows for temperature control for different drinks (but doesn’t give you information recommended temperature for what drinks, which I find a bit strange as that is their selling point).
You can easily slide the temperature control & choose from 70, 80, 90 & 100 degrees.
Then there”s the “keep warm” button. When you choose that option, it keeps the water at that temperature until you tuen it off.
Boiling time is pretty quick. I have used a lot of kettles & this is the fastest kettle I have ever owned. Very pleased with that part. Also, it beeps to let you know the water is ready which is pretty cool.
luv the white colour as it is very classy, chic, modern & fresh.
From a trusted German brand & awarded by Which? as a Best Buy.
PS. My only concern is that when opening the top lid (eg to pour water in) it does not open everytime at the touch of the button at the top. Sometimes I have to “wack” it so it opens!
excellent, stylish, energy saving kettle
We have owned this kettle for nearly 18 months now and continue to get comments from visitors each time we use it.
Really stylish, typical Bosch appearance and of a good standard throughout.
The ability to choose a temperature was the main draw to the purchase as it allows me to have my coffee at 80C, increasing the output to 90c, or 100c for the wife’s tea. clearly this is saving energy in terms of heating the water and allowing me to drink my coffee at my preferred temperature sooner. lowest option is 70c
keep-warm function provided for 30 min but I have not found and useful need for this.
base is very well designed for 360 degree access. functional open and close lid. nice wide, rubberised handle. cool to touch. easy to wipe clean.
event after 18 months of daily use the kettle still appears brand new other than some slight marking on the spout. i would recommend regular de-scale treatments depending on your water area.
naturally there is cheaper options out there but for function and style little else compares.
Bosch Styline Kettle
I bought this after reading the great reviews it had received. It arrived very quickly – I ordered it on a Monday evening and it came on Wednesday morning! It looks great and works very well, boiling water very quickly. The loud beeps at start and finish are a bit disconcerting at first and I don’t know why I need a beep when I put it on. The beep at the end is very handy though if you are out of the room. There is a small issue with the water gauge as the handle obscures it slightly but if you hold it at the right angle its not a problem. I am using the different temperatures, 90 for coffee and 80 for my hot water bottle – perfect. It looks like a solid piece of kit but only time will tell as most kettles don’t pass the longevity test.
Bosch Styline Kettle
I bought this after reading the great reviews it had received. It arrived very quickly – I ordered it on a Monday evening and it came on Wednesday morning! It looks great and works very well, boiling water very quickly. The loud beeps at start and finish are a bit disconcerting at first and I don’t know why I need a beep when I put it on. The beep at the end is very handy though if you are out of the room. There is a small issue with the water gauge as the handle obscures it slightly but if you hold it at the right angle its not a problem. I am using the different temperatures, 90 for coffee and 80 for my hot water bottle – perfect. It looks like a solid piece of kit but only time will tell as most kettles don’t pass the longevity test.
I use this kettle without the slightest concern that it might not deliver what Bosch claims it will deliver. So I really wonder what the negative comment writers are doing.
Things can of course go wrong on any electrical item, but Bosch UK Customer Service is impeccable. My Bosch most certainly is a lot quieter than my previous kettle, (from a good, “traditional”, British brand). The choice of desired temperature is such a boon, with instant coffee immediately at a drinkable temperature, for just one example. Also not heating the water more than necessary gives serious reductions on the amount of electricity used. I have never used the “keep warm” function, because the twin-wall construction is very effective at retaining the heat. How on Earth anyone can struggle to open the lid is totally beyond me: one quick, light tap and the lid opens every time.
I suppose some people invent problems to get the strange satisfaction of knocking a prestige brand, and that some people do prefer wailing on the web to making a simple telephone call to Bosch UK Customer Service. My satisfaction comes quite simply from using an excellent product. I hope everyone who buys this kettle, or receives it as a gift, gets the same satisfaction; I honestly cannot see why they would not.
Versatile and better-made than most.
This is a very good kettle with a construction quality better than most others. It can be set at four different temperatures which I find very useful for teas etc. There is a keep warm facility which I confess I don’t use as the temp. settings count down the internal warmth and use no extra energy to do so. The lid opens easily and closes positively. My only criticism, which isn’t worth losing a star over, is the water level viewer – this is under the handle so not easy to see without turning the kettle, it would have been better at the front. I could also live without the beep which is exactly the same as our dishwasher and washing machine – a Bosch beep. However, overall, this is an excellent kettle and I’m very pleased with it and thoroughly recommend it.
Bought this item after suffering a couple of failures with a leaking Russell Hobbs “Teekanne” model – yep they were cheap, but after two failures in three years, we decided to pay a bit extra and go for a quality kettle. We read the reviews on Amazon – some were fairly negative, and mindful of the rather mean 30-day warranty on offer by Amazon, we decided to rely on our gut instinct & purchase this model. Some people have had difficulty in opening the lid – easy peasy on the one we’ve got, just press the middle of the domed lid- & given that the lid opens wide enough for my wife to clean inside the kettle which was important to her as we live in a hard water area – three temperature settings & a facility to maintain the chosen temperature, although we’ve never found the need to do that, but it may be useful with some of the speciality teas my wife drinks? – simply plug it in, fill it with sufficient water – it’ll boils water very quickly & reasonably quietly – pouring while boiling isn’t an issue although some other purchasers have mentioned that it can spurt out, we’ve never noticed it although we tend to let it stand for at least 30 seconds. Delivery was quick and troublefree so it couldn’t have been subbed out to YODEL…..? All in all a stylish kettle which does “exactly what it says on the tin” – Highly recommended.
An under exploited slot in the marke
Nice piece of kit and works well as it should for the money, so on the whole, so far so good. The power element is of a sufficiently robust design over the previous kettle we had an M.R. Intelliboil.IMHO this, the Intelliboil kettle had more functionality than the Bosch but the power terminal on the pad failed after about one year on the second one,a warranty replacement, which went down for exactly the same reason after a similar lifespan, but they refused a replacement for the second failure …that is bad!
If this could be remedied, a simple design mod’ after all, then the Intelliboil would be far better, and cheaper, but typical of a British firm, a good design but probably jobbed out to the far east for manufacture and cannot be a–s-d to sort it.
So the moral of this is that the Germans stand on quality and you pay more but they have built their reputation on it,… vorsprung durch youknow what so poor old Uk Ltd fails again, were it ever thus sadly.