Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser, 1.7 Litres with 3 KW Fast Boil, Pre-set cup fill, with manual “STOP” button, Energy-efficient use, Gloss Black [VKT124]

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They say a watched pot never boils, and anyone who has stood impatiently by the kitchen counter knows the same can certainly be said for a kettle in a busy family. That's why the Breville HotCup Water Dispenser is a lifesaver for hectic family kitchens, capable of boiling water for your favourite hot drink in less than a minute. Whether you are a time-conscious young professional or an economy-conscious parent, the HotCup's super-efficient design has a variety of benefits for anyone looking for a better way to brew up. The VonShef Hot Water Dispenser Instant Kettle is currently offered in two colours, which could be handy if you’re struggling to find a larger instant hot water dispenser, which also fits with your kitchen style. It has a capacious 2.5L water tank, which can be removed for cleaning or filling, although we would suggest that you’d probably find it easier to fill it with a jug or bottle. The opening is wide enough for this to be done easily. Lookout for features and functions. Granted, an instant kettle is only really tasked with doing one job: to boil water instantly. But, if it can serve up different amounts at different temperatures then so much the better. The Breville HotCup hot water dispenser respects your energy bill as much as your time, and boils only the water you need for the task at hand, and not a mL more. It offers a generous capacity of 1.5L, which is good for about 7 cups. What’s more, the guesswork of filling up is removed entirely with a large water window, which glows blue during a boil. Cleanup is made easy with a removable drip tray, stainless steel base construction, and permanent lime scale filter.

In terms of appearance, the Breville VKJ367-01 definitely has a lot going for it, in fact it’s one of the swishest kitchen appliances we’ve seen not just one of the swishest instant hot water dispensers. It’s also one of Breville’s third-generation instant hot water dispensers so it has a lot of functionality. On paper, yes. However, there are a few extras the standard HotCup doesn’t have. First, just look at the thing. In the midst of most modern homes and offices, the Breville VKT124 HotCup strikes a pose whilst blending in with its understated design. In terms of appearance, the Cooks Professional Electric Instant Hot Water Dispenser strikes us as having a bit of a 1960s vibe but even if you’re not into the vintage look we think most people will still be happy enough to have it on their counter.Not to be confused with the Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser above, this Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser is also a big 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 even if the model above looks rather better. It can supply you with five 250ml cups of hot water without refilling, which is more than adequate for average needs.

Compared to other units on this list, the VonSchef Catering Urn is a heavyweight, at 4.1kg. However, this is hardly a dispenser designed to be taken on the go; rather, it’s meant to act as a stationary gathering point for refreshments. Looking for buttons, dials, and fancy displays? Won’t find them here — just a single big, beautiful button on top which responds to a good press as Pavlov’s dogs to a bell. When you’ve got the amount of water you want, simply shut it off. The VonShef heats the water as it’s used, and thus doesn’t waste energy boiling the whole tank. Instant on, instant off, full control, no waste. Be careful, though! Mixing the two roles up will lead to higher energy bills and lower satisfaction. Imagine running a pot all day, only to use it once. No matter how politely it sips power to maintain that temperature, it still doesn’t serve you. Plus, getting up to the initial boiling point for all that reserve water is a hefty energy draw. This is all controlled automatically, with a simple on/off switch and dual lights indicating the “heating” or “keep warm” operational phases. Worried about that nozzle leaking, or the handle burning you after hours of warming? Don’t – VonShef has engineered this part to be water-tight and well-insulated.MESS-FREE CONVENIENCE: The hot water dispenser kettle has a removable drip tray will catch any spills and lifts off effortlessly for easy cleaning. The 88cm power cord provides flexibility in where you place our hot cup water dispenser, ensuring it is right where you need it. The unit isn't exactly compact, but it does sit nicely on a worktop and looks the part even though it’s dominated by bright white plastic. Up on top, the Oyu has inset controls that are hidden in the plastic surface. Power it up though and they illuminate and allow you to set water temperature, the amount to be dispensed and other core features. There’s an audible alert as you choose settings and if you let the water level get too low there’s a visual error code that gets flagged up too. Other people appreciate instant hot water dispensers for their economy and corresponding environmental benefits. When you use an instant hot water dispenser it’s much easier to heat only what you need and thus reduce the amount of electricity you use. At this point, you should have a good idea what kind of instant hot water dispenser solution will work best for you.