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Best for Saving Energy · Kettles
Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser
Not a kettle in the usual sense, the HotCup dispenses a single mug of boiling water in seconds, so you never boil more than you need.
- Brand
- Breville
- Best for
- One cup at a time
- Price range
- Budget
- Our score
- 8.2/10
Our take
If you mostly make one drink at a time, the HotCup is a smart alternative to a kettle. It heats just a mugful, quickly.
It's less handy for filling saucepans or making a pot of tea for the family, so many homes keep a kettle as well.
Key specifications
| Capacity | 1.7 litre tank |
|---|---|
| Dispense | Single cup at the press of a button |
| Features | Variable cup size, removable filter |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Only heats what you dispense
- Very quick for one cup
- Great for offices and busy homes
Cons
- Takes more worktop space than a kettle
- Not ideal for filling pans
Verdict
Not a kettle in the usual sense, the HotCup dispenses a single mug of boiling water in seconds, so you never boil more than you need. It earns our Best for Saving Energy award in our guide to the best kettles.
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