Krups Electric Kettle
At a median retail price of $70 or less, the Krups electric kettle adheres to a long tradition of superior style and quality. Krups products fall primarily into the kitchen appliance niche. There are a variety of top performers that are worthy of mention when it comes to kettles, but few have stood the test of time so well.
A great contender for the title of best Krups electric kettle is the BW4000. This unit is a well engineered model, complete with die-cast stainless-steel housing. Among the features that stand out on the model are its ability to house more than 2 quarts of liquid, and a handle that maintains its coolness when grabbed.
The water kettle has a weight of slightly more than 4 lbs without water, and just over 8 lbs when water is added. Also, many hot tea and coffee drinkers enjoy the slick look that the electrical kettle has, as well as its elegant, stainless steel appearance. Electrical cordless water kettles usually come in a round form. However, this new design is equally smart or better in the mind of many users.
Since the Krups BW4000 incorporates a square form, you may feel the need to align the kettle and base every time you place the kettle back on the base. If you do get the urge to align the device in this manner, keep in mind that the base unit has a 360-degrees swivel, thus it does not matter if the kettle housing and base are not aligned. This makes it easy to place the Krups electric kettle back on its base, regardless of the angle.
Another popular feature of this Krups electric kettle is the concealed wire storage on the bottom which will help you to keep a tidy counter. The bottom feels and looks quite tall however this also adds to the majestic appearance of the unit. As one moves up the body of the kettle, we tend to notice the handle. The handle is ergonomic and covered in a rubber layer to enable someone to grip it without any issues.
The rubber also ensures the handle provides anyone who touches it with a cool-touch, this is especially vital on stainless-steel kettles since their housing tend to get burning hot. On the prime of the handle you’ll notice the button for the lid. With a push on the soft-bit button, the lid unlocks and opens automatically.
The only drawback some may find lies with the spout filter holder. The spout filter holder is obstructing some of the flow of water and the result is that it sometimes takes a longer time to pour your favorite heated drink into a cup.
The Krups electric kettle is well-designed and can probably last for years, though some may feel it is a bit too expensive. However, the handsome price you pay provides you with many great features and functions, not to mention that it would look nice in most kitchens. For those who take an active interest in beautifying their kitchens and drinking a nice, fresh cup of hot cocoa or coffee on a daily basis, this investment is a wise choice.