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Sunbeam Express Kettle KE1600 review

Sunbeam Express Kettle KE1600

CHOICE Expert Rating

76%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Quiet.
  • Simple control.
  • Very good handle comfort.
  • The kettle doesn't have to be tilted much towards the end which is easy on the wrist.
  • Cord storage.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • No indicator light.
  • No lid on the kettle, and has to fill up from the spout.
  • Water level is a little hard to see as the window is relatively dark.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
76%
Ease of use score
68%
Noise score
80%
Boil performance score
79%
Energy efficiency score
89%
Noise (dB)
54.2
Boiling time
3 min 8 sec

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
89%
Brand satisfaction score
83%
Warranty (years)
1
Country of origin
China
Shop Ethical rating
F

Cost

Price
$40.00

Specifications

Material
Plastic
Lid type
None
Water level indicator
Transparent window on one side.
Operation light
None.
Weight (kg)
0.8
Cord length (cm)
73
Fill in diameter (cm)
6
Footprint (cm)
17.8
Capacity (L)
1.4
Minimum water level (L)
0.5
Wattage (W)
2200 – 2400
Website
sunbeam.com.au

Features

Removable filter
Cord storage
360° power base
Audio boil reminder
Auto stop when finish boiling
Switches off when lifted
Other features/uses
None.

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