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Big W Contempo Kettle 1.7 Litre Plastic K511CN review

Big W Contempo Kettle 1.7 Litre Plastic K511CN

CHOICE Expert Rating

77%
Recommended
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Easy to use controls with fairly bright indicator light.
  • Excellent to fill up using soft opening lid.
  • The kettle doesn't have to be tilted much towards the end which is easy on the wrist.
  • Cord storage.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Awkward to remove and replace filter.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
77%
Ease of use score
85%
Noise score
70%
Boil performance score
65%
Energy efficiency score
84%
Noise (dB)
59.9
Boiling time
3 min 31 sec

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
N/A
Brand satisfaction score
N/A
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
China
Shop Ethical rating
C

Cost

Price
$15.00

Specifications

Material
Plastic
Lid type
Hinged
Water level indicator
Transparent window on both sides, 0.25L markings from 0.5 to 1.5L, and at 1.7L
Operation light
Illuminated on/off switch
Weight (kg)
0.8
Cord length (cm)
92
Fill in diameter (cm)
9
Footprint (cm)
15.5
Capacity (L)
1.7
Minimum water level (L)
0.5
Wattage (W)
1850 – 2200
Website
bigw.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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