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DeLonghi Distinta KBI2011.CP review

DeLonghi Distinta KBI2011.CP

CHOICE Expert Rating

71%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Cord storage.
  • Audible boil reminder.
  • Very good controls.
  • Very easy to fill it up, however, the lid requires a bit of effort to remove/replace.
  • Preset temperatures relatively accurate – recorded temperatures varied from the preset temperatures of 80°C, 85°C and 90°C by just 3°C, 2°C and 1°C, respectively.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Noisy.
  • The kettle has to be tilted a fair way towards the end of the pour and it becomes uncomfortable on the wrist to hold.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
71%
Ease of use score
78%
Noise score
60%
Boil performance score
75%
Energy efficiency score
85%
Noise (dB)
61
Boiling time
3 min 15 sec

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
94%
Brand satisfaction score
85%
Warranty (years)
1
Country of origin
China
Shop Ethical rating
C

Cost

Price
$199.00

Specifications

Material
Painted metal
Lid type
Removable
Water level indicator
Transparent window at the handle.
Operation light
Illuminated on/off switch.
Weight (kg)
0.96
Cord length (cm)
75
Fill in diameter (cm)
7.2
Footprint (cm)
21
Capacity (L)
1.7
Minimum water level (L)
0.8
Wattage (W)
2200
Website
delonghi.com/en-au

Features

Removable filter
Cord storage
360° power base
Audio boil reminder
Auto stop when finish boiling
Switches off when lifted
Other features/uses
5 preset temperatures. Keep warm function keeps the water at 75°C or 90°C temperature.

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