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Smeg 50’s Style Variable Temperature KLF04 review

Smeg 50's Style Variable Temperature KLF04

CHOICE Expert Rating

68%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Cord storage.
  • Audio boil finish reminder.
  • Excellent to fill up.
  • Seven preset temperatures and keep warm function.
  • Soft opening lid.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Noisy. During the dry boil test the kettle does not seem to recognise that it is empty and continues to go through the entire boiling cycle, turning off when it indicates it has reached 100°C. However the kettle remains undamaged.
  • Only OK for handle comfort. The handle could have more grip and kettle is a little bottom heavy.
  • Handle has to be tilted a fair way towards the end which could be uncomfortable on the wrist.
  • It exceeds the preset temperatures of 50°C, 60°C, 70°C, 80°C, 90°C and 95°C by 8°C, 5°C, 8°C, 5°C, 5°C and 1°C respectively.
  • Poor water level visibility.

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Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
68%
Ease of use score
71%
Noise score
60%
Boil performance score
68%
Energy efficiency score
83%
Noise (dB)
60.2
Boiling time
3 min 26 sec

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
N/A
Brand satisfaction score
N/A
Warranty (years)
1
Country of origin
China
Shop Ethical rating
B

Cost

Price
$329.00

Specifications

Material
Stainless steel
Lid type
Hinged
Water level indicator
Transparent window behind handle.
Operation light
Illuminated power button and lights at base.
Weight (kg)
1.32
Cord length (cm)
76.5
Fill in diameter (cm)
9.4
Footprint (cm)
16.9
Capacity (L)
1.7
Minimum water level (L)
0.5
Wattage (W)
2400
Website
smeg.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
7 preset temperatures. Keep warm option. Soft opening lid.

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