Morphy Richards Equip 1.7L Jug Kettle, 3kW Rapid Boil, Removable Limescale Filter, Easy View Water Gauge, Red (102785)

Our Verdict

A plain jug kettle from a UK brand, and a sensible choice if your old kettle is due for replacement and you want to spend less on boiling water. The energy a kettle uses depends almost entirely on how much water you put in, not on the kettle, so the habit that saves money is boiling two mugs’ worth instead of a full jug, which can be worth tens of euro a year in a house that boils the kettle often. The easy-view water gauge is there to help with that, although some owners find small amounts hard to judge, so measure with a mug until you know the markings. The 3kW element boils quickly without using more energy per litre than a slower kettle. A removable limescale filter helps in Ireland’s many hard-water areas, and the 360° base suits left- and right-handed pouring. It is a basic kettle, with no temperature settings or keep-warm function, and noise is a common complaint in owner feedback, so if a quiet kettle matters, look at the quiet boil models in our kettle guide. This link is the red version; other colours appear on the same page and may come from other sellers, so check the seller for the one you choose.

Key Features & Irish Specs

• 1.7-litre capacity, enough for up to six cups according to Morphy Richards
• 3kW concealed element for a quick boil
• Easy-view water gauge to help you fill only the water you need
• Removable limescale filter, 360° base, cord storage and boil-dry protection
• Stainless steel body in red; about 21.6 x 19.6 x 25.4cm and 1kg, per the listing
• Listed with an Irish/UK 3-pin (Type G) mains plug, so no adaptor needed.