5.0 out of 5 stars Breville is a good company to buy from...

c. · July 13, 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars I use this heavily for many tasks, bought a 2nd one after 1st one failed because I liked it that much

K. · July 4, 2012

I purchased this kettle in December 2009 from Bolo after owning several other kettles. The other kettles did the job of boiling water but I was tired of using a thermometer for making green tea. I got the Breville Lift And Look toaster as a gift and was impressed with the thoughtfulness of the design, so I included Breville in my search for a new kettle, even though it was pricey (at least three times what I was looking to spend). I wanted something for green tea, coffee (love the keep-warm feature), and for various jobs like making jello, hummingbird food, getting a jump on boiling a pot of pasta water, and filling the dishpan with hot water rather than letting the faucet run and waste water. Even though I initially questioned myself for spending this much, the investment paid off because we utilize all the features and put it to heavy use morning and night. We also like the lighted buttons that are easy for large man-fingers, hideaway cord feature, the fact that the base does not skid on the counter, and the plug with the big hole to easily unplug it with no strain on the power cord. We have no problems with build-up, even after 2-1/2 years, because we use nothing but filtered water in it. (We keep several tap water filtering pitchers on the counter at all times.)In 2011, I started having intermittent problems with the kettle leaking. Also, the kettle would occasionally keep boiling and not shut off, but this may have been due to water leaking into the electronic base. Upon careful examination, it seemed that the water was coming out from the handle somewhere. I worked around the problem by taking the kettle off the base and setting it on a folded kitchen towel immediately after each use, and unplugging the kettle for safety reasons. The plug's design (big hole for finger in the center) ensures that constant plugging and unplugging doesn't put wear on the power cord, helping to avoid further problems or safety issues. After removing the leaky kettle from the base daily, the electronic problems stopped.A few days ago, I had a pretty big flood from the kettle and heard a rattle. When I looked inside, I saw that one of the screws holding the handle on had fallen off completely. Time for a new kettle. The less-expensive variable-temp Cuisin*rt PerfecT*mp looks like a nice alternative, but I was concerned about the electronics being up in the handle where I could easily ruin them with water, instead of on a base away from the sink. Since I love this kettle and it does everything I want (and the price has gone down), I decided to re-purchase it. When I looked inside the new kettle, they had redesigned the way the handle is attached... no screws to fail (probably the source of the leak). I am packing the old kettle and base away for a spare in an emergency.There are less expensive variable-temp kettles out there of good quality and design. However, this one has become my favorite, I have the matching toaster, and I have a spare base now.UPDATE as of 10-02-2012: So far I've had no problems with my second kettle. I still unplug it daily just in case, and I'm still hanging on to the previous base. I'm a fan, but a cautious fan who puts safety first.UPDATE as of 01-15-2013: Still no problems.UPDATE as of 09-04-2013: Still no problems.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great addition!

D.K. · May 4, 2025

My wife enjoys this product so much. We used to use a traditional teapot but this one is fast, easy and it gets great use in our home

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Tea and the Aeropress coffee

m. · April 23, 2013

We've had this kettle for about a month now and we're very pleased with it. We use it four or five times a day. I use it primarily for making coffee with the Aeropress and for green tea. My wife and son use it for various teas.The primary reason we bought this Kettle is for its accurate temperature control and we are not disappointed. I've taken a couple of temp measurements at the 175 and 185 degree marks and it's always been within 2% of the target temp. It’s also fast at reaching temperature, but I haven’t timed it so no feedback there. I’m usually doing other things when I’m in the kitchen and it’s usually reached temp before I’m ready.It's also a good looking appliance and we're also Breville fans. We've had their high-end juicer with the blender attachment for two years and it's been a champ. We use it every day and it shows no real signs of wear. We had to use customer support one time about a blade issue and they were very responsive and sent us a new one for free, so we trust that they'll step up if there are issues with this kettle.It's very easy to clean and we have high calcium in our water so I use vinegar once a week to clean out the deposits. I try to keep the base and bottom of the kettle dry, I don’t think a little moisture will hurt it but I figure it will last longer if we keep the electrical components dry. It is a little loud; it is a thin stainless steel container so you can hear the water heating and it’s louder than an enamel stove top kettle.I don’t consider this a big source of BPA. Most of the surface area is stainless steel, but there is a little plastic in the kettle and you can probably remove the strip that holds in the calcium filter. If you’re really concerned with BPA there are other ways to reduce your risks like stop drinking OJ, milk, eating yogurt and everything else that is packaged in plastic.Other kettles that we looked at with temp control had fairly poor reviews on accuracy. If you drink a variety of teas or use coffee presses and need accurate temperature control, this kettle is great and worth the extra money. If you just need boiling water this may not be the kettle for you, there are cheaper kettles with very good ratings that boil water.

4.0 out of 5 stars sent me used item

C.L.C. · June 28, 2025

Why did you pick this product vs others?:nice product but had clearly already been returned which gives one a bad feeling

5.0 out of 5 stars Tea made in heaven

C. · March 14, 2025

For tea aficionados, this is a must have. Has individual settings for different kinds of tea. Heats up very quickly, has an easy to view window to see how much water is inside, easy to clean, doesn't leak, and doesn't rust either.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for green tea.

L.i.I. · February 18, 2025

I love this. I've never been a fan of green tee but it is so much better, almost pleasant, now that I'm no longer burning it with water that's too hot. The hold temp feature is great for cooking soups and other things needing hot water.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice looking and heats water perfectly!

S.R. · December 10, 2024

This unit is perfect for us as it is easy to handle, looks great and does its job as intended! We looked at other top rated units, but some had the control in the handle which made it larger to grasp. This unit has a manageable handle and is lighter as the controls are in the base. Quickly heats a full tank of water. Upright style takes less counter space than our old kettle type.Hopefully it will continue to operate as well over the coming years?

Nice features and finish

A.B. · April 25, 2016

(function() { P.when('cr-A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if(typeof A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel === 'function') { A.toggleExpanderAriaLabel('review_text_read_more', 'Read more of this review', 'Read less of this review'); } }); })(); .review-text-read-more-expander:focus-visible { outline: 2px solid #2162a1; outline-offset: 2px; border-radius: 5px; } This is a nice kettle! Of course! It's what you expect when you pay this much, right? You must really enjoy your hot water if you're really considering this product. Well, I'm with you, because I like Breville products and I have made use of this kettle's features. I think that's the main point I'd tell you if you're considering buying - make sure that the feature set makes sense for your application. I French press coffee on occasion, and my wife and I generally enjoy brewing various kinds of teas. Sometimes we also just like cooler hot water! So clicking a button and having it take care of it, is nice. This kettle is also one of the fastest I've used - must have a good motor.The one problem I have is that the base is constantly warm when it's plugged in. Not sure if it's just my unit - but I usually unplug it when not in use. Otherwise, I have used it daily to heat up water for my oatmeal and it works great. Two years now, and no issues. I paid quite a deal less for this compared to its current price - and even then had trouble justifying the spend - but again, if you can make use of the variable settings, it's the kettle for you!

Buy this if you need an electric hot water kettle.

F. · May 28, 2025

We bought this to replace a Cuisinart kettle which lasted only a couple of years before the lid broke. Some pro’s right off the bat are — better opening/closing mechanism design, good quality materials, water level can be seen from 2 sides… This should last a long time under normal circumstances.

Sophisticated Style and Superior Quality

S. · June 3, 2023

I am thoroughly impressed with the style and quality of the Breville 1.8L Variable Temperature Kettle BKE820XL in Silver. It exudes elegance with its sleek design, and the stainless steel construction ensures durability. The precise temperature control adds to its appeal, making it a top choice for tea enthusiasts. Overall, I highly recommend this kettle for its exceptional style and quality.

Awesome Kettle, Handy as Heck

D. · June 9, 2016

This kettle is my prize now. Makes mornings so so easy, and the best part is the keep warm option. I'm that person that always forgets about the electric kettle after its done boiling and then forget to make myself some tea. Not with this guy. The beeping is not annoying, but very helpful for me. Beeps when its ready, keeps it hot if I forget or am busy, and then beeps again much later on to remind me. It's a tea-drinker dream. I really have nothing to criticize here. Except that I bought it refurbished on Bolo, came in and didnt work, and breville replaced it immediately. So again, even my one issue was resolved in a jiffy.

The best kettle!

J. · October 17, 2016

This is by far the best kettle I've ever owned. I wanted to spend a bit more for a higher quality product and this was worth every penny. There are multiple heat settings for avid tea drinkers and even a French Press setting which is perfect for us as we only use a French Press for coffee! The buttons to select the temperature are on the base and the labels are not directly on the buttons which is great, as I'm not worried about them rubbing off. The kettle isn't too loud, I would say normal level. It boils water quickly and the 'keep warm' feature is very handy. The lid is very easy to use with a button to open it softly. At first the lid did not open very smoothly, but after using it a dozen times it worked perfectly. This is a fantastic product (as are all the Breville appliances I own) and I highly recommend it!