KitchenAid Almond Cream Temperature Control Kettle 5KEK1522BAC

I read an article in a consumer magazine that recommended this kettle as the best one they had ever tested re: quality of build and operation. So, I bought one (colour: black onyx)... and I agree with the review I read. It isn't as big and bulky as it looks in pictures, perfect in shape and size, with a nice satin sheen to the colour. It's also quiet, and quick to reach temperature. Yes, it's expensive, but it's the first kettle I've owned that I've ever wanted to cuddle (and I can do that, because the outside of it isn't too hot to touch), and it's worth every penny I paid for it. As you can tell, I just love this beautiful kettle ..... I've named it, 'Chubs,' by the way!

I bought a Smeg kettle first and I returned it the next day as, despite of its high price, it felt light and cheap, all plastic. Not sure why as this is supposed to be a premium brand?!Then I bought this Kitchenaid kettle and, what a difference! It feels heavy and robust and the base is made of metal and not plastic. The sounds it makes are not as loud as the Smeg and nicer too.It looks good too, very happy with it.

Someone I know had one of these and when our smart kettle broke we wanted something that is solid, lasts and works really well.Solid indeed, works really well and silent,like so silent and I don't understand how but I have less limescale build up. It is quite heavy but I have no problems with that. The temperature control works really well and had a soft pint when water is ready. No problem whatsoever. Honestly!

Fast and very quiet, and looks lovely.

A bit pricey but it’s worth it. Variable temperature control. Double walled so keeps water warm saving money. Not overly noisy (unlike the bosch kettle which is ridiculously loud). Boils quickly. Perfect pour. Easy to fill and light weight. It’s just great.

So why the low star rating?Because it’s either second had or second quality tat that KitchenAid didn’t want to sell themselves. We bought two and returned both then went onto buy for the manufacture direct. This item is not of acceptable quality and I would avoid. Both came with damage and chips off

Pros: a pleasure to look at, easy to use, accurate and effective temperature control that's well-displayed, relatively quiet.Cons: the mechanical lid doesn't open all the way so manual intervention is needed, the water gauge is "hidden" behind the handle so it's hard to assess how much water has been poured in, the kettle is wide and squat and could be narrower and taller, including to accommodate a greater volume (e.g. 1.7L instead of 1.5L).

I love this kettle, I have bought three previously and the down side is they don’t last very long 😔 12-18mths and then problems with electrical connection. Please buy on the assumption they are not long term. Expensive for short life span, however, five stars for the initial experience of loveliness.