Russell Hobbs 25502 Cavendish Kettle Review

The Russell Hobbs 25502 Cavendish Kettle is a smart, compact, easy to handle contemporary kettle, perfect for the modern kitchen. Available in cream and black, the kettle has a metal lid and spout, with accompanying plastic accents such as the handle and power switch.

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As well as a classic look, the Cavendish Kettle is full of features designed to make your tea making routine more convenient. Some of these include the fast boiling (one 235ml cup boiled in 45 seconds), the anti-scale reusable water filter and the useful 360 degree base.

About Russell Hobbs

The Cavendish Kettle is by Russell Hobbs - the well known appliance brand. They're particularly respected for their innovative products, and release a steady stream of them. They also sell toasters, bread makers, space heaters and irons to name a few. They've built a reputation as a strong and reliable brand.

Specification

We now explore some of the key features in detail.

• Capacity - 1.7 Litres, the default capacity of Russell Hobbs kettles. This is approximately 6-7 cups worth of water.
• Dimensions - 22.8cm x 17.8cm x 21.3cm.
• Fast Boil - The kettle is designed with a rapid boil facility. It can boil 1 cup (235ml) in 45 seconds.
• Water Level Indicator - Helps you measure exactly how much water you need. This reduces boiling time and also saves money by not boiling water unnecessarily.
• Concealed Heating Element - The heating element is concealed in the bottom of the kettle to allow for easy cleaning.
• Anti-Scale Filter - There's a removable anti-scale filter in the spout. It also catches other large pieces of unwanted material. It's particularly useful if you live in England where the tap water is hard water. The filter is washable and reusable. It also helps to extend the lifespan of the kettle.

Illuminating Power Switch

Underneath the handle is an illuminating power button. When the kettle is boiling, the switch lights up red, as seen below:

Perfect Pour Spout

The metal spout is designed so that splashing and spilling is reduced. It aims to eliminate the problem of being burnt by stray drops of water. It's not 100% perfect, but does have an effect.

360 Degree Base

The kettle sits on a 360 degree base. This is purely for convenience. It means that you will not need to line the kettle up with the base after each use. It's also particularly useful if, for example, you're right handed, but someone else in your household is left handed.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Cavendish Kettle is straightforward. Both the outside and inside can be wiped with a damp cloth. The inside can be de-scaled in the same way other kettles are. The filter is removable and washable.

Recommendation

We rate the Russell Hobbs Cavendish Kettle 4.5 / 5 stars. It clearly hits the sweet spot on both practicality and style, and would suit modern kitchens in particular. When purchased, the kettle and base are shipped together in a single box with an instruction booklet to get you started.

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