9 best one-cup kettles for the perfect cuppa

With over 20,000 reviews, the Breville HotCup Hot Water Dispenser [VKJ142] is a popular choice with Amazon customers. It boils water in less than a minute so you'll be drinking your tea, coffee or hot chocolate in no time at all. All you need to do is fill it up from the tap, flip the switch and it'll be ready to go in seconds. The sleek black body, stainless steel trim and illuminated water tank give it a modern look.

Customer review: "Does exactly what it says 1 cup kettle take less time to boil not wasting energy boiling a kettle for 1 cup of coffee also if you put it on and walk away to do something else come back your cuppa is waiting on you no reboiling kettle and pouring just grab and go"

This Russell Hobbs 20760-10 Brita Purify Kettle is much the same as the Russell Hobbs Brita Purity Filter Clear Plastic Kettle, the difference being it's made of glass instead of plastic with a built-in Brita filter. It's the purest material for a kettle (it doesn't release any metals) and is even easier to clean.

A customer commented: "I love this kettle because it makes my tea taste great, which living in a hard water area. They add that not having to "constantly fill the water [filter] jug" is a huge plus - and cuts out the middle man. And, despite that, this kettle is still fairly priced. You will need to change the filter a few times and a descale now and again, but with some de-scaling care, it will serve you well.

Though a little more expensive and heavier than the previous model, it definitely has its perks. For example, this kettle also has a rapid boil, a concealed heating element, and a BRITA filter system.

You'll get the perfect amount of water for your cup every time using the LAICA Dual Flo Electric Kettle as it has a variable dispense volume capacity to give you the option to boil based on the size of the cup you want to fill. It has a dispenser in the side along with a drip tray so if you struggle with lifting a weighty kettle, you can pour yourself a drink hands-free.

Customer review: "Have had a couple of previous dispensers both leading brands - one ok and the other poor. This LAICA is by far the best and easiest to use and also looks good. The ability to use it as a conventional kettle as well as providing one cup of hot water is great and the most important thing is that the water is acceptably hot, not like others I have used previously. Would definitely recommend."

Speedy, slick and simple, with just the touch of a button, the Breville VKJ367 Brita Filter Hot Cup can deliver you boiling water in just 40 seconds. It's the second option from Breville on our list, but this one stands out because it uses Brita Filter technology to remove impurities from your water as it's boiling, to improve the overall taste, smell and appearance of your beverage.

Customer review: "The Breville Brita Hotcup water dispenser is beyond perfect. Gone are the days of waiting for a kettle. Boiled water straight to your cup in about 40 seconds first and every time. Energy efficient and time saving. Looks stylish on the worktop and is very easy to operate. User friendly for all ages."

Although not technically made to be a one-cup kettle, The Compact Glass Kettle from Sage has just a one-litre capacity so we think it would be ideal for boiling a small amount of water for your brew. This space-saving kettle has an ergonomic handle so it's comfortable to pour from and a soft top lid that is designed to gently release steam and eliminates splashing for safety.

Customer review: "Nice stylish kettle. Nice to find one that can boil smaller amounts. Prompt service. Well packed."

If you're wanting to whip up a quick cuppa when you're away from home, you need the Lakeland 0.5L Travel Kettle and Accessories Set. It features a compact 500ml travel kettle plus two beakers, spoons and a divided container to put tea bags or coffee granules and sugar inside so you'll have everything you need for brews on the go. When not in use, you can pop it back inside the neat carry bag included for easy storage.

Customer review: "Lovely little travel kettle made of metal for better tasting water and an easier clean. Perfect for a brew when travelling or camping! Love this!!"

Enjoy your morning brew in style with the Cooks Professional Electric Instant Hot Water Dispenser. It's available in black and red, black and silver and Nordic grey, but we love the black and rose gold finish that gives this hot water dispenser a modern feel. The 2.5 litre capacity is larger compared to others on our list, but the powerful heating element boils small amounts of water in just a couple of seconds rather than heating the whole tank at once.

Customer review: "I don't have to boil a whole kettle of water just for a cup of tea now. With this hot water dispenser, I can have as little as I want for my hot drink, without concerning about energy inefficient anymore. Highly recommend for all."

Last but by no means least on our list of the best one-cup kettles is another option from Breville, the Hot Cup VKJ318 Five-Cup Hot Water Dispenser. It can dispense up to 250ml of boiling water at the touch of a button and has the capacity to dispense around five cups before requiring a refill, so it's ideal for both the home and a small office. It's speedy too, as it's designed to produce a cup of hot water up to four times faster than a traditional kettle.

Customer review: "It’s fast quiet and easy to use It’s very convenient that you can adjust the volume of water, which saves energy as you don’t boil more than you need. We use large mugs for our cups of tea and it’s just perfect. It boils quicker than my old kettle as takes just around a minute. It holds plenty of water in the tank so not forever filling it up."

This retro electric kettle is crafted with stainless steel, has no plastic in contact with the water, can quickly boil 1.7 litres of water in 4 to 5 minutes, comes with a 360-degree swivel base attached is fully detachable for cordless operation.