The best quiet kettles for a peaceful morning brew

If you're after something slightly different from the usual style, this Laura Ashley China Rose Kettle has such a pretty design. It's made from stainless steel and has overheating protection, and our reviewer Carys said that "the 360 swivel base makes it easy to access whether you are left or right-handed". However, she did point out that "the kettle can be quite difficult to hold, as there is no base to the handle, which means no support for your wrist".

As it boils, the kettle makes minimal noise, which "is not distracting at all. Once the kettle is boiled, the lid tends to disperse heat quickly, so there are no burnt fingers if you need to add more water." As well as being quiet, "the kettle took 4 minutes to boil when it was at capacity (1.7L or 7 cups)," which is ideal for having a quiet moment to yourself when making cuppas for guests.

For practicality, "The water gauge has a handy feature that shows how many cups can be filled; however, it can be challenging to read as the handle tends to get in the way.".

Reviewed by Carys Wigley, an SEO Content Strategist at Bauer Media.

For a luxury quiet kettle, our Homes & Garden Product Writer recommends the Bodum BISTRO. "This kettle has particular features that warrant its upmarket price point. For example, the red dial on the power base sets the temperature, so you can heat water between 60°C and 90°C, or Boil. This is a must for tea or coffee connoisseurs as particular temperatures bring out the flavour in certain types of green tea, black tea and coffee."

We love the 30-minute Keep Warm function, as you don't have to waste energy re-boiling water if you forget that it's ready or your guests are a bit late.

It does have a removable limescale filter in the spout to stop bits from breaking off and getting into your drink. However, remember that if you live in a hard water area, you may need to descale the kettle regularly, although the clear glass design will give you a clear indicator of when this needs to be done. Natalie recommends using the Lakeland Kettle Protector to catch some of the scale build-up.

Reviewed by Natalie Knowles, a Homes & Garden Product Writer for Yours, specialising in home appliances.

This sleek and stylish kettle from Russell Hobbs doesn’t just look good but is practical too. Designed with quiet boil technology, this kettle was found to be 70 per cent quieter when tested against other Russell Hobbs kettles, so you can rest assured that it won’t disrupt the peace in your household. Other highlights include its perfect pour spout for no spills and the fact that it can boil one cup in a speedy 45 seconds is a win in our eyes.

It's recommended by 93 per cent of customers online so you know it's a highly rated option. Many reviewers mention how quiet and quick boiling is as well as how slick and sleek the design is. The odd customer had issues with how the water tasted when they first used the kettle, and said it had a plasticky taste but this disappeared after a couple of uses.

This functional yet stylish stainless steel finished kettle is perfect for left or right-handed users with dual water windows on each side. As well as being designed with quiet boil technology, this kettle has a special coating on the base plate that works with a diffuser ring to break up the bubbles making them smaller, and smaller bubbles equal less noise. As well as a perfect pour spout and rapid boil, we also love its stainless steel finish, as it means it will look good in all kitchen interiors.

Customers appreciate how quiet this kettle is, with one even going as far as saying they forgot it was on as it was so quiet. Some reviewers reported that the water had a metallic taste for the first couple of boils so that’s something to keep in mind.

This kettle may be more expensive than others on our list, but it guarantees a quiet boil with its Quiet Mark stamp of approval. This appliance will work discreetly without disrupting the tranquillity of your home and let's not ignore the fact that it's stunning, as far as kettles go. For its price, you also get all the additional features you'd want in your kettle, such as rapid boiling (it can boil two cups in less than a minute and a half), a non-drip spout, a removable filter and dry-boil safety cut-off. There are also two measuring windows, one with litre measurements and another with a cup level indicator, so you only put in as much water as you need, helping the environment in return.

Reviews mention how robust and sturdy this kettle is while also looking smart and elegant. Some customer reviews mention that they’ve had issues with the switch, some say it popped up prematurely before the kettle has finished boiling and others have said it didn’t pop back up at all but this seems to have been an issue with a batch from 2022/2023 as newer reviews don’t mention this at all.

If speciality teas are your calling, this tea maker will make sure you have the optimal temperature set to bring out the unique flavours and aromas perfectly. Simply press a button and watch as the basket descends gracefully into the water. Set the timer and wake up to your favourite brew. It’s also got the Quiet Mark stamp of approval, so you know it’s going to be whisper-quiet.

Reviewers state this Sage kettle has helped them to brew the perfect cuppa every time and love the smart features it comes equipped with. The only niggle customers have with this kettle is how fragile the glass element is, with many saying it breaks easily so be prepared to be extra gentle with it.