If you love this unit, but need a little bit more horsepower, consider the VKT111. It features 2L capacity, a cup size selector for dispensing variable amounts, and an impossibly chic brushed steel finish.

This serves two purposes - instant access to something we want, and a sense of doing something environmentally responsible i.e., only boiling exactly the amount of water that you need and no more. Our last entry easily features the most expensive hot water dispenser on this list. But, Morphy Richards’ 131004 Redefine has got the bells and whistles to make the other instant kettles seethe.Although they are called instant hot water dispensers there will still be a waiting period for the hot water and if you are filling several cups you will need to pause between each one to allow the water to reheat. So, before you go out and buy a one cup kettle, it's a good idea to find out how they work and exactly what you will be getting for your money. Filling the Water Tank When your goal is to serve no one but yourself the perfect cuppa, this affordable instant kettle calls out for your consideration. It’s a simple design really, boiling the entirety of its 300mL capacity in 30 seconds or less with its robust 3000w heating element. In other words, one cup goes in cold, one cup comes ready to greet your afternoon tea with piping hot water. On the other hand, if you’re an occasional drinker, you may prefer a dispenser that heats only the water it uses. Easy, right?

Sturdy construction and easy handling. After all, a unit that responds poorly to daily use is far more likely to cause painful spills and burns. Many hot water dispenser listings play fast and loose with their language in an effort to obscure what their product can and can’t do. Very often, a search for “instant boilers” will lead you to dispensers that do not yield 100°C water. While this may not be a dealbreaker, just keep in mind that there is an appreciable difference between boiling and almost-boiling in many applications. (Pasta comes to mind!) Efficiency: Always-on vs. One Cup Kettle vs. Traditional Electric Kettles You will also only be using enough energy to heat a cup of hot water at any one time rather than a whole kettle of water.Almost all hot water dispensers have a drip tray to catch any overflow or dribbling from the spout. On paper, yes. However, there are a few extras the standard HotCup doesn’t have. First, just look at the thing. In the midst of most modern homes and offices, the Breville VKT124 HotCup strikes a pose whilst blending in with its understated design.

Need more? How about an upgrade to a 1.8L tank, all-steel construction, concealed heating element for safety, removable drip tray, and Breville’s ever-attractive blue-lit water window? The price point is certainly higher than the first entry on this list, but if you like to spoil yourself as a consumer, you’ll find it a bargain. Want something that stays hot all day without costing you dearly in energy or counter space? Then the aptly named brand Perma Therm intant hot water dispenser demands a second look. Yes, it makes a rather utilitarian first impression, with basic LCD, chunky buttons, and wide plastic handle which makes no attempt to hide within the design. But you’ll find that hidden underneath is a thing of beauty: a 3.5L tank which has been aggressively insulated.At any rate, you should avoid traditional kettles, which boil 1-2 litres water every time you operate them. You’re just throwing money and time away in this use-case. Hot Water Dispenser Safety Features Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. The availability of different dispense amounts means that you are saving money by only heating the amount of water for the cup size chosen, something that it is difficult to do with a standard kettle.