As far as the basics go, smart kettles operate in almost exactly the same way as standard kettles, just with a few added extras, the main one being they allow you to control your kettle from your mobile phone. The smart kettle has a lot of time saving and handy uses that have, until now, been impossible to do. Let’s look at why you’d want to buy a kettle that connects to the Internet, and see if it is a crazy idea after all! Unfortunately, the kettle cannot be turned on or off from the app, this is a big disadvantage for me and is why I would always opt for the Smarter iKettle instead. Like many smart devices, it leans heavily on novelty value' he said, 'but firing up your kettle on a timer, or without having to get off the sofa, is the sort of thing you can easily get used to.' Hot water on command

The Smarter iKettle is a clear winner when it comes to Wi-Fi kettles. Not only does it look stylish, but it’s very functional too thanks to the companion app for Android and iPhone. These types of kettles are great for people who have mobility issues. Rather than having to constantly get up and down and walk to the kitchen to turn the kettle on, they can do this from their phone or via voice control. New parents benefit from them too, as when they make up a formula bottle they need to boil the water to 100°C and then let it cool to 70°C. A smart kettle can do both and keep the temperature at 70°C. This can save a lot of time and stress. The Appkettle looks more like a traditional kettle and will blend in well in your kitchen. Unlike the Smarter iKettle, this one has a water meter on the side which allows you to see the water level without opening it or using the app. At 1.7L it’s roughly the same size as the Smarter iKettle. In the app, you can choose the temperature of the water, this is ideal if you prefer hot chocolates or green tea which don’t require the water to reach boiling point. Speaking of the app, it uses the AppKettle app which is available for iPhone and Android. You can easily boil the kettle from the app and it provides a countdown timer that gives you a rough idea of when it will reach the desired temperature.Design – Of course, you’ll want your smart kettle to blend in with your kitchen so the design is important. Look out for kettles with stainless steel or chrome finishes for a premium look. Having a water meter on the front can also improve the functionality of the kettle for those using it without an app.

Another who had a bit of trouble connecting their WiFi says “…amazing customer service, completely went out of their way.” Should You Buy it? You'll have to fill up your kettle yourself, but then you can perform a range of tasks from the comfort of your sofa. Depending on which model you choose, these may include:

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Smart kettles, or WiFi kettles, are a combination of existing kettles that we’ve been using forever, and some cool modern gadgetry. They connect to your home’s WiFi and can then be controlled and monitored by your smart phone, tablet or other smart device. They cost a fair bit more than ordinary kettles but offer a whole different level of convenience and quality. What kinds of stuff can you do with a smart kettle Many smart kettles, the Swan Alexa included, allow you to set a daily schedule, meaning you can wake up to freshly boiled water ready for your morning brew. This could be handy if your life is pretty hectic, or even if you just can't function properly before the first coffee of the day. This does mean there's no companion app, which won't be ideal for some users, but you can control options such as the temperature, or select pre-sets for different types of tea all from within the Alexa app. There are 15 different temperatures to choose from. How to choose a smart kettle Smart kettles fall into the same categories as a lot of smart home devices. Initial reactions might be, who really needs a WiFi kettle for goodness sake. But when you start to learn about it, you might think, ” aha, that does sound kind of useful actually…) Capacity - When it comes to the capacity of smart kettles you’re going to encounter a similar volume as you would for any standard electric kettle. That means capacities of anywhere from about 1.5 liters to 2 liters. Unless you are boiling a full kettle every time, the capacity may not be all that significant. After all, most people boil for a single cup or two. Of course, if you have a large family or need a kettle in the office for multiple cups of coffee or tea, a larger capacity may be needed.