Choosing a smart kettle: recommendations for choosing and rating the best models

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Not all manufacturers of small household appliances produce advanced equipment of this level. It has only recently begun to become widespread, so the brands can be counted on one hand.

REDMOND

. A brand that is always one of the first to produce innovative, technologically advanced models of small household and kitchen appliances. At the moment, it offers the widest range of “smart kettles”.

Xiaomi

. The Chinese brand is also known as a manufacturer of unusual functional goods. Its teapots are recognizable, made in the company’s classic laconic design and are easy to use.

Polaris

. A less popular Russian brand that also strives for innovative solutions. In its assortment you can currently find only a few “smart” kettles.

Kitfort

. A popular brand whose technology is designed to make life easier. Offers the most modern products, including “smart” kettles at an affordable price.

Bluetooth kettles

Bluetooth technology version 4.0 allows you to remotely turn on equipment at a distance of up to 25 m. In version 5.0, the operating range is increased by 4 times, but it is still little used in smart kitchen appliances on the market. In general, devices that use Bluetooth are the most common. The proposed rating of the most popular models will allow you to evaluate the characteristics of the best devices in this category.

3rd place: Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle

The manufacturing company offers a model with protection against leakage currents, electric shock to the user, and automatic shutdown of the device in the absence of water. Mi Smart Kettle is easy to maintain due to the absence of hard-to-reach places (the diameter of the body is 13 cm, the lid opens to 80 °). The maximum boiling time for water is 5 minutes.

There is a function to maintain the set temperature for 12 hours without re-boiling (maximum up to 90 °C). The outer part of the housing is made of plastic, the inner part is made of AISI 304 stainless steel, recommended for use in the production of kitchen appliances and medical equipment. The material is characterized by increased resistance to corrosion, the formation of limescale, and ease of maintenance.

Mi Smart Kettle

The double-layer casing provides effective thermal insulation. Even if there is boiling water inside the container, the surface temperature outside will not exceed +40 °C. The design of the lid allows it to be opened in two positions: at an angle of 45 ° or 80 °. Additional arguments in favor of choosing a model are:

• presence of a compartment for compact cable laying;
• The device is equipped with a STRIX thermostat;
• installation of high-precision temperature sensors Japan Shibaura and HGTECH (their maximum measurement error does not exceed 1%).

2nd place: Redmond SkyKettle G201S

The model is distinguished by the presence of a spectacular backlight, the color of which, depending on the settings, changes at intervals from 30 seconds to 3 minutes. The manufacturer offers users the opportunity to heat water to a selected temperature from 40 to 100 °C with the ability to maintain it at a given level.

Heating is performed with an accuracy of ±1 °C. There is a “Night Light” function, in which the device will glow without even heating the water. If desired, you can select the “Disco Tea” mode to synchronize the lighting with the melody turned on from the control gadget.

Redmond SkyKettle G201S

To increase the safety of using the equipment, a function is provided to lock the buttons located on the control panel. If there is a small child in the house, it becomes especially relevant. Automatic shutdown functions will also be useful when there is no water in the container, when removed from the stand or when it boils. The manufacturer provides a 12 month warranty.

1st place: Redmond SkyKettle G210S

When developing this model, the manufacturer relied not only on the functionality and ease of use of the device, but also on the introduction of innovative technologies in boiling water. In particular, it has a Smart Boil function that allows you to control the intensity of boiling water. As a result, it is possible to achieve its optimal mineralization and prevent excessive steam formation.

Also, when using hard pipe water, it is possible to use the active boiling mode to soften it and make it more suitable for making drinks. For the convenience of users, the mobile software includes a recipe book. It is enough to select the one you need and start heating with one touch so that the optimal operating mode of the device is started.

Redmond SkyKettle G210S

The backlight can be used not only as a decorative element, but also as a source of night lighting in the kitchen.

There are learning and development modes for children aimed at learning colors, training memory or attention.

Pros and cons of bluetooth kettles

An important argument in favor of Bluetooth technology for the home is that there is no need to provide direct visibility between connected devices. The distance between them directly depends on the Bluetooth version. It is important that this communication technology does not require large amounts of energy and can work successfully almost anywhere.

It is easy to use, configure, synchronize, and does not require additional technical support for its operation. In addition, when using Bluetooth, the likelihood of hacking is virtually zero. This is due to the fact that weak signals are used and constant frequency retuning occurs.

Bluetooth operation

A significant drawback that is important when using this type of communication to control household appliances is the limitation in range. Otherwise, Bluetooth will fully meet user expectations.

How to control a Bluetooth kettle from anywhere in the world

The Bluetooth range limitation for using technology is a significant problem. Free R4S Gateway software allows you to remove all restrictions and control your device from anywhere in the world. To work, just download and install the program on a gadget running on the Android platform from 4.3, which will always be at home. After that, just connect it to the Internet. As a result, the mobile device will be used in the future as a transmitter.

How R4S Gateway works

How to choose a “smart” kettle?

The choice of such equipment in stores is not yet very large, but it is still there, and when purchasing, I would like not to make a mistake with the model. In addition to the main criteria that are relevant for conventional electric kettles, it is worth paying attention to a few more points.

Kettles are currently produced only by a few serious manufacturers. Here you should avoid unfamiliar Chinese brands that you are hearing about for the first time. The minimum that a thoughtless purchase of such a model can lead to is an application that does not work correctly or is completely unusable.

Application

. Please note that the application for controlling equipment is Russified and extremely understandable. Otherwise, it will be difficult to understand the functionality of the device.

Functionality

. Here, each user selects a model for himself. Some smart kettles can work in a smart home system, automatically fill with water when you press a button, and maintain a certain temperature.

Wi-Fi kettles

When choosing kettles with WIFI control, the difference in comparison with similar Bluetooth equipment will only be in the wireless communication system used to communicate via the Internet with the controlling gadget. Among the advantages of this solution are the large range of the module (depending on the modification, it can be up to 500 m), as well as the absence of the need to use special applications or additional transmitting devices to control the device from anywhere in the world.

How does Wi-Fi kettle work?

3rd place: Polaris PWK1792CGL Wi-Fi

The main advantages of the model are reliability, convenience and functionality. Users are offered 12 automatic programs for preparing various drinks and infant formula. The manufacturer includes detailed instructions with the device, with which you can easily understand the features of each of them.

There are also several unique options available. For example, “Living Water”, which will remind you before turning it on that the water has not been changed for a long time. There is a built-in Smart Cloud system that will remember the 5 most frequently selected programs by the user. If there is not enough water in the container, the device will notify you about this.

Polaris PWK1792CGL Wi-Fi

2nd place: Smarter iKettle 2.0

A special feature of the model is an extended range of water heating temperatures (from 20 to 100 °C). The adjustment step is not tied to specific values. There is a built-in water filter and convenient functions that allow you to automate the time you turn on the device. A nice addition will be the “Welcome!” function, with which water heating will start automatically when the user arrives home.

Smarter iKettle 2.0

Smart kettle Bosch Styline Sensor TWK861P3RU: description

The Bosch kettle was included in the 2021 list of smart devices due to its functionality and ease of control. The model is made in two shades - black and red. The case is made of plastic with stainless steel inserts. Judging by the reviews from satisfied users, the model is light and convenient: it’s easy to wash and pour water from a kettle into a cup. The model is installed on a metal stand that operates without an electrical connection.

The manufacturer thought about the safety of users and the device itself. There is a temperature control function: the kettle automatically turns off if it overheats. The KeepWarm option allows you to use the device as a thermos and keep the water warm.

Functions and Features

In terms of functionality, the model does not reach the leader of this TOP - the Xiaomi Smart Kettle has a much larger set of options. However, this kettle is still practical to use. The device offers five operating modes, which differ in water heating temperature. The modes are not designated by types of tea, but in practice, using a kettle you can easily brew black and green tea, milk oolong, coffee or milk.

There is a slider on the stand that adjusts the temperature, switches modes, or simply reduces the heat. The manufacturer has taken care of the convenience of users: a good kettle is installed in the center of the stand and rotates around its axis. You can move the device so that steam does not get on the wallpaper, curtains or family members sitting at the table.

An interesting feature of the Bosch model, which is not found in any kettle on this list, is that it works both from the built-in power supply and from wires. To prevent the cable from the stand from getting in the way or getting lost, the case has a special slot for storing it.

How does a smart electric kettle work?

A smart electric kettle works as usual: the device is connected to an outlet, water is poured, and the heating mode is selected using the control panel. But the main thing that distinguishes smart kettles from regular ones is remote control. All you need is an iOS or Android phone.

Through a special application in Russian, which is developed by the manufacturer, you can monitor the boiling time and receive notifications on your iPhone. The smartphone will “notify” when the water reaches the desired temperature. The user can also choose which one is needed, depending on the type of tea that needs to be brewed.

Here are other features that quality models have:

• thermopot - the ability to use the kettle as a thermos and maintain the desired temperature for several hours;
• automatic switching on of the device in accordance with a pre-designated schedule;
• putting the kettle into sleep mode when there is little water left in it;
• connecting the device to several phones so that all family members and guests at home can control it.

Smart kettles are chosen by busy, business people.

You can start the device while still on the street, during a workout, or at work before your lunch break. Or set up a personal operating mode so that hot tea is ready every morning when the user wakes up.

Smart kettle REDMOND SkyKettle G200S: description

This model is positioned by the manufacturer as multifunctional: the ability to make tea, coffee, and built-in LEDs that can flash like in a disco, and even educational games for children. The 2-liter kettle is suitable for use by a large family.

Functions

The device functions in three directions at once. Like a kettle, it heats water and operates in five temperature modes: from 40 to 100 degrees. Although there are only five modes, the user can manually adjust the heating - the step is 1 degree.

The second function of the device is light and music. Diodes are built into the body of the disco kettle. The user synchronizes the smartphone with the device, plays their favorite song and watches the body flicker.

This home disco can be turned into a fun learning experience for children. The gadget program has a game with several levels. The child will have to guess the changing colors, train his memory and earn points for completing tasks.

Control

The device supports synchronization with phones running iOS (at least 9th generation) and Android (Jelly Bean version or newer); it does not yet connect to a smartphone running Windows. All control is carried out using the proprietary Ready for Sky application. You can control the operation of the kettle from anywhere in the world, because this application is part of the Redmond smart home system.

In the application you can start or turn off boiling and set up a schedule. An interesting feature that the developers have implemented is the ability to customize the schedule: on different days of the week, the device turns on at a certain time and heats the water to a specific temperature.

The application contains an online book with tea recipes and instructions for action especially for teapot owners. Each recipe specifies the type of leaves and the optimal temperature at which the tea will brew and reveal its flavor. The application will allow you to make a drink and collect statistics - when and how much water was consumed.

New versions of the teapot

As soon as the Redmond RK-G200S went on sale, it immediately became popular. Therefore, the manufacturer has released newer versions based on this device:

• G201S is a classic kettle, but in an elegant white color;
• G210S can also be used as a night light - the operating time of the lamp is not limited;
• white G211S allows you to place orders in the company’s online tea and coffee store;
• The G212S received slightly reduced dimensions (volume 1.7 liters) and an improved protective system;
• G213S has slightly narrower functionality, but also costs less - on Yandex.Market the price does not exceed 2,000 rubles;
• G214S is distinguished by the presence of four heating modes - from 40 to 95 degrees;
• The G240S is small in volume and compact in size.

Another model from Redmond is the M170S and its “brothers” M171S, M173S-E. These elegant black products with a pattern on the front are chosen by users for their durability. The devices are made of three-layer stainless steel, have a triple protection system and innovative Strix controllers. These parts instantly turn off the kettle in case of overheating or electrical problems.