While it’s true that electric kettles are responsible for a large proportion of energy use in the average UK home, this is mainly due to how people use their kettles. The blue light might make the boiling water look great and you could argue that having this on in the kitchen at night means less need for an energy-hungry overhead light.

Combined with this, as a specialist appliance, it is a slower boiler than most, taking around four and a half minutes for its positively dinky 800ml capacity. The only downside is that the reflective silver surface needs the occasional wipe-down, but this only takes a couple of seconds while your tea is brewing. And, even better, it’s quick and quiet, boiling enough water for one cup of tea in 45 seconds and enough for four cups in one minute and 45 seconds. We liked that we could also use this kettle as a carafe and keep it on our dining table to refill cups of tea.

That’s useful if you don’t have much space in your kitchen, as this kettle doesn’t take up any more room than a regular one. With temperature control features, it is easy to choose a preferred temperature rather than having the water completely boil.

Our range of kettles continue to lead the industry not only with innovation but also with quality and style. The Smeg KLF03 kettle is one of the more expensive models around, but it’s also one of the quickest to reach boiling point and is classily designed. From a rapid boil function to a keep warm feature, notification beep, and removable filter spout, to a temperature control panel, and boil-dry protection feature. If you often refill a kettle as soon as it has boiled, choose one with a flip-top lid you don’t have to take off manually.Offering the option to boil just 250ml of water, the Ninja Perfect Temperature Kettle KT200UK can efficiently deliver hot water for one, while the competition’s minimum is usually twice that amount. This cordless model uses a flat heating element for easy cleaning and an auto shut-off system when it reaches the right temperature. Surprisingly, it can actually be easier to keep white appliances clean than some others, such as those made from stainless steel, as you won't need to worry as much about noticeable water marks or fingerprints. Get the kettle connected to the app and there’s a wider choice of temperatures: you can pick everything from 40°C to 100°C in 1°C increments.

If an electric kettle has a low minimum fill level and switches off instantly after boiling, it can save energy. Now, no need to wait for ages for the kettle to boil as it can boil one cup of water in just 45 seconds. The lever element of the kettle glows when you turn it on, and the soft open top is a thing of beauty too.For those passionate about tea, coffee, or any hot beverage, and equally keen on sustainability, the energy-efficient kettle is a game-changer. Its seamless stainless steel body will create a stylish focal point on a countertop, and its slim build and small footprint mean it’s a useful addition to a smaller kitchen. Sure, it doesn't have the statement rose-gold accents of the Progress or Salter kettles, but the minimalistic silver and black design will pair with almost anything, making it perfect if you're a renter who moves between kitchens fairly frequently. This kettle claims to “save up to 66 per cent energy” by boiling the water super-fast and it does use the least energy of all the kettles.

When you have to boil more water than you need or are not planning on using the water immediately, this function will be a life saver.A 3kW-rated kettle, the Smeg KLF03 managed to boil 1-litre of water in just 2mins 5secs, making it one of the fastest models we’ve tested. De’Longhi have crafted a stylish and well-made kettle in the Distinta, which is a genuine pleasure to use. Whether you want to enjoy a good cuppa, save energy, environment, or waster cost, the above-mentioned energy efficient kettles are what you are looking for.