What is Wattage & boil time?
1,200–2,000W decides how fast a litre boils.
Short answer
Check your socket rating if the kettle is above 1,500W.
Wattage & boil time when buying a electric kettle
1,200–2,000W decides how fast a litre boils.
Why it matters: 1,500W boils a litre in about 4 minutes; lower wattage doubles that.
Look for: Check your socket rating if the kettle is above 1,500W.
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