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Technical Details
- Fast boil 3 kW polished stainless steel Brita filter jug kettle and base
- Concealed element for maximum efficiency and easy clean;1 l capacity and extra-large water window for accurate filling
- 1 l capacity and extra-large water window for accurate filling
- Fitted with blue to red internal illumination on boil with Spectra--ever-changing colours on standby, non-slip, 360° rotational base for left and right-handed usage and cord storage
- Brita filter technology filters limescale and chlorine--works while boiling and includes Brita Maxtra cartridge
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The Breville VKJ469 polished stainless steel Brita filter jug kettle combines modern design with high performance. It is high wattage--3 kilowatt (kW)--keeping the boiling time short to save you time and has a concealed element. This makes it easier to clean and more energy efficient than an immersed element, requiring a lower minimum water level in order to function safely. It has a capacity of 1 litre (l) and features Brita filter technology which works as the kettle is boiling. This Brita filter uses a mixture of carbon and ion exchange resin to remove hardness, chlorine, heavy metals such as lead and copper, and other organic impurities from your water to improve its taste, smell and appearance. The kettle includes a recyclable Brita Maxtra cartridge which features a Memo display that automatically reminds you when your filter cartridge needs to be changed.The VKJ469 is designed with an extra-large water window indicating water level to help you fill the kettle to the desired amount. And this window illuminates blue to red when boiling, making it easier to judge the correct amount and giving your kettle a sophisticated style. But the colours don't have to stop when the kettle isn't in use as there is Spectra--ever-changing colours when the kettle is on standby mode maintaining the stylish look. The kettle is fitted with a non-slip, 360° rotational base for left and right-handed usage and cord storage to keep your kitchen worktop fuss-free.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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This kettle sure is pretty to look at, with slowly alternating fluorescent colours lighting it up. No one can doubt the usefulness of Brita water filters either, which are a tried and tested way of improving your hot drinks if you have a hard water supply.
I've noticed a few problems with this particular model however. First off, and most worrying, is the build quality. It may have a stainless steel base however the plastics seem flimsy. Both the button operated lid and the boil switch are very lightweight. Furthermore, the kettle we have wobbles slightly on its base - I've checked that there is no obstruction or cable underneath - and cannot solve this. It actually teeters quite a bit when it is coming to the boil - not very reassuring.
Secondly, the filter area is too small. It doesn't fully fill the reservoir underneath unless you top up at least once which means that preparing the kettle is time consuming. The capacity in general is just too small for a family of 4 or more - which is ironic given it's one of the biggest kettles I've owned.
Finally, you can't really use the kettle without the filter. Lifting out the filter holder means you remove the inside area of the spout. This leaves an area from which steam can escape that is far too big. It would have been nice to have this option, as being able to quickly boil a larger quantity of unfiltered water is useful for washing dishes when you have left your immersion switch off.
All in all, I can't recommend it at the price, unless you are only going to be making 1 or 2 hot drinks at a time and absolutely love the design.
I've noticed a few problems with this particular model however. First off, and most worrying, is the build quality. It may have a stainless steel base however the plastics seem flimsy. Both the button operated lid and the boil switch are very lightweight. Furthermore, the kettle we have wobbles slightly on its base - I've checked that there is no obstruction or cable underneath - and cannot solve this. It actually teeters quite a bit when it is coming to the boil - not very reassuring.
Secondly, the filter area is too small. It doesn't fully fill the reservoir underneath unless you top up at least once which means that preparing the kettle is time consuming. The capacity in general is just too small for a family of 4 or more - which is ironic given it's one of the biggest kettles I've owned.
Finally, you can't really use the kettle without the filter. Lifting out the filter holder means you remove the inside area of the spout. This leaves an area from which steam can escape that is far too big. It would have been nice to have this option, as being able to quickly boil a larger quantity of unfiltered water is useful for washing dishes when you have left your immersion switch off.
All in all, I can't recommend it at the price, unless you are only going to be making 1 or 2 hot drinks at a time and absolutely love the design.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Very dissapointed with this model as the Lid Release Button has developed a fault, just will not open the lid when you need to top up for a hot drink this seems to me a design fault as this has now occured twice, once on my original purchase and now the same fault has developed on its replacement.(now the button jams etc!)
The Spectre filter kettle I'm sure was a to be and interesting concept but this release button system lets it down. Otherwise, it was an ideal replacement for our old filter kettle.
Thanks to Amazon I am able to get a full refund. I hope they send this review and the kettle to Breville. We shall look for another model, in hopes that too does not develope the same fault.
The Spectre filter kettle I'm sure was a to be and interesting concept but this release button system lets it down. Otherwise, it was an ideal replacement for our old filter kettle.
Thanks to Amazon I am able to get a full refund. I hope they send this review and the kettle to Breville. We shall look for another model, in hopes that too does not develope the same fault.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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This kettle is ideal for those who prefer better quality water in their drinks.
The kettle itself has a quite nice design, and uses a 360 swivel base, which is standard for most modern kettles.
It weighs more than a conventional kettle, but that is due to the stainless steel, and also filter inside of it.
The rubber grip on the handle is good, as it means when pouring a full kettle it wont slip, and even if you hands are slightly wet.
The kettle has LED lights which constantly change between colours, which some might like, but could become annoying at times, and also an unneeded waste of power.
The boiling time is quite good, and will boil it quite fast compared to cheaper models I've used in the past.
The kettle uses a filter system, where the water must go through that before it can be boiled in the base of the kettle. I've read people complain about this, but most filters take a little time, and this only takes like 30secs for a full kettle to filter through before you can boil.
The limit of the kettle is only 1 Litre, which is more ideal for non large boils. Basically this item is more ideal for someone who mainly uses it for cups of tea or coffee, and would prefer nice, crystal clear water, that does actually make the drink taste a little better.
Overall It is quite nice, but anyone thinking of buying it should only for the reasons I have mentioned, and not if they are boiling huge loads all the time.
UPDATE: Having used this kettle for a month it broke. The open lid button when pressed goes in and doesn't come out, which means I cant open the lid to fill the kettle or change the filter. Pretty bad design flaw I think.
The kettle itself has a quite nice design, and uses a 360 swivel base, which is standard for most modern kettles.
It weighs more than a conventional kettle, but that is due to the stainless steel, and also filter inside of it.
The rubber grip on the handle is good, as it means when pouring a full kettle it wont slip, and even if you hands are slightly wet.
The kettle has LED lights which constantly change between colours, which some might like, but could become annoying at times, and also an unneeded waste of power.
The boiling time is quite good, and will boil it quite fast compared to cheaper models I've used in the past.
The kettle uses a filter system, where the water must go through that before it can be boiled in the base of the kettle. I've read people complain about this, but most filters take a little time, and this only takes like 30secs for a full kettle to filter through before you can boil.
The limit of the kettle is only 1 Litre, which is more ideal for non large boils. Basically this item is more ideal for someone who mainly uses it for cups of tea or coffee, and would prefer nice, crystal clear water, that does actually make the drink taste a little better.
Overall It is quite nice, but anyone thinking of buying it should only for the reasons I have mentioned, and not if they are boiling huge loads all the time.
UPDATE: Having used this kettle for a month it broke. The open lid button when pressed goes in and doesn't come out, which means I cant open the lid to fill the kettle or change the filter. Pretty bad design flaw I think.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Breville Brita Filter Kettle
I have had two of these kettles, the first one the release button for the lid broke and it became impossible to fill it. I put this down to bad luck. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Salvatore T. Benson
Rubbish
Great idea, spectacularly poor quality! This is my 5th breville filter kettle in a year and a half and on all of them the lid hinge has broken! This one lasted just 2 weeks! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Claire
Poorly Designed Product
Poorly designed kettle, great if you like the colour changing novelty however the design of the push button release for the lid is very poor, Plastic pivot pins are very weak, We... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr Stephen John
magic kettle
I am very pleased with my new Brita Kettle - it cheers up my kitchen with it's ever changing colours! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Penny C
replacement
this was a replacement for an earlier model. I wanted it for the colour morphing and this one has more colour than the older one it is replacing. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sophers
Off the boil
I bought this model 10 months ago and the switch that operates the lid has jammed, what's more, it can not be repaired, as the handle is fully moulded. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Bargain Hunter
Very Poor Build
I have now had 3rd kettle of this type. All developed the same problem over a period of a few months - openning mechanism fails and the open button stays blocked inside. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Martin Hovorka
unreliable
I purchased this kettle in January 2010 only for it to fail in September of the same year. Amazon arranged for a replacement and this has now also broken down (takes the sockets... Read more
Published 5 months ago by cports
Beautiful, but not ideal for large boils
I was thrilled to receive this kettle. Unlike a lot of kettles which are purely functional things, this one is gorgeous. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Miss
Very nice looking kettle but it did not last.
This is a realy nice looking kettle that realy does complemet a modern kitchen, and the built in filter does help to make a great tasting cup of tea. Read more
Published 9 months ago by John Nunn
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