Haden vs Hamilton Beach Kettles

Haden and Hamilton Beach both target shoppers who want a kettle without spending heavily, but they offer very different looks. Haden's models here run from £39 for the Highclere Pool Blue 1.5-litre to £44 for the Jersey Red 1.5-litre, with the Heritage 1.7-litre in Turquoise or Ivory Cream at £42. Hamilton Beach's HB1107 jug kettles are £17 each in black or white, which makes them £22 cheaper than the cheapest Haden at the entry point.

Haden's Highclere and Heritage models have a 3000W element, a 360-degree swivel base and an extra removable limescale filter, while the Jersey Red adds Rapid Boil technology. Hamilton Beach's HB1107 has a 1.7-litre capacity and 2200W element, with a water level indicator and auto shut-off. The cordless jug lifts off its base for easy pouring. Haden therefore offers more power and a filter, while Hamilton Beach keeps to the basics.

Haden suits buyers who want a colourful kettle that matches a Haden toaster or sits well in a retro or country kitchen, and who are willing to pay a little more for a 3000W element. Hamilton Beach suits students, first-time buyers and renters who need a full-size 1.7-litre kettle at the lowest price and have no need for colour coordination. Both need regular descaling in hard-water areas, and the Highclere and Heritage filters make that job easier. If you only make a cup or two a day, the Hamilton Beach is hard to beat. Haden's colour options also make it easy to pick a kettle that complements a toaster bought from the same range.

Bottom line: choose Haden if you want a retro-styled kettle with a 3000W element that matches a Haden toaster, choose Hamilton Beach if you want a plain 1.7-litre jug kettle in black or white for as little as £17.