Haden vs Russell Hobbs Kettles

Value is the common thread between Haden and Russell Hobbs. Haden's models here run from £39 for the Highclere 1.5-litre to £44 for the Jersey Red 1.5-litre, with the Heritage 1.7-litre at £42. Russell Hobbs's Honeycomb 1.7-litre kettles are £24 and £27, the Inspire 1.7-litre in black is £34, and the Brita Purity glass water filter kettle is £44 for 1 litre. The two cheapest Russell Hobbs kettles therefore sit £12 and £15 below the cheapest Haden.

Russell Hobbs's Honeycomb 1.7-litre models offer a 3000W element, 360-degree base and limescale filter, while the Inspire adds a Rapid Boil feature and a Perfect Pour spout. The Brita Purity model adds a glass water filter to a 1-litre kettle with a 360-degree base. Haden's Highclere and Heritage have a 3000W element and 360-degree base with an extra removable filter, so the power is comparable. Russell Hobbs has the wider set of features, while Haden has the stronger colour line.

Haden suits buyers who want a stylish kettle in pool blue, turquoise or ivory cream that matches a Haden toaster, and who will pay a little more than the cheapest option. Russell Hobbs suits people who want the lowest price on a full-size 1.7-litre kettle with a 3000W element, especially in a student flat or rented home. A household that uses the kettle for many cups a day will appreciate the 1.7-litre capacity from either brand. If you want the kettle to look like part of the room, Haden is the one to choose.

Bottom line: choose Haden if you want a colourful retro 1.5-litre or 1.7-litre kettle that matches a Haden toaster, choose Russell Hobbs if you want a 1.7-litre 3000W kettle for £24 to £27 with a limescale filter.