Breville BKE820XL

Advantages

• ✓Breville provides precise temperature presets while the basic kettle only boils.
• ✓The 20‑minute keep‑warm function adds convenience not found in basic models.
• ✓Stainless‑steel construction offers greater durability than typical plastic/basic kettles.

Disadvantages

• ✗Basic kettles lack temperature control, keep‑warm, and safety features like auto shut‑off.
• ✗Metal build may be heavier, but basic models are often cheaper.

Advantages

• ✓Breville BKE820XL’s stainless‑steel body is less prone to breakage than glass.
• ✓Soft‑opening lid reduces steam and spills, a feature not always present on glass models.
• ✓The 20‑minute keep‑warm is shorter than some glass kettles but still provides useful warmth.

Disadvantages

• ✗Glass kettles may offer longer keep‑warm durations (e.g., 30 min) and visual water level monitoring.
• ✗The metal kettle lacks the aesthetic transparency some users prefer.