Breville BKE720BSS
Score: 85/100
Zojirushi CD-NAC40BM Black
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Breville BKE720BSS Temp Select kettle combines a 1500W element with five temperature presets and a 20-minute keep-warm function, delivering precise brewing control. Its main drawbacks are the persistent beeping and a bulky footprint that may not suit small kitchens. Ideal for tea and coffee enthusiasts who value temperature accuracy over compact size.
The Zojirushi CD-NAC40BM is a 4-liter Micom water boiler offering precise temperature control and robust stainless-steel construction. Its large size and weight make it less portable and it lacks an LED indicator. Ideal for tea and coffee enthusiasts who value accuracy and capacity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.7 L | 4 Lbest | |
1,500 Wbest | 800 W | |
100 °Cbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.6 kgbest | 3.3 kg |
20 minutesbest | — | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
253 mmbest | 231 mm | |
172 mm | 231 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(1) | ||
Capacity (L) | 1.7 L | 4.0 L |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Body Material | Brushed stainless steel | stainless steel |
Weight (kg) | 1.60 kg | 3.3 kg |
Height (mm) | 253 mm | 231 mm |
Width (mm) | 172 mm | 231 mm |
Depth (mm) | 219 mm | 231 mm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power (Wattage) (W) | 1500 W | 800 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the Breville for its tea-specific temperature presets, reliable 20-minute keep-warm, and splash-preventing soft lid, describing it as a premium choice for tea and pour-over coffee enthusiasts.
Everyday users consistently praise the kettle's solid construction, fast yet quiet heating, and the flexibility of multiple temperature settings, rating it highly for durability and performance.
“Fast heating, 135 oz capacity, and on-demand hot water across 160-208°F settings-it's a pleasure.”
Editors and professional reviewers emphasize the Zojirushi CD-NAC40BM's precise temperature control, rapid heating, and Japanese build quality, positioning it as a premium choice for tea and coffee enthusiasts who value consistency and durability.
Everyday users who have reviewed the product highlight its fast heating, generous 135 oz capacity, and the convenience of on-demand hot water across a wide temperature range, describing the experience as a pleasure, while noting the unit's weight and size as potential drawbacks.
