When you first set eyes on the Braun WK600, you say "Wow! what a stylish, great looking item! This would look good in my kitchen!"
But this Braun electric kettle only performs half as good as it looks. Basically, it is just rates average, and is like putting a Mercedes shell over a Toyota (the real Mercedes being Braun’s WK200B model).
Not too say this kettle doesn't do its job. It is both easy to fill and easy to clean, as well as a quick boiler (about 75 secs per cup). Folks also love the cord storage which means it can stay flush against the counter wall without a messy thick plastic “snake” behind it.
Great for making tea, instant soups, coffee, and oatmeal when in a hurry, but not so great for travel due to its heavy body. And be careful when near the exterior! It tends to get HOT! Some say it sometimes leaks which isn't so good.
Here's a run down.
Braun WK600 Pros
sturdy stainless steel construction
convenient cord storage
easy to clean
easy to fill
spill free pouring
heating elements not present inside kettle
boils water at an acceptable rate
Braun WK600 Cons
some complain about rust-like stains after a while
kettle is heavy (5 pounds)
some plastic parts along with stainless steel
kettle tends to leak at base
small gauge makes it difficult to read water level
is rather noisy when doing its job
its overall life expectancy doesn't justify its price tag
So, is this kettle worth buying or skipping?
The truth is, there are other choices, and if the cons outweigh the pros, then maybe it is better selecting something else. I for sure do not like the fact that it may leak! That could be a real electrical hazard!
I would recommend folks considering this to check out Adagio's UtiliTEA kettle also. It too is made of stainless steel, boils water extremely fast (faster than the WK600!), and does not seem to inherit the same problems/cons as this Braun electric kettle.
Another option is to go with the more expensive Braun WK200B or WK200W, both of which get much better reviews! Only drawback is, they do not have the same stainless steel style.
Braun WK600 Quick Stats
weighs 5 pounds...9-2/3 x 7-5/6 x 12-7/8 inches...stainless steel body....lime scale filter...cordless...1500 watts
