Tefal BR303844 Quickcup

...perfect working order with a Tefal Quickcup, I'll admit I rolled my eyes, and muttered about gimmicks . My dad rolled his eyes, and muttered about the cost, which at the time the purchased it was around 60 quid. They've now had this for around a year, and as a frequent visitor to my parents house, I've used this many times . I'll admit I've changed my mind an no longer view this as a gimmick . Essentially, this can be used instead of a kettle, and ...
...to this energy wise - Tefal state that you can save up to 65% of the energy you would use if using a normal kettle - and when you bear in mind many of us boil more water than we need when using a kettle, that makes a lot of sense . Its a pretty chunky appliance - a trasparent one and a half litre water tank, surrounded by stylish black, with metallic accents and a bright red button on the top . Its narrower at the bottom, and flares out toward the ...

Thehonesttruth 30.08.2009 · Read full review
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...which there are many) Tefal claim that this machine will save 65% of your energy, compared to using a standard kettle as it only heats the water needed for your cuppa. This makes it much more environmentally friendly than your regular kettle, plus it can also dispense cold filtered water, saving the need for bottled water if that's your thing. Actually the 'cold' water is at room temperature as it is not a chiller. It is extremely easy to fill ...
...water. I have contacted Tefal who advise that the water is dispensed at 80-82 degrees. To me this makes the product a little redundant as whilst I have been given to believe coffee is better when made with water at less than boiling; tea certainly is not. The 3 cups I have made so far have all tasted weaker and are cold before I have finished them. I would therefore be reluctant to throw my kettle away to rely on tthe Tefal Quickcup entirely. ...

Nicki2964 27.09.2007 · Read full review
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...jug full and fill the Tefal when needed. Also, the Tefal works harder and uses more energy with it's own filter, as I noticed it doesn't pump as much water through, and also makes it slower. Don't use the filter if you have your own! **END OF EDIT** My kettle was not faulty, but I was encouraged to buy this for several reasons: 1, the 65% less energy consuption per cup. 2, Getting tea at the touch of a button without having to measure out a cupful ...
...water. 4, Having a pre-progammable measure of water come out. Good points: I have bragged to all my friends about this device, as it is quite revolutionary, and makes you feel like you're one step further into that futuristic eutopia we've all seen in sc-fi films. It is labour saving, as you fill up the large capacity jug and just forget out it. This water is also filtered before reaching the spout. The fact that it is so efficient with regards ...

DAkuma 14.02.2008 (21.03.2008) · Read full review
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This product was given to me a Christmas present in December '07. The manufacturer states that it produces hot water in 3 seconds and also boasts a cold water facility from the same tank. The product has an attractive design which would look good in any modern kitchen. It is also easy to fill and use. Another positive feature is that when you press the button to start filling the cup it will keep running until an average mug is filled. Otherwise ...
...Although it is easy to use and looks good, the water really isn't very hot. Other reviews of this product state that is dipenses water at around 82 degrees- but I have found that the drink can actually go cold while you are drinking it! I am not a tea drinker myself, but when I have made tea for others, this product does not get the water anywhere near hot enough for the tea to brew sufficiently. Furthermore, with all drinks, I find that a sort of ...

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My old kettle was showing it's age, and having seen the Quickcup selling for £50+ elsewhere, I decided paying just over £41 in Costco was a bargain. Firstly, if you are a tea drinker, this isn't for you. Although the water does get hot, it isn't boiling. In my opinion, you need boiling water to make a good cup of tea. However, if like myself, you are a coffee drinker then I think you will be quite happy. What new does the quickcup bring that justifys ...
...water in three seconds, and a full cup takes about 5 on top of that to fill. It's heating method saves up to 65% of the energy used compared to a normal kettle. You can fit a filter into the water tank, giving cleaner water. It's an attractive design and becomes a talking point when friends are round. With every upside, there has to be a downside, and having read other reviews, I agree with some of the complaints people have made: The water ...

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...it has been described. Tefal claim that hot water is dispensed to make a cup of tea or coffee, however the water appears to only be heated and not boiled. I contacted tefal as i found the product to be extremely noisy and they claimed this was usual, as it is the claris aqua filter. Not the best noise to wake your household with when making your morning brew. With regards to the heat of the water, tefal say that the water is 80-82 degrees when dispensed, ...
...sent my package back to tefal but was given a complete refund. The only other bad side to this product is that when the water is despensed it appears cloudy. I know it is not my water as i ran it clear to check, maybe it is the filter which needs improving, im not sure but this is one product i would not recommend. Hopefully they will bring out a revised version which is new and improved in the future! ...

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...a water filter jug so we use this to fill the Tefal container with filtered water and don't bother changing the expensive Tefal filter. We also use this machine for adding water to rice or vegetables for cooking. One of the best products I've ever had the pleasure of using. ...

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How I wish I had read these reviews before I purchased my Tefal Quickcup. Tefal should be ashamed that they ever sullied their name with this product. I have not had a decent coffee since I bought mine and the noise is terrible. I have tried calling Tefal to complain but for some strange reason I cannot get through, they seem to be on a permanent staff training mode. I personally feel that they have cut off their nose to spite their face because I shall never buy another Tefal product. My biggest regret is telling a friend that I had purchased this product before I actually tried it and they went out and bought one which finished up in the same place as mine (hidden in a cupboard) ...

maxie66 15.10.2007
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I brought my Tefal Quick cup a couple of weeks ago. My friend had one and I just loved the idea of it! I had read a mixture of reviews good and bad, but I thought that I would make up my own mind. I ordered it on line and was so excited when it arrived. However, unfortunately, I was disappointed. Its just not hot enough and it fills my cup in the time it takes the kettle to boil! It takes 3 seconds to get the water heated before it starts to produce ...
...so seconds is only warm, trouble is the rest of the cup full is not hot enough to compensate for this. I started to throw the first few seconds of water, but still, once you have added a dash of milk you could almost down the cupfull straight away. My hubby gave up with it after a few cups as it was too cold, and has got the kettle out again. My friend's Quick cup produces hotter water, not boiling, but hot emough that you have to sip your drink!! ...

lee01 11.04.2008 · Read full review
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this kettle does not boil so makes poor tea its extremely noisy and leaves a scummy foam on drinks most retailers report large numbers being returned all the best john ...

sailor0169 11.11.2007
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Bought this for daughter, but found that she still needs normal kettle for when other people turn up, otherwise a very good product for use when you are alone or only couple of people wanting hot drinks. You cannot actually boil water in this kettle so it has limited use. Have also had to buy a tray as it tends to leave drops of wqater on the work surfaces, so this should be addressed by the manufacturers. It also works out at a high price for limited uses. I should imagine that like most new things on the market, the price will eventually come down. ...

joanellena 05.01.2008
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A fantastic piece of equipment. No more boiling a full kettle just for one or two cuppas! We can save time and electricity with this "gadget." More environmentally friendly than a conventional kettle - well, with my husband anyway as he always used to overfill the kettle - now he can't! I now have time for two cups of tea prior to leaving for work - and I don't have to get up any earlier, BONUS. The only drawback I have noticed so far is that when ...

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The Tefal Quick cup is a brilliant idea, I'm constantly on the go and I get fed up of having to wait for the kettle (usually because I over fill it) plus I thought I'd be able to get rid of my brita filter as Tefal Quickcup has hot and cold water AND Tefal claim I can save upto 65% on the energy used!!! Seems to good to be true........well...........it is!!! Although it's an excellent concept Tefal NEED to perfect it! The hot (filtered) water comes ...
...expecting a cool refreshing drink! I would not recommend this product UNLESS Tefal improved their technology just that little bit more and made the temperature higher and the water container larger as after 4 cups it's empty! And needless to say I have gone back to my good ol' kettle ...

catherinewood 18.10.2007 · Read full review
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This is a great product! Here is a little video showing you how easy it is. My assistant "Zippy" walks down to the kitchen to make himself a cup of tea using it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWPI12h7LG0 ...

djkus 03.04.2008
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