Tefal BR303844 Quickcup

Advantages: Energy saving, easy to use
Disadvantages: Water dispensed is hot - not boiling. Noisy

...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. ... Read review

Advantages: Too many to list here!
Disadvantages: Slightly noisey, splashes without raising the mug. A light film can develop

...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 ... Read review

Advantages: nice design, heats water quickly
Disadvantages: Doesn't heat water to required temperature, possibly dangerous, leaks

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 ... Read review

Advantages: Fast hot water, energy saving, filter option
Disadvantages: Water not boiling, a little noisy

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 ... Read review

Advantages: energy saving, very quick
Disadvantages: noisy, clouds water, water not boiling

...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! ... Read review