I have wanted this kettle for some time. Mainly because of the excitement of seeing the water boiling. The kids are not disappointed. Nor am I. Living in a hard water area this kettle helps to filter my water. The drainage of water can take a short time. The kettle isn't too loud and boils in a good timeframe. The cord is a little shorter than I like. The kettle isn't the lightest I've used. However for the benefit of filtered water I'm very happy.