After burning my stove top kettle twice, I thought it was time to buy an auto-off electric kettle. As a single person, I was looking for something that: (a) met my high standard of expected service, and (b) would suit my esthetic/artistic senses. After weeks of searching - yes, I know it sounds silly to "search for weeks" for an electric kettle, BUT - I finally found the KitchenAid bright red, stainless, electric, auto-shut-off, 1.25 litre perfect-for-one-person kettle! First - it works great! Second - it looks great!