(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) One of the few kettles that my wife's arthritic hands found easy to manoveur.  The lid is a little firm to remove but that is for safety reasons due to the ergonomically friendly position of the handle. Boils quickly and takes up a small foot print on you counter. The choice of 3 colors made it easy to find one that Co ordination with our kitchen.Slightly higher priced but the quality is there and it is even made in North America