I bought this last year when it was on a Christmas sale. I didnt plan on spending this much on a tea kettle, but I am SO HAPPY that I did. I am an avid tea drinker and would normally make my tea in the microwave or on the stove at 40 degrees. But this tea kettle has a tea setting and I notice the difference. I love the speed and accuracy of this tea kettle and actually use it to help with my cooking. As far as the build of it, it is really sturdy and very well made. I would say so far it is worth the money.