Well I’m not convinced.
Instant Hot water Taps
Yes they do save time in boiling water but:
- Expensive at around $5,000 fitted;
- Need regular filter changes at over $250 (and you have to wait around for the fitter, so not that convenient!);
- Take up room under your bench;
- They’re using power all the time (though less in sleep mode) around 0.8 kwh/day before you draw off any water;
- Having nearly scalded myself with one I’m not convinced on their safety.
Kettle
Take longer but:
- I timed my kettle and it only took 1.5mins to boil a 300ml mug;
- Low power use at around 0.06 kwhrs/mug;
- Low cost at from $20 for a cheapy to $60 for a top of the line model;
- According to Tea experts freshly boiled water means better tasting tea;
- I can get chilled water at minimal cost, and just as quick, from a jug in the fridge.
Overall
May be OK for workplaces but I’d rather stick with the minimal effort of boiling a kettle and take the savings, how about you?