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Now that I have a 5kw induction cooktop I can boil water incredibly fast. However I’m not sure it’s that useful since it’s not like I’m standing there watching it, so whether it’s 1 min or 5 min doesn’t matter.


I definitely notice the difference in speed between a Uk and US kettle.

In the UK I put the water on then while it’s boiling get a mug and tea bag and then the kettle is boiled very soon after.

In the US I generally wonder off as the kettle takes a couple of minutes longer.


If it took 15 seconds, you'd stand there and watch it.


Sometimes you need an emergency cup of tea


I have a really old infrared range that takes 20+ minutes to boil a pot of water. Believe me when it takes that long it does matter. (it is on the list to replace, but there are higher priorities in this house to fix first, and only limited budget)




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