Here at IndyBest, we’ve gone through litres of tea and countless loaves to test the best kettles and the best toasters, but our top picks don't make a matching pair. Thankfully, if you cannot abide the clash but you still want impeccable tea and toast, you have plenty of options.
A matching kettle and toaster set is one of the simplest ways to bring a bit of visual harmony to your kitchen countertop. But upgrading your breakfast station is about more than just aesthetics.
A new raft of toasters now come with features such as touchscreen displays, so you can select from a range of browning levels and handy pre-set options. Kettles have also been given a glow-up, and many now have a keep-warm function to save you re-boiling when you inevitably get distracted.
Of course, there are plenty of toaster and kettle sets that just do the basics well, so, I’ve included all types in this roundup. Whatever you choose, a matching set will keep your kitchen coordinated and stylish.
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The best toaster and kettle sets for 2026 are:
- Best overall – Dualit classic kettle and two-slice toaster: £399.97, Dualit.com
- Best budget buy – Dunelm contemporary matt black kettle and toaster set: £96, Dunelm.com
- Best touchscreen set – Tefal majestuo kettle and two-slice toaster set: £299.98, Tefal.co.uk
- Best for minimalist style – Zwilling enfinigy kettle and two-slot toaster set: £206.05, Diy.com
- Best for matching accessories – Salter Toronto kettle and four-slice toaster set: £94.99, Salter.com
How I tested
I brewed many, many cups of tea and browned more slices of toast than strictly necessary, to whittle down my shortlist of the best toaster and kettle sets. To make sure I didn’t miss any brilliant products, I tested appliances that are sold separately within the same collection, as well as kettles and toasters sold as a bundle. You can read more about my testing criteria at the end of my review.
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Dualit classic kettle and two-slice new-gen toaster
Best: Overall
Finish: Stainless steel
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Rapid boil, repairable element
Toaster capacity: Two slices, with the option to just heat one
Toaster features: Bagel function, defrost function
Why we love it
- Fully repairable
- Rapid and quiet boil
- Wide choice of colours
Take note
- Some people might find the toaster timer noise irritating
This set feels built to last. The kettle boils quietly – a must if you’re making a coffee before the rest of the house is awake – and quickly. There are no fiddly functions, no unnecessary beeps, not one but two BPA-free water-level windows – neither of which is obscured by the handle – and the heating element is fully repairable. It also looks rather lovely on the kitchen counter.
The same goes for the toaster, which is handmade to order in the UK in a choice of 16 colours and certainly ticked the box for style. I found the bread lift lever took a bit of getting used to – you lift it up to drop the bread down, whereas, with most other models, you push the lever down – but I soon got my head around it. It does make a quiet whirring noise as the bread timer turns – which is our one and only niggle – but it’s an all-round solid machine that’s fully repairable, too.
Buy now £399.97, Dualit.com
Dunelm contemporary matt black kettle and toaster set
Best: Budget buy
Finish: Stainless steel and plastic
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Fully removable lid, water-level gauge
Toaster capacity: Four slices
Toaster features: Defrost function, reheat function, six browning settings
Why we love it
- Stylish
With a sleek, matt black finish and faux-wood trim, Dunelm’s contemporary toaster and kettle set has all the style points of a premium brand but without the hefty price tag. The kettle does all the essentials well – I like the combination of internal cup markers and external water-level gauge, and the fact the lid comes off completely, making the kettle easier to fill.
The toaster looks just as good on the countertop, although, the bread lift lacked a little of the smoothness of some more-expensive models. Nevertheless, it toasted well and ticked off extras such as a defrost and reheat function, and is a solid choice at just shy of £100 for the set.
Buy now £96, Dunelm.com
Russell Hobbs attentiv two-slice toaster and kettle
Best: For intuitive controls
Finish: Brushed stainless steel
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Variable temperature settings, removable infuser basket, steep timer
Toaster capacity: Two slices
Toaster features: Variable browning settings
Why we love it
- Touchscreen controls
- Variable settings
- Longer-than-average toaster slots
Take note
- The design of the toaster base is a bit of a faff to clean
Lots of thought has been put into this toaster from Russell Hobbs. For one thing, it remembers the settings you used last, even if you’ve unplugged it. Thanks to something called ‘colour sense’ technology, it also adapts the toasting time to your bread type, stopping the toasting cycle when your chosen level of browning is reached.
Meanwhile, the kettle comes with touchscreen controls, variable temperature settings (from 40-100C) and a removable infuser basket for brewing loose leaf tea. There’s a steep timer, too, and the kettle will memorise your settings from the last brew. If you’re looking for a set that takes the hard work out of your breakfast routine, this might just be it.
Buy now £122.98, Russellhobbs.com
Smeg variable temperature kettle and long-slot toaster
Best: Statement set
Finish: Enamelled
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Seven temperature levels, keep-warm function
Toaster capacity: Four slices in two long slots (two-slice model also available)
Toaster features: Six browning levels, reheating, defrosting and bagel pre-sets
Why we love it
- Looks great
- Wide choice of colours
- High-quality feel
Take note
- Pricey
- The kettle can be trickier to handle
Smeg’s retro 1950s-inspired aesthetic is much-imitated but nothing quite beats the real thing. The Italian brand’s variable temperature kettle and long-slot toaster make a statement in seven colours, from pastel pink and blue to jet black and gloss white.
The kettle comes with seven temperature levels, from 50-100C, which you toggle with a sort of mini joystick on the swivel base. I liked the (optional) chime when the boil starts but was less keen on the extra-chunky handle, which – unless you have giant hands – feels cumbersome and obscures the water-level window.
I paired the kettle with the brand’s long-slot toaster, which – with two long and extra-wide slots as opposed to four smaller slots – enabled me to toast half a small baguette and a panini as well as standard bread slices.
Buy now £339.9, Smeguk.com
Tefal majestuo kettle and two-slice toaster set
Best: Touchscreen set
Finish: Stainless steel
Kettle capacity: 1.5l
Kettle features: Nine temperature settings, automatic keep-warm up to 30 mins
Toaster capacity: Two slices
Toaster features: Seven browning levels, defrost and reheat functions
Why we love it
- 15-year repairability
- Intuitive touchscreen controls
Take note
- No water-level indicator
If you’ve got a contemporary kitchen, the curved, high-gloss design of this Tefal kettle and two-slice toaster set will appeal. It’s not just a pretty face, either – the shiny surface of the kettle has a double-layer design that stops it feeling burning hot to the touch, and both the kettle and toaster are finished with anti-fingerprint technology. I don’t really know how that works, but I can confirm it does.
Both products have a touchscreen display – the kettle’s lets you choose from nine temperatures, and the toaster’s offers seven browning levels as well as the option to save two favourite shortcuts – ideal for bleary-eyed breakfast-making. I liked the extra-high lift lever but weren’t so keen on the fact there’s no water-level indicator on the outside of the kettle. Overall, though, this is a top-notch set.
Buy now £299.98, Tefal.co.uk
Bodum ottoni electric kettle and two-slice toaster
Best: Playful design
Finish: Stainless steel
Kettle capacity: 1l
Kettle features: Indicator light, auto shut-off
Toaster capacity: Two slices
Toaster features: Five browning settings, defrost setting, pop-up warming rack
Why we love it
- Fun design
Take note
- The kettle’s capacity is smaller than others we tested
Danish-Swiss brand Bodum is best-known for its French press coffee maker, which is considered a design classic. The brand’s talents don’t stop at coffee, though, and the ottoni electric kettle is a solid option for anyone looking for a quirky, postmodern aesthetic.
The kettle looks like a stovetop model but with a playful twist (and an electric power cord). To accommodate the faux-wood curved handle, the lid comes out completely when you need to fill the kettle with water, although, I did find I had to manoeuvre it a bit, to correctly position the tap over the hole. Nevertheless, it has an efficient boil – albeit with a smaller-than-average 1l (four cups) capacity. It’s perfectly matched with the equally playful ottoni toaster, which features a pop-up warming rack, which works a treat for smaller items.
Buy now £199.85, Bodum.com
Zwilling enfinigy kettle and two-slot toaster set
Best: For minimalist style
Finish: Plastic
Kettle capacity: 1.5l
Kettle features: Double-walled body, easy-to-clean seamless interior
Toaster capacity: Two slices
Toaster features: Seven browning settings, reheat, defrost and bagel pre-sets
Why we love it
- Unfussy design
Take note
- Has a slightly plastic-y feel
Going for a minimalist vibe? This kettle and toaster set from German brand Zwilling has a super-simple aesthetic and is available in a brushed silver finish or a jet black. I tested the silver and found the white plastic handle and outer body gives it a slightly cheap feel, which would be fine if it wasn’t for the price tag – although it’s worth noting all the components are BPA-free.
The kettle boils quietly and benefits from a double-layer outer wall and an easy to clean stainless steel interior. The matching toaster has a satisfyingly soft bread lift – no bits of toast flying out when it ‘pops’ – and extra features such as reheat, defrost and bagel settings.
Buy now £206.05, Diy.com
Next Malvern toaster and kettle
Best: For traditional styling
Finish: Metal and plastic
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Water-level gauge, removable filter
Toaster capacity: Four slices
Toaster features: Reheat, defrost, lift while toasting
Why we love it
- Toaster browns evenly and quickly
- Lots of matching items available
Take note
- Confusing display on the kettle
- Faux-wood feels a little plastic-y
Next’s Malvern collection covers everything from traditional dinnerware to shaker-style furniture, so you can carry the look through your whole home. The kettle is designed to look like a stovetop model and is available in five muted colourways. I tested the cream, which looks great against the faux-wood handle and swivel base, but there’s also a multi-floral version, if you’re going for full cottagecore.
Although I liked the inclusion of a water-level viewing window, the display is a little confusing – there’s a one-cup marker inside the kettle, but the outer display window measures from a three-cup minimum. As with all stovetop-style models, I did find it slightly faffy to take the lid off and fill the kettle, due to the curved handle being positioned above the hole. Thankfully, the toaster’s performance – which included quick and even, reliable browning – outweighed the niggles we experienced with the kettle.
Buy now £100, Next.co.uk
Salter Toronto kettle and four-slice toaster set
Best: For matching accessories
Finish: Metal
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Rapid boil
Toaster capacity: Four slices
Toaster features: Six browning levels, reheat, defrost
Why we love it
- Lots of matching accessories available
Take note
- Kettle must be filled to at least 1l every time
If you’re kitting out a full kitchen, you’ll be glad to know Salter’s Toronto collection includes everything from a microwave to a mug tree. I tested the kettle and toaster in white, which contrasts well with the wood-effect trim, but everything is also available in black.
The kettle handles and pours well, although, the boil is fairly loud and I was disappointed to see it has to be filled to a minimum 1l to cover the heating element – which is a fair bit of water to boil if you’re only making one cup. The toaster fared better during testing, with six browning settings, independent controls for the two sides, and consistent browning results each time.
Buy now £94.99, Salter.com
Gastroback design advanced thermo kettle and pro four-slice toaster
Best: Keep-warm kettle
Finish: Stainless steel
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Double-walled vacuum flask
Toaster capacity: Four slices
Toaster features: Nine browning settings, LED countdown display, built-in bun warming rack
Why we love it
- Kettle keeps hot water warm for up to four hours
Take note
- Toaster looks quite boxy
This clever thermos design is a kettle and vacuum flask in one – once you’ve boiled your water, it stays warm for up to four hours, without a power source. The double-walled vacuum flask also stops the outer body from becoming hot to the touch, and the LCD display on the touchscreen base tells you the water temperature.
I tested the kettle alongside the range’s four-slice toaster, which has a similar industrial aesthetic but without the futuristic touchscreen controls. It feels more basic than the kettle, and that’s reflected in the price, but there are digital versions available in the same range, if you want to upgrade.
Buy now £189.85, Gastroback.co.uk
Haier series 5 I-master ideal temperature kettle and two-slice toaster
Best: For modern kitchens
Finish: Stainless steel and plastic
Kettle capacity: 1.7l
Kettle features: Keep-warm function, variable temperature settings, fully removable lid
Toaster capacity: Two slices
Toaster features: Memory function, seven browning levels, anti-dust lid
Why we love it
- Compact
- Energy-saving
Take note
- The toaster beeps a lot
This kettle has seven temperature settings – from 40-100C – so you can choose the optimal heat level for your drink. There’s no water-level gauge, which ties in with the sleek and modern design but does leave you having to check inside the kettle every time you use it. Having said that, it scored extra points for having a minimum boil capacity of 250ml – perfect for saving energy on solo cuppas.
I also liked the compact base, which doesn’t take up too much space on the worktop, and the matching toaster is just as sleek and compact. The dust cover and audible beeps every time you select a setting felt a bit unnecessary, but it’s otherwise a great choice if you’re after an ultra-modern look.
Buy now £99.99, Haier-europe.com
Your questions about kettle and toaster sets answered
What is the best kettle and toaster set?
Dualit’s classic kettle and toaster scored top marks for functionality, durability and aesthetics – and I love that they’re repairable, too. Russell Hobbs’s attentiv kettle and toaster set also performed brilliantly and is a great option if you want variable temperature settings on the kettle. If you’re on a budget, Dunelm’s contemporary set delivered a lot of features for less than £100. It looks rather smart, too.
How I tested kettle and toaster sets
Throughout testing, I looked at the same factors for each kettle and toaster. These included:
Why you can trust IndyBest reviews
Katie Gregory has been writing consumer reviews for IndyBest for years, with a particular focus on homeware. Testing everything from ice cream makers to air fryers, Katie knows how to spot a quality product that is actually worth your money. For this review, Katie thoroughly tested a variety of kettle and toaster sets, and only the ones that impressed her the most have made it into this list.
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