Argos Cookworks Plastic Kettle 874/2119 review
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- Black
- Plastic
You’ll struggle to find a cheaper kettle than the Argos Cookworks Plastic Kettle 874/2119, which you can pick up for just £10. A low price means a basic model, and it doesn’t have some of the features we’ve come to expect as standard on an electric kettle. This doesn’t mean it’s necessarily a bad performer though, so read our full review to see if it’s a bargain, or best avoided.
- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
September 2021
First reviewed by Which?
September 2020
Released
July 2020
Technical specifications
General
- Wattage (W)1850-2200
- Matching toaster
- ColourBlack
- ShapeJug
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