Bodum 5410-03USA Mini Ibis Electric Water Kettle

by Bodum

Product Features

• Holds 7 to 27 fluid ounces
• Polypropelene plastic with copper-sheathed, nickel-plated heating element
• Boils 27 fluid ounces in 4 minutes
• Power automatically cuts out when water boils
• Locking lid, frosted handle for safety

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.1 x 6 inches ; 1.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006F2M3
• Item model number: 5410-581USA
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #372,816 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

The miniature Ibis is sized to boil water for one. Its modern Scandinavian design makes it an attractive office companion for boiling water to make tea or coffee. And, with its reasonable price, this kettle travels well to college to make instant noodles in a dorm room. Made of heavyweight polypropelene plastic with a copper-sheathed, nickel-plated heating element, the Mini Ibis holds a maximum of 27 fluid ounces of water (about 3-1/2-cups). It must be filled to a minimum of 7 fluid ounces--just enough to cover the heating element--to operate. Plugging the unit in and flipping up the switch below the kettle's handle turns on the power. The heating process is rapid and quiet: it takes only 4 minutes to boil 27 ounces of water and the sound is almost imperceptible. For safety purposes, the Ibis automatically shuts off after boiling and has a locking lid to prevent spilling and a frosted handle for a secure grip. --Cristina Vaamonde

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

101 of 104 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars These things work well, but not for long, December 23, 2002

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Alkiguy (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bodum 5500-01USA Ibis Cordless Electric Water Kettle, Black (Kitchen)

I've got a box full of these that have been returned to our store because they burn out. The problem seems to come when the kettle is used multiple times without a cool down period. The switch internals melt down leaving you with a dead pot.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars cute and handy, but short-lived, August 7, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Bodum 5410-582USA Mini Ibis Electric Water Kettle, Teal (Kitchen)

I loved this little kettle--while it lasted. It was the perfect size for my daily morning cup of tea at the office, quickly and quietly boiling enough water for about two large mugfuls, then promptly shutting itself off. I'm also a big fan of Bodum's clean lines and jaunty colors. The one-piece design might annoy some users, because you have to unplug the entire kettle in order to rinse/fill it, but for me this seemed a fair tradeoff for enhanced portability. Lightweight plastic housing is another potential complaint, but again this can be an asset if you're looking for convenience above all else. The biggest drawback is the placement of the metal heating element: it comes into direct contact with the water. After a year of regular use, my kettle's heating element is covered in grim rust-colored spots which I'm not too eager to ingest. So I'm afraid it's time to upgrade to a sturdier, if less fun-looking, electric kettle. In all, a great device if you're willing to take convenience and cuteness (and frequent replacement!) over longevity.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Water Kettle, December 27, 2002

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"ninolestad" (Houston, Texas USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bodum 5410-582USA Mini Ibis Electric Water Kettle, Teal (Kitchen)

Excellent little appliance for the price. In an office with no coffee bar you have to either get water and heat it in the microwave or use someones coffee maker and heat the water. In my office the only good place to get water is a water fountain that is refrigerated water and it takes 3 - 4 minutes in the microwave to heat it. This little pot takes 27 ounces of chilled water and heats it to a boil in less time that the microwave takes to heat one small cup. It's sturdy construction and small foot print are great for my small cubical. The pour spout pours a concentrated stream without splashing. The lid locks on good, but removes easily. It is easy to clean. The only way it could be improved would be to have a warmer mode that keeps the water warm, but it reheats the water so quick that the potential safety concerns with having it on constantly are outweighed by the few seconds you would save by not having to reheat. All around I think it is well worth the price.

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