Smart Cooker vs. Electric Kettle – What’s the Difference?

Picture this:
It’s Monday morning. You’re tired, the kids are buzzing around the kitchen, and you have exactly seven minutes before you need to head out the door. You walk into the kitchen, switch on the kettle – and wait. And wait. And wait. You glance impatiently at the blinking red light and think: “Why does this always take so long?”

That’s exactly where the ONYX Cookware Smart Cooker comes in.

From Kettle to Smart Cooker

For years, we’ve accepted the limits of traditional kettles. They boil water. End of story.
In recent years, some models have added temperature settings – and yes, that’s a step in the right direction.

But even the most “advanced” kettles still share one basic flaw: they heat the entire tank of water. Which means more waiting, more energy use – and often leftover water that ends up going to waste.

The ONYX Cookware Smart Cooker changes everything. It offers both precision and speed – and only heats the exact amount of water you need. In just seconds.

So, what’s the actual difference between a kettle and a Smart Cooker?

Feature

Traditional Kettle

ONYX Cookware Smart Cooker

Capacity

Typically 1–1.7 liters

3-liter removable water tank

Temperature Control

Yes – often 40°C to 100°C

25°C to 100°C with precise settings

Heating Time

2–4 minutes to boil the full tank

Instant heating in just a few seconds

Energy Efficiency

Often heats more water than needed

Only heats the amount you’ll actually use

Ease of Use

Simple buttons or basic display

Intuitive touchscreen with presets

Safety Features

Auto shut-off at boiling point

Child lock and low water level warning

Cleaning & Maintenance

Regular descaling required

Removable drip tray and tank – easy to clean

But wait – I already have a “smart” kettle…

Maybe you do – and that’s a great start.
But it’s not the whole solution.

Even kettles with temperature control still heat the entire contents. You still wait. You still use more electricity than needed.

The Smart Cooker takes it a step further:
You get precision and instant delivery. It almost feels like it knows what you need before you even grab your mug.

Small change, big difference

With the Smart Cooker, there’s no pouring, and no waiting.
Just one tap – and you get exactly what you need: 70°C for green tea, 90°C for French press coffee, 37°C for baby formula. Every time. No guessing. No delay.

It’s always ready. A sleek, stylish addition to your countertop – like a personal hot water station. Ideal for tea, coffee, cooking, and everyday routines. It feels like a luxury – but quickly becomes part of your daily life.

A new way to heat water

The ONYX Cookware Smart Cooker isn’t just an upgrade. It’s a new way to think about hot water at home. Faster. Smarter. More precise.
Perfect for anyone who starts the day with three coffees, a cup of tea, and a glass of lemon water – and doesn’t have time to wait for the kettle every single time.

Make your morning routine smarter with the ONYX Cookware Smart Cooker.
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