Which kettle brand is more reliable? Side-by-side comparison based on 354 real repair records from community repair events.
Data from openrepair.org (CC BY-SA 4.0) · 1,270 total kettle records
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Tefal is significantly more repairable at 44.2% vs Dualit's 30.3%. That 14-point gap means a Tefal kettle that breaks is much more likely to be fixed rather than scrapped. Tefal kettles tend to last longer before needing repair (8.8 years vs 6), suggesting better build quality or more invested owners. They break in different ways. Dualit's most common issue is Electrical (20%), while Tefal mostly comes in for Heating (13.1%).
If durability matters most:
Tefal leads in both repairability and longevity, making it the stronger pick if you want a kettle that lasts and can be fixed when it doesn't. Dualit may still win on features or price for your specific use case.
Based on 354 real repair records from community repair events. Scroll down for the full data breakdown.
Head-to-head reliability data for Dualit vs Tefal kettles, based on 354 community repair records. Tefal leads on fix rate (44.2% vs 30.3%).
| Metric | Dualit | Tefal |
|---|---|---|
| Fix Rate | 30.3% | 44.2% |
| ValueCost per reliability point | $7.08/pt | N/A |
| Top Failure | Electrical (20%) | Heating (13.1%) |
| Sample Size | 155 | 199 |
| Avg. Age at Repair | 6 years | 8.8 years |
Like-for-like pricing across product tiers. Prices are approximate.
Dualit
Catering Soup Kettle
No value kettle from Tefal
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Based on 354 repair records, Tefal is more reliable with a 44.2% fix rate vs 30.3% for Dualit.
Dualit's top issues are electrical and heating. Tefal's top issues are heating and physical damage.
Tefal devices tend to last longer, averaging 8.8 years before first repair vs 6 years for Dualit.
If durability is your priority, Tefal edges ahead with a higher fix rate, meaning repairs are more likely to succeed when needed. The best choice still depends on your specific model and usage.