Description
Precise Temperature Control. Smart Connectivity. Hot Water on Your Schedule.
The Statesman SKK01518B Smart Jug Kettle brings intelligent control and accurate heating to your everyday drinks routine. With five selectable temperature settings ranging from 40°C to 100°C, it allows you to heat water to a more suitable temperature for everything from delicate teas and baby-food preparation to coffee, herbal infusions and fully boiled water.
Connect the kettle to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network and use the Smart Life app to select temperatures, start heating and manage the keep-warm function from your compatible smartphone. Alexa voice control also allows convenient hands-free operation using simple spoken commands.
A powerful 1800W heating element provides fast performance, while the two-hour keep-warm function maintains your chosen temperature without repeatedly boiling the water. Finished in sleek black, the kettle also includes boil-dry protection, a 360° cordless base and integrated cable storage for a tidy, practical kitchen setup.
Key Features
- 1.5-Litre Capacity
- Powerful 1800W Heating Element
- Five Preset Temperature Settings
- Temperature Range from 40°C to 100°C
- Smart Life App Control
- Compatible with Alexa Voice Commands
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Two-Hour Keep-Warm Function
- Boil-Dry Protection
- 360° Cordless Base
- Integrated Cord Storage
- Modern Black Finish
Five Temperature Settings
Different drinks can benefit from different water temperatures. The Statesman Smart Kettle offers five preset levels, allowing you to select a temperature that better suits what you are preparing.
- 40°C for gently warmed water
- Lower temperatures for delicate teas
- Medium settings for green and herbal teas
- Higher settings for coffee and stronger infusions
- 100°C for fully boiled water
Always follow the preparation instructions provided with the drink, food or formula being made.
Smart Life App Control
Once connected to a compatible Wi-Fi network, the kettle can be controlled through the Smart Life app from a supported mobile device.
- Select the preferred water temperature
- Start heating remotely
- Manage the keep-warm setting
- Check the kettle status
- Integrate it into a smart-home routine
Remote heating should only be used when the kettle contains sufficient water, is correctly positioned on its base and is safe to operate.
Alexa Voice Control
Pair the kettle with a compatible Alexa-enabled device for convenient hands-free control.
- Start heating with a voice command
- Useful during busy kitchen routines
- Convenient when your hands are occupied
- Works alongside the Smart Life app
Alexa device, internet connection and compatible account setup are required.
Two-Hour Keep-Warm Function
The keep-warm mode maintains the selected water temperature for up to two hours, helping ensure hot water remains ready for a second drink or repeated use.
- Maintains the chosen temperature
- Reduces the need to reboil
- Ideal for working from home
- Useful when serving several drinks
- Provides added everyday convenience
Rapid 1800W Heating
The 1800W heating element provides efficient boiling and temperature adjustment, helping reduce the time spent waiting for hot water.
- Fast everyday heating
- Suitable for tea and coffee
- Useful for instant foods
- Reliable daily performance
Practical 1.5-Litre Capacity
The 1.5-litre jug offers ample capacity for several drinks while retaining a compact footprint suitable for most kitchen worktops.
- Ideal for couples and families
- Suitable for home offices
- Useful when entertaining guests
- Reduces repeated filling
Boil-Dry Protection
The built-in boil-dry protection system automatically interrupts operation if there is insufficient water inside, helping protect the kettle from overheating.
- Helps safeguard the heating element
- Reduces the risk of overheating
- Provides additional reassurance
- Supports safer everyday operation
360° Cordless Base
The kettle lifts completely away from the powered base for convenient cordless pouring and can be placed back from any direction.
- Easy lift-off serving
- Flexible countertop positioning
- Simple to return to the base
- Convenient everyday handling
Integrated Cord Storage
Excess power cable can be stored beneath the base, helping keep the kitchen worktop organised and free from unnecessary clutter.
- Neater countertop appearance
- Useful for smaller kitchens
- Reduces visible cable length
- Simple storage between uses
Modern Black Design
The sophisticated black finish gives the kettle a clean and contemporary appearance that complements a wide range of modern appliances and kitchen styles.
- Sleek black exterior
- Contemporary jug shape
- Suitable for modern and traditional kitchens
- Smart functionality in a compact design
Ideal For
- Black, green and herbal tea
- Coffee and hot chocolate
- Warm water preparation
- Instant soups and noodles
- Home offices
- Smart-home kitchens
- Households wanting precise temperature control
Technical Specifications
| Model | SKK01518B |
| Product Type | Smart Cordless Jug Kettle |
| Capacity | 1.5 Litres |
| Power | 1800W |
| Temperature Settings | 5 Presets |
| Temperature Range | 40°C to 100°C |
| Keep-Warm Duration | Up to 2 Hours |
| App Control | Smart Life App |
| Voice Control | Alexa Compatible |
| Wi-Fi Requirement | 2.4GHz |
| Boil-Dry Protection | Yes |
| Base | 360° Cordless |
| Cord Storage | Yes |
| Colour | Black |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 27.5 × 20.4 × 15.7cm |
| Weight | Approximately 1.5kg |
| GTIN | 5016368011515 |
What's in the Box?
- 1 × Statesman SKK01518B Smart Jug Kettle
- 1 × 360° Powered Base
- 1 × Instruction Manual
Why Choose the Statesman Smart Jug Kettle?
- Five preset temperatures for different drinks
- Smart Life app operation
- Alexa-compatible voice control
- Two-hour keep-warm function
- Efficient 1800W heating
- Practical 1.5-litre capacity
- Boil-dry protection for added safety
- 360° cordless base
- Contemporary black styling
Frequently Asked Questions
What capacity does the Statesman SKK01518B have?
The kettle has a 1.5-litre capacity, making it suitable for preparing several cups of hot water in one heating cycle.
How many temperature settings are available?
It offers five preset temperatures between 40°C and 100°C.
Why would I use a temperature below boiling?
Some teas, coffees and other drinks are best prepared with water below 100°C. Lower temperatures can help protect the more delicate flavours of selected tea leaves.
Can the kettle boil water to 100°C?
Yes. One of the available settings heats water to the full boiling temperature of 100°C.
What is the 40°C setting used for?
It provides gently warmed water for suitable drinks or food preparation. Always check the specific preparation instructions for the item being made.
Can I control the kettle from my phone?
Yes. Once connected and configured, it can be operated through the Smart Life app on a compatible mobile device.
Which Wi-Fi network does the kettle require?
It requires a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection. It may not connect directly to a network operating only on the 5GHz band.
Does it work with Alexa?
Yes. The kettle supports Alexa voice commands after the required Smart Life and Alexa account linking has been completed.
Do I need an Alexa speaker to use the kettle?
No. The kettle can be used manually or through the Smart Life app. A compatible Alexa-enabled device is only required for voice control.
Can I switch the kettle on remotely?
Yes, subject to correct app setup. Before remote operation, make sure the kettle contains enough water, is securely positioned on its base and has been left in a safe condition.
How long does the keep-warm function operate?
It can maintain the selected temperature for up to two hours.
Does keep warm repeatedly boil the water?
No. It is designed to maintain the selected temperature rather than continually bringing the water back to a full boil.
How powerful is the kettle?
It uses an 1800W heating element for efficient heating and boiling.
Does the kettle have boil-dry protection?
Yes. It automatically stops operating if there is insufficient water, helping protect the appliance from overheating.
Is this kettle cordless?
Yes. The jug lifts completely away from the powered base for cordless pouring.
What is the benefit of the 360° base?
The kettle can be positioned and returned to the base from any direction, providing flexible placement and handling.
Does the base include cord storage?
Yes. Excess cable can be stored beneath the base to help keep the worktop tidy.
Can the kettle still be used without Wi-Fi?
Yes. The standard kettle controls can be used without an internet connection, although app and voice features will not be available.
What happens if the Wi-Fi connection is interrupted?
The smart controls may become temporarily unavailable, but the kettle can still be operated using its physical controls.
Can I use the app when I am away from home?
Remote availability depends on the app setup and internet connection. Only operate it remotely when you are certain the kettle contains sufficient water and is positioned safely.
Is it suitable for green tea?
Yes. The selectable lower temperature settings make it suitable for teas that are often prepared below boiling point.
Can it be used for coffee?
Yes. Select a suitable higher temperature according to the coffee type and brewing instructions.
How should the kettle be cleaned?
Unplug it, allow it to cool and wipe the exterior with a soft damp cloth. Descale the interior regularly according to local water hardness and the instructions supplied.
Can the kettle or base be immersed in water?
No. Neither the kettle nor its powered base should ever be submerged in water.
What colour is this model?
The SKK01518B is finished in black for a clean, modern appearance.
The Statesman SKK01518B Smart Jug Kettle combines precise temperature selection, app and Alexa control, two-hour heat retention and essential safety features, delivering a convenient and intelligent way to prepare hot water at home.