The best instant hot water taps of 2024: Quicker than a kettle

The Qettle 4-in-1 instant hot water tap dispenses 100-degree Celsius boiling water on demand and provides cold filtered water and other regular warm and cold temperatures. This tap comes with a four-litre tank; however, two and seven-litres are also available. In addition, this boiling water tap comes with a water filter system that works to reduce limescale and protect the tank over time. The Qettle range also comes with a built-in LED, so you know exactly when to change the filter cartridge.

This InSinkErator model comes with filtered cold water and can go up to 98 degrees Celsius. The two water flows are triggered with the two separate levers. In this model, the boiling water lever has an auto stop and has to be held down to prevent any accidents. The cold lever can be left on continuously until you shut it off. The product comes with an unobtrusive 2.5-litre tank and installation pack so you can install it yourself. This tap can be installed in new or existing kitchens.

There is no need to wait to boil the kettle with this mini 2-in-1 Qettle tap. This appliance will be a valuable addition to your kitchen and comes with most of the features of the more costly 4-in-1 Qettle tap - including filtered cold water This tap is recommended if you are looking to introduce a new faucet to your existing sink set-up. The Qettle 2-in-1 is also ideal if you are looking to do a total renovation and replace your taps with a single multi-functional tap instead.

The Quooker boiling water taps always have instant 100-degree Celcius boiling water alongside regular hot and cold flows. It comes fitted with a red-light ring which comes on when boiling water is dispensed or when the tank is heating up. The taps also boast childproof double push-and-turn handles made for security and extra grip. It comes with a standard 3-litre water tank but can also be customised to 7 litres, depending on your kitchen needs.

The QETTLE Signature Modern 4-in-1 is a super-stylish addition to any modern kitchen. You'll never go back to a normal kettle again, thanks to this tap. It dispenses four types of water – instant boiling, chilled and filtered, hot, and cold. The tank size is decent at 2 litres, and of course, that also makes this a good energy-efficient choice. There's a two-stage safety feature to keep children's hands safe, and unlike some, this does actually reach a genuine 100-degree centigrade. So, your tea will be brewing perfectly in no time.

This 4-in-1 tap offers instant filtered steaming hot water up to 75-98 degrees Celsius, fresh filtered cold, as well as standard hot and cold functions. The insulated tank comes with a 2-litre capacity. The slimline quad neck design is available in a chrome finish. This hot water tap from Pronteau has features to ensure the boiling water only comes out when you need it, and the spout is insulated, so it remains cool to the touch once it has been used.

The 4-in-1 Franke boiling water tap is available in chrome and gold and offers instant hot, filtered cold and a mix of normal hot and cold water flow. The filter provided with this tap produces high-quality drinking water and protects the boiler from limescale build-up. There is no need to boil the kettle for cooking; just use the boiling water tap to obtain water reaching 100 degrees Celsius. The 4.2L boiling water tank is compact, can fit under your sink, and will refill ten minutes after you've emptied it. The tap is child-safe and is also cool to the touch.

This Prothia 3-in-1 tap from the Abode range offers the same multi-functional design and functionality as the other models but without filtered cold water. It provides 75-degree Celsius instant filtered hot water, as well as your regular hot and cold water flows. It features a two-stage safety handle that dispenses the steaming hot water, and the spout stays cool to the touch thanks to the centrally insulated spout. If you are looking for a more affordable substitute to the 4-in-1 option, then the Prothia model has very similar specifications for a lower price.

The 3-in-1 InSinkErator from B&Q provides filtered boiling water up to 98 degrees as well as a standard hot and cold-water flow. This tap can be fitted by a plumber or anyone who is adequate at DIY. Controlled by two levers, this tap has a safety push-down to ensure the boiling water isn't triggered accidentally. This version has a 2.5-litre stainless steel tank, one water filter, filter head and connection hoses. It works perfectly for making hot drinks or boiling vegetables or pasta. The brushed steel effect gives this tap a nice touch and will add a modern flair to your space.

The range of Grohe hot water taps comes with a single-lever and different spout styles: C-spout, L-spout and a mono spout. Best of all, it can dispense water up to 150 degrees centigrade and filtered cold water - and it has a massive 4-litre tank. In addition, the tank has a filtration system to improve the taste of your water, lengthen the lifespan of the tap and cut out any limescale or heavy metals.