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Smeg · Kettle / toaster / small appliances

Smeg

Good6.5/10

Family-owned Italian appliance maker known for design-led, retro-styled kitchen appliances.

Founded
1948
From
Italy
HQ
Guastalla, Italy
Owned by
Independent
Made in
Italy (large appliances); small appliances largely in China
Also sold as
SMEG
www.smeg.com

Kettle / toaster / small appliances

Mixed6.5/10Luxury

Smeg kettles and toasters are bought for looks and cost two to three times a good plain model. CHOICE's 2024 tests found them only average, and owners report some early failures. Buy one for style, not performance.

Good at

  • Distinctive 50s-style design in many colours
  • Solid, heavy feel on the bench
  • Matches Smeg fridges and stand mixers

Weak at

  • CHOICE recommended none of the kettles or toasters it tested
  • Uneven browning on its 4-slice toaster
  • Owner reports of kettles failing within a year
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
50's Style kettle50's Style toasterDolce Stil Novo

Best for: Design-led kitchens where the look matters most

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Kettle / toaster / small appliances brands

Smeg is #5 of 7, best rated first.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1BrevilleAustralia8/10GoodPremium
2Russell HobbsUnited Kingdom7.5/10GoodMid-range
3SunbeamUnited States7/10GoodMid-range
4De'LonghiItaly7/10GoodPremium
5SmegItaly6.5/10MixedLuxury
6Kmart AnkoAustralia5.5/10MixedBudget
7SheffieldNew Zealand5.5/10MixedBudget

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.