Salter COMBO-7999 Elder Kettle and Toaster Set, 1.7L Electric Jug Kettle with Swivel Base, 2-Slice Compact Toaster with 6 Levels of Variable Browning Control and Removable Crumb Tray, Kettle, Teal

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To make it easy to choose, we group the kettle and toaster sets into the following catergories: retro, modern and contemporary. Focus on overall appearance rather than specifics: Think retro-style, textured finishes or clean, modern lines – these are common themes in the world of small appliances so you won’t struggle to get your hands on a kettle and toaster in the same style. Fortunately, it’s not a case of style over substance. The kettle boiled a litre of cold water in two minutes and 20 seconds and was easy to lift and pour from. Filling was less straightforward – there aren’t any markings on the water window and there’s only a max marker inside, meaning you may end up boiling more water than you need each time. However, we did like the discreet light on the lever and the kettle’s good build quality overall.

Another way to keep costs down is to buy from a reliable brand. We’ve found that some kettle and toaster brands are prone to faults, so it's likely you’ll need to replace them every few years. Swan Tribeca 1.8L Pyramid Kettle and 2-Slice Toaster: Best kettle and toaster set for compact kitchens The kettle has a wider than usual spout but still pours smoothly. There’s also a clearly marked water window, showing the max and min fill, as well as cups from four to seven (not litres). Its water window lights up blue when it’s on, while a button on the lid flips it up for filling – good for those who sometimes mix up levers. It’s speedy, too: a litre of cold water took just two minutes and 12 seconds to boil. What could prove to be a problem is the kettle’s minimum fill – around 900ml – meaning that if you only want to make one or two small cups, you will always be boiling more than you need.

Head to our round-up of the best kettles to see some of the highest-scoring models we've tested. Tips on mixing and matching kitchen appliances For the products that go the distance, see our guides to the top kettle brands and top toaster brands. The problem with matching sets

Boasting modern wooden accents, this kettle and toaster set from Salter’s Elder range adds a touch of style to any kitchen worktop The coordinating toaster has a high lift function to help prevent burnt fingers and even a reheat button, which is a useful extra on an affordable model such as this. Homemade bread fitted in the slots comfortably, even though they’re not the widest, and toast emerged evenly done, with only slight singeing at one corner. ENERGY EFFICIENT » The Heritage Kettle boils water, and fast! The clear water window has markers indicating the water level in the kettle, so you only use what you need. It also features a removable filter to prevent limescale build up. Additional filter includedThis set’s glossy faceted exterior with geometric shapes belies its modest price. Despite being one of the more affordable options in our roundup, it still has some premium features, such as a defrost option on the toaster and internal kettle illumination. STYLISH SIMPLICITY » Pretty and practical, what’s not to love? The conveniently cordless kettle has a BPA free lightweight stainless-steel body and 360° swivel base. The traditional design makes this kettle both easy to use and easy on the eye Ensuring simple maintenance, the toaster has a removable crumb tray, while the kettle is completed with a removable limescale filter FUNCTIONALLY ELEGANT» This iconic kettle brings a note of elegance and old school glamour to any kitchen. The silent boil kettle features a 1.7 litre capacity, with a convenient water viewing window as well as an on/off indicator light Each toaster and kettle set undergoes real-world testing in a typical domestic setting, taking into consideration their usability, convenience, capacity and how easy they are to maintain and keep clean. The kettle’s weight when empty and full, is also noted.