We often hear that drinking hot or warm water is good for your health. Nowadays, there are many kitchen appliances for boiling water. For example, electric thermo pots, water dispensers and kettles are all designed to provide hot water, so which should you choose? Here are some warm tips with recommendations from brands such as RASONIC , PANASONIC , Tiger .

Electric thermo pots are suitable for users who need to drink warm water frequently and are concerned about water temperature. Pre-set temperatures in advance to enjoy warm water at specific times.

1. Capacity

Ranges from 2L to 5Ls or more. As everyone's water intake and drinking habits vary, the capacity of the thermo pot you choose will depend on the number of people and their water consumption needs.

Approx. 2-3Ls: Domestic use

Depending on the amount of water and power consumption at home, choose a 2-3L model. This is sufficient for family members to prepare powdered milk and other beverages.

Approx. 4-5Ls or more: Companies and restaurants

Large capacity thermo pots are suitable for places with many people or large water consumption. This eliminates the need for multiple heatings, replacing the water and waiting for it to boil.

2. Multi-temperature settings

Choose a thermo pot with adjustable heating and keep warm functions to enjoy warm water at the right temperature and for making beverages at home. Electric thermo pots offer different temperature settings so choose according to the type of beverages you like.

Suggested temperatures for preparing beverages

Drinks made from milk powder: 70°C or above

Tea: 70-100°C depending on the variety of tea

Coffee: 88-92°C

Hone drinks : 40-60°C

3. Energy saving

Thermo pots offer fixed temperature, timed heating and boiling functions which can be adapted to your daily drinking habits. There is no need to switch off the electricity when water is needed. You can reheat to the right temperature at a specific time to save energy. Many thermo pots keep water warm for several hours even when disconnected. This helps to reduce the amount of electricity consumed during the keep warm period.

4. Safety protection

Electric thermo pots are more suitable for large families than boiling water over an open flame, as there is no need to watch the flame. This reduces the risk of household hazards at source. However, you need to be aware of safety when using electrical appliances daily. Choose a thermo pot with safety features so the whole family can use it with peace of mind. Most thermo pots auto switch off after the water is boiled and are equipped with a safety lock to prevent children from pressing the hot water button by mistake.

5. Chlorine removal function

Chlorine is used to disinfect water, but many will find the smell strange. Fortunately, many thermo pot models come with a de-chlorination function. This extends the boiling time and de-chlorinates the hot water inside the pot with a simple push of a button.

6. Water supply method

There are three main types of thermo pot: air pump, electric water supply and cup supply. The former does not require electricity, while the latter two are electric. Some models offer both methods. In addition, the speed and volume of water supply of a thermo pot can be adjusted. Coffee lovers can select models with a coffee mode that reduces the volume of water for preparing drip coffee.

1. Even if you don't consume the entire pot of water, you are advised to change and re-boil the water every day for health reasons. Remember not to rush pouring water out as the boiling hot water drops may cause damage to parts or cause odours.

2. Use the timer function when you go out or go to sleep, or when the thermo pot is not in use to avoid wasting electricity.

3. Water boiled over a long period of time will leave lime scale inside so clean the inner pot and other parts regularly according to the instructions in the manual.