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14 October 2026 · My Store Admin

Boiling water by the cup: the Breville HotCup VKJ142

Boiling water by the cup: the Breville HotCup VKJ142

The Breville HotCup VKJ142 is simple: fill the tank, put your mug underneath and press the button. It dispenses one 250 ml cup of boiling water in under a minute, so you heat only what you need.

At a glance

  • Dispenses one cup in under a minute
  • 1.5 litre tank
  • 3000 W
  • Removable drip tray
  • Blue-lit water window in boil mode
  • Limescale filter and concealed element
  • Gloss black, about 28.6 cm high, 16.3 cm wide and 27.5 cm deep

Who it suits

  • Tea and coffee drinkers who make one drink at a time
  • Offices and staff rooms, where people make drinks one by one
  • Anyone who finds pouring from a full, heavy kettle awkward
  • Anyone trying to cut back on energy and water waste

How it compares to the VKJ318

The VKJ142 dispenses one cup at a time and keeps things simple. The HotCup VKJ318 adds variable dispense, so you can choose different cup sizes, and has a larger 2 litre tank.

Care tips

  • Empty and rinse the drip tray regularly.
  • Descale as the manual advises. In hard water areas this will be more often.
  • Use a mug that fits under the outlet and keep hands away from the hot water and steam.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make a pot of tea?

Yes, dispense a few cups in a row into a teapot that fits under the outlet.

Does it keep water hot?

No, it heats water as you dispense it, which is what helps avoid waste.

Where to buy

The Breville HotCup VKJ142 is available from Clean Smile Home with UK delivery.

This guide is general information. Always read and follow the instructions and safety advice that come with your appliance.