Choosing a Mestic camping appliance starts with your power supply and the way you travel. A 12V kettle is a different proposition from an electric hob used on a suitable mains supply, while a three-way fridge needs its own space and power planning. Start with the job you need the appliance to do, then check your electrical setup before ordering.
At World of Camping, the Mestic range includes the MWC-70 12V kettle, MKT-120 single electric hob, MKT-200 double electric hob and MAC-40 three-way fridge. This guide focuses on the kettle and hobs currently available online. The fridge is currently unavailable; availability can change.
Which Mestic appliance should you choose?
- For heating water from a suitable vehicle 12V supply, consider the MWC-70 1-litre kettle.
- For one-pan cooking with a lower rated power demand, consider the MKT-120 750W single electric hob.
- For cooking with two pans on a suitable electrical supply, consider the MKT-200 2500W double electric hob.
- For refrigerated storage, the MAC-40 offers a different type of equipment altogether, but is currently unavailable.
Mestic MWC-70: a 1-litre 12V kettle
The Mestic MWC-70 12V kettle has a 1-litre capacity and a listed power consumption of 170W. It is designed to connect to a suitable vehicle cigarette-lighter-style socket, rather than a conventional mains outlet.
Its listed features include automatic shut-off when the water boils, boil-dry protection, overheat protection and an indicator light. It is an option for caravan and campervan travellers who want hot water from a compatible 12V supply.
Check the kettle instructions and your vehicle socket's permitted load before use. A 12V connection does not mean every vehicle socket is suitable, and low wattage does not mean instant boiling. No verified boil time is provided here, so allow time rather than expecting the speed of a domestic mains kettle.
Mestic MKT-120: a 750W single electric hob
The Mestic MKT-120 single electric hob is rated at 750W. It is a useful starting point if you normally cook with one pan and want a lower rated demand than the double-hob model.
For simple camping meals, one cooking surface may be enough. Think about whether you tend to boil, fry or heat one dish at a time, or whether you would frequently be waiting to swap pans. Confirm suitable pan sizes and operating clearances in the appliance instructions rather than assuming any pan will fit.
Mestic MKT-200: two hobs with independent controls
The Mestic MKT-200 double electric hob has a total rated power of 2500W, divided between a 1000W hob and a 1500W hob. The two cooking surfaces have separate controls, making it an option when you want to prepare different parts of a meal together.
Its listed dimensions are 46.5 × 27 × 7.5cm. Features include non-slip feet, overheating protection, a heat-resistant housing and an indicator light. Measure your usable cooking surface and storage space, allowing the clearances required by the instructions. The appliance's footprint alone is not the full space needed for safe use.
Single hob or double hob for UK camping?
Choose according to both your meals and your supply. The MKT-120's 750W rating is lower than the MKT-200's 2500W total rating, but neither should be described as suitable for every campsite hook-up.
Before using electric cooking equipment, check the site's supply limit, your vehicle or camping electrical equipment's limits and the other appliances drawing power at the same time. A kettle, heater or other equipment can add to the load. Do not assume a thermostat setting is a guaranteed way to stay within a supply limit. Follow the appliance instructions and ask the campsite or a qualified electrician if you are unsure about your setup.
What about the Mestic MAC-40 three-way fridge?
The Mestic MAC-40 listing describes a 42-litre fridge with mains electric, 12V and LPG operating options. Its listed external dimensions are 47cm high × 52cm wide × 48cm deep, with an empty weight of 17kg. It is currently unavailable online, so it is not included as an available-to-buy recommendation in this guide.
If you are considering a three-way fridge, check the manufacturer's instructions for each operating mode, installation, ventilation and gas equipment requirements before buying or using it. Do not assume that gas operation is suitable inside a tent, enclosed awning, vehicle or home. A reference to different gas bottles does not establish which regulator, hose or installation you need.
Before you buy
Check the appliance's supply requirements, the capacity of your intended connection and the space available for use and storage. For hobs, confirm suitable cookware and clearances. For a 12V appliance, confirm the socket rating. Keep electrical equipment dry and follow the manufacturer's permitted-use conditions; camping equipment should not automatically be treated as weatherproof.
Mestic camping appliance FAQs
Does the Mestic MWC-70 kettle use a normal mains socket?
This model is a 12V kettle designed for a suitable vehicle cigarette-lighter-style connection. It should not be confused with a mains camping kettle. Check the socket's permitted load against the appliance requirements.
How much water does the MWC-70 hold?
The listed capacity is 1 litre. Follow the kettle's fill markings and instructions rather than filling above its maximum level.
What is the difference between the MKT-120 and MKT-200?
The MKT-120 is a 750W single electric hob. The MKT-200 has two separately controlled hobs rated at 1000W and 1500W, with a combined rating of 2500W. Choose based on your cooking needs and the supply available.
Is the 750W hob suitable for every campsite?
No universal compatibility claim can be made. Check the campsite supply, your electrical equipment and the combined load of appliances in use before connecting it.
Is the MAC-40 fridge available?
It is currently unavailable online. Stock can change, so contact World of Camping if you are planning a setup around this model.
Choose your Mestic camping setup
For a straightforward starting point, decide whether you need hot water from a suitable 12V supply, one-pan electric cooking or the flexibility of two hobs. Explore the linked Mestic kettle and hob listings for specifications and current availability, or ask World of Camping for help comparing the models before ordering.
