If you're looking for the perfect plug in kiln to use at home or in your pottery studio, you have come to the right place.
What makes plug in kilns so attractive are their ease of use and portability. Simply plug into a standard 13amp UK socket and you are ready to fire. But with so many plug in kilns out there, it can be daunting to pick the right one.
So, in addition to our comprehensive guide on pottery kilns in general, and the best electric kilns, we have put together reviews of the 3 best plug in kilns we off today!
Plus, we've included lots of other helpful information too, so read on!
Simply plug into a regular UK socket & fire away.
Most plug in kilns are very affordable compared to bigger kilns.
All kilns come with 1 - 3 years warranty to protect your investment.
Plug in, easy to lift chamber lids and select a pre-set programme on your controller!
All Brands offer excellent after sales representation
All options come with wheels to maneuver if required.
All options shown come highly commended from UK Potters.
All built with energy efficiency in mind
Best For Beginners
The Ikon V46 Kiln is by far the best kiln for beginners. Easy to use, compact, pre-set programmes and super efficient are just a few of the benefits this kiln has to offer.
It also comes recommended by some of the most famous potters in the UK today - Keith Brymer Jones being one of them.
| Chamber Size | 41.6cm (Diameter) x 33cm (Height) |
| External Size | 72.5cm (Width) x 75cm (Depth) x 77.5cm (Height) |
| Capacity | 46L |
| Weight | 88KG |
| Power | 3KW |
| Amps | 12.6A |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Max Temp | 1315°c |
Everything you need is included with your product.
Equipped with a UK plug socket allowing you to simply plug in & use.
Installed with castor wheels, allowing easy transportation to different rooms.
Kiln furniture is provided for FREE.
A max temp of 1315°c enables all clays to be fired in the V46.
Best for Home Firing
The Ikon V61 GXR is a bigger version of the V46, with 61L of space, whilst still having all the same excellent features.
What makes it really stand out is the UK plug and fire feature. Normally kilns of over 60L have to be hard wired into the electrical supply, making this kiln easy to use and ultra convenient.
Further supported with free delivery, free kiln furniture and 3 year warranty.
| Chamber Size | 41.6cm (Diameter) x 44.5cm (Height) |
| External Size | 72.5cm (Width) x 87cm (Depth) x 92cm (Height) |
| Capacity | 61L |
| Weight | 105KG |
| Power | 3KW |
| Amps | 12.6A |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Max Temp | 1300°c |
Everything you need is included with your product.
Equipped with a UK plug socket allowing you to simply plug in & use.
Installed with castor wheels, allowing easy transportation to different rooms.
Kiln furniture is provided for FREE.
A max temp of 1300°c enables all clays to be fired in the V61 GXR.
The Phoenix 38 kiln is our most affordable plug in kiln.
This kiln is unique with its square chamber, which allows you to fit more pieces in vs a circular shaped chamber.
Further supported with free delivery and a 1 year warranty, if you are looking for value, this is a serious contender!
| Chamber Size | 33cm (wide) x 33cm (deep) x 33cm (High) |
| External Size | 49cm (wide) x 59cm (deep) x 67.5cm (High) |
| Capacity | 38L |
| Weight | 50KG |
| Power | 3KW |
| Amps | 12.6A |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Max Temp | 1260°c |
Everything you need is included with your product.
Equipped with a UK plug socket allowing you to simply plug in & use.
Installed with castor wheels, allowing easy transportation to different rooms.
The square chamber is space efficient, so you can fit more pieces in.
| Price | £2,989.99 | £3,399.99 | £2,266 | £2,649 | £3,149.99 |
| Max Temp | 1315°c | 1300°c | 1260°c | 1320°c | 1200°c |
| Wheels | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| External Size | 72.5cm (Width) x 75cm (Depth) x 77.5cm (Height) | 72.5cm (Width) x 87cm (Depth) x 92cm (Height) | 49cm (wide) x 59cm (deep) x 67.5cm (High) | 65cm (Width) x 88cm (Depth) x 77cm (Height) | 72.5cm (Width) x 87cm (Depth) x 89cm (Height) |
| Internal Size | 41.6cm (Diameter) x 33cm (Height) | 41.6cm (Diameter) x 44.5cm (Height) | 33cm (wide) x 33cm (deep) x 33cm (High) | 40.3cm (Diameter) x 34.3cm (Height) | 41.6cm (Diameter) x 44.5cm (Height) |
| Capacity | 46L | 61L | 38L | 46L | 61L |
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