Stovetop or boiler??

[ComusLives]

I've an electric Peco boiler and I've used it indoors and out and it really does what it says on the tin. It's probably the cheapest option for a 20 to 25 litre boil. But it will get VERY steamy if you use it indoors. What ive found best for my situation is to heat mash water on the electric cooker in 2 big stock pots, mash indoors, transfer wort to peco boiler and do the boil in the backyard powered by an extension cord. This method also lets me use the garden tap to supply cold water to my chiller and doesn't annoy my missus by getting the kitchen waterlogged from too much steam. If you're in an apartment/flat /whatever have a look at BIAB kits and method if you're not already familiar with the method. I use a cooler box mash tun but if you're short on space BIAB is the way to go

I was looking into grabbing one of these myself. Is it as simple as plugging it in like an ordinary kettle? I'm not sure how much I could use it outside so is using it inside just not really feasible with all the steam? Also, how do you maintain a continuous temperature with it?

[Simon_]

Steam is going to be an issue with any device you're boiling with. If you can open a load of windows during the boil it shouldn't be too bad.

[Qs]

I boil beside the sliding door to the patio. Just have the window open until I hit 80+ then I open the door too.