Photography: Dylan James / Styling: Karin Bochnik
When it comes to kitchen taps, we are absolutely spoilt for choice. Nowadays, tapware is available in so many spout styles, heights and finishes. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of choices. While shopping for kitchen taps may not be as exciting as selecting benchtop materials, splurging on spa-like tapware or hunting for the perfect coffee machine, it’s still an important task. But where do you begin? Let’s start with the terminology.
What’s the difference between kitchen taps and mixer taps?
Kitchen taps, or faucets, which have separate levers for hot and cold water are the more traditional type of fixture. They are often used in heritage homes though they can bring charm and maturity to modern kitchens. Kitchen mixer taps however have a single handle, or lever, which controls everything from temperature to water pressure. These are the most commonly used kitchen taps in modern homes.
These two main types of kitchen taps can have a few particular features. Some include pull-out taps, which have retractable spouts for increased range. Others have swivel spouts, with varying degrees of range.
But you won’t know what you want until you see what’s on offer. Scroll down to shop some of our favourite kitchen taps and mixers, from goosenecks with high arches to contemporary square silhouettes.
We spoke to Jennie Adams, Sales and Design Manager at ABI Interiors for her best tips and tricks.
What to consider before buying tapware
- If you have a bench-mounted basin and want bench-mounted tapware, ensure that the basin mixer extends high enough to reach above the basin. An extended mixer is often required in this case. For under-mounted basins, a standard basin mixer is usually sufficient.
- Think about who will be using the tap. Elysian taps have excellent accessibility, well suited to children and elderly users.
- If you have limited bench space, a wall-mounted tap may be the best option to maximise your available area.
- Decide whether you prefer separate controls for hot and cold water or if a single mixer is more convenient.
Shop the best kitchen taps in 2025
01
‘Eden’ square kitchen mixer in White
$249.90, ABI Interiors
Best for: Contemporary design
Lovers of contemporary interiors have a lot to like about the ‘Eden’ kitchen mixer from ABI Interiors. It has all the modern conveniencees to expect, such as a 360° swivel spout, but it’s certainly the modern aesthetic that is most striking. The square spout design, especially in the white semi-gloss lacquer finish, creates a sculptural piece perfect for a modern kitchen.
Colours: White, Brushed Brass, Brushed Copper, Brushed Gunmetal, Brushed Nickel, Chrome, Matte Black
Materials: Solid brass construction.
Key features:
- Square style
- Semi-gloss lacquer finish
- White finish
- 360° swivel spout
- Brass construction
- Seven colour options
02
Zip mixer tap in Rose Gold
$935, Winnings
Best for: A warm and luxe finish
This gooseneck mixer tap has a sleek and simple design that is elegant and timeless. The rose gold finish elevates this, creating a style statement that is sure to stun. The arched swivel spout has a high clearance, leaving you plenty of room for washing dishes, filling jugs and cleaning hands.
Colours: Rose Gold.
Key features:
- One year warranty
- High arch
- Gooseneck style
- Swivel spout
- Rose gold finish
03
Meir pinless round kitchen sink mixer tap in Champagne
$463 (was $579), The Blue Space
Best for: Pinless handle
This gooseneck style kitchen tap has a stunning electroplated champagne finish. The design is flexible and customisable as the handle can be positioned either front-facing or on the side. This means you have the power to pick the look and function that suits you and your home best.
Colours: Lustre Bronze, Shadow, Champagne, Chrome, Brushed Nickel, Tiger Bronze and Matte Black.
Materials: Brass
Key features:
- Lifetime warranty
- High arch
- Gooseneck style
- Pinless handle
- Champagne finish
- Brass construction
04
Tiago Tapware ‘Avalon’ spring pull-out/down kitchen mixer in Chrome
$249.99, Temple and Webster
Best for: 360° swivel capability
This modern kitchen tap has plenty of practical features, including a pull-out function and 360° swivel capability. This means you are able to splash water with less restrictions, reaching every corner of the basin. With a brass construction, it’s available in four finishes.
Colours: Chrome, Brushed Chrome, Gunmetal and Polished Brass.
Materials: Brass.
Key features:
- 15 year warranty
- High arch
- Chrome finish
- Brass construction
05
Sussex ‘Voda’ curved sink mixer in Brushed Gunmetal
$729, Appliances Online
Best for: Available in seven finishes
“Form follows function” is the guiding principle behind Sussex designs, which is clear in this modern yet classic and clean collection of tapware. The ‘Voda’ curved kitchen tap mixer has a timeless and elegant design. This gooseneck style has a high arch which is both stylish and practical.
Colours: Chrome, Brushed Nickel, Satin Chrome, Brushed Gunmetal, Matte Black, Tumbled Brass and Brushed Brass Gold.
Key features:
- 15 year warranty
- High arch
- Brushed gunmetal finish
- Seven finish options
- Gooseneck
06
Hansgrohe ‘Talis’ ijet sink mixer tap in Stainless Steel
$891, Winnings
Best for: Adjustable swivel range
This gooseneck kitchen tap has a contemporary stainless steel finish and high arch. Functionally, the sink mixer has a laminar spray, ceramic cartridge and an adjustable swivel range. Simply choose from 60°, 110°, 150° and 160° for the swivel range.
Colours: Stainless steel.
Key features:
- 15 year warranty
- High arch
- Stainless steel finish
- Adjustable swivel range
- Gooseneck
07
‘Elysian’ commercial 3-way filter tap in Brushed Brass
$699.90, ABI Interiors
Best for: Filter system
This gooseneck kitchen tap has a classy brushed brass finish and two levers, one to control water pressure and another to control temperature. This tap is compatible with ABI Interior’s 3 stage undersink water filter system, giving you access to purified and filtered water, all from a chic fixture.
Colours: Brushed Brass.
Key features:
- Ceramic cartridge
- High arch
- Stainless steel construction
- Brushed brass finish
- Gooseneck
08
Slim 30 kitchen mixer with square spout in Fucile PVD
$855, Parisi
Best for: Square spout.
If you’re looking for a sleek and contemporary kitchen mixer, this design is ideal. The slimline style is modern, right down to the slim rounded handle. The square silhouette is striking, especially in the sleek, dark Fucile PVD finish.
Colours: Brushed Nickel PVD, Brushed Brass PVD, Fucile PVD, Electroplate Chrome and Electroplate Matte Black.
Materials: Brass.
Key features:
- Five finishes
- Square spout
- Contemporary design
- Brass construction
- Slimline style
09
Perrin & Rowe ‘Ionian’ 2-hole bench mounted sink mixer in Gold with White porcelain lever taps
$2285, The English Tapware Company
Best for: Traditional charm
With a high arch, two charming levers and a spray rinse, Perrin & Rowe’s ‘Ionian’ kitchen sink mixer has a classical beauty that evokes imagery of butler’s sinks and Martha Stewart. While this design does appear more traditional, it can still fit right in with modern kitchens as there are seven finishes to choose from. The white porcelain levers can also be switched to black porcelain or a matching metal to complement the finish of the tapware.
Colours: Chrome, Nickel, Pewter, Polished Brass, Satin Brass and Gold.
Materials: Premium grade brass.
Key features:
- Traditional
- Spray rinse
- High arch
- Levers
- 360° swivel range
- 15 year warranty
10
City Plus kitchen mixer in Durobrite Chrome with B Lever
Best for: Available in 22 finishes.
Why settle for one version of brass, chrome or nickel when you can select a really specific type of the exact finish you want? The City Plus kitchen mixer from Brodware is available in a whopping 22 finishes, giving you plenty of control over the look of your kitchen taps. It has a swivel spout and also comes with two options for the attached lever.
Colours: Durobrite Chrome, Brushed Chrome, Polished Nickel PVD, Brushed Nickel PVD, Polished Swiss Brass PVD, Brushed Swiss Brass PVD, Polished Nordic Brass PVD, Brushed Nordic Brass PVD, Polished Gold PVD, Nero, Brushed Gold PVD Polished Rose Gold PVD, Brushed Rose Gold PVD, Brushed Copper PVD, Roma Bronze PVD, Statue Bronze PVD, Aged Iron PVD, Bright Black PVD, Weathered Brass Organic, Rumbled Brass Organic, Brushed Brass Organic and Polished Brass Organic.
Key features:
- Made in Australia
- 22 finishes
- Gooseneck
- High arch
- Two lever options
- Swivel spout
11
Kaya ‘Ambience’ sink mixer in Matte Blossom
$175 (was $349), Fienza
Best for: Pretty in pink.
Kitchen taps are rarely available in pink, especially such a subtle and soft shade. This matte blossom pink finish is achieved using a baked lacquer colour process. The gooseneck outlet has a swivel function, ensuring practicality as well as prettiness.
Colours: Matte Blossom.
Materials: Solid brass
Key features:
- Pin lever handle
- Gooseneck
- High arch
- Swivel function
- Made from solid brass
- Soft pink finish
- Matte finish
12
‘Vido’ flexible hose sink mixer in Chrome
$792, Phoenix Tapware
Best for: Detachable handpiece for extended reach
It’s time to be a little more flexible. The single function handpiece of this kitchen tap detachesfrom the cradle for extended reach. The hose is silicone, aiding this flexibility. Want even more range? The 360° swivel spout will achieve just that.
Colours: Chrome, Brushed Nickel and Matte Black
Materials: Brass construction
Key features:
- 360° swivel spout
- Silicone hose
- Detachable handpiece for extended reach
- Brass construction
- 5 star water rating
- 15 year cartridge warranty
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