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Best Electric Kettle

5 picks · Scored out of 10 · We may earn a commission

Our picks at a glance

ProductAwardScore
Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle Stainless steel (Stainless Steel P1 finish); BPA free; concealed heating element; removable scale filter
Best overall 8.6 Check price
Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel 1.7 Liter Kettle Stainless steel kettle with concealed heating element; handle and lid material not stated by Hamilton Beach
Best budget 6.4 Check price
Breville the Smart Kettle Luxe Brushed stainless steel construction; stainless steel handle; BPA-free dual water windows (Breville says all food-contact plastics are BPA free)
Best premium 7.9 Check price
Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle (Pro) 304 18/8 stainless steel, BPA-free plastic handle and lid pull (optional walnut or maple wood handle and lid pull)
Best gooseneck 8.3 Check price
OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle Borosilicate Glass, Silicone, Stainless Steel (BPA-free borosilicate glass; removable stainless steel filter)
Best glass kettle 8.7 Check price

How we score these picks

  1. 01 · Best overall
    Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle

    Cuisinart · CPK-17P1 (CPK-17, Stainless Steel P1)

    Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle

    8.6/ 10
    Editorial score
    Temp control
    8.0
    Keep warm
    9.0
    Capacity
    9.0
    Build/warranty
    8.5
    Why this score?
    Temperature control · 8.0
    Six presets from 160°F to boil incl. French press; no temperatures between presets
    Keep warm & safety · 9.0
    30-minute Keep Warm, 2-minute memory off the base, auto shutoff and boil-dry protection
    Capacity & power · 9.0
    1.7 liters at 1500 watts, matching the other full-size picks
    Materials & warranty · 8.5
    Limited 3-year warranty, longest here; interior and lid materials not spelled out beyond stainless and BPA free

    Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score

    Best forTea and coffee drinkers who want one-touch temperature presets in a full-size kettle

    A 1.7-liter, 1500-watt cordless stainless steel kettle with six one-touch temperature presets from 160°F to a full boil, including a French press setting. It holds the chosen temperature for 30 minutes, remembers its setting for 2 minutes off the base and has the longest warranty in this guide at three years.

    Strengths

    • Six presets (160, 175, 185, 190, 200°F and boil) plus a 30-minute Keep Warm
    • Limited 3-year warranty, auto shutoff and boil-dry protection

    Weaknesses

    • Presets only; you cannot set a temperature between them
    • Interior and lid materials are not spelled out beyond stainless steel and BPA free

    Dimensions, material and details

    Capacity
    1.7 liter
    Wattage
    1500 watts
    Temperature settings
    6 presets: Delicate Tea 160°F, Green Tea 175°F, White Tea 185°F, Oolong Tea 190°F, French Press 200°F, Black & Herbal Teas (boil, 212°F)
    Keep warm
    30-minute Keep Warm option; memory keeps the setting for 2 minutes off the base
    Safety
    Auto shutoff and boil dry protection
    Dimensions
    8.8"L x 6.1"W x 9.75"H
    Material
    Stainless steel (Stainless Steel P1 finish); BPA free; concealed heating element; removable scale filter
    Weight
    4.000 lbs
    Warranty
    Limited 3-year warranty
    Check price at Amazon
  2. 02 · Best budget
    Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel 1.7 Liter Kettle

    Hamilton Beach · 40880G

    Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel 1.7 Liter Kettle

    6.4/ 10
    Editorial score
    Temp control
    5.0
    Keep warm
    6.5
    Capacity
    9.0
    Build/warranty
    6.0
    Why this score?
    Temperature control · 5.0
    Boil only: no temperature settings
    Keep warm & safety · 6.5
    Auto shutoff, boil-dry protection and concealed element; no keep-warm function
    Capacity & power · 9.0
    1.7 liters / 7.2 cups at 1500 watts
    Materials & warranty · 6.0
    Stainless body, handle and lid material not stated; 1-year US warranty excludes glass and filters

    Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score

    Best forAnyone who just wants fast boiling water for the least money

    A simple 1.7-liter (7.2-cup), 1500-watt cordless kettle with an on/off switch, a water-level window and a concealed heating element. It shuts off automatically after boiling and has boil-dry protection.

    Strengths

    • Lowest list price in this guide, with the same 1.7 L capacity and 1500 W as kettles costing far more
    • Auto shutoff, boil-dry protection and a concealed heating element

    Weaknesses

    • Boil only: no temperature settings and no keep-warm function
    • 1-year limited warranty in the US

    Dimensions, material and details

    Capacity
    1.7 liters / 7.2 cups
    Wattage
    1500 Watts
    Temperature settings
    None (boils, then shuts off automatically)
    Keep warm
    None listed
    Safety
    Auto shutoff with boil-dry protection
    Dimensions
    8.78 H x 6.24 W x 9.24 D (inches)
    Material
    Stainless steel kettle with concealed heating element; handle and lid material not stated by Hamilton Beach
    Warranty
    One (1) year limited warranty (US); does not cover glass or filters
    Check price at Amazon
  3. 03 · Best premium
    Breville the Smart Kettle Luxe

    Breville · BKE845 (Brushed Stainless Steel, BKE845BSS1BUS1)

    Breville the Smart Kettle Luxe

    7.9/ 10
    Editorial score
    Temp control
    7.5
    Keep warm
    8.0
    Capacity
    9.0
    Build/warranty
    7.5
    Why this score?
    Temperature control · 7.5
    Five presets from 175°F to 212°F; no lower preset or in-between settings
    Keep warm & safety · 8.0
    Keep Warm usable before, during or after heating, but 20 minutes only; auto shutoff, boil-dry
    Capacity & power · 9.0
    1.7 liters (57 oz) at 1500 watts
    Materials & warranty · 7.5
    Brushed stainless body and handle, BPA-free water windows; only a 1-year limited warranty

    Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score

    Best forTea drinkers who want a polished stainless kettle with presets and a gentle-opening lid

    A 1.7-liter (57 oz, 7-cup) brushed stainless steel kettle with five preset temperatures from 175°F to boil, a 20-minute keep-warm button and a Soft Opening lid that releases steam slowly. It has a stainless steel handle, dual BPA-free water windows and a 1500-watt concealed element.

    Strengths

    • Five presets (175, 195, 200, 205 and 212°F) and a keep-warm button usable before, during or after heating
    • Brushed stainless steel body and full stainless steel handle, with a Soft Opening lid to limit splashing

    Weaknesses

    • Highest price in this guide, with only a 1-year limited warranty
    • Keep warm lasts 20 minutes, shorter than the Cuisinart and OXO (30 minutes)

    Dimensions, material and details

    Capacity
    57 oz. / 1.7 liter / 7 cup
    Wattage
    1500 Watts (110-120 Volts)
    Temperature settings
    5 presets: Green/White 175°F, Oolong 195°F, French Press 200°F, Black/Herbal 205°F, Boil 212°F
    Keep warm
    Keep Warm button holds the selected temperature for 20 minutes
    Safety
    Auto shut off and boil dry protection
    Dimensions
    7.1" x 9.6" x 9.9" (W x D x H)
    Material
    Brushed stainless steel construction; stainless steel handle; BPA-free dual water windows (Breville says all food-contact plastics are BPA free)
    Weight
    3.86 lbs / 1.75 kg
    Warranty
    1 Year Limited Warranty
    Check price at Amazon
  4. 04 · Best gooseneck
    Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle (Pro)

    Fellow · Stagg EKG Pro (Matte Black 1222PRO-MB-US)

    Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle (Pro)

    8.3/ 10
    Editorial score
    Temp control
    9.5
    Keep warm
    8.5
    Capacity
    6.0
    Build/warranty
    8.0
    Why this score?
    Temperature control · 9.5
    Any temperature 104-212°F in 0.5°F steps, Guide Mode presets and altitude setting
    Keep warm & safety · 8.5
    Hold Mode of 15 to 60 minutes and boil-dry cutoff; no separate auto shut-off time stated
    Capacity & power · 6.0
    0.9 L with a 333 ml minimum fill; 1000-1200 W versus 1500 W
    Materials & warranty · 8.0
    304 18/8 stainless body, BPA-free plastic handle and lid pull; 2-year warranty, extendable

    Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score

    Best forPour-over coffee brewers who want precise temperature and a slow, controlled pour

    A 0.9-liter gooseneck kettle with to-the-degree temperature control from 104°F to 212°F, a color display, scheduling, a brew stopwatch and an altitude setting. Its hold mode keeps water hot for 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes, and Fellow backs it with a 2-year warranty.

    Strengths

    • Any temperature from 104°F to 212°F, plus scheduling, a brew stopwatch and an altitude setting
    • Precision gooseneck spout and 304 18/8 stainless steel body

    Weaknesses

    • Small 0.9 L (30 oz) capacity and a 333 ml minimum fill
    • 1000-1200 W, versus 1500 W for the full-size picks

    Dimensions, material and details

    Capacity
    30 oz (0.9 L)
    Wattage
    110-120V~ / 1000-1200W / 50-60Hz
    Temperature settings
    Variable, 104°F-212°F (40°C-100°C), to the degree with 0.5°F increments; Guide Mode presets for brew methods and teas
    Keep warm
    Adjustable Hold Mode: 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes
    Safety
    Boil-dry protection: an automatic safety device cools the kettle down and turns it off if heated empty
    Dimensions
    11.10 in (282 mm) x 6.77 in (172 mm) x 7.7 in (196 mm) (L x W x H)
    Material
    304 18/8 stainless steel, BPA-free plastic handle and lid pull (optional walnut or maple wood handle and lid pull)
    Weight
    1,400 g (includes kettle base)
    Warranty
    2-year standard warranty with option to extend
    Check price at Amazon
  5. 05 · Best glass kettle
    OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle

    OXO · 8716900 (OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature Kettle)

    OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle

    8.7/ 10
    Editorial score
    Temp control
    9.0
    Keep warm
    8.5
    Capacity
    9.5
    Build/warranty
    7.5
    Why this score?
    Temperature control · 9.0
    Dial sets any temperature from 104°F to 212°F with °F/°C display
    Keep warm & safety · 8.5
    Holds set temperature 30 minutes then switches off; shuts off if run empty or low
    Capacity & power · 9.5
    Largest capacity here at 1.75 L, with a 1500 W heater
    Materials & warranty · 7.5
    Borosilicate glass can break if dropped; no dishwasher-safe parts; 2-year warranty

    Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score

    Best forPeople who like to watch the water heat and want any temperature from a dial

    A 1.75-liter borosilicate glass kettle with a dial that sets any temperature from 104°F to 212°F and holds it for 30 minutes. It has a Soft-Open lid, stay-cool touchpoints, a removable stainless steel filter and a 1500-watt heater, with a two-year warranty.

    Strengths

    • Any temperature from 104°F to 212°F by dial, held for 30 minutes before it switches off
    • BPA-free borosilicate glass body, the largest capacity here (1.75 L) and a 2-year warranty

    Weaknesses

    • Glass is fragile; OXO warns it can break if dropped or struck
    • No part is dishwasher safe, and OXO advises descaling every 60 uses

    Dimensions, material and details

    Capacity
    60 oz/1.75 L
    Wattage
    1500W (per the instruction manual)
    Temperature settings
    Variable by dial, 104°F (40°C) to 212°F (100°C); °F/°C display
    Keep warm
    Holds the set temperature for 30 minutes, then switches off
    Safety
    Automatic switch-off after the 30-minute hold; safety device stops heating if run with too little water, and it shuts off if turned on empty
    Dimensions
    10.4" x 7.8" x 13.4"
    Material
    Borosilicate Glass, Silicone, Stainless Steel (BPA-free borosilicate glass; removable stainless steel filter)
    Warranty
    Two-year warranty (OXO Brew appliances)
    Check price at Amazon

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Side-by-side comparison

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Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle Tea and coffee drinkers who want one-touch temperature presets in a full-size kettle1.7 liter1500 watts6 presets: Delicate Tea 160°F, Green Tea 175°F, White Tea 185°F, Oolong Tea 190°F, French Press 200°F, Black & Herbal Teas (boil, 212°F)
Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel 1.7 Liter Kettle Anyone who just wants fast boiling water for the least money1.7 liters / 7.2 cups1500 WattsNone (boils, then shuts off automatically)
Breville the Smart Kettle Luxe Tea drinkers who want a polished stainless kettle with presets and a gentle-opening lid57 oz. / 1.7 liter / 7 cup1500 Watts (110-120 Volts)5 presets: Green/White 175°F, Oolong 195°F, French Press 200°F, Black/Herbal 205°F, Boil 212°F
Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle (Pro) Pour-over coffee brewers who want precise temperature and a slow, controlled pour30 oz (0.9 L)110-120V~ / 1000-1200W / 50-60HzVariable, 104°F-212°F (40°C-100°C), to the degree with 0.5°F increments; Guide Mode presets for brew methods and teas
OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle People who like to watch the water heat and want any temperature from a dial60 oz/1.75 L1500W (per the instruction manual)Variable by dial, 104°F (40°C) to 212°F (100°C); °F/°C display

OUR METHOD

How we scored

Manufacturer specs, not hands-on tests. Each pick is rated out of 10 on four things:

  • 35%Temperature control
  • 25%Keep warm & safety
  • 20%Capacity & power
  • 20%Materials & warranty

What to look for in an electric kettle

  • Decide on temperature controla basic kettle only boils; presets or dials suit tea and pour-over

  • Pick capacity for your householdfull-size kettles hold about 1.7 liters; goosenecks hold less

  • Read the full materials listmany kettles mix materials in the lid, water window or filter

Frequently asked questions

What is the best electric kettle for tea?

The Cuisinart PerfecTemp CPK-17 has six one-touch presets named for teas, from Delicate Tea at 160°F through Green (175°F), White (185°F) and Oolong (190°F) to a full boil for black and herbal teas, and it keeps the water warm for 30 minutes. The Breville Smart Kettle Luxe offers five presets from 175°F to 212°F with a 20-minute keep warm. If you want a temperature between presets, the OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle sets any temperature from 104°F to 212°F by dial and holds it for 30 minutes.

Do I need a variable-temperature electric kettle?

Only if you brew green, white or oolong tea or pour-over coffee, which taste better below a full boil. The Cuisinart PerfecTemp CPK-17 and Breville Smart Kettle Luxe use presets (six and five), while the OXO Adjustable Temperature Kettle and Fellow Stagg EKG Pro let you pick any temperature from 104°F to 212°F. If you only need boiling water for instant foods or black tea, the boil-only Hamilton Beach 40880G does the job.

What is the best gooseneck kettle for pour-over?

The Fellow Stagg EKG Pro is the gooseneck pick in this guide, with a precision gooseneck spout and to-the-degree temperature control from 104°F to 212°F. It adds Guide Mode presets for brew methods, a brew stopwatch, scheduling, an altitude setting and a hold mode of 15 to 60 minutes. Keep in mind it holds 0.9 L (30 oz), needs at least 333 ml to run and draws 1000-1200 W rather than the 1500 W of the full-size kettles.

Is there an electric kettle with no plastic?

None of the five kettles in this guide is described as plastic free by its maker. Breville pairs a brushed stainless steel body and handle with BPA-free water windows and says its food-contact plastics are BPA free, Fellow uses a 304 18/8 stainless steel body with a BPA-free plastic handle and lid pull (wood is optional), and OXO lists borosilicate glass, silicone and stainless steel. Cuisinart states only stainless steel and BPA free, and Hamilton Beach does not state its handle and lid materials, so read each maker's full materials list against your own preferences.

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