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Best Electric Kettles in 2027
An electric kettle boils water faster than a stovetop and, with variable temperature, at the right heat for tea and coffee. Capacity, pour control and limescale handling are what separate a good kettle from an annoying one. The picks below cover the category's main types and sizes. Where a standalone review exists, it is linked; where it does not, the card states what to verify before buying.
By The Kitchen Bench Research Team · Updated for 2027 · Independent · Reader-supported · No paid placements
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The picks
Ranked 13 picks for electric kettles — the number is the roundup rank, not a rating.
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Cuisinart Perfectemp Cpk 17
Rank 1 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Fellow Stagg Ekg
Rank 2 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Bonavita Digital Variable Temp Gooseneck
Rank 3 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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OXO Brew Cordless Glass Kettle
Rank 4 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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COSORI Electric Glass Kettle CGK-G173-KUS
Rank 5 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Zwilling Enfinigy Electric Kettle
Rank 6 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Smeg 50S Retro Kettle KLF03
Rank 7 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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KitchenAid Electric Kettle KEK1222
Rank 8 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Mueller Ultra Kettle Glass Electric
Rank 9 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Hamilton Beach Glass Electric Kettle 40865
Rank 10 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Bonavita Digital Variable Temperature Gooseneck Kettle 1.0L
Rank 11 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Fellow Stagg EKG Pro Electric Kettle
Rank 12 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle
Rank 13 of 13 in Best Electric Kettles — full review with what to verify, who it suits, and alternatives to compare.
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Capacity
A large kettle boils more than you need and wastes energy; a small one means refilling. Size for your usual pot or round of drinks.
Variable temperature
Tea and coffee taste better at different temperatures. If you brew green tea or pour-over, variable control is worth it; for black tea alone, a simple boil is fine.
Pour control
A gooseneck pours slowly and precisely for pour-over; a standard spout pours fast for tea. Match the spout to your brewing.
Limescale
A removable filter and a wide opening for descaling keep a kettle fast and clean in hard-water areas.
Frequently asked questions
What temperature for green tea?
Around 175°F (80°C) — boiling water scalds green tea and makes it bitter.
How do I descale a kettle?
Vinegar or citric acid solution, boiled and left to sit, then rinsed well. Repeat in hard-water areas.
Is a gooseneck worth it?
For pour-over coffee, yes — control matters. For tea, a standard kettle is fine.