Ease of use: As we performed the heating tests, we noted any difficulties with filling and transporting the kettle, as well as with the controls for electric models. We specifically evaluated pouring by using a full kettle to fill a mug on the counter. Models that splashed and spilled lost points, and more accurate spouts gained them. With its combination of style and performance, the Fellow Corvo EKG Pro Studio Edition is one of the best electric kettles you can buy. It's equipped with an array of features—like a built-in stopwatch and temperature holding up to one hour, just to name a couple—and yet the item remains intuitive and easy to use. The Fellow brand sent us the kettle for testing purposes and we were highly impressed by the results. Looks are important in a kettle. Personal preference comes into play here, but the Cuisinart PerfecTemp Electric Kettle features a sleek, classy design.

Stovetop kettles can take a beating, particularly for those who have open-flame gas burners. But this simple stainless steel kettle from Coffee Gator is up to any task, and it comes at an affordable price. In addition to being durable and affordable, the stand-out features include a temperature gauge, finger-groove handle, and a precise, reliable spout that you can depend on to up your coffee or tea game for years to come. The design and ergonomics of an electric kettle can make a big difference in its performance. The best kettles are well balanced and easy to pour, even when they’re filled to capacity, and they generally have silicone or another heat-resistant material on the handle to keep your hands safe. Value: After concluding all of our other tests, we revealed the retail prices of the kettles. Stovetop kettles are generally less expensive than electric ones, so we looked at the categories separately, comparing individual prices to the average for each type.There’s one minor design flaw—or, at least, hindrance—which is that the trigger that opens the spout overlaps with the lid. If the spout is open, the spout trigger rests on top of the lid and prevents users from taking the lid off. While it didn’t affect our experience using the kettle, it bears mentioning. The Smeg gets style points and boiled water in a jiff, but it's a little pricey for what it does. David Watsky/CNET The Lardera Smart Electric Kettle is a high-end option that fits any coffee lover's setup. And I mean "fit" literally because the kettle is compact and saves valuable counterspace. It measures 10 inches from spout to handle, and the base is about 6 inches on each side.

Some electric kettles like the Fellow Stagg and Fellow Corvo allow you to adjust the water ... [+] temperature using 1-degree increments. Jonathan Baudoin For Forbes Temperature Control And Accuracy ALTHOUGH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS IN YOUR JURISDICTION. THIS STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE LAWS THAT APPLY TO YOU AND THE PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE LAWS IN YOUR JURISDICTION TO UNDERSTAND YOUR RIGHTS FULLY.Zwilling Enfinigy Cool Touch Kettle Pro: There were several things I really liked about this kettle, including its cool-touch exterior and smooth-walled interior, which made it one of the easiest models to clean. It performed decently, as well, but it feels noticeably bulkier than the winning models, despite having a smaller overall capacity than most of them. Heating speed: We added a liter of water at 50 degrees to each kettle and then timed how long it took to come to a boil, using a medium flame with stovetop models and the high setting with electric ones. We also tested how well the kettles could keep water hot by taking the the temperature of the water 10 and 30 minutes after removing from the heat. If the unit has been damaged, including but not limited to damage by animals, lightning, abnormal voltage, fire, natural disaster, transportation, dishwasher, or water (unless the user manual expressly states that the product is dishwasher safe). Safety is important for any household appliance. The Cuisinart PerfecTemp Electric Kettle shuts off when not in use.