If you don’t there’s an electric kettle in your kitchen, you’re missing out. Not only are these appliances slightly more energy efficient than using a stovetop, but they are portable and boil water more quickly. These days, electric kettles come in different sizes with different types of spouts, and you can often find models with customizable temperature settings as well—allowing you to set the perfect which brew temp for your pour-over coffee or loose-leaf tea.
But there is one many of electric kettles there. Whether you’re looking for the best bang for your buck or one that’s better for coffee, we’ve done the hard work for you. We’ve used over a dozen models in our lives over the past year to find out what’s the best and what’s rubbish. These are our favorite electric kettles worthy of your countertop.
For more kitchen guides, check out the Best Espresso Machines, the Best Latte & Cappucino Makers, the Best Air Fryers and the Best Chef’s Knives.
Updated May 2023: We have added Breville IQ, KitchenAid Pro Line, Wolf Gourmet True Temperature and Hay Sowden kettles.
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