15 best electric kettles

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

With the advent and expansion of the range of modern electric kettles, they quickly and decisively replaced the 'oldies' who needed a gas or electric stove to heat their water. Despite the fact that an electric kettle in its pure form is a completely elementary device, a mind-boggling number of various modifications, shapes and design solutions are presented on the market. Thanks to our experts, we will simplify your selection task. Experts have identified 15 models of electric kettles from the widest variety of options, which most of all attracted the mass consumer, according to independent reviews.

Which electric kettle to choose

To some extent, the quality, durability and individual characteristics of the electric kettle can be easily identified even by the brand name. Let's briefly consider the features of the brands of those models of teapots that are included in the rating.

We will not dwell in detail on such brands that are well known even to young children, since they do not need introduction. These are German Bosch, French Tefal, Italian De'Longhi, international (formerly Dutch) Philips. Let's just say that small household appliances of these brands, with rare exceptions, are produced in China.

We will briefly consider the less obvious and loud names in the format of blitz theses.

1. BORK is a Russian household appliance brand that has long been disguised as German. He still has some German roots, but purely 'historical'. But, in itself, the BORK technique deserves quite high marks, and the brand itself has earned universal recognition over the years of its existence.
2. UNIT is a trade mark registered in Austria and positioned accordingly. But the English-speaking Internet knows nothing about her. In fact, UNIT has Russian roots, and, as expected, the products are manufactured in China.
3. Rohaus is one of the most conspiratorial brands, carefully posing as Dutch. It belongs to the truly Dutch company ATCP Group B.V., which is only 5 years old (registered in 2013). A full-fledged site in Russian only, an English version with heavily cut content. It is not hard to understand that the brand is actually Russian.
4. Kitfort is another Russian trade mark, but without a tough conspiracy. He honestly says that the products are made in China, but undergo strict quality control. The company was founded in 2013 in St. Petersburg.
5. Rommelsbacher is an honest German brand with almost a century of history. It produces small, inexpensive household appliances in China on a contract basis.
6. Russell Hobbs is a British brand of small household appliances for the home and kitchen. Founded in 1952. Products are manufactured in China.
7. Zigmund & Shtain is a German manufacturing and trading company headquartered in Dusseldorf. There are production facilities both in Europe and Southeast Asia, and small household appliances are assembled in China.
8. Bugatti is an Italian small household appliance brand owned by Casa Bugatti, which began making tableware in the 1920s. Now under this brand, exquisite designer dishes and premium household appliances are produced. Has nothing to do with the French car manufacturer.
9. Kenwood – there is a lot of confusion with this trademark. There are two Kenwoods on the market, and both of them are real, only one was founded in the UK and the other in Japan. They both have a deep history and developed completely independently, having nothing to do with each other. But even their logos are similar, so a thoughtful consumer may have doubts about fakes. In our rating, we consider one model of the Kenwood kettle, and this is the British Kenwood.

Rating of the best electric kettles

nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive electric kettles	1	Bosch TWK 3A011	1616 RUB
	2	Tefal KO 150F Delfini Plus	1490 RUB.
	3	UNIT UEK-261	1550 RUB.
The best electric kettles with a plastic case	1	Philips HD4699	3259 RUB.
	2	Russell Hobbs 21150	4 990 RUB.
	3	Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion	2250 RUB
The best metal electric kettles	1	De'Longhi KBI 2011	8 430 RUB.
	2	Bosch TWK 1201N	2480 RUB.
	3	Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP	2240 RUB.
	4	Rohaus RK910	9 989 RUB.
	5	Bugatti Vera	19200 RUB.
The best glass electric kettles	1	Rommelsbacher TA 1400	12 499 RUB.
	2	Kenwood ZJG-111	6989 RUB.
	3	Kitfort KT-601	3550 RUB.
	4	BORK K810	RUB 21,500

The best inexpensive electric kettles

Let's start with the category that interests the most mass consumer – inexpensive, but efficient and reliable enough teapots. From the entire array of independent opinions, our experts identified the three most 'positive' electric kettles: Bosch TWK series from 3A011 to 3A017, Tefal KO 150F Delfini Plus and UNIT UEK-261. Common features for them are: a closed spiral, an indication of inclusion, a filter against scale, a compartment for winding the cord.

Bosch TWK 3A011 / 3A013 / 3A014 / 3A017

Rating: 4.7

Bosch TWK electric kettles of this series are manufactured in China. Device dimensions – 21×24.5×15 cm, weight – 0.83 kg. Volume – 1.7 l. There is a water level indicator.

A significant part of users are puzzled by the Chinese, in a bad sense, assembly, since after all we are talking about Bosch. There are claims to the fragility of the compounds, and to the smell of plastic when boiling water. Not everyone is unanimous about the latter, but quite often. Over time, the smell disappears, but after a rather long time.

As for the power, everything is in order here – 2400 W is quickly brought to a boil with a maximum of 1.7 liters of water. By the way, more than one user noticed that a full (not overfilled) kettle, when boiling, splashes water through the spout.

An interesting design solution – a completely removable cover – evokes polar opinions. On the one hand, it is convenient to wash the kettle with the lid completely removed, but how often do you have to do it? On the other hand, it is very inconvenient to remove the lid with both hands with each set of water.

Advantages

• boils quickly;

disadvantages

• frequent complaints about the smell of plastic when used for the first time;
• careless assembly;
• controversial decision with a removable lid;

Tefal KO 150F Delfini Plus

Rating: 4.7

The Tefal KO 150F Delfini Plus electric kettle is made in China. This is a very laconic model in all respects. There is nothing in it that is superfluous, but also something very useful, such as an indication of the inclusion and indicator of the water level. This is indicated by a large percentage of reviews.

The volume of the kettle is 1.5 l, the whole volume is 0.8 kg. With a power of 2400 W, it boils very quickly. The lid, as in the previous Bosch TWK electric kettle, is removable, but just in this case, buyers praise such a solution, they say the 'push-button' lids are stuck in the store, let alone durability.

A nice safety bonus is the blocking of switching on without water.

Advantages

• fast boiling;
• blocking of inclusion without water;
• removable cover;

disadvantages

• no indication of the on state;
• no water level indicator.

UNIT UEK-261

Rating: 4.6

An electric kettle of the pseudo-Austrian (actually Russian) trade mark UNIT UEK-261 is made in China. Many are attracted by the interesting vintage design, but, unfortunately, this advantage is short-lived. The paint fades quickly, and signs of corrosion appear on the metal of the case and lid.

The kettle's volume is 1.7 l, weight – 1.77 kg, dimensions – 24x28x24 cm. Power of 2000 W is, it would seem, not much less than that of the previous two models, but this already significantly reduces the boiling time.

There is a water level indicator, but its 'informativeness' is questionable by many users. There are also complaints about the too high minimum water level for boiling – 1.2 liters. Blocking of inclusion without water is present.

In general, the electric kettle is quite controversial due to the listed shortcomings, plus a rather significant noise level due to the thinnest metal walls of the case.

Advantages

• original design;
• blocking of inclusion without water.

disadvantages

• noisy;
• paint fades quickly.
• metal is susceptible to light corrosion;
• there are complaints about the course;

The best electric kettles with a plastic case

Now let's consider the rating of the best, according to our experts, electric kettles with a plastic case, regardless of the cost. The experts considered the Philips HD4699, Russell Hobbs 21150 and Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion models to be optimal in terms of their characteristics. Common properties for these three are: filter in the spout against the ingress of limescale, compartment for the cord, indication of inclusion, indicator of the water level,

Philips HD4699

Rating: 4.9

Philips HD4699 kettles are manufactured in China. This electric kettle is characterized by an elegant design, which is almost unanimous among buyers.

The volume of the kettle is 1.7 liters and at a power of 2400 W the water in it boils quickly. It uses a closed coil with a coated stainless steel heating element.

Users appreciate the complete absence of the common 'disease' of plastic kettles – the smell of plastic when boiling. The moment of boiling is signaled by an unobtrusive bell. While this is not a particularly outstanding feature, it is the one that collects surprisingly many positive reviews for its very presence.

There are functions of auto-off when removing from the base and blocking of inclusion in the absence of water.

There is only one minus in this electric kettle – the water level indication window is too dark, so the water itself is practically invisible in it.

Advantages

• seamless construction;
• sound signal of water readiness;
• reliability;
• nice design;

disadvantages

• dark window of water level.

Russell Hobbs 21150

Rating: 4.8

The most high-tech model of the electric kettle in this group is the British brand Russell Hobbs 21150, produced in China.

The volume, like the previous model from Philips – 1.7 liters, but slightly less powerful – 2200 W. A closed spiral is also used here.

The case houses a rather large LCD display with a nice blue backlight. For some unknown reason, the designers decided to move the water level indicator to the opposite side. Almost all users mark this as a nerve-damaging disadvantage.

The most important thing that distinguishes this kettle from others is the presence of a thermostat and the function of maintaining the temperature. That is, the kettle can heat water within the range from 40 degrees to almost the boiling point and keep the required level for some time with an accuracy of a degree. This is a 'fat' plus of this model.

An offensive drawback – the designers did not bother to cover the electronic board with a protective varnish. Because of this, the slightest ingress of moisture inside disables the kettle. Electronics savvy users varnish the board themselves (in this case, you can forget about the warranty).

Advantages

• maintaining the temperature;
• matte (not easily soiled) surface;
• 'high-tech' appearance;
• display;

disadvantages

• the electronic board is not protected by a hydrophobic coating;
• inconvenient location of the water level indicator.

Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion

Rating: 4.7

The Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion electric kettle is made in China, and the build quality in general does not cause any complaints from users. The only thing is that the 'metal' coating of the button and the paint with which the logo is applied to the body quickly peels off. This makes the apparatus look sloppy, but for some it happens after months of operation, while for others – after years. Therefore, it is difficult to say whether this is a drawback of the model, or the features of use.

The volume and power of the electric kettle are similar to the previous model – 1.7 liters and 2200 watts, respectively. But in this case, a silver coating of the heating element is used, which gives a bactericidal effect. There is a blocking of inclusion in the absence of water.

A characteristic minus Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion – sooner or later the kettle begins to leak at the junction of the water level indicator and the edges of the case wall. Again, for some users this happens even within the warranty period, while for others – after 1.5 years or more.

Another problem is the characteristic noise that the spring in the metal cover makes when the water boils.

Advantages

• nice design;
• boils quickly.

disadvantages

• rattling when boiling;
• easily soiled surface;
• there are complaints about switching off before boiling;

Rating of the best metal electric kettles

Now let's take a look at the best, according to users' opinions, kettles with a metal body. Here we are talking not only and not so much about personal tastes and design, but about the guaranteed absence of the smell of plastic, which is often easily transferred to boiled water. This problem, as a rule, goes away by itself in the first days of operation, but metal kettles are deprived of it by definition (not all). Our experts singled out as many as five electric kettles that deserve the most positive feedback: De'Longhi KBI 2011, Bosch TWK 1201N, Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP, Rohaus RK910 and Bugatti Vera.

De'Longhi KBI 2011

Rating: 4.9

Electric kettles of the Italian brand De'Longhi KBI 2011 are made in China, but the assembly and parts, according to users' reviews, are quite good. The volume of the kettle is 1.7 liters, the power is 2000 W. A closed spiral is used. The heating element is covered with stainless steel. This model weighs 1.6 kg.

The control panel is conveniently located on the base (stand), and from it you can set the temperature regime. There are five heating modes available – from 75 to 100 degrees and the keep warm function for up to 20 minutes.

Of the useful functions in this electric kettle, an automatic shutdown is implemented when the kettle is removed from the base and a blocking of inclusion in the absence of water.

Additional options include a compartment for winding the cord and an anti-scale filter (made of stainless steel).

Advantages

• spectacular design;
• convenient control;
• reliability and reliability;
• not easily soiled case;

disadvantages

• expressed no.

Bosch TWK 1201N

Rating: 4.7

Bosch TWK 1201N, like all other small household appliances of this brand, are made in China. For Bosch, it has long been noticed that the build quality on inexpensive medium-sized equipment, which is assembled in China, has been noticed, and this model is a vivid example. Most of the users note the cheap plastic of the case, flimsy joints, poorly fitted materials.

The only major advantage of the Bosch TWK 1201N is the all-metal water tank, which by definition cannot leak unless it cracks due to metal fatigue.

In addition to all the listed disadvantages, this electric kettle is also the least powerful of all the monitored options – only 1800 watts. The volume is standard – 1.7 liters.

Here, as elsewhere, a closed stainless steel coated spiral is used. There is an indication of inclusion, the indication of the water level cannot be by definition due to the characteristics of the tank.

Despite all the shortcomings, this electric kettle is in great demand due to the combination of the famous brand and an affordable price.

Advantages

• all-metal water tank;

disadvantages

• steam burns the hand when pouring boiled water;
• clumsy design;
• there are cases of heating element burnout;

Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP

Rating: 4.7

Despite the 'formidable' German names in the brand's name, Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP electric kettles are also made in China. But unlike another German – the above-described Bosch TWK 1201N, there is no longer such an outrage with the build quality, and with quality in general. But this electric kettle cannot be called ideal either.

The most common kettle volume is 1.7 liters, the power is 2200 W. The heating coil is closed. There is a water level indicator and a power indicator.

There is the necessary automation – shutdown when removed from the base and blocking of inclusion without water. There is a scale filter.

This model of the electric kettle has a 'feature', which in itself is nothing more than a marketing ploy, but very attractive to users. This is a spectacular blue water illumination when working.

Of the shortcomings, we should definitely mention the smell of plastic in the first days of work. This is a very unpleasant discovery for those buyers who have chosen the metal model precisely in the hope of avoiding this problem. Where this smell comes from in a metal kettle is not entirely clear, but a fact. Fortunately, it quickly disappears.

The second point is that the paint on the body is very weak, and when washing you need to handle it with the utmost care. For example, the back (hard) side of a typical dishwashing scrubber cannot withstand it.

Advantages

• Beautiful design;
• high-quality assembly;
• backlight;

disadvantages

• with active washing, paint can peel off.
• specific smell in the first days of use.

Rohaus RK910

Rating: 4.6

Rohaus RK910 kettles, like all previous models, are assembled on a contract basis in the Middle Kingdom. The build quality is very decent and the design is striking and stylish.

The volume of the teapot is 100 ml more than the most common one – 1.8 l. Decent power – 2400 W, it boils for 4-5 minutes with a full 'refueling'. A closed coil is used for heating. All indication and automation is present: switching on, water level, blocking from switching on without water.

The kettle has a built-in function of heating and keeping warm on a timer up to 20 minutes. The thermostat is stepped – from 80 to 100 degrees. Modes and temperatures are displayed on the LCD.

The new teapots practically do not cause any complaints, except for the 'blind' water level windows, in which this water is almost invisible. Further complaints begin after months of operation. Basically, they relate to the flow of the kettle in the area of ​​the water level window – temperature deformations sooner or later give such an effect.

Advantages

• powerful;
• temperature maintenance function;
• spectacular appearance;
• quiet boiling;

disadvantages

• there are complaints about the flow after several months of operation;
• “blind” water level windows.

Bugatti Vera

Rating: 4.6

Finally, a bright diamond in the top five metal teapots – the Bugatti Vera. Although it is assembled in China, the bulk of Bugatti household appliances are so impeccable that the geography of production does not matter here.

In terms of design, this one most obviously reflects the entire philosophy of the company. This is a real work of art. However, like everything else from Bugatti, including dishes.

The dimensions of the device are 18x30x22 cm, and the weight is 1.7 kg. The volume and power of the kettle are the most common – 1.7 l and 2400 W, respectively. A closed spiral and stainless steel coating of the heating element is used. There is a power indicator and a water level indicator. Blocking of inclusion without water is also present.

Electronics, including its most colorful elements – LED indicators and an LCD display – are built into the handle and look very effective and organic.

The kettle maintains the heating mode to the set temperature from 45 to 100 degrees and maintains the desired level within 20 minutes. The time can be set using the built-in timer.

The Bugatti Vera is an almost flawless model. The only thing is that some users consider it a breakdown to turn off the kettle before boiling. In fact, this effect is observed in almost all kettles, when too much scale accumulates on the heating element. The Bugatti Vera is a rather sensitive model in this regard. If the scale is removed, the problem disappears by itself.

Advantages

• extremely effective design;
• reliability and reliability;
• function of heating and maintaining water temperature;
• elite class;

disadvantages

• hypersensitivity to scale;
• prohibitive price.

Ratings of the best glass electric kettles

And the last group in our rating is teapots with a glass body. Our experts have selected the best options for combining price, functionality and quality, but you need to understand that it is these electric kettles that are almost never really cheap. Consider the Rommelsbacher TA 1400, Kenwood ZJG-111, Kitfort KT-601 models and the BORK K810 teapot. Their common features: a closed spiral, a step thermostat and keeping warm (except for Kenwood ZJG-111), blocking of switching on without water, indicators of water level and switching on.

Rommelsbacher TA 1400

Rating: 4.8

German teapots Rommelsbacher TA 1400 are produced, quite expectedly, in China, but in a 'good' factory, and the build quality is generally praised by users.

The dimensions of the kettle are 22×26.5×20 cm, the standard volume is 1.7 liters, but the power is very non-standard – only 1400 W, and this greatly affects the boiling time of the water. This moment is not hidden or veiled by the manufacturer, but there are plenty of users dissatisfied with this circumstance.

Another nuance that causes dissatisfaction is the uppermost division of the volume scale is 1.2 liters, not 1.7, that is, until the full capacity is poured 'by eye'.

There is a function of keeping warm and staged heating from 50 to 100 degrees. Only 5 temperature modes. The temperature is displayed on the LCD.

Users respond positively to the quiet operation at the time of boiling. Also, many people like the presence of a tea brewing device.

Advantages

• attractive design;
• reliability and reliability;
• multifunctionality;
• quiet work;

disadvantages

• low power (long heating).
• high price;

Kenwood ZJG-111

Rating: 4.7

Kenwood ZJG-111 is the simplest model from this group in terms of functionality. Produced like everyone else in China. The volume of the kettle is 1.7 liters, the power is 2200 W. A closed spiral is used.

The manufacturer claims that you can install the kettle on the stand in any position, but in fact, users indicate that in order to 'get', you still need to move the bottom of the kettle back and forth on the stand, and so on every time.

Of the positive options – ECO mode, which implies boiling a minimum volume of water per cup.

A lot of negativity from users comes about the characteristic, rather loud click that the kettle makes some time after boiling and turning off. The detail is inconsequential, but, according to consumers, “gets on the nerves.” Also, many are dissatisfied with the chemical smell in the first days of use – many people choose the glass case precisely in order to avoid all the odors characteristic of plastic electric kettles.

Against the background of the listed disadvantages for a significant number of users, the price looks unjustified.

Advantages

• quiet work;
• trouble-free;
• eco-mode;

disadvantages

• high price;
• smell in the first days of use;
• 'unnerving' click after boiling;

Kitfort KT-601

Rating: 4.6

Electric kettles of the Russian trade mark Kitfort KT-601 are also produced in China. These are quite powerful devices – 2500 W with a standard volume of 1.7 liters.

This is the only electric kettle in our rating, where a versatile sound and light indication of events is introduced. Users mark this as a plus, as well as the presence of a thermostat. There are only 4 heating stages and the temperature range is narrower than that of the above models with a similar function – from 70 to 100 degrees.

There is a water illumination during heating and boiling, similar to how it is done in the Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP model, and this also causes a lot of positive reviews.

The lid in this electric kettle is removable, there is a compartment for winding the cord. The manufacturer declared the presence of a mechanism for brewing tea, but this is an option, and its availability must be checked directly at the point of sale.

Obvious disadvantages of Kitfort KT-601 are frequent cases of case leaks within the warranty period and a chemical smell in the first days of use.

Advantages

• backlight;
• keeping warm;
• a device for brewing tea (if provided by the package);
• sound and light indication of events;
• power;

disadvantages

• chemical smell in the first days of use;
• frequent leaks.

BORK K810

Rating: 4.6

And the last electric kettle in our rating is the pseudo-German BORK K810. The assembly, of course, is Chinese, but solid, like most of the brand's products.

This electric kettle has the smallest volume of all those described – 1.5 liters. Power – 2000 W. Dimensions – 18x23x23 cm, weight – 2.4 kg.

BORK K810 is literally 'stuffed' with various functions: a delayed start timer, a thermostat, keeping warm and a whole multi-functional tea brewing technology.

In fact, there is such an emphasis on brewing tea (quick brewing with the movement of the 'mesh' up and down, three modes of strength, etc.) that this model can be considered rather a kind of tea maker. The only thing is that the fast brewing technology implies that the kettle is full to its full volume, otherwise the infusion carriage will move somewhat idle, and fast brewing turns into its own opposite.

In general, comparing all the pros and cons, we can conclude that such a price for this electric kettle, with all its advantages, is clearly too high.

Advantages

• multifunctionality;
• reliability;
• adaptation for brewing tea;
• keeping warm function;

disadvantages

• poorly thought-out quick tea brewing;
• unjustified price.

What kind of electric kettle is worth buying

Now we will put together all the conclusions and finally decide on the most expedient models of electric kettles.

1. All three cheap models are of equal price and have no obvious advantages over each other. But they have drawbacks, which will serve as a guide. In fact, Tefal KO 150F Delfini Plus can be considered the most worthy, despite its very ascetic functionality. At least it is quite reliable and unpretentious, which cannot be said about the UNIT UEK-261 with its leaks and peeling paint (the design, however, is at its best). Bosch is frankly frustrating with its sloppy build and smell.
2. Of the electric kettles with a plastic case, Russell Hobbs 21150 shows itself very well, if not for the offensive flaw with an electronic board that is not protected from water. An excellent workhorse – Philips HD4699, but without the keep warm function. Tefal BF 9252 Silver Ion is a surprisingly weak model relative to others in this group.
3. Of the electric kettles with a metal body, De'Longhi KBI 2011 is practically an 'excellent' with no obvious complaints. Zigmund & Shtain KE-27SP is perfect if you have a limited budget. The Rohaus RK910 has a temperature maintenance function that many users appreciate, but this kettle starts leaking suspiciously often and just as suspiciously quickly. Bosch TWK 1201N is one continuous misunderstanding, it is not clear why it collects many positive (like a carbon copy of the same) positive reviews. It makes sense to take only if there is little money and a lot of optimism. The Bugatti Vera is something incredibly beautiful, but available only to wealthy gentlemen.
4. And among glass teapots, Kenwood ZJG-111 can be advised on a limited budget – just get a heated glass jug. And if, on the contrary, there is more than enough money, and you are also a tea-lover, you can take BORK K810. The Rommelsbacher TA 1400 is 'slow' and quite expensive, while the Kitfort KT-601 is affordable but leaks often.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.