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Pour-over lovers and tea brewers alike will appreciate the Bonavita 1.0L for its variety of presets and capable performance. In addition, this well-designed and sleek-looking gooseneck offers a controlled and balanced pour. The handle design provides extra stability and a  comfortable grip that allows you to easily manipulate your pour speed. Beyond the pour, the Bonavita base has a screen displaying the current temperature and offers a built-in timer for dialing in that perfect pour-over coffee. And for tea drinkers, the temperature controls allow for heat adjustments in 1º increments to brew different tea varietals adequately. 
Overall, we're very impressed with this kettle's performance, but we observed a few shortcomings. For example, the Bonavita lacks an audible alert indicating when you reach your desired water temperature. Also, compared to other models in the review, this one takes the longest to reach the desired temperature at maximum fill capacity. However, when filled with only 3.5 cups of water instead of 4, the boiling speed is significantly faster &mdash; by a whopping two minutes. Also, we noted temperature discrepancies in the "keep warm" feature, which kept the temperature stable at 4 degrees lower than the selected preset. These flaws may not matter for brewing at home but can be potentially frustrating for high-volume service. Despite these limitations, the merits of the Bonavita far outweigh its flaws.   

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This Amazon Basics kettle is made of stainless steel and is one of the least expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water, the least of the kettles we test. It’s among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests.  For more options: Best Electric Kettles

CR’s take: This AmazonBasics kettle is made of stainless steel and it's one of the least expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water—the least of the kettles we test. It's among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests. This kettle is the hardest to clean of the models highlighted here, however. The warranty lasts one year.

This AmazonBasics kettle is made of stainless steel and is one of the least-expensive kettles in our tests. 
It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water, the least of the kettles we’ve tested. It’s among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests.
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For your tea-loving lover, perhaps: This Amazon Basics kettle is made of stainless steel, and it’s one of the least expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water—the least of the kettles we tested. It’s among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests. This kettle is a little harder to clean than some of the other models we tested. The warranty lasts one year.
For more options: Best Electric Kettles

This AmazonBasics kettle is made of stainless steel and is one of the least expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water—the least of the kettles we test. It's among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests. This kettle is the hardest to clean of the models in our ratings, however. The warranty lasts one year.

The Amazon Basics Stainless Steel 1.7L is a good option if you are not making specialty drinks and want a sleek-looking kettle that won't break the bank. This very affordable model has a large reservoir that can boil water at a decent rate. In addition, it pours reasonably smooth, given the disadvantages of pitcher-style spouts and handles. 
While there is much to like about this model, it lacks all the control features enjoyed by the competition. It is hard to keep the kettle balanced to create a steady flow, making it a challenge for pour-over coffee brewing. In addition, this kettle does not have water temperature controls or a temperature holding function — the kettle boils water and then turns itself off with an audible click. That's it. Still, if you're just after a decent-looking machine that will boil water, this Amazon Basics kettle is a great option. 

This AmazonBasics kettle is made of stainless steel and is one of the least-expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water, the least of the kettles we’ve tested. It’s among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests.For more options: Best Electric Kettles From Consumer Reports’ Tests

For your tea-loving lover, perhaps: This Amazon Basics kettle is made of stainless steel, and it’s one of the least expensive kettles in our tests. It’s small, though, holding just 4 cups of water—the least of the kettles we tested. It’s among the fastest to bring our testing standard of 4 cups of water to a boil, clocking in at just under 4 minutes and earning a Very Good rating in our time-to-boil tests. This kettle is a little harder to clean than some of the other models we tested. The warranty lasts one year.For more options: Best Electric Kettles

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CR’s take: The stylish Oxo glass kettle holds 7 cups of water, and is the easiest to clean of this group, earning an Excellent rating in that test. But it doesn’t keep water hot as long as the others in this group. It’s also the tallest kettle in our tests, at just over 11 inches high. So if space is a concern, you may want to consider another model instead. The warranty lasts two years.

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This large, sleek glass kettle was one of the quickest in our lineup. The power switch lights up in an icy blue when it’s activated, the handle is wide and comfortable, and the kettle sits securely on its base. We also liked its slow-open lid, which prevents accidental burns from steam and splashing water. It has a removable filter in its spout which, while not strictly necessary, is a handy feature in areas where the water has sediment.

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At a glance, the Cosori shares similar characteristics with the top-rated OXO kettle: a large glass carafe that can hold as much as 60 ounces of water; a light-up power indicator that’s hard to ignore; and a gentle, slow-open lid. Once it starts to heat up, the entire carafe lights up in a purplish-blue color; it shuts off when the water reaches a boil, making it easy to notice when the water is ready. The lid opens when you press a button on the back of the handle, a much more convenient way to open the lid than manually prying it open. Our only quibble is with the handle, which is bulky and a little uncomfortable to hold, especially for people with small hands.

CR’s take: The 7-cup Secura Original electric kettle is plastic on the outside, stainless steel on the inside, and nearly 11 inches high. It’s the only model to snag an Excellent rating in our time-to-cool tests: It keeps 4 cups of boiled water warm for 75 minutes, longer than any of the other kettles. The warranty lasts two years.

The 7-cup Secura Original electric kettle is plastic on the outside, stainless steel on the inside, and almost 11 inches high. It’s the only model to snag an Excellent rating in our time-to-cool tests: It keeps 4 cups of boiled water warm for 75 minutes, longer than any of the other kettles. The warranty lasts two years.
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The 7-cup Secura Original electric kettle is plastic on the outside, stainless steel on the inside, and almost 11 inches high. It’s the only model to snag an Excellent rating in our time-to-cool tests: It keeps 4 cups of boiled water warm for 75 minutes, longer than any of the other kettles. The warranty lasts two years.  For more options, CR members can check out our full ratings for electric kettles.

This 7-cup Hamilton Beach glass electric kettle is one the easiest to clean of the models we tested, garnering an Excellent rating in CR’s cleaning test. It brings 4 cups of water to a boil in 4 minutes (which is about average), but keeps it warm for only 38 minutes (which is on the short side).

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This no-frills kettle gets the job done on the cheap.

This no-frills kettle lacks the bells and whistles of the variable-temperature models we recommend, but it gets the job done on the cheap.

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The Bonavita 1.7L Variable is a sleek gooseneck kettle that adds a touch of sophistication to any kitchen. It provides a controlled and balanced pour through a well-designed handle and spout. The handle offers a comfortable grip allowing for easy flow rate manipulation from the gooseneck spout. The Bonavita creates a smooth, precise pour and the base has a convenient timer for dialing in that perfect pour-over coffee. And for tea drinkers, the temperature controls allow for heat adjustments in 1º increments so you can properly brew different tea varietals. Plus, as one tester noted, it also works well as a watering can for houseplants.   
Overall, we're very impressed with the performance of this kettle, but we did uncover a few drawbacks during testing. This model lacks an alert indicating when you reach the desired water temperature, and its narrow spout pours very slowly. These flaws may not matter for a pour-over coffee addict but can be frustrating for high-volume applications or tea drinkers. Despite these limitations, the merits of the Bonavita far outweigh its faults.   

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