Cosori Gooseneck Matte Black
Score: 74/100
Chefman Electric Kettle
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Chefman RJ11-18-PL is a 1.8-liter, 1500 W electric kettle that boils water quickly and features a removable lid and 360° swivel base. It lacks temperature control and a keep-warm function, limiting its use for specialty teas. Best suited for households needing fast, convenient hot water on a budget.
The COSORI Smart Bluetooth Gooseneck Kettle adds Bluetooth connectivity and precise temperature presets to a 0.8 L stainless-steel design, catering to tea and coffee lovers who value app control. Its main drawback is inconsistent Bluetooth performance and limited capacity. Suited for tech-savvy single users prioritizing temperature accuracy.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0.8 L | 1.8 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 240 secondsbest |
1,200 W | 1,500 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.17 kg | 1.043 kgbest |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
914 mmbest | — | |
196 mm | 239.73 mmbest | |
229 mmbest | 158.5 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(2) | ||
Capacity (L) | 0.8 L | 1.8 L |
Boil Time (seconds) | 180-300 seconds | 240 seconds |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Body Material | stainless steel | Borosilicate Glass |
Weight (kg) | 1.17 kg | 1.043 kg |
Height (mm) | 196 mm | 239.73 mm |
Width (mm) | 229 mm | 158.5 mm |
Depth (mm) | 295 mm | 222.25 mm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power (Wattage) (W) | 1200 W | 1500 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the kettle's precise temperature control, rapid boil time, and high-quality stainless-steel build, while criticizing its unreliable Bluetooth connection and lack of voice-assistant support, which limit its smart-home appeal.
Everyday users appreciate the accurate temperature settings, quick heating, sturdy construction, and easy-to-use app, but many express frustration with frequent Bluetooth drop-outs, the inability to pair multiple devices, and the need to rely on the app for core features.
“Bluetooth is 'not the most resilient protocol' compared to alternatives like Zigbee, Z-Wave, or WiFi.”
“boils faster than stovetop”
Professional reviewers highlight the Chefman kettle's rapid 1500W boiling speed, user-friendly removable lid and 360° swivel base, and solid safety features, positioning it as a reliable budget choice. However, they note the lack of temperature control and programmable settings as a drawback for tea enthusiasts seeking precision.
Everyday users consistently praise the kettle's speed, large capacity, and easy cleaning, especially the removable lid and cordless pouring. Common criticisms focus on the basic single-button operation and the absence of a keep-warm function in the standard model.
