Cuisinart PerfecTemp
Score: 88/100
Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Cuisinart PerfecTemp 1.7-L electric kettle offers rapid 1500 W heating and six precise temperature presets, making it ideal for tea and coffee brewing. Its bulkier design and firm buttons may be less convenient for small kitchens. Best suited for users who prioritize accuracy and durability.
The Hamilton Beach 1.7-liter stainless-steel kettle delivers rapid boiling thanks to its 1500 W element and large capacity. It lacks a keep-warm function and detailed expert reviews, which may leave some performance questions unanswered. Ideal for tea enthusiasts and busy households needing quick hot water.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.7 Lbest | 1.7 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 600 secondsbest |
1,500 Wbest | 1,500 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.91 kgbest | 0.998 kg |
30 minutesbest | — | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
246 mmbest | 223 mm | |
155 mm | 158.5 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Design & Build(5) | ||
Body Material | Stainless steel | Stainless Steel |
Weight (kg) | 0.91 kg | 0.998 kg |
Height (mm) | 246 mm | 223 mm |
Width (mm) | 155 mm | 158.5 mm |
Depth (mm) | 224 mm | 235 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the CPK-17 for its precise, fast, and quiet performance, highlighting the ±1°F accuracy, solid stainless-steel construction, and intuitive multi-feedback interface. They note the convenience of the keep-warm and memory functions but point out the firm button actuation, bulkier size, and lack of sub-160°F presets as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the kettle's speed, temperature accuracy, and durability, often calling it a favorite kitchen appliance that looks new after years of use. Common complaints focus on the need for firm button presses and occasional noise or heating quirks when the unit isn't seated correctly on its base.
“Super accurate and easy to use... heats up very quickly”
“consistent stream pour (no dribble until empty), cool handle, and multi-feedback indicators”
Everyday users consistently highlight the kettle's fast boiling speed, large capacity, and ease of use, especially praising the clear water level window and the convenience of cordless operation.
